About this course

Notes from the coach

This summer red ball group is suitable for juniors aged 8 & Under looking to make their first steps into tennis. Small courts, shorter/lighter rackets and soft balls to allow the children to have more fun and success. Our team will teach all fundamentals of tennis in a fun, play based environment. Our red ball programme focuses on improving motor skills and coordination as well as introducing technique. Through games and activities players will learn movement, throwing, catching, tracking and ball striking. Technical skills with the racket will be taught prioritising swing shapes for forehands, backhands, serve and volleys. A great introduction into tennis at a welcoming tennis club! The sessions will be run by our Head Coach AND experienced coaching team to ensure each child gets enough help and encouragement in every session. PLEASE NOTE: THE MEMBER AND NON-MEMBER PRICE NOW REFLECTS STARTING THE COURSE AFTER MAY HALF TERM FROM SATURDAY 12 JUNE FOR 7-WEEKS/7-SESSIONS.

This summer red ball group is suitable for juniors aged 8 & Under looking to make their first steps into tennis. Small courts, shorter/lighter rackets and soft balls to allow the children to have more fun and success. Our team will teach all fundamentals of tennis in a fun, play based environment. Our red ball programme focuses on improving motor skills and coordination as well as introducing technique. Through games and activities players will learn movement, throwing, catching, tracking and ball striking. Technical skills with the racket will be taught prioritising swing shapes for forehands, backhands, serve and volleys. A great introduction into tennis at a welcoming tennis club! The sessions will be run by our Head Coach AND experienced coaching team to ensure each child gets enough help and encouragement in every session.