This is a comprehensive framework made up of 5 stages to allow players to practise at the appropriate level. 

We run courses for children aged 2-18, packed full of fun games and dynamic training. We want children to bring all their energy to tennis; no ‘quiet please’ needed here. Our specialist coaches will make sure every child has the best start to their tennis journey in a safe and inclusive environment. Sessions cater to all abilities, so no one gets left behind. 

NOTE: These stages are just a guide. We’ll always put children in the relevant group based on their ability. 

🟣 LTA Tots Tennis (Ages 2-4) - Click HERE to book

A fun and engaging introduction to tennis for children aged 2-4 years. These sessions focus on the basic ABC's of tennis - agility, balance & co-ordination - through fun games using a smaller court/racket and softer balls. Parents stay and join in to support their child, with all equipment provided. 

🔵 LTA Youth Blue (Ages 4-6) - Click HERE to book

Learn the basics. This is an introduction to tennis. Here, we’ll help children improve their balance, agility and co-ordination while teaching them about the sport we love. At this stage it’s not about winning or losing, it’s just getting to grips with the basics.

🔴 LTA Youth Red (Ages 6-8) - Click HERE to book

Serve, rally and score. This will look a bit more like the tennis you know. You’ll see overarm serves, rallies and volleys. Coaches will help children to further develop their co-ordination, balance and speed. We’ll introduce relaxed competition here too.

🟠 LTA Youth Orange (Ages 8-9) - Click HERE to book

Develop a rounded game. Time to throw in some tactics, problem-solving, and guides to sportsmanship and leadership. At this stage children will know all of the rules and will be serving and returning in matches.

🟢 LTA Youth Green (Ages 9-10) - Click HERE to book

Test your skills. This is the big one. It’s time for children to play on full size courts. Now it’s all about growing their game by fine tuning and refining the techniques they’ve learned so far.

🟡 LTA Youth Yellow (Ages 11-17) - Click HERE to book

Take your skills further. Time to find your game. Playing on a full size court with the same size balls the pros use, children will continue to explore different styles on the court, and start to choose their own. 

For more information on the LTA Youth programme please visit the LTA Youth website, or to find which of our programmes please contact Will Smart on coaching@llanellitsc.org