Tennis court – turnkey construction with clay, tartan, or hard surface

What are the dimensions of a tennis court?

We build courts to official dimensions (according to ITF):
Singles playing area: 23.77 × 8.23 m
Doubles playing area: 23.77 × 10.97 m
Recommended total area (competitions): 37 × 18 m
Minimum area (training/recreational): 34 × 17 m
Net height: 0.914 m (center)
Line width: 2.5–5 cm (baseline lines up to 10 cm)

Which surface type should you choose for a tennis court?

Atlas Sport builds tennis courts with four types of surfaces, each with specific advantages.

1. Clay tennis court – the traditional surface

Clay tennis courts are made from crushed natural stone and are one of the most appreciated playing surfaces worldwide, especially in Europe.

Technical structure: compacted crushed-stone base layer, intermediate layers with medium granulometry, final layer of fine clay perfectly leveled.

Types of clay available:

• Red clay – brick dust, the most widespread internationally
• Green clay – basalt gravel, harder and more resistant
• Grey clay – natural clay, specific drainage
• En Tout Cas – brick gravel, for varied conditions

Advantages of clay: slow, tactical play; excellent shock absorption; allows controlled sliding; lower surface temperature in extreme heat; lower construction cost.

Maintenance: requires regular brushing, watering, material top-ups, and periodic leveling.

2. Synthetic tennis court – the modern, low-maintenance solution
Artificial turf for tennis is designed to combine comfort, stability, and athletic performance, making it an excellent alternative to classic surfaces.

Technical structure: concrete or asphalt base, leveling layer, artificial turf carpet (12 mm pile), quartz sand infill.

Advantages: minimal maintenance, 7–10 years durability, use in any weather conditions, predictable ball bounce, medium pace of play.

Maintenance: periodic brushing and occasional sand top-ups. No watering or mowing required.

3. Polyurethane tartan tennis court – performance and comfort
Tartan is a high-performance technical surface, valued for its optimal combination of comfort, elasticity, and mechanical resistance.

Technical structure: concrete/asphalt base, elastic layer of rubber granules with polyurethane binder (shock absorption), wear layer of colored polyurethane compounds. Total thickness: 15–18 mm.

Advantages: excellent shock absorption, non-slip surface, UV and weather resistance, 15–20 years durability, easy maintenance.

Maintenance: periodic cleaning and occasional washing. No watering or material top-ups required.

4. Hard-surface tennis court – maximum durability
Hard-surface courts are among the most widely used internationally due to their high durability and predictable ball behavior.

Technical structure: rigid concrete/asphalt base, successive layers of acrylic materials, optional intermediate elastic layer, wear layer of special acrylic paint.

Advantages: very high durability, medium-to-fast pace of play, consistent ball behavior, weather resistance, ideal for competitions.

Maintenance: periodic cleaning and occasional resurfacing of the wear layer.

Recommendation: The choice of surface depends on playing level, frequency of use, budget, and the beneficiary’s preferences. Atlas Sport provides consulting to select the optimal solution.

Tennis court fencing

• Metal posts 3–4 m high, anchored in concrete foundations
• Protective fence made of plastic-coated galvanized wire
• Optional: windbreak textile mesh on the sides
• Access gate

What does a fully equipped tennis court include?

• Net posts with tensioning mechanism
• Approved tennis net (0.914 m height at the center)
• Umpire chair
• Player and spectator benches
• Perimeter protective fencing
• Night lighting: LED floodlights, electrical panel, and cabling

The night lighting system allows play in the evening and extends the court’s usable time.

How is a tennis court built?

A durable tennis court starts with the correct infrastructure. This includes:
• Stripping – removal of the topsoil layer using mechanical equipment
• Ballast layer – compacted, serving drainage purposes
• Crushed stone aggregate – for structural stability
• Concrete or asphalt – for synthetic, tartan, and acrylic surfaces
• Drainage and slope – for efficient water discharge

Health benefits:
• Develops coordination and reflexes
• Improves cardiovascular endurance
• Reduces stress and improves mental well-being
• Prevents obesity and associated health issues
• A sport accessible to all ages