Tennis in QC
Tennis in Montreal
Montreal hosts the National Bank Open at IGA Stadium and runs a bilingual adult tennis scene that's distinctly different from the rest of Canada — both in language and in how clubs organise their social play.
The Montreal tennis scene
Montreal tennis is anchored by IGA Stadium (Stade IGA) at Jarry Park, which hosts the National Bank Open in odd years and runs public-access programs the rest of the year. The Mount Royal Tennis Club, Hillside Tennis Club in Westmount, and the Saint-Lambert Tennis Club on the South Shore are the long-established private clubs. Outremont and Westmount neighbourhoods have the highest density of adult tennis. Montreal Indoor Tennis Centre serves the winter season. The bilingual character is genuine — many sessions run in French as the primary language, with English secondary. Outdoor season runs May through October; November through April is indoor-only.
Social tennis in Montreal
Adult social tennis runs Tuesday and Thursday evenings at most clubs, with strong Wednesday and Saturday morning slots. IGA Stadium runs public adult programs in both languages. Jeanne-Mance Park and Lafontaine Park courts are the best free public drop-in venues in summer. Indoor winter court hire CAD $35–70/hr. Entry to organised social tennis nights CAD $12–22. Tennis Quebec runs adult leagues across the metro.
New to social tennis? Read what social tennis is and the first-timer's guide.
Tennis coaches in Montreal
Montreal private coaching rates run CAD $65–110/hr — slightly more affordable than Toronto or Vancouver. IGA Stadium and Mount Royal Tennis Club coaches sit at the top; public-court and community coaches typically CAD $60–90/hr. Group clinics CAD $25–45 per person per 90-minute session. Bilingual (French/English) coaching is standard — most coaches teach in either language fluently. Tennis Canada Professional Coach certification is the standard; many coaches also hold provincial Tennis Quebec credentials.
For an Australia-wide breakdown of coaching costs, see how much does a tennis coach cost in Australia. Or read tennis coach vs group clinic to decide which suits you.
Finding a tennis hitting partner in Montreal
Montreal's bilingual tennis culture means hitting partner search spans two parallel community networks — French-language Facebook groups, Le Carrefour Tennis network, and the English-language 'Montreal Tennis Players' group. Outdoor summer pickup at Jeanne-Mance and Lafontaine Parks is active. IGA Stadium's adult programs are a reliable entry point for newcomers. Hitting Partner supports both English and French interface for Montreal players.
For more on finding partners, see how to find a tennis hitting partner and how much to pay one.
Cardio tennis and clinics in Montreal
Cardio tennis at IGA Stadium, Mount Royal Tennis Club, Hillside, and Montreal Indoor Tennis Centre runs year-round. Summer outdoor sessions at Jarry and Outremont clubs CAD $20–40; winter indoor CAD $30–50. Adult tennis clinics at CAD $30–50 per person per 90-minute session, available in both English and French at most facilities. Tennis Quebec runs province-wide adult skill development programs throughout the year.
New to either format? See what cardio tennis is and what a tennis clinic is.
Popular courts and clubs in Montreal
- IGA Stadium (Stade IGA, Jarry Park)
- Mount Royal Tennis Club
- Hillside Tennis Club (Westmount)
- Saint-Lambert Tennis Club (South Shore)
- Jeanne-Mance Park Tennis Courts
- Lafontaine Park Tennis Courts
- Montreal Indoor Tennis Centre
- NDG Tennis Club
- Outremont Tennis Club
- Centre Sportif Cote-Saint-Luc
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Common questions about tennis in Montreal
How much does a tennis coach cost in Montreal?+
CAD $65–110/hr for Tennis Canada Professional Coaches. Group clinics CAD $25–45 per person per 90-minute session. Bilingual (French/English) coaching is standard across the metro.
Where can I play social tennis in Montreal?+
IGA Stadium at Jarry Park runs public adult programs year-round. Jeanne-Mance Park and Lafontaine Park are the most active free outdoor public courts in summer. Mount Royal and Hillside Tennis Clubs run private adult ladders.
Are tennis programs in Montreal available in French?+
Yes — bilingual programming is standard. Most coaches and many sessions run primarily in French. Look for clubs and programs that explicitly advertise English-language sessions if French isn't your primary language.
Is indoor tennis available in Montreal in winter?+
Yes — IGA Stadium and Montreal Indoor Tennis Centre have year-round indoor courts. Most private clubs also operate indoor facilities or air-supported bubbles November through April. Court hire CAD $35–70/hr.