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Nawarat Tennis Court

Nawarat Tennis Court near the Old City — Chiang Mai's most central courts with English-speaking Coach Thor and 50-baht walk-in play.

4.3 22 Google reviews
Chang Moi / near Old City · Mueang Chiang Mai
6 Courts total
Hard Surface
Outdoor Outdoor
฿50 From / hour
Overview

The story

The downtown courts where Coach Thor turns a month in Chiang Mai into a daily tennis habit.

The most central courts in Chiang Mai (a short hop from the Old City), valued above all for resident Coach Thor, whose excellent English and friendly lessons draw a multilingual expat and visitor crowd (reviews in English, Korean and Chinese). Six basic outdoor courts and 50-baht walk-in play make it the default choice for travellers staying downtown. The closest courts to the Old City, home to popular English-speaking Coach Thor and friendly pickup games. The closest courts to the Old City, anchored by a beloved English-speaking coach and sociable pickup games.

6 outdoor courts English-friendly

Best for

  • travellers
  • expats
  • downtown locals
  • lesson-takers

Maybe not for

  • players wanting premium or covered facilities
Courts & facilities

What you're playing on

6 courts Outdoor hard court
Floodlit Lighting
6 outdoor Surface · Hard

Amenities & services

Air-conditioned courts
AC lounge
Wifi
Showers
Lockers
Changing rooms
Café / F&B
Pro shop & rental
Free parking
Kids facilities
Gym / fitness
Pool
Coaching & programs

Lessons & academy

Coaching programs available in English,Thai — contact the club for details.

Private coaching Junior program
Thor (resident coach)
Head coach
EnglishThai
Pricing

What it costs

Prices verified 2026-05-31
Court hire (per hour)
Weekday — daytime Before 5pm, Mon–Fri฿50 /hr
Weekday — evening After 5pm, Mon–Fri฿50 /hr
Weekend Sat & Sun, all day฿50 /hr

Membership is optional — courts are bookable by the hour for non-members. Walk-ins welcome.

Opening hours

When you can play

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday

walkin

The vibe

Who plays here

Crowd
expats
Vibe
community
English-friendliness
9 / 10
Instagrammable
central old-city-adjacent courts
Photo-friendly spots worth a post.
Competitive play

Tournaments & leagues

Social play Morning and late afternoon pickup games reported
Reviews

What players say

4.3
22 Google reviews
Google 4.3 · 22 reviews

The downtown courts where Coach Thor turns a month in Chiang Mai into a daily tennis habit.

Praised for

  • closest to Old City
  • excellent English coach
  • friendly pickup games
  • very cheap walk-in

Worth knowing

  • Basic facilities; two courts reserved for lessons at peak
Good to know

Nawarat Tennis Court — FAQ

Can I book a court at Nawarat Tennis Court without a membership?

Public / pay-to-play

How much does it cost to play at Nawarat Tennis Court?

Court hire starts from ฿50/hr. Evening and weekend rates are ฿50/hr. Prices were last verified 2026-05-31.

Is coaching available in English at Nawarat Tennis Court?

Yes. Coaching is available in English,Thai. Yes

How do I get to Nawarat Tennis Court?

10 Muang Samut Rd, Chang Moi, Mueang Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai 50300. Nearest transit: US Consulate / Muang Mai Market.

The local take

Playing at Nawarat Tennis Court

The closest courts to the Old City, anchored by a beloved English-speaking coach and sociable pickup games.

The most central courts in Chiang Mai (a short hop from the Old City), valued above all for resident Coach Thor, whose excellent English and friendly lessons draw a multilingual expat and visitor crowd (reviews in English, Korean and Chinese). Six basic outdoor courts and 50-baht walk-in play make it the default choice for travellers staying downtown. The closest courts to the Old City, home to popular English-speaking Coach Thor and friendly pickup games. The closest courts to the Old City, anchored by a beloved English-speaking coach and sociable pickup games.

Quick reference

At a glance

Surface: 6 hard courts.
Access: Public / pay-to-play.
Booking: LINE (@thortennis).
From: ฿50/hr; ฿50/hr peak.
Coaching: Available, English,Thai.
Good for: travellers, expats, downtown locals, lesson-takers.

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