Ligue Centre-Val de Loire de Tennis

What Ligue Centre-Val de Loire de Tennis does

Ligue Centre-Val de Loire de Tennis is a non-profit regional sports federation headquartered at the Stade de Ligue in Blois, France, operating under the exclusive mandate of the Fédération Française de Tennis (FFT) to govern tennis across the six departments of the Centre-Val de Loire region (Cher, Eure-et-Loir, Indre, Indre-et-Loire, Loir-et-Cher, Loiret). With 11 permanent staff, the Ligue organizes and homologates regional tennis competitions, operates a professional training center for tennis instructors (DESJEPS, DEJEPS, CQP ET, IFT certifications), manages youth development through the Galaxie Tennis system, and administers the annual Circuit Ligue summer tournament series plus the international Tournoi Loire Vallée U16 event at its Blois headquarters. It also extends its mandate to adjacent racquet sports, including padel, beach tennis, paratennis, pickleball, and corporate tennis (Tennis Entreprise), and delivers club development support such as 'Mon club demain' project assistance and the 'Label Club FFT Engagé' certification.

The organization's commercial activity is structured around two revenue streams: recurring annual license fees collected from individual players and clubs (priced from €4 for discovery/school licenses up to €49 for adult outside-club internet licenses, with adult multi-racket licenses at €33), and transaction-based tournament homologation fees (ranging from free for youth events to €550 for Hors Catégorie tournaments, with padel tournament fees from €20-€60 by tier). It does not own its core technology platforms: licensing and competition management run on the FFT's national Ten'Up system, tournament homologation on ADOC, and judge-arbitrage management on AEI. The Ligue's go-to-market is direct-to-consumer across its regional territory, distributing services through a network of affiliated tennis clubs and self-serve platforms, with marketing executed via the league's website, social channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Flickr), and email newsletters.

The Ligue is sustained by sponsorship relationships with BNP Paribas (major sponsor, 'Chaque point compte' platform), HEAD (official ball partner), the Centre-Val de Loire regional government, Renault/Warsemann, local departmental councils, and a roster of smaller local brand partners (Yves Rocher, Patapain, Max Vauché, Biscuiterie de Chambord, L'Atelier des Sportifs). No revenue, funding, M&A, or leadership change disclosures are available, reflecting the organization's status as a non-listed, non-equity-funded regional federation under FFT oversight.

Name

Ligue Centre-Val de Loire de Tennis

Legal name

Ligue Centre-Val de Loire de Tennis

Website

https://liguecentrevaldeloire-tennis.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Ligue Centre-Val de Loire de Tennis is a non-profit regional tennis federation in Blois, France, operating under the FFT to organize competitions, license players, certify instructors, and develop clubs across the six departments of Centre-Val de Loire.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Regional Sports Federation Services

NAICS

Spectator Sports (71121), Sports Teams and Clubs (711211), Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events (7113)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYMPAKAFAD

Regional/Continental Confederations & Associations

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Sports (Leagues, Teams, Events, Venues)/Sports Rights Holders & Governing Bodies (Federations, Associations, Sanctioning Bodies)

SECONDARYMPAKABAF

Tennis & Racquet Sports Clubs (Tennis, Padel, Pickleball, Squash)

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Sports (Leagues, Teams, Events, Venues)/Professional Sports Teams & Clubs

SECONDARYMPAKAAAJ

Tennis Leagues & Team Competitions

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Sports (Leagues, Teams, Events, Venues)/Professional Sports Leagues (Domestic & International)

SECONDARYMPAKAFAE

Professional Sport Governing Bodies & League Sanctioning Authorities

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Sports (Leagues, Teams, Events, Venues)/Sports Rights Holders & Governing Bodies (Federations, Associations, Sanctioning Bodies)

Keywords

• Regional tennis federation
• Tennis competition organization
• Coach training certification
• Club development programs
• Amateur tennis licensing

Headquarters

HQ city

Blois

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Licence fees: Annual license fees collected from tennis clubs and individual players. Fees vary by category: young players (7-18 years) pay €23, adults pay €33 (multi-raquettes), with discounted rates for Padel, Beach Tennis, and Pickleball. Additional fees for 'hors club' internet licenses at higher rates.
2. Tournament homologation fees: Fees collected for tournament homologation approvals, ranging from free for youth tournaments to €550 for Hors Catégorie tournaments. Padel tournament fees range from €20-60 depending on tier (P25 to P2000).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Ligue Centre-Val de Loire de Tennis is the official regional tennis federation for the Centre-Val de Loire region, operating under the Fédération Française de Tennis (FFT). It organizes and homologates regional tennis competitions, issues annual licenses to players and clubs, certifies tennis instructors (DESJEPS, DEJEPS, CQP ET, IFT), supports club development, and extends programming to related disciplines including Padel, Beach Tennis, Paratennis, and Pickleball.

