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A water-efficient, all-weather tennis court

Falling groundwater levels, prolonged dry spells, and irrigation bans are presenting tennis clubs with new challenges. At the same time, the familiar playing characteristics of a clay court must be preserved.

Tennis clubs are facing new challenges

If you can no longer water a clay court, it will deteriorate.

– Thomas Martin, VIACOR Sales Team

Many clubs are looking for ways to reduce their water consumption and take responsibility before water shortages and irrigation bans further restrict play.
As the German Tennis Federation’s infrastructure partner for tennis, we deal with the challenges faced by tennis clubs on a daily basis. In this interview, Thomas Martin discusses how water consumption, court management, and the requirements for tennis facilities are changing.
To the DTB Interview

A 6-court tennis facility by the numbers

1.5 million liters of water

Year after year, the irrigation needs of a tennis facility with six clay courts can reach this magnitude.

Up to 15,000 €

In addition to water consumption, annual maintenance generates additional costs for clubs.

Up to 15 metric tons of waste

Spring maintenance not only incurs costs but also generates significant amounts of material that must be disposed of.

Tried and true in professional and international tennis

PORPLASTIC TENNIS RedClay pro has won over not only clubs but also facilities with the highest standards. From 2017 to 2022, the system was used at the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix in Stuttgart.
In addition, RedClay pro is also used at numerous tennis facilities outside of Germany.

More than just saving water – PORPLASTIC TENNIS RedClay pro

  • Up to 50–60%* less water consumption
  • Authentic clay court feel
  • Less maintenance
  • Can be used year-round
 
* Depending on temperature, location, sunlight, and weather conditions.

The right solution for your tennis facility

PORPLASTIC TENNIS RedClay pro offers clubs a way to adapt to changing climatic conditions, significantly reduce water consumption, and maintain the familiar playing experience.

For those who wish to completely eliminate the need to water a tennis court, the PORPLASTIC hardcourt systems offer another alternative.

Clay court alternative:
PORPLASTIC TENNIS RedClay pro

Hard courts:
PORPLASTIC TENNIS comfort
PORPLASTIC TENNIS FlexBase
PORPLASTIC TENNIS club
PORPLASTIC TENNIS eco

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