Community Initiatives

SCHOOLS PROGRAM

Inspiring the next generation through tennis.

Returning in 2027, the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open Schools Program brings the excitement of tennis directly to schools across Abu Dhabi, giving students the opportunity to discover the sport, get involved and experience the energy of one of the region’s leading sporting events. From interactive school assemblies and tennis experiences to creative competitions, school visits and opportunities to get closer to the action, the program is designed to inspire, engage and connect students through sport.

Please reach out to our SCHOOLS PROGRAM TEAM for more details on how your school can get involved.

PLAYMAKERS PROGRAM

A new year, new opportunities and more ways to be part of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open experience. Watch this space. More details coming soon.

BALL KIDS

If you’re a tennis player who dreams of being up close and personal with the pros at a major tennis tournament, being a Ball Kid may be just the thing to make that dream come true. An essential part of any competition, these talented teens know that there is more than meets the eye when it comes to doing the job well. And with that focus and effort, come some pretty cool rewards.

Ball Kids operate in a rather complex system, sending balls between each other to make sure that a player never has to break his or her concentration during a game. While their main job is to keep things flowing, they also support player comfort, and these up-close interactions often provide fun stories to share after the match.

To become a ball kid, you should be a tennis player between 12 – 17 years old with the motivation to train for this special role! A series of practice sessions will be scheduled to make sure you have all of the tools you need to be in with the chance of being right amongst the action.

Training starts in October so register here now: https://form.jotform.com/252794392607467

THE ROADSHOW

More details coming soon.

Create. Reuse. Inspire.

The Nationwide Art Competition will be back in 2027, inviting students across the UAE to showcase their imagination through tennis-inspired art.

Think you’ve got what it takes? Watch this space for 2027 details, registration and competition guidelines coming soon.