Product overview

Ligue Centre-Val de Loire de Tennis is a regional sports federation affiliated with the French Tennis Federation (FFT) that organizes and administers tennis and related sports across the Centre-Val de Loire region. The organization operates as a multi-product sports services entity rather than a unified platform. Its core offerings include regional tennis competitions (individual championships, team championships, circuit tournaments), professional formation programs for tennis instructors (DESJEPS, DEJEPS, CQP ET, IFT), and supplementary sports including Padel, Beach Tennis, Paratennis, Pickleball, and Tennis Entreprise. The league also provides club development support programs, youth development initiatives through the Galaxie Tennis system, referee training, and manages the annual Circuit Ligue summer tournament series. Key events include the Tournoi Loire Vallée (international youth tournament) and regional championships across all categories. The organization acts as an intermediary layer between clubs and the national FFT federation, providing administrative, competitive, and educational services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Regional Tennis Competitions Organization and administration of regional tennis competitions including individual championships, team championships across all age categories (youth, adults, seniors+), and circuit tournaments, delivered to licensed tennis players and affiliated clubs in Centre-Val de Loire.
• Formation and Training Programs (DESJEPS, DEJEPS, CQP ET, IFT) Professional tennis instructor certification and training programs delivered through the Centre de Formation aux Métiers du Tennis, including DESJEPS, DEJEPS, CQP ET (Educateur de Tennis), IFT (Initiateurs Fédéraux Tennis), and continuing education for sports teachers, targeting aspiring and current tennis coaches.
• Padel Programs Regional padel competitions, tournaments, regional championships, and France championship qualifiers organized by the league, delivered to padel players and affiliated clubs.
• Beach Tennis Programs Regional beach tennis competitions and France championship qualification tournaments organized under FFT governance.
• Paratennis (Tennis Fauteuil) Programs Wheelchair tennis and paratennis programs including regional championships, inter-regional team championships, national championship qualifications, and training stages for para-tennis practitioners.
• Pickleball Programs Regional pickleball competitions organized under FFT governance.
• Club Development Programs Assistance programs for tennis clubs including equipment aid, facility decoration support, 'Mon club demain' project approach, 'Label Club FFT Engagé' certification, volunteering label, and Cosmos membership, delivered to affiliated tennis clubs.
• Tennis Entreprise (Corporate Tennis) Corporate tennis competitions and team championships for workplace tennis players.
• Youth Development (Galaxie Tennis) Youth tennis development programs for ages 5-10 including 'Galaxie Orange' and 'Galaxie Verte' formats, regional youth team competitions, and ball picker training for Roland Garros, targeting young players and beginners.
• Referee and Umpire Training Training programs for tennis referees and umpires including formations and documentation resources.
• Circuit Ligue Centre-Val de Loire Regional summer tennis circuit consisting of 5 tournaments hosted by different clubs in the region, with separate men's and women's overall winners.
• Tournoi Loire Vallée International youth tennis tournament (U16 category) recognized by Tennis Europe, held at the Stade de Ligue in Blois with ITF World Selection participants.
• Challenge Sportif Régional des Clubs Regional sports challenge competition for club youth players (ages 8-18), with free match formats and club rewards based on participation tiers.
• Annual Tennis Licensing (via Ten'Up) Annual player licensing offered in multiple tiers (young players €13-€34, adults €26-€49, multi-raquette €33, Padel/Beach Tennis/Pickleball youth €22 adult €26, discovery and school licenses €4), delivered through the Ten'Up platform.

