Junior Tennis Coaching
Play Tennis is proud of the quality of the tennis programme run for junior players. Our tennis program is designed and led by Rhys McDougall, Director and Head Professional Tennis Coach at PlayTennis and is endorsed by Tennis Hotshots, Tennis Australia. Rhys has successfully coached players from junior level to Davis Cup standard over the last 30 years. In 2017, Rhys was voted Tennis Coach of The Year, WA.
All coaches at PlayTennis care about your child’s tennis development. They are all highly skilled, friendly, welcoming and deliver fun and informative lessons.
Our junior tennis coaching programme is aware of family time constraints and specifically runs lessons so that families with children of different ages and abilities can attend their lesson at the same time.
3 – 5 years Blue Ball
- QUALITY coaching programme, led by WA Tennis Club Coach of the Year, 2017.
- FREE TRIAL LESSON.
- FREE JUNIOR RACQUET & TENNIS HOTSHOTS T-SHIRT.
- FREE make-up lesson if usual lesson missed.
- Lessons for families with multi-aged children AT THE SAME TIME.
- Join ANYTIME within the term.
5-7 Years Red Ball & Red Ball Plus
- QUALITY coaching programme, led by WA Tennis Club Coach of the Year, 2017.
- FREE TRIAL LESSON.
- FREE JUNIOR RACQUET & TENNIS HOTSHOTS T-SHIRT.
- FREE make-up lesson if usual lesson missed.
- Lessons for families with multi-aged children AT THE SAME TIME.
- Join ANYTIME within the term.
7-9 Years Orange Ball & Orange Ball Plus
- QUALITY coaching programme, led by WA Tennis Club Coach of the Year, 2017.
- FREE TRIAL LESSON.
- FREE JUNIOR RACQUET & TENNIS HOTSHOTS T-SHIRT.
- FREE make-up lesson if usual lesson missed.
- Lessons for families with multi-aged children AT THE SAME TIME.
- Join ANYTIME within the term.
9-12 Years Green Ball & Green Ball Development squad
- QUALITY coaching programme, led by WA Tennis Club Coach of the Year, 2017.
- FREE TRIAL LESSON.
- FREE JUNIOR RACQUET & TENNIS HOTSHOTS T-SHIRT.
- FREE make-up lesson if usual lesson missed.
- Lessons for families with multi-aged children AT THE SAME TIME.
- Join ANYTIME within the term.
6–12 Years Lesson & Play
- QUALITY coaching programme, led by WA Tennis Club Coach of the Year, 2017.
- FREE TRIAL LESSON.
- FREE JUNIOR RACQUET & TENNIS HOTSHOTS T-SHIRT.
- FREE make-up lesson if usual lesson missed.
- Lessons for families with multi-aged children AT THE SAME TIME.
- Join ANYTIME within the term.
- 90 min session, 45 min lesson & 45 min play
Teenage 12+ Yellow Ball
- QUALITY coaching programme led by WA Tennis Club Coach of the Year 2017.
- FREE TRIAL LESSON.
- FREE JUNIOR RACQUET or $20 discount from pro-shop.
- FREE ‘make-up’ lesson if usual lesson missed.
- LESSONS for other aged children available AT THE SAME TIME.
- PATHWAYS cater to all tennis requirements.
- Join ANYTIME within the term.
- We’re friendly, we’re welcoming, we make tennis FUN!
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Why join a Junior Group Lesson with PlayTennis?
We’re friendly, we’re welcoming, we think tennis is FUN!
QUALITY COACHING
- Head Coach Rhys McDougall was awarded WA Tennis Club Coach of the Year 2017
- All PlayTennis coaches are mentored by Head Coach Rhys McDougall.
- Maximum number of 6 students per coach in a group lesson.
- We pride ourselves that our coaches are committed to your child receiving a fun,informative, skills based learning experience.
- PlayTennis can meet your tennis requirements whether that be to get fit, get outside, meet friends, get away from the computer, win the school trophy, become the best tennis player in the world, or to just HAVE FUN.
LESSON OPTIONS
We deliver a variety of other lesson options, all delivered by PlayTennis coaches,which provides continuity of learning:
- Private lessons
- Internal & external matchplay
- Tennis at school
- Social play.
PROGRESSION
- Clear pathways to quickly progress to a tennis ‘playing’ standard and beyond.
- Option to progress from an absolute beginner to professional level, should you
desire. - The group placement of students aims to meet the needs of both player and parents.
TIME SAVING
- Children aged 3-13 can be coached in a different level of tennis lesson AT THE SAME TIME, providing time efficiency for families.
