Junior Group & Academy Coaching
All the information you need about our Junior Coaching Programme should be on this page.
If you do have any questions, please e-mail pete@amherstcoaching.co.uk.
Please note that by booking on to and attending any of our coaching sessions, you are agreeing to our
Terms And Conditions of service and our Privacy Policy.
Summer Term 2024
Summer Term 1 (6 Weeks) Wednesday 17th April to Sunday 26th May
Half Term - 27th May to 2nd June
Summer Term 2 (7 Weeks) Wednesday 5th June to Sunday 21st July
Summer Term 1 booking is now live.
Entry Level Pay & Play Sessions
Entry Level Pay & Play Sessions are for players looking to get a taste of the club programme or who play occasionally and don't yet want to commit to a Development Squad. Just turn up and play - no booking required.
Just Turn Up & Play - No Booking Needed - Cash Or Card Payment On The Day
PLEASE NOTE -
- The Thursday 4:30 Red / Orange Ball session from last term moves to Wednesdays this term starting 24th January - for this session only, text Helen on 07981 170322 to book in anytime you decide to come along as the session won't be availably without booking (you can still pay on the day).
- Remember the 10:45am start time for Saturday Green / Yellow Ball to allow time for payments.
Wednesdays 4:30-5:30pm - Red / Orange Ball with Helen - Age Guide - 5-9 years - £5 Members / £6 Non-members - Text Helen on 07981 170322 to let her know you're coming or the session won't be on!
Saturdays 9:00-9:30am - Tiny Tots with Helen - Age Guide - 3-5 years - With Parent Participation! - £3
Saturdays 9:30-10:30am - Red Ball / Orange Ball with Helen - Age Guide - 5-9 years - £5 Members / £6 Non-members
Saturdays 10:45-11:45am - Green / Yellow Ball with Helen - Age Guide - 9-16 years - £5 Members / £6 Non-members (Please note new start time).
If you couldn't pay for your child's Pay & Play session on the day for any reason, you can use the payment link below -
JUNIOR CLUB
Organised Play, Practice, Games, Refreshments
7-16 years
£3 Members / £6 Non-members
All standards welcome -
2-4pm Sunday afternoons.
Starts April 21st!
Development Squads
Development Squads are for junior players who have in most cases had a go at entry level tennis and are showing a certain level of technical ability and especially the desire to focus more on improving their skills and starting to compete.
These squads are carefully arranged by the Coaching Team - if we think your child would be a good fit in a group, we will let you know and then you can use the appropriate Booking Link below for the suggested group and day if you decide to give it a go.
If your child would like to continue in a group, please make sure that we have your up to date e-mail address so that we can keep you informed of any news and upcoming events.
All bookings are online with full payment in advance for each 5-7 week block.
Maximum 8 Players Per Group, Kids Love Tennis & Want To Improve.
Make sure that you have checked with the coaching team before booking!
e-mail: pete@amherstcoaching.co.uk
Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm - Green Ball with Helen - £33 Members / £39 Non-Members for 6 weeks
Thursdays 4:00-5:00pm - Orange/Green Ball with Helen - £33 Members / £39 Non-Members for 6 weeks
To join the club for a reduced coaching and Junior Club fee and to be able to practise independently, click here -
https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/AmherstTennisClub/Membership/Join
Academy
Academy Training includes ideally at least one group session, regular matchplay practice at Sunday Junior Club and an individual lesson. Extra matchplay and competition is part of the Academy training - some competitions may require extra payment.
Academy players are expected to be Amherst members, which means they get extra time to practise independently, plus they can earn Senior Status and play for the Club Junior and Senior Teams.
To join the club, click here - https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/AmherstTennisClub/Membership/Join
The Academy Squad is carefully arranged by the Coaching Team - if we think your child would be a good fit in a group, we will let you know and e-mail you a Booking Link for the group if you decide to give it a go.
If your child would like to continue in a group, please make sure that we have your up to date e-mail address so that we can keep you informed of any news and upcoming events.
All bookings are online with full payment in advance for each 5-7 week block or Direct Debit monthly payment for the whole 11-13 week term (Direct Debit now option closed for the Spring Term).
Academy Entry Is Based On Attitude & Commitment To Compete -
We Aim To Help Academy Players To -
- Develop An All-Court Game
- Compete Well In Local Tournaments
- Compete Well For The Club Junior And Senior Teams
- Develop Character And Life Skills.
Make sure that you have checked with the coaching team before booking!
e-mail: pete@amherstcoaching.co.uk
Thursdays 5:00-6:30pm 14U Green/Yellow Ball Academy with Pete and Helen
- Option 1 - ACADEMY PLUS - 1 Group + 1 Individual Lesson - £30 per week
Book Here For Summer Term 1 ( 6 weeks - April 18th to May 23rd).
Academy Plus players get free Junior Club sessions.
- Option 2 - ACADEMY GROUP - Group Only - £8 per week
for Academy players who can only book on to one group session per week for now, but who are still a good fit in the group. Regular Junior Club attendance, top-up lessons and Amherst LTC Junior Membership are encouraged for this option to allow for independent practice, matchplay and a reduced Junior Club fee -
Book Here For Summer Term 1 (6 weeks - April 18th to May 23rd).
Please Note - Parents of Academy Plus players who pay Direct Debit / Instalments for the whole 13 week Summer Term will get an invitation email this week - if the email link doesn't work or you need to start the process again, then CLICK HERE.
Amherst LTC Junior Team Fixtures and Information - Summer 24 - CLICK HERE.
Academy Players are expected to set an example and be role models for other junior players at the club by -
- Joining Amherst LTC and keeping their Amherst LTC membership up to date.
- Training, Learning and Competing with a positive attitude.
- Helping coaches, club members and other players where possible.
- Prioritising playing for club teams if asked.
- Organising matchplay and practice outside of Academy session time.
- Being a student of the game – learning independently.
- Competing whenever possible in appropriate internal and external competitions, tournaments and events.
- If awarded Senior Status at the club, to be especially careful of their behaviour and respectful to all senior club members, both on and off-court.