Developing Young Tennis Players

With the capacity to accommodate all kinds of player, we can help any junior improve no matter what their level. Most importantly, our experienced coaches will ensure an enjoyable tennis playing environment and teach juniors to play with good technique.

We have various programmes tailored to suit all players' needs:

•  For juniors between 5 and 17 years of age
•  For beginners, intermediate and experienced players
•  For those who want to play just for fun
•  For performance players who want to play more seriously

Please remember:

•  There will be a suitable opportunity for every child / youth within our programme
•  Our proven record in the development of junior tennis players stretches back over 20 years

Coaching Opportunities

Mini Tennis Red: For players aged 8 & under, this is the first stage of tennis development and is important for building skills and confidence. The focus starts on improving movement and ball skills as well as an introduction to rallying and playing the game. Children are then developed technically and tactically so that they can play the game successfully within the smaller court.

Mini Tennis Orange: For players aged 8 / 9, this stage moves on to 3/4 length courts and starts to use balls that bounce slightly higher. Technical and tactical development continues at this stage as children become used to a larger court.

Mini Tennis Green: For players aged 10, the final stage before progressing to the full game is played with a green ball that bounces slightly lower than a normal tennis ball, allowing the children to improve their technique and rallying skills. The playing space is now the same size as a normal singles court.

Improver / Club Player: For players aged 11 & over and typically playing with either friends or family for fun, children usually attend a coaching group once per week. Although a great deal of technical guidance is offered, the emphasis becomes more about playing effective tennis and understanding tactics.

Academy: A talented and committed player looking to receive group coaching twice per week and aiming to play competitive tennis either in club teams or in tournaments. Click here to learn more.

Performance: A talented and dedicated player who is aiming to develop their talent to its full potential, playing several times per week, including at least 2 group sessions per week and probably receiving a weekly individual lesson. Will be playing in teams and entering regular tournaments.

How much does it cost?

We ensure that all groups are priced affordably so as to make the quality coaching accessible to as many people as possible. The groups run for the duration of the school half-term and are payable in advance.

The following prices are for non-members and should act as a guideline only. Members will receive a reduction of around 10% on these prices.

After-school clubs - £2 per hour

Introduction course to Mini Tennis - £4 per hour

Mini Tennis / Improvers - £5 per hour

Performance Squads - £8 per 1 1/2 hours

What should you do next?

Why not check out our Programme of Activities to see when your chosen groups are available? You can contact us from this page.

Click through if you would like to learn more about our highly successful Schools Programme.

Perhaps you would like to read about our Adult Coaching opportunities?