Youth Tennis

Our junior coaching programme follows the official LTA Youth stages aimed at helping children develop their tennis skills step by step. Each stage uses the right size court, equipment, and ball type to suit the child’s age and ability, making learning easier and more enjoyable. Coach / player ratios are aligned with LTA recommendations.

🔵 Blue Stage (Age 4–6) *Tots classes available from 3 yrs (please enquire)

Our youngest players learn through fun, high-energy games that build agility, balance, and coordination. Using small courts and soft balls, we introduce simple racket and ball skills in a playful, confidence-boosting environment.

🔴 Red Ball Stage (Age 6–8)

Played on smaller courts with larger, softer red balls, this stage introduces children to the basics of tennis through fun games and activities. They’ll develop coordination, movement, and simple rally skills while building confidence and enjoying the sport.

🟠 Orange Ball Stage (Age 8-9)

With a slightly bigger court and medium-bounce orange balls, players learn to serve, rally, and score, while starting to understand tactics. This stage builds on their skills and introduces more match play in a supportive environment.

🟢 Green Ball Stage (Age 9–10)

Using a full-size court and lower-bounce green balls, children refine their strokes, movement, and tactical awareness. They’ll gain the confidence to rally and compete while learning sportsmanship and match etiquette.

🟡 Yellow Ball Stage (Age 10+)

At this stage, players use the same yellow balls as in the adult game. Coaching focuses on advanced techniques, consistency, and match strategies, preparing players for competitive play and ongoing development in tennis.

With the right challenges at each stage, children stay motivated, progress at their own pace, and enjoy a clear pathway from beginner to confident player.

Coaching Timetable - All Youth Group sessions

Coaching Timetable (summer and winter) - runs term time and all year round with seasonal adjustments, please see full details below.

Weekends

Saturday (September to July)

• 9 - 10am LTA Youth Red Ages 6 - 8 
• 10 - 11am LTA Youth Orange Ages 8 - 9
• 11am - 12pm LTA Youth Green Ages 9 - 10
• 12 - 1pm LTA Youth Yellow Ages 10 - 16

*Seasonal Schedule Changes, please see below.

Sunday (Winter Schedule only)

• 9 - 10am LTA Youth Red Ages 6 - 8
• 10 - 11am LTA Youth Red Ages 6 - 8
• 11am - 12pm LTA Youth Orange Ages 8 - 9
• 12 - 1pm LTA Youth Green Ages 9 - 10
• 1 - 2pm LTA Youth Yellow Ages 10 - 16
• 2 - 3pm LTA Youth Yellow Ages 10 - 16

Weekdays

Tuesday (September to July, *subject to Seasonal Schedule changes during the winter, October to March) 

• 4 - 5pm LTA Youth Red Ages 6 - 8
• 5 - 6pm LTA Youth Orange Ages 8 - 9
• 6 - 7pm LTA Youth Yellow Ages 10 - 16

Wednesday (September to July, *subject to Seasonal Schedule changes during the winter, October to March) 

• 4 - 5pm LTA Youth Red Ages 6 - 8
• 5 - 6pm LTA Youth Green Ages 9 - 10
• 6 - 7pm LTA Youth Yellow Ages 10 - 16

*Subject to Seasonal Schedule: Tuesday/Wednesday afternoon sessions run on Sundays from October to March (Winter Schedule), then return to Tuesday / Wednesday from March onwards. 

All dates will be communicated to you nearer the time of the Seasonal Schedule changes.

Holiday Camps

 Run during half terms and school holudays, please see the next Camps dates and book here. 

Private 1-2-1 tennis lesson/s 

Book lessons of 30/45/60 minute duration for children aged from 3 years old at times scheduled flexibly to suit, e.g. mornings, lunch, afterschool or weekends.

Please email me on baselineedgeltd@gmail.com with your preferred day and time to schedule your private lesson.