Marineda Tennis School Hosts First Flea Market

The Escuela de Tenis Marineda in Cambre is shifting its focus from the court to community commerce this Saturday, November 14, by hosting its inaugural public flea market.

The event, which aims to promote sustainability and local craftsmanship, will run in two sessions: from 11:00 to 14:00 and again from 15:30 to 19:00.

The transition from a sports facility to a market space was inspired by María Varela, wife of Lorenzo Hernández Rey. The club, which currently supports over 600 students, decided to utilize its indoor cafeteria and rest areas to accommodate the vendors and visitors regardless of the weather.

“I always liked flea markets, but it wasn’t until now that we gave it shape,” Varela said. She collaborated with Gema Cebeiro, the club’s first registered student with over 25 years of history at the facility, to organize the event.

The planning committee also includes Isabel Otero, Mauro Ruiz, Braulio Hernández, and Cristina Muñoz of the brand Wear to be Wild, whose background in managing similar events proved instrumental.

The market is divided into two distinct zones: a front area dedicated to artisanal products and a rear section designed for the sale of second-hand items, vintage clothing, and vinyl records. The organizers aim to provide a venue where residents can find new value in pre-owned goods, reducing waste in the process.

The artisan section features three specific projects:

• Lumar: Specializes in handmade jewelry crafted with polymer clay and other techniques.
• Wear to be Wild: Presenting its “Garden Wild” collection, which includes earrings, pendants, and watches inspired by natural elements.
• Fa Artesana: Features unique jewelry created without molds or machinery, utilizing techniques such as lost-wax casting and silver forging. The creators of this brand operate out of a mobile workshop, specifically a camper van.

The event is designed as an open-door initiative, welcoming both club members and the general public. While the Escuela de Tenis Marineda is primarily known for its tennis training, it partners with organizations such as Aspronaga, Cogami, and APEM to support social causes.

The initiative focuses on social interaction rather than athletic competition, differing from the club's typical operations. As Varela noted, the goal is to foster a sense of community that extends beyond the tennis court, with the local veterans’ group already confirmed to attend.

The market will conclude its inaugural run at 19:00 on Saturday, November 14, at the club’s facilities in Cambre.