Hobart Out Tennis Club

Our premier Event, the Hobart Out Tennis Summer Tournament, is back in 2026, with registrations available here. Numbers are strictly limited. This event, accredited through the GLTA World Tour, has been granted Masters Series recognition this year, enabling double ranking points for competitors. 

Held in collaboration with the Hobart International WTA 250, with entries including tickets to the Hobart International sems and finals, the event costs $80 for single entry or $110 for two entries, and will cover all standards of play including Singles and Doubles Open, A, B, C, D, Ladies Singles, and Mixed Doubles. Co-hosted at Hobart's Domain Tennis Centre with the Hobart International, this is a unique opportunity to play in a professional environment while still having a competitive hit. 

FAQs:

How do I know what Division to enter?

More info can be found here. Based on ITN, Open would cover 0-4.5, A 4.5 – 6.0, B 6.0 – 7.0, C 7.0 – 8.0, D 8.0 +. Based on UTR, Open is 7.5+, A is 6 – 7.5, B 5 – 6, C 3.5 – 4.0, D <3.5.

Are all Events guaranteed?

No, some events may be bracketed together based on entry numbers.

What is the format?

Based on numbers and weather, play will either be knock-out (with consolation singles for first-round losses) or round-robin. Most matches will be planned as best of three sets with a super tie-break 3rd set.

Are other events planned?

Yes, we are planning practice play on 15/1, welcome drinks on 15/1, and a player’s dinner on 17/1.

Do I need to be available on the Friday?

Yes. While we try to make accommodations, it is expected that you are available for play all day on the 16th, 17th and 18th.

Are special hotel deals available?

Yes, special discounts have been secured with local hotels. Please email hobartouttennis@gmail.com for these codes.

Will billeting be available?

Yes, please email hobartouttennis@gmail.com if you would like to be billeted

Are discounts available?

Discounts are available, get in contact with hobartouttennis@gmail.com to find out more.

What if my event allocation is exhausted?

We will have waitlists activated for all events. 

See you in January!

Annual Events

We hold three events annually that provide structured competitive play.

1. January Summer Tournament

The first is the Hobart Out Tennis (HOT) tournament as part of the Gay and Lesbian Tennis Alliance (GLTA) World Tour.  Entires will be opening soon for the 2026 event so watch this space!!

2. Winter Compass

Our second competition is a HOT Winter Compass Competition, which is held in winter and features the non-knockout Compass format where everyone gets to play.

3. AGM Tournament

Our third event is an AGM doubles day where players rotate with different partners from set to set. See our AGM Doubles page for more information!

See the Honour Roll page here to see our past winners and some photos (or click sub-page above).