Junior Coaching
JUNIOR GROUP COACHING PROGRAMME (Full programme to start in Mid April 2021)
We have Four excellent coaches, Christian Allen (Head Coach), Chris Ashton, Rob Heaton and Kelly Shipton all fully licensed through the Lawn Tennis Association.
Groups coaching sessions take place for an hour after school most days of the week and we cater for ages from 4 upwards and all standards, from absolute beginner to advanced players. The groups mirror the Lawn Tennis Association Mini Tennis programme.
The age bands are for guidance only and the coaches will ensure that your child is placed in a group suitable for his/her ability. The groups are fun and ensure that each week there are certain technical skills practised with match play at the end of the lesson.
These groups are for children 4 to 6 years who are new to tennis or would like to carry on playing one or two hours a week in a fun and enjoyable environment. The children use lighter balls on a smaller court to help them develop their skills.
Mini Red Beginner Groups (4 to 6 years)
| DAY | TIME | GROUP | AGE |
| Wednesday | 4.15-5pm | Mini Red Ball | 4-6yrs |
| Thursday | 4.15-5pm | Mini Red Ball | 4-6yrs |
| Friday | 4.15-5pm | Mini Red Ball | 4-6yrs |
| Saturday | 9-9.45am | Mini Red Ball | 4-6yrs |
Mini Red Intermediate Groups (4 to 6 years)
| DAY | TIME | GROUP | AGE |
| Tuesday | 4-5pm | Mini Red Ball | 6-8yrs |
| Thursday | 4.15-5pm | Mini Red Ball | 6-8yrs |
| Friday | 4.15-5pm | Mini Red Ball | 6-8yrs |
| Saturday | 9-9.45am | Mini Red Ball | 6-8yrs |
Mini Orange Groups (8 to 9 years)
| DAY | TIME | GROUP | AGE |
| Tuesday | 5-6pm | Orange Ball | 8-9yrs |
| Wednesday | 5-6pm | Orange Ball | 4-6yrs |
| Thursday | 5-6pm | Orange Ball | 4-6yrs |
| Saturday | 9.45-10.30am | Orange Ball | 4-6yrs |
Mini Green Groups (9 to 10 years)
| DAY | TIME | GROUP | AGE |
| Wednesday | 5-6pm | Green Ball | 8-9yrs |
| Thursday | 5-6pm | Green Ball | 4-6yrs |
Full Ball Groups (11+ years)
| DAY | TIME | GROUP | AGE |
| Monday | 5-6pm | Full Ball (beginner) | 11+ |
| Tuesday | 6-7pm | Full Ball | 11+ |
| Wednesday | 6-7pm | Full Ball | 11+ |
| Thursday | 6-7pm | Full Ball /Full Ball Girls | 11+ |
Invitational Sessions
We run a performance programme running all the way through from red ball to junior tennis. These groups are for players who are showing good potential and committing to their tennis, playing 2 or 3 times a week and taking part in tournaments and competitions, these sessions are INVITE ONLY.
Invitational Mini Groups (Red, Orange, Green)
| DAY | TIME | GROUP | AGE |
| Friday | 5-6pm | Red Ball Performance | 6-8yrs |
| Friday | 5-6pm | Orange Ball Performance | 8-9yrs |
| Friday | 6-7pm | Green Ball Performance | 9-10yrs |
Invitational Full Ball Groups 11+
| DAY | TIME | GROUP | AGE |
| Friday | 6-7pm | Red Ball Performance | 10-11yrs |
| Saturday | 2.30-4pm | Green Ball Performance | 9-10yrs |
| Saturday | 4-5.30pm | Full Ball Performance | 11+ |
Tots sessions (3 to 4 years old)
Our Tots Programme is designed to get 3-5 year olds active and learning new skills in an exciting and social environment.
They’re full of activities, exercises and fun tennis games that use special equipment to build up physical ‘ABCs’, as well as basic technique.
Please contact Chris Ashton for more info.
Individual Coaching
Individual lessons are arranged directly with a coach at a time that suits your child. Please contact:
Christian Allen: 07880 728570
Chris Ashton: 07702 343182
Parental Membership
If you’re not a keen tennis player but would still like to play tennis with your children then parental membership is probably for you. See the membership section for more details.