Tennis Club de Paris (TCP)

What Tennis Club de Paris (TCP) does

Tennis Club de Paris (TCP) is a French non-profit sports association (loi 1901) founded in 1895, operating a 3-hectare multi-sport campus in the 16th arrondissement of Paris at 15 Avenue Félix d'Hérelle. The club serves approximately 2,400 members through a selective admission process under a public-domain concession from the City of Paris, offering 18 tennis courts (7 clay, 11 Greenset, all covered in winter), 2 padel courts, 3 badminton courts, 2 fitness rooms (133m² and 105m²), an outdoor swimming pool, and a 4,000m² glass-roofed gallery. A new 2,000m² facility, TCP Côté Seine, opened in June 2024 under the Tennis Club de Paris 2030 master plan, adding multisport courts, two tennis courts (one on a mezzanine with Seine views), two padel courts, a clubhouse, and a children's play area.

The club's business model combines recurring membership subscriptions across three tiers (Actif, Semainier, Honoraire) plus a Scolaire option for non-member children, with revenue streams from tennis school and competition programs (€700-€850/year), Tennis-Etudes high-performance training, summer camps (€370-€450/week), corporate event hosting (4-100 person meetings, garden parties for up to 150, fashion shows, film shoots), and a 250-seat restaurant (Le 1895) operated by Sport Event (Groupe Elior) since December 2025. The membership base ranges from beginners to elite professionals, including training contracts with current ATP/WTA players such as Nicolas Mahut, Gilles Simon, Julien Benneteau, Tatjana Maria, and Yanina Wickmayer, and the club has produced 100+ first-series players and 10 French No. 1s.

TCP's go-to-market is sales-led and selective: prospective members submit applications, attend an admission appointment, and are admitted based on availability, with the club's 130-year heritage, 12 French Pro A championship titles (last promotion of both men's and women's teams for 2026-2027), and 9 Trophée Philippe Chatrier youth titles as the primary acquisition engine. Corporate clients (Louis Vuitton, Chloé, Alexander McQueen, APC, Lacoste, AMi Paris, Arkema, ASICS, Astek) are solicited through a dedicated commercial director and routed through dedicated event venues (Salon Coupe Davis, Lounge, Salon des élus). Key partners include Wilson (20+ years), Crédit Mutuel, EA7 Emporio Armani, Tennis Pro (in-house pro shop since 2021), JCDecaux, Mairie du 16ème, and the Fédération Française de Tennis.

Name

Tennis Club de Paris (TCP)

Legal name

ASS SPORT TENNIS CLUB PARIS

Website

https://tennisclubdeparis.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1895

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Tennis Club de Paris (TCP) is a non-profit multi-sport association founded in 1895 in Paris's 16th arrondissement, serving 2,400 selective members through 18 tennis courts, padel, fitness, a pool, a 250-seat restaurant, and corporate event hosting across two sites.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sports & Recreation Club

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (71394), Sports Teams and Clubs (711211)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Tennis & Racquet Sports Facilities (MPAKAEAE), Convention & Exhibition Centers (Public Convention Centers, Civic Centers) (THAHAAAA)

Keywords

• Tennis club facilities
• Padel court rental
• Sports club membership
• Fitness center access
• Corporate event hosting

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Membership subscriptions: Annual membership fees from 2,400 members across multiple tiers (Actif, Semainier, Honoraire). Members receive access to fitness, sauna, pool, and various facilities as part of their subscription.
2. Tennis school and courses: Revenue from tennis lessons including school programs (750-850€ per year), competition school, adult group courses (700€ annually), and private lessons. Summer camps for youth generate additional revenue at 370€/week for members and 450€/week for non-members.
3. Restaurant and bar: Le 1895 restaurant operated by Sport Event (Elior Group subsidiary) since December 2025, serving members and event guests. Restaurant seats 250 with 2 terraces, open daily with bar service from 9h-21h30.
4. Corporate events and venue rental: Business events including private evenings, cocktails, garden parties (up to 150 people), team-building trophies, meetings (4-100 people), fashion shows, and film shoots. Meeting rooms include Salon Coupe Davis (100m²), Lounge (100m² with 40m² terrace), and Salon des élus (27m²).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Tennis Club de Paris (TCP) is a historic Parisian sports club founded in 1895, operating as a French sports association under the law of 1901. The club offers its roughly 2,400 members access to 18 tennis courts (some bubble-covered), 2 padel courts, a fitness facility, a swimming pool, and a restaurant, primarily serving individual members seeking premium recreational and social sports facilities in the 16th arrondissement of Paris.

Product overview

Tennis Club de Paris is a historic sports club (founded 1895) offering a multi-sport platform centered around 18 tennis courts (7 clay, 11 Greenset, all covered in winter). The club operates a comprehensive tennis program with a tennis school, competition school, and professional tennis cell, plus padel (2 courts), urban soccer, fitness/dance facilities, a multisport court, and outdoor swimming pool. The club also operates a 250-seat restaurant (Le 1895, operated by Sport Event/Groupe Elior since December 2025) and offers corporate event hosting services. Membership tiers include Actif, Semainier, and Honoraire plans, with additional programs for non-member school children.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Club Membership Annual membership granting access to the club's tennis, padel, fitness, and swimming facilities, plus restaurant and social amenities; for individuals seeking premium Parisian sports club access.
• Tennis Court Access Access to 18 tennis courts including bubble-covered courts enabling year-round play; for club members and visiting players.
• Padel Court Access Access to 2 padel courts for members seeking the rapidly growing racquet sport.
• Fitness Center Access On-site fitness and training facilities available to club members for general health and conditioning.
• Swimming Pool Access Access to the club's swimming pool for members and their guests as part of the membership offering.
• Restaurant & Dining On-site restaurant services for club members, families, and guests offering meals and refreshments in a club setting.
• Corporate Event Hosting Venue rental and event hosting services for businesses, private groups, and organizations seeking a prestigious Paris location for corporate or private events.

