Beginners
U11 – U18 Tennis
Tennis is a wonderful sport that combines physical fitness, skill, and strategy. Whether you’re brand new to the game or have some basic experience, these lessons will provide you with a solid foundation to develop your tennis skills and enjoy the sport to the fullest.
Beginners
Beginners junior tennis lessons provide a fantastic introduction to the sport for young players who are eager to learn and explore the world of tennis. These lessons are specifically designed to cater to the needs of beginners, focusing on fundamental skills, coordination, and building a solid foundation. Led by patient and supportive coaches, beginners junior tennis lessons cover the basics of grip, footwork, and stroke technique. Through interactive drills and fun exercises, young players develop hand-eye coordination, improve their balance, and learn to control the ball. These lessons also emphasize the importance of sportsmanship, teamwork, and fair play, instilling valuable values from the start. In a nurturing and encouraging environment, beginners have the opportunity to build confidence and ignite their passion for tennis.
Intermediates
Intermediate junior tennis lessons offer a stepping stone for young players looking to refine their skills and take their game to the next level. These lessons are tailored to meet the specific needs of intermediate-level players, focusing on further developing their technical abilities, tactical understanding, and mental resilience. Under the guidance of experienced coaches, junior players engage in advanced drills and practice sessions that challenge their abilities and push them to improve. They work on perfecting their strokes, improving their footwork, and enhancing their court positioning. Additionally, these lessons emphasize strategy and match play, teaching juniors how to construct points, anticipate their opponents’ moves, and make tactical decisions. Mental fortitude is also fostered, helping young players build confidence, resilience, and focus.
Advanced
Advanced junior tennis lessons are designed to meet the needs of young players who have demonstrated exceptional skills and a strong commitment to the sport. These lessons provide a challenging and dynamic training environment that focuses on elevating players to their full potential. Led by experienced coaches and trainers, advanced junior tennis lessons emphasize advanced technical development, tactical awareness, physical conditioning, and mental resilience. Players refine their strokes, enhance their footwork, and master complex shot variations. They delve into advanced strategies, learning to analyze opponents, adapt their game, and make split-second decisions on the court. Intense drills, match simulations, and competitive practice sessions push players to their limits, preparing them for high-level tournaments and competitions. Through these lessons, young athletes have the opportunity to thrive in a highly competitive tennis environment and develop the necessary skills and mindset to excel at the highest level of the sport.
Play Pathways
Competition
| Guidelines | Beginners & Improvers | Intermediate Players | Advanced Players | ||
| Grade of Competition | 7 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 3 TO 1 |
| Types of Competition | Tennis Festival | Matchplay | Cheshire Tour | Regional to National Tour | |
| ITF World Tennis Number | 40 | 40 to 30 | 30 | 20 | 20 to 1 |
Training
| Guidelines | Beginners & Improvers | Intermediate Players | Advanced Players | ||
| Weekly Training Hours | |||||
| Example Training Program | 1 x Group | 1 to 3 hrs Group coaching | 3 hrs + Group coaching | ||
| or 1 x Cardio Tennis | 1 hr Strength & Conditioning | 2 hrs S & C | |||
| or 1 x Private lesson | 1hr (shared) Private Lesson | 2hr Private Lessons | |||
| 2 to 4 hrs other sports | 1 to 3 hours other sports | 0 to 2 hours other sports | |||
Performance Factors
| Guidelines | Beginners & Improvers | Intermediate Players | Advanced Players | ||
| Tactical | Learning the basics | Learning patterns of play | Individualised Game style | ||
| Technical | Basic Swing shapes | Efficient swing shapes | Automatic swing , fine tuning required | ||
| Mental | Fun, sociable learning environement | Increasing the challenge & difficulty | Full Commitment | ||
| Physical | Fundamentals of movement | General Tennis conditioning | Individualised & Periodised | ||
| STAGES | FUNDAMETALS | TRAIN TO TRAIN | TRAIN TO COMPETE | ||
| Train 90% / 10% Competition | Train 70% / Compete 30% | Train 40% / 60% Compete | |||
Junior Group Coaching Timetable & Prices 2024
LTA Youth Progressions
- Red Ball (5-8yrs) - using a 19-23 inch racket on a three quarter court length court. Matches first to 10 points
- Orange Ball (8-10yrs)- using 23-25 inch racket on a three quarter length court. Matches are first to 10 points
- Green Ball (9-11yrs)- using 25-26inch rackets on a full court playing shorts sets to 4 games
- Yellow Ball (11-18yrs)- using 26-27 inch rackets on a full court playing short or long sets
- Players will need to be LTA Advantage member (free) for competitions