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Fédération Française de Tennis (FFT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent national federation that governs tennis in France. The Ligue is the regional arm of FFT, operating under its authority to organize competitions, manage licensing (via Ten'Up), and deliver training programs. The Ligue follows FFT regulations and guidelines.
• HEADcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial ball sponsor for the Ligue. Provides ball offers for organized tournaments (Offre balles HEAD 2025/2026) for clubs hosting FFT-homologated tournaments.
• BNP Paribas (We Are Tennis)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerMajor sponsor through the 'Chaque point compte' platform. Finance program for tennis projects, celebrating 50 years of partnership with tennis. Regional sponsor visible on the website.
• Renault (via Warsemann)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal automotive partner listed among sponsors.
• Centre-Val de Loire RegionmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional government sponsor supporting tennis development in the Centre-Val de Loire region.
• Département du Loiret et Loir-et-CherminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDepartmental council sponsors supporting local tennis clubs and competitions.
• Loire Vallée PadelcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKey partner venue for regional padel championships. Located at the Ligue's Blois headquarters, hosts major padel competitions and the Loire Vallée international U16 tournament.
• Loire Vallée (U16 Tennis Europe Tournament)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational youth tennis tournament (ITF) held at the Stade de Ligue de Blois. Includes participation of ITF World Selection. Major annual event for the Ligue.
• Yves RocherminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCosmetic brand partner providing offers to Ligue members.
• Biscuiterie de ChambordminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal food partner providing special offers for clubs.
• PatapainminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBakery partner with location-based offers for clubs (Saint-Gervais-la-Forêt).
• Max VauchéminorGTM or Marketing PartnerChocolatier partner providing offers for Ligue clubs.
• L'Atelier des SportifsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSports equipment service partner, present at regional tournaments for racket stringing services.
• Lycée Camille Claudel (Blois)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with the DN Made (Diplôme National des Métiers d'Arts et Design) section for the annual Tournoi Loire Vallée poster contest.
• Agglopolys (Blois)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerAgglomeration community sponsor based in Blois.
• Ville de BloisminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCity of Blois as local government sponsor.
• AAJB TenniscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAAJB Tennis de Blois hosts para-tennis tournaments (8th Paratennis France Series tournament) and wheelchair tennis training at their facilities.
• AFTS+ (Association Française de Tennis des Seniors Plus)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational association for senior tennis (35+), partnering for regional team competitions.
• Beach Tennis Club Orléans (BTCO)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeading beach tennis club in the region, organizes and participates in regional beach tennis championships.
• Challenge TGO (with Bretagne, Normandie, Pays de la Loire)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInter-regional Seniors Plus challenge created in 2007, involving 4 French ligues for team competitions.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Ligue Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes de Tennis: FFT regional league covering the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, with an identical structure of competition management, training center and club development programs.
• Ligue de Tennis Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur: FFT regional league for PACA, operating regional championships, padel and beach tennis circuits and the same coaching certification pathways.
• Ligue de Tennis Bretagne: FFT regional league covering Brittany, comparable in organizational structure, competition calendar and coach training operations.
• Ligue de Tennis Pays de la Loire: FFT regional league for Pays de la Loire; participates alongside Ligue Centre-Val de Loire in the inter-regional Challenge TGO (with Bretagne and Normandie) for seniors plus competitions.
• Ligue de Tennis Nouvelle-Aquitaine: FFT regional league covering the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, comparable in mandate, product set and club-network operating model.
• Ligue de Tennis Grand Est: FFT regional league for Grand Est, providing licensing, tournament homologation and coach formation across multiple departments.
• Ligue Île-de-France de Tennis: Regional tennis league for the Île-de-France region under the FFT, operating the same mandate (licensing, homologation, competitions, coach training) as Ligue Centre-Val de Loire but serving the largest tennis catchment in France.
• Ligue de Tennis des Hauts-de-France: FFT regional league for the Hauts-de-France region, with identical scope: licensing, homologation, regional championships, formation and club development.
• Ligue de Tennis Normandie: FFT regional league for Normandy, also part of the inter-regional Challenge TGO. Comparable operating model and mandate to Ligue Centre-Val de Loire.

Broad incumbents

• Fédération Française de Tennis (FFT): National governing body for tennis in France and the parent federation of the Ligue Centre-Val de Loire. Provides Ten'Up, ADOC and AEI platforms that the Ligue uses for licensing and homologation.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/liguecentrevaldeloiredetennis
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ligue-centre-val-de-loire-de-tennis
• Instagraminstagram.com/liguecentrevaldeloiretennis

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