Quantifiable outcome

• 12 French Pro A Championship titles (7 women's, 5 men's)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers19 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• WilsonflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerWilson Sporting Goods Co. is an official partner of TCP. As a leading global manufacturer of high-performance sports equipment, Wilson has been partnering with TCP for over 20 years. The partnership aligns Wilson's elite tennis brand with TCP's championship heritage and provides equipment support for the club.
• Crédit MutuelcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCrédit Mutuel is a cooperative bank and trusted partner of TCP for many years. The bank offers special rates for TCP licensees through its Paris 16 Auteuil branch. The partnership provides financial services and member benefits, reflecting shared values of solidarity and proximity.
• EA7 Emporio ArmaniminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEA7, the sports line of Emporio Armani, partners with TCP for sports apparel. The Italian brand combines elegance with technical performance, aligning with TCP's premium positioning. EA7 reinforces its sports presence through association with prestigious tennis events.
• JCDecauxminorGTM or Marketing PartnerJCDecaux is a world leader in outdoor advertising, present in 80+ countries. While TCP's specific partnership terms are not detailed, JCDecaux provides urban furniture and advertising solutions that may benefit the club's visibility.
• Mairie du 16ème arrondissement de PariscoreOthersThe 16th arrondissement municipality supports TCP as a local sports institution. The city of Paris granted TCP the renewal of its public domain occupation concession in 2019, committing to the Tennis Club de Paris 2030 development plan.
• Fédération Française de Tennis (FFT)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerFFT is the governing body for tennis in France. TCP collaborates closely with the Paris League and FFT for player development, hosting competitions, and receiving labels for feminization (Club Elle's) and social responsibility (Club Engagé). TCP hosts FFT-sanctioned tournaments and championships.
• Tennis ProcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTennis Pro is a leading French distributor of tennis equipment. Since 2021, Tennis Pro operates the pro shop inside TCP's club, providing equipment advice and stringing services (2,500+ rackets per year). The partnership supports TCP's tournaments, events, and team matches.
• Elior Group - Sport EventcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSport Event is a new entity of Elior Group dedicated to sport and events. Since December 20, 2025, Sport Event operates TCP's restaurant Le 1895, providing catering services for members and corporate events. The team includes sports nutrition experts and former elite athletes.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Country Club de Genève: Premium Geneva tennis and country club offering tennis, golf, and fitness with selective membership. Comparable European premium positioning, multi-sport platform, and corporate event capabilities targeting affluent members in a major city.
• Racing Club de France: Historic Parisian multisport club (founded 1882) with tennis, rugby, and other sports. Operates in similar Paris premium location with comparable corporate event hosting, elite coaching, and prestigious membership positioning. Comparable business model spanning sports and events.
• West Side Tennis Club: Historic American tennis club (founded 1892) in Forest Hills, NY, hosting the US Open until 1977. Comparable historic tennis heritage, competitive team tradition, and selective membership model in a major metropolitan market.
• The Queen's Club: World's first multipurpose sports complex (founded 1886) and host of the Queen's Club Championships ATP tournament. Direct comparable for tennis-focused historic club with elite competition heritage and exclusive membership model in a major European city.
• Stade Français Paris: Historic Parisian sports club with multisport offering including tennis, rugby, and corporate events. Comparable non-profit association structure and similar premium membership base in Paris. Direct competitor for affluent Parisian families and corporate event clients.
• Hurlingham Club: Elite London private members' club founded in 1867 with extensive sports facilities including tennis, swimming, and croquet. Comparable historic prestige, selective membership, and corporate event hosting in a major European capital. Strong comparable for premium positioning.
• Real Club de Tenis Barcelona: Historic Spanish tennis club founded in 1899 with elite competitive teams and premium membership model. Comparable continental European tennis heritage, championship participation, and selective admission approach.
• Société Sportive du Jeu de Paume et de la Raquette: Historic Parisian tennis club founded in 1925, also operating in Paris with similar elite membership model, competitive teams, and premium tennis programming. Most directly comparable Parisian peer with similar heritage and selective admission approach.

Regional players

• Tennis Club de Strasbourg: Major French tennis club serving the Strasbourg region with competitive teams and FFT affiliation. Comparable French competitive tennis programming though smaller scale and different regional market than the Parisian TCP.

Broad incumbents

• All England Lawn Tennis Club (Wimbledon): Iconic London tennis club hosting The Championships, Wimbledon. While much larger and more focused on the Grand Slam tournament, shares the elite historic tennis club DNA, FFT-equivalent federation relationship, and premium British/French tennis ecosystem.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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