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We provide junior tennis classes for children from the age of 2.5 years old up to 18 years old. Classes range from 2 to 16 players, with one coach to every four players. Partnered with Tennis NSW and Tennis Australia, our group classes are filled with fun and innovative exercises that teach your child the technical fundamentals and tactical outcomes of the game in an exciting and encouraging learning environment.
Following the Tennis Australia Hotshots Pathway – featuring Red, Orange, Green and Yellow ball levels explained below – modified balls and equipment are used to provide the highest quality coaching for all levels and ages.
Each junior group class has a unique tennis lesson plan tailored by Coach Will, with a different one for each week of the year.
We use a Young Aces Tennis Passport to monitor a specific set of competencies that need to be met before a player can proceed to the next colour tennis ball. Students are constantly monitored and assessed throughout each term to ensure they are in the most suitable class so that they feel challenged.
HOTSHOTS JUNIOR PROGRAM
red
orange
green
yellow
Red program is for children aged approximately 4 and 7 years old. Lessons are presented in a group format, focusing on group activities and team-based exercises. Games are designed to improve their motor skills, self confidence, and to meet and compete in an enjoyable environment.
Orange program is for children aged approximately 7 to 10 years old. They play on a three quarter tennis court and the ball compression is 50%. This program focuses on stroke development and both team and individual game. Here, we encourage development of self confidence, ability to rally and challenge their strategic thinking in an enjoyable environment.
Green program is for children aged approximately 10 to 12 years old. They will learn to play on a full tennis court with a 75% compression tennis ball. This program focuses on the development of strokes and strategy in a group format. This prepares children to take part in competitions, tournaments and school tennis. Different mental and physical components are introduced for the more advanced participants by double and single match play.
Yellow program is for children aged approximately 12 to 18 years old. Coaching takes place on a full court with a 100% compression ball. This program entails the development of strokes, tactical, mental, and physical aspects of the game. It also prepares children for tennis tournaments, competitions, school tennis and performance pathway training.