Our coaching programme is led by our coach Andy Gray.
Andy is a LTA level 3 qualified tennis coach who has been coaching for 8 years. He started by volunteering at his local tennis club in Backwell at the age of 16, and has progressed by gaining his coaching, first aid and safeguarding qualifications. Andy has recently graduated from Exeter University where he studied Sport and Exercise Science. By working at Saltford tennis club he is looking to improve his coaching experience, whilst offering his knowledge of tennis and sport science to its members.
Our coaching programme covers Monday amd Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings and we think there will be something for everyone- all ages and all abilities.
We have also a fitness session which is open to everyone and you don't need to be really fit or an experienced player to enjoy the session.
The term timetable is summarised below:
Mondays:
5-6pm Junior group 1 (11-16yrs)
6-7pm Junior group 2 (11-16yrs)
7-8pm Adult Intermediates
8-9pm Adult Advanced
Wednesdays:
10-10:45am Walking Tennis group 1
4:45-5:30pm Mini Orange improvers (6-8yrs)
5:30-6:15pm Mini Orange Intermediates (8-10yrs)
6:15-7pm Mini Green Intermediates (9-12yrs)
7-8pm Adult Improvers
8-9pm Adult Rusty Racquets
Thursdays:
10-10:45am Walking Tennis group 2
10:45-11:30am People with Parkinson’s group
Saturdays:
9-10am Cardio tennis (Fitness for tennis session from 16 years old - you don't need to be really fit or good at tennis to do the session which is fun and you can take at your own pace.)
10-11am Mini Tennis All abilities (7-10yrs)
11-12pm Junior Improvers (10-16yrs)
12-12:45pm Mini Reds (4-6yrs)
1-1:45pm Junior Inclusive Tennis (4-16yrs)
If you have any questions email or phone Andy, our coach. Email agraytenniscoaching@gmail.com or phone on 07980 181255.
Dont forget Club membership provides a great discount on group coaching prices. Children can join individually as minis under 10 year (£20) and juniors 11-16 years (£30) as well as great offers on family membership with children free. PLEASE NOTE THAT WHEN YOU CREATE A CHILD MEMBER, you will first need to create an ADULT LTA member and then once all adult details are entered, you then enter the CHILD details.
Individual coaching
Andy Gray is available to provide private coaching at Saltford. Please contact him directly to agree timing and price. Andy's mobile number is 07980 181255 and email address is agraytenniscoaching@gmail.com
Walking Tennis
We have introduced Walking Tennis with coach led 45 minute sessions which are followed by a cuppa in our clubhouse.
We will provide racquets and balls.
Wednesday morning 10am is open to all no matter your age, fitness or previous tennis experience.
Thursday morning 10am is open to all no matter your age, fitness or previous tennis experience.
Thursday 10:45am is a group specifically for People with Parkinsons.
How to book
To book a place, please scroll down.
The courses must be booked and fully paid for on line to confirm your your space. The coaching sessions are provided no matter the weather so no refunds are provided due to weather or your non attendance to a session.
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