How to become a gladiator
Get in the arena!
Since 2007, Gladiator Tennis has existed for players of all skill levels who live to compete. The weekend warrior, the college athlete, the former high school standout, the hungry beginner—those who know competition is about spirit, honor, and a relentless focus on continuous improvement.
Follow these simple steps to learn how to join the Gladiator Tennis® community. You'll be on the courts and rising through the ranks in no time!
1. Register
Reserve your spot in one of our leagues or events. Choose from men's, women's and juniors' leagues for singles, doubles, and mixed doubles.
Find your league here
2. create your account
We'll email you a link to set up your profile with contact info and skill level. You'll also be able to set your schedule and select your preferred home court, where you'll play half of your matches.
Create an account
3. confirm your skill level
Your league commissioner may reach out to you to confirm your skill level. If needed, we'll organize a free Ratings Match. Then we'll match you with competitors near your designated home court at your specific skill level.
Learn about skill levels
4. Schedule your matches
Log into your Gladiator profile or app to view your match competitors for each week of your season. Leverage the in-app scheduling feature to coordinate matches with your opponents at a time and place convenient for you.
5. Prepare for battle
Review the Gladiator Rules & Guidelines and make sure to bring a fresh can of tennis balls for you home games!
See rules
6. compete & rise through the ranks
Play your match, report scores, track your standings and follow your fellow Gladiators' progress throughout the season. Scores count toward players' Universal Tennis Rating (UTR). Perform well and you could make the Colosseum Playoffs!
Learn more about the playoffs
Let's talk about flex
What is a flex tennis league?
Gladiator Tennis leagues are a "flex format." We provide you with fairly matched opponents for each of the 5-8 weeks of your league and you coordinate with your opponents to decide when and where to play these matches in a way that's most convenient for you—that's the flex part!
Let's talk about flex
Home court
Upon registering, you'll receive a list of courts from which to select a "Home Court" (usually a public court close to your residence or work), where you intend to play half of your matches. The other half of your matches will be played "Away", generally less than a 20-minute drive from your Home Court.