Winter tennis leagueBern

Winter tennis league · Bern 2026/27

Choose your level, meet local opponents, and arrange one-hour matches around your schedule.

Players are joining this league.

Winter tennis league · Bern 2026/27

Season dates
15 Oct 2026 – 31 Mar 2027
Registration closes
28 Feb 2027

How the league works

Three simple steps from joining to your first match.

  1. 01

    Join the league

    Choose Beginners, Enthusiasts, or Advanced and accept the league rules.

  2. 02

    Wait for your group

    We will publish your player list when your category has enough players.

  3. 03

    Arrange, play, report

    Agree on a court and time, play your match, then report the result in OpenTennis.

The people you will play

Join to unlock your player list. If your group is still forming, we will let you know when the final list is ready.

Simple rules. Better matches.

The format keeps matches short enough to schedule and clear enough to settle on court.

  1. 01Play one timed 12-game set, usually within 60 minutes including a quick warm-up.
  2. 02Complete 12 regular games unless your agreed time expires first. At 6–6, play the deciding tiebreak.
  3. 03At 6–6, play a deciding tiebreak to 7 points, winning by two. Record the match as 7–6.
  4. 04Every game won is one league point. Examples: 12–0 gives 12 and 0 points; 7–3 gives 7 and 3; 6–4 gives 6 and 4; a deciding tiebreak is recorded as 7–6 and gives 7 and 6.
  5. 05The winner reports the result in OpenTennis within 24 hours. The opponent confirms it or raises a dispute within 48 hours.
  6. 06Complete at least one match before the league ends to appear in the final classification.
  7. 07You can join after the league has started. Registration stays open until one calendar month before it ends.
  8. 08Agree on a court and time, and split the court cost unless you decide otherwise. One hour is usually enough for a quick warm-up and the set, but you may arrange another duration or venue.
  9. 09Each player brings their own racket, playable tennis balls, and any other equipment they need.
  10. 10If your opponent has not arrived 15 minutes after the scheduled match time, you both agree and confirm a 7–0 walkover.
  11. 11Arrange matches through OpenTennis chat, WhatsApp, email, or any other channel that works for both of you.
  12. 12Weather, court closure, or injury permits rescheduling without penalty.
  13. 13Repeated no-shows or deliberately false reports may lead to removal.
  14. 14OpenTennis connects players so they can arrange and play matches. OpenTennis is not a party to agreements between players and does not manage or accept responsibility for their communications, payments, cost sharing, disputes, conduct, equipment, bookings, or other direct interactions. Each player is responsible for their own decisions, actions, safety, and compliance with venue rules and applicable law.

Where you can play

Play in and around Bern. Agree with your opponent on a court and time that work for both of you.

Questions before you join

The practical details—when to play, what it costs, and what happens when plans change.

When can I play?
Any time during the league season. Agree on a date and time directly with your opponent.
How much does it cost?
League entry fees vary. If you find one that is free to join, take your shot—it is your lucky break!
What if my opponent does not respond?
Send one friendly reminder. If they still do not reply, arrange a match with another player in your group.
How do I arrange a match?
Contact a player from your published group through OpenTennis chat, WhatsApp, email, or another convenient channel, then agree on a court and time.
How long does a match take?
Usually up to 60 minutes including a quick warm-up. Play one timed 12-game set; if the agreed time expires first, record the games completed. At 6–6, play a deciding tiebreak.
Who reports the result?
The winner reports it in OpenTennis within 24 hours. The opponent then confirms it or raises a dispute.
What if my opponent does not show up?
Wait 15 minutes after the scheduled time. If your opponent still has not arrived, agree together and confirm a 7–0 walkover.
Can I join after the season starts?
Yes. Registration stays open until one calendar month before the league ends.
Which category should I choose?
Use the suggestion from your profile, then choose Beginners, Enthusiasts, or Advanced based on your current match level.
What should I bring?
Bring your own racket, playable tennis balls, and any other equipment you need.

Ready to play in Bern?

Join the league, meet local players, improve your game, and have fun.