Welcome to the Associationof Centenary Tennis Clubs
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 2026 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

Wiener Park Club hosted and won a successful CTC Friendly Doubles tournament
The traditional tennis weekend kicked off with a festive cocktail reception and Welcome Dinner at

Winchester retains CTC UK & Irish Friendly Competition title
Winchester Racquets & Fitness has retained the CTC UK & Irish Friendly Competition title, following a

Carrickmines are the champions of the CTC Friendly Doubles held in Dublin
Carrickmines were delighted to host for the first time a CTC Friendly Doubles tournament. The

Villa Primrose won the CTC 50+/60+ Tennis Club Padova competition
After two days of very good tennis, the team from Villa Primrose of Bordeaux defeated