Welcome to the Associationof Centenary Tennis Clubs
OFFICIAL ORGANIZATION AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PARTNER
The Association of Centenary Tennis Clubs (CTC) is an umbrella group of clubs of more than 100 years old, including some of the most prestigious clubs in the sport.
Initially founded by eight clubs as a pan-european association, we now have an extensive and truly global membership and are recognised by the International Tennis Federation (ITF). From the original eight members, the CTC has grown to become a truly global organisation and in 2025 is comprised of ninety-eight affiliated clubs in twenty nine countries and on four continents.
“All member clubs have a history dating back at least one hundred years, and have played a significant sporting tradition and social role in their communities.”
Our aim at CTC is to uphold the traditions of tennis, as well as the spirit of fair play which is inherent to this great sport.
We look to achieve this through organising competitions and other sporting and cultural events; arranging tennis workshops and seminars; and generally supporting the activities of member clubs around the world. We also strongly encourage the development young talent. We give our support to a range of junior events, and seek to foster the future stars of the sport. This website gives some more information on our activities and competitions, as well as details of our member clubs.
Our Founder
In memoriam: Juan Maria Tintoré
CTC Founder Juan Maria Tintoré Turull was born in Barcelona on March 9, 1927. He was born into a family of entrepreneurs, with a strong sense of responsibility. The Spanish Civil War was a painful interlude, with the family relocating to Varezze, Italy.
Green Tennis
A pioneering new initiative from Erasmus+
The Centenary Tennis Clubs Association will link up with 8 other organisations for a three-year scheme which aims to address the environmental impact of the sport by implementing sustainable practices across the tennis ecosystem.
Latest news
Workshop at Highgate Tennis Club
As part of the ‘Tennis for a Greener Future’ project, our General Secretary was invited
Introduction of the Tokyo Lawn Tennis Club
Founded in 1900, the Tokyo Lawn Tennis Club began as an inspiring vision shared by
Get to know: Biarritz Olympique Tennis et Padel
Founded in 1913, Biarritz Olympique Tennis et Padel traces its roots to the merger of two clubs
The ‘Happy Slam’
The Australian Open, the first of the Grand Slams, begins on Sunday. This event combines
CTC Competition Schedule
Founder members
Cumberland
Tennis Club
Tennis Club
de Genève
Kungl. Lawn
Tennis Klubben
Real Club de Tenis
Barcelona 1899
Tennis Club Milano
Alberto Bonacossa
LTCC Rot-Weiss
Berlin
Racing Club
de France
Royal
Leopold Club
