21st–23rd November 2026 | Castleknock, Dublin, Ireland
Castleknock Lawn Tennis Club (CLTC) is incredibly proud to host the first Irish Para-Standing Tennis Open, taking place from Saturday 21st to Monday 23rd November 2026.
With international competitors travelling to Dublin to take part, this promises to be a very special weekend of tennis, inclusion, friendship and sporting achievement.
We are delighted to welcome players, their families, supporters and visitors from Ireland and abroad to our club for what we hope will be a memorable event for everyone involved.
View the Bearing Point Para-Standing Tennis Open 2026 – Tournament Information, Entries & Draws
Supporting Para-Standing Tennis in Ireland
This tournament is particularly special to Castleknock Lawn Tennis Club as we are immensely proud to support our long-standing member, David Murphy, and the incredible work he has done to introduce, develop and champion para-standing tennis in Ireland.
David’s dedication has helped open the door to tennis for people with physical disabilities, including many who had never picked up a tennis racket before.
Seeing these players embrace the sport, develop their skills and now have the opportunity to compete in an international tournament here in Ireland is something we are all very proud to be part of.
Para-standing tennis provides opportunities for players with physical disabilities who don’t use a wheelchair to enjoy tennis, helping make the sport accessible to an even wider community.
Welcoming International Players to Castleknock
Located in Castleknock, Dublin 15, Ireland, Castleknock Lawn Tennis Club is an established and welcoming members’ tennis club with a strong sense of community.
We are delighted to be opening our doors to international players and visitors for this landmark tournament.
The Open will be played on our indoor tennis courts, providing a comfortable, weather-protected environment for competitors throughout the three days.
To help make the experience as enjoyable and supportive as possible, the following facilities and arrangements will be available:
- Indoor tennis courts for all tournament matches.
- Tournament Hotel/Venue transfers available for participating players.
- Tournament hotel located approximately 10 minutes from the club.
- Dedicated physiotherapy room for players.
- Prosthetic support available during the event.
- Full bar and restaurant facilities for players, families and supporters.
- Club volunteers on hand throughout the tournament to welcome visitors and assist where needed.
- Player Information Pack provided on tournament entry
We recognise that accessibility is an important part of planning any sporting event. Our organising team is committed to supporting the individual requirements of competitors and helping everyone feel comfortable and welcome throughout their visit.
Players with specific accessibility, mobility or support requirements are encouraged to contact the tournament organisers in advance so that arrangements can be discussed.
A Warm Welcome On and Off the Court!
While the tennis will undoubtedly be the highlight, we also want our visitors to enjoy everything that makes Castleknock Lawn Tennis Club such a special place.
Our Club Chef, Lucas, is already looking forward to feeding the players, families and supporters, and our bar and restaurant team led by our F&B Manager Lukasz, will be ready to welcome competitors, families and supporters throughout the weekend.
One of the most encouraging aspects of hosting this event has been the fantastic response from our own members. So many have volunteered their time to help make this tournament a success.
From welcoming visitors to helping with the running of the event, our members are determined to make the Irish Bearing Point Para-Standing Tennis Open an experience to remember.
We may be hosting an international competition, but we want everyone who visits to feel right at home!
Adam Hills Joins the Competition
We are particularly excited to welcome Adam Hills, internationally known comedian, television presenter and one of the leading advocates for para-standing tennis.
Adam has been a passionate campaigner for growing the sport and creating more opportunities for people with physical disabilities to play competitive tennis.
His participation in the Irish Open is a fantastic boost for the event and for the continued development of para-standing tennis in Ireland.
You can hear Adam talking about para-standing tennis in his interview with Ireland’s Classic Hits:
Watch Adam Hills on Ireland’s Classic Hits – YouTube
Come & Try Para-Standing Tennis – Sunday 22nd November
Ever thought about giving tennis a go? This is your chance!
As part of the Irish Para-Standing Tennis Open, we are delighted to host a special Para-Standing Tennis Come & Try Day.
Sunday 22nd November 2026 | 12pm–3pm
This event is an opportunity for people with physical disabilities to discover tennis in a friendly, welcoming and supportive environment.
Whether you have played another sport, are curious about tennis or have never held a racket before, we would love you to come along and give it a try.
The session takes place alongside the international tournament, offering a wonderful opportunity to experience the excitement of competitive para-standing tennis while discovering the sport for yourself.
We are very grateful to Fingal County Council for sponsoring the Come & Try Day as part of Fingal Inclusion Week, helping us encourage greater participation and inclusion in sport.
Our thanks also go to Para Standing Tennis Ireland and Tennis Ireland for their support in developing and promoting the sport.
Visiting Castleknock Lawn Tennis Club
Venue: Castleknock Lawn Tennis Club
Location: Castleknock, Dublin 15, Ireland
Tournament Dates: 21st–23rd November 2026
Come & Try Day: Sunday 22nd November, 12pm–3pm
Castleknock is located on the western side of Dublin, within easy reach of Dublin Airport and Dublin city centre.
Visitors travelling from overseas will be asked to provide their travel arrangements in advance. The organising team will assess these arrangements and provide assistance where possible. Transfer details between the Tournament Hotel and the Venue will be provided prior to the event.
Tournament Information and Draws:
https://ti.tournamentsoftware.com/tournament/39F32A6C-1E44-4C93-90A0-5CE2C83EE0CE
Looking Forward to Making History Together
Hosting Ireland’s first Para-Standing Tennis Open is a proud moment for everyone at Castleknock Lawn Tennis Club.
To our international visitors, we wish you safe travels and look forward to welcoming you to Dublin.
To our members who have volunteered, thank you for helping us showcase the very best of our club.
And to anyone considering trying tennis for the first time, we hope to see you on Sunday 22nd November!
Here’s to a fantastic first Irish Para-Standing Tennis Open – hopefully it will be the first of many!