South Cowichan Lawn Tennis Club

South Cowichan Lawn Tennis Club Canada's oldest heritage lawn tennis club situated in Cowichan Bay on Vancouver Island serving generations of tennis players since 1887.

ABOUT US:
One of the oldest lawn tennis clubs in the world and the oldest grass court tennis club in Canada, we have been serving generations of tennis players since 1887. The club is run and maintained by dedicated members and volunteers. TENNIS FACILITIES:
The club has a total of 9 courts: 7 grass courts and 2 hard courts. The grass courts are maintained during the playing season on a daily basis. Court #1 is the Heritage Court, and Court #2 occupy the prime spectator spot in front of the clubhouse's large veranda. A practice wall has being added since 2014. CLUBHOUSE FACILITIES:
Our members and guests have exclusive access to the clubhouse facilities, including a large lounge area with TV, a fully licensed bar, kitchen, washrooms, and shower/changing facilities. Free WIFI is also available for all of our members and guests. There is a large veranda overlooking the courts with a view of the Cowichan Bay, mountains of Salt spring Island and beyond. The clubhouse is surrounded by mature trees, herbaceous gardens and lawns where spectators can sit to enjoy the play or just take in the spectacular scenery and wonderful ambience. PLAYING SEASON:
Our playing season on the grass courts starts mid May and lasts until mid September each year. Our hard courts are playable all year round - weather permitting. The annual membership fee allows members unlimited access to the courts unless they are being used for a tournament or a pre-booked event. VISITORS AND GUESTS:
Visitors may play at our club when accompanied by a member for a maximum of 3 times each season, for a maximum of 2 hours per visit. The cost for a visitor for grass court play is $20/day for adult, $10/day for junior. For hard court play, the cost is $10/day for both adult and junior. To book a court time and arrange payment please call the club at 250-746-7282. GRASS COURT MEMBERSHIP:
- "Out Of Town" memberships are available to members living either north of Davis Road, Ladysmith or south of the Malahat Summit.
- "Off Island" memberships are available to non-residents of Vancouver Island. Membership is non-voting but with full club and playing privileges. Membership fees will be pro-rated for any new Local or Out of Town member joining after July 15th. HARD COURT MEMBERSHIP:
A limited number of Hard Court only memberships are available giving unlimited access to the hard courts and club facilities.

Mid-season baseline revival. 🌱 Grass courts are living surfaces, and a little mid-season TLC keeps them healthy, beautif...
07/30/2026

Mid-season baseline revival. 🌱 Grass courts are living surfaces, and a little mid-season TLC keeps them healthy, beautiful, and ready for championship tennis. 🎾💚

A little piece of Wimbledon, right here at SCLTC. 🌱🎾 * The stripes are in. Now all we need is strawberries & cream. 🍓🎾💚
07/16/2026

A little piece of Wimbledon, right here at SCLTC. 🌱🎾
* The stripes are in. Now all we need is strawberries & cream. 🍓🎾💚

Celebrating Wimbledon the sweetest way possible at South Cowichan Lawn Tennis Club. 🍓🤍🎾
07/05/2026

Celebrating Wimbledon the sweetest way possible at South Cowichan Lawn Tennis Club. 🍓🤍🎾

07/05/2026
07/05/2026
05/28/2026

2026 Opening Day South Cowachin Lawn Tennis Club

****Weather Delay****🎾 Opening Day is now planned for May 17🎾 The wait is over — Opening Day is happening Saturday, May ...
05/12/2026

****Weather Delay****

🎾 Opening Day is now planned for May 17🎾

The wait is over — Opening Day is happening Saturday, May 17 at 11:00 AM!

Join us as we kick off another fantastic season on the grass courts at the historic South Cowichan Lawn Tennis Club. Whether you’re returning for another season or joining us for the first time, we’d love to see you there for tennis, socializing, and celebrating the start of summer tennis in Cowichan Bay.

Please register for the event through the South Cowichan Lawn Tennis Club website.

We can’t wait to welcome everyone back to the courts! ☀️🎾

South Cowichan Lawn Tennis Club Cowichan Bay Canada

05/10/2026

Have you ever seen the grass court roller in action? 🤩 Get your tennis racquet ready, join us on Opening Day, Saturday May 16. 🎉🎾

🎾 Happy New Year from SCLTC! 🎾We’re thrilled to kick off 2026 by sharing some exciting news with our SCLTC community!In ...
01/13/2026

🎾 Happy New Year from SCLTC! 🎾

We’re thrilled to kick off 2026 by sharing some exciting news with our SCLTC community!

In November 2024, South Cowichan Lawn Tennis Club was officially welcomed into the Centenary Tennis Clubs (CTC)—a global association of some of the most historic and prestigious tennis clubs in the world. CTC membership is reserved for clubs that are over 100 years old, have at least eight courts, and have hosted ITF or Davis Cup tournaments. We’re incredibly proud to now be part of this special group!
👉 See the full list of member clubs here:
https://centenarytennisclubs.org/member-clubs

What does this mean for our members? 🌍
As a CTC club, SCLTC members enjoy reciprocal playing privileges at 98 clubs across 28 countries—opening the door to unforgettable tennis experiences around the world. Already in 2025, our members have played at some truly iconic clubs, including:

• The Queen’s Club – UK
• Monte Carlo Country Club – Monaco
• Real Club de Tenis Barcelona 1899 – Spain
• Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club – Australia
• Mount Royal Tennis Club – Canada
• Stade Français – Paris Jean Bouin – France
• Tennis Club Venezia – Italy
• Yokohama International Tennis Community – Japan

How amazing is that?!

Here at home, our outdoor season typically opens in April and runs through October, weather permitting—and we can’t wait to welcome everyone back on court for another fantastic season.

If you’ve ever thought about joining SCLTC, there’s never been a better time. 🎾

Thank you to our members for being such an incredible part of this club and its growing legacy. Here’s to a year filled with great tennis, great people, and exciting connections around the world!

Address

2290 Cowichan Bay Road
Cowichan Bay, BC
V9L3Y1

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 9pm
Saturday 9am - 9pm
Sunday 9am - 9pm

Telephone

250 746- 7282

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