Junior squads and classes

RLTC runs a variety of junior tennis classes and invitation-only squads based on ability and age.  
If your child wishes to join a class or squad please email head coach Michael Jones.

Please note all juniors taking classes or playing in a Club Squad also need to be members of RLTC.

Junior classes sign up is open now - places fill quickly so book online.

Junior tennis classes (weekdays)

Mini Tennis (ages 5 to 7)
Combines fun lessons and activities. Children are introduced to tennis in a progressive format geared to their athletic development as they grow and learn.
Mondays: 3.45 to 4.30pm
Wednesdays: 4 to 5pm 

Bronze class (ages 8 to 10 - based on ability)
Tuesdays: 4pm to 5.30 pm
Thursdays: 4pm to 5.30 pm
Played in three quarter and full court. Players should be rallying more comfortably and starting to develop their topspin. Thinking about where to place the ball during point play.

Silver class (age 11 and over)
Thursdays: 5:30 pm to 7pm
Players should be rallying off the baseline using topspin on both sides, have a good understanding of match play and when to be defensive and aggressive.
 

Junior squads - all by invitation only
Coach contact - email Michael or call 07976 228075

Bronze Squad (Under 11s)
Mondays: 5.30pm to 7pm

Silver Squad (11 years and over)
Mondays: 5.30 to 7pm
Should have developed consistency, placement, increased ball speed and a high level of control using all types of spin. Great match play ability.

Gold Squad 
Tuesdays: 5:30 pm to 7pm
Should have developed consistency, placement, increased ball speed and a high level of control using all types of spin. Great match play ability.
 

Saturday Junior Tennis
Lessons will cater to maturity. Children will be introduced to tennis in a progressive format geared to their athletic development, developing all the skills needed to become a great tennis player.

Each class is limited to 12 children.  

Richmond mini tennis (ages 4 - 7)
Saturday: 9am to 10am

Richmond “T1” (ages 8 - 9)
Saturday: 10am to 11am

Richmond “T2” (ages 10 - 11)
Saturday: 11am to 12pm

Richmond “T3” (ages 12 - 13)
Saturday: 12 to 1pm

Richmond “T4” (ages 14 and over)
Saturday: 12 to 1pm 
 

All juniors taking classes at Richmond Lawn Tennis Club also need to be members of RLTC.
Annual Junior Membership: 
Aged 6 to 18 years - £55
Annual Child Membership: Aged under 6 years - £30
email Amanda about junior membership 

- Each class must have a minimum of 3 people to run.  If there isn’t the required number you will be offered the option of a private lesson.
- Consent forms MUST be completed annually - ask the coach for a form.
- Please contact the coach if you’re unsure whether a class will be taking place. Bad weather conditions do happen and a refund or an extra class will be offered if this happens more than once per term.

For more information please do not hesitate to contact Michael Jones (Head Tennis Coach) on 07976 228 075 or email mjtennis@hotmail.co.uk