MONEY SAVING
- Missed lessons can be made up, at NO ADDED COST.
- We encourage you to replace your missed lesson, within the term, no questions asked. We want to support you.
WHAT TO EXPECT IN YOUR LESSON
Blue Ball Lessons will teach the following skills:
- Blue Ball Hotshots is aimed at 3-5 year olds.
Movement and Spatial Awareness:
Learn to move in different ways, such as:
- Running, jumping, striding, leaping, small stepping,hopping, skipping, side stepping, side skipping, low and high movement.
- Learn how to combine and switch different movements.
- Learn how to move in different areas of the court.
- Learn awareness of the lines on the court and the space of the court.
- Movement drills will be fun and game based.
- Games will include the racquet and ball and without the racquet and ball.
Tracking:
- Learn how to track the speed and depth of moving balls.
- Have fun playing game based exercises.
Throwing and Catching:
- Learn proper throwing and catching techniques. Both are important skills
for tennis, but also many other sports. - Your child will be taught the correct technique to throw and catch.
- Learn how throwing and catching supports hand eye coordination, balance, focus, spatial awareness, depth perception.
Forehand & Backhand:
- Basic swing patterns will be taught and children will have the chance to hit many
balls during their lesson.
Skills Progression
- Skills will be taught in a fun, game based and inclusive environment.
- Children will be confident to complete all skills proficiently.
- Children will be competent enough to progress to RED BALL HOTSHOTS.
Simple Serving:
- Introduction to the serve and understanding that it starts off a tennis point.
Who can join?
- 3-5 year olds.
How long does Junior 3-5 BLUE BALL last?
- 30 minutes.
How much does a session cost?
- $160 for 10 weeks.
What equipment do I need to play?
- Receive a FREE junior tennis racquet when you first sign up for the term.
- Trial racquets available.
- We can advise you on correct racquet size and weight.
- Comfortable Clothes.
- Trainers/Tennis shoes.
- Water bottle/Sports drink.
- Towel.
- Sunscreen available.
HOTSHOTS
- PlayTennis is a registered deliverer of the Hots Shots, in conjunction with
Tennis Australia https://hotshots.tennis.com.au.
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Why join a Junior Group Lesson with PlayTennis?
We’re friendly, we’re welcoming, we think tennis is FUN!
QUALITY COACHING
- Head Coach Rhys McDougall was awarded WA Tennis Club Coach of the Year 2017.
- All PlayTennis coaches are mentored by Head Coach Rhys McDougall.
- Maximum number of 6 students per coach in a group lesson.
- We pride ourselves that our coaches are committed to your child receiving a fun, informative, skills based learning experience.
- PlayTennis can meet your tennis requirements whether that be to get fit, get outside, meet friends, get away from the computer, win the school trophy, become the best tennis player in the world, or to just HAVE FUN.
LESSON OPTIONS
We deliver a variety of other lesson options, all delivered by PlayTennis coaches,which provides continuity of learning:
- Private lessons
- Internal & external matchplay
- Tennis at school
- Social play.
PROGRESSION
- Red ball pathways to quickly progress to a tennis ‘playing’ standard and beyond.
- Progress from Red Ball to Red Ball Plus then into Orange ball.
- The group placement of students aims to meet the needs of both player and parents.
TIME SAVING
- Children aged 3-13 can be coached in a different level of tennis lesson AT THE SAME TIME, providing time efficiency for families.
MONEY SAVING
- Missed lessons can be made up, at NO ADDED COST.
- We encourage you to replace your missed lesson, within the term, no questions asked. We want to support you.
WHAT TO EXPECT IN YOUR LESSON
- Red Ball & Red Ball Plus Hotshots is aimed at 5-7 year olds.
- Some children will be capable of starting younger, but this is a general guide.
- Your coach will remain the same throughout the term, click here to meet our
coaches.
Movement, Balance and Spatial Awareness:
- Learn combinations of movements including running, side skipping, hopping,
skipping, backwards walking and jumping. - Children learn to move through different areas of the court and become aware of the lines on the court and the space of the court.
- Movement drills will all be in a fun game based environment and may be used with and without the racquet and ball.
- Balancing exercises with the racquet and ball will be used regularly.
Tracking:
- Children will learn how to track the speed and depth of moving balls in fun game
based exercises.
Throwing and Catching:
- Both important skills for tennis and many other sports.
- Children will learn how to throw and catch which in turn also helps hand eye coordination, balance and focus.
- Children learn that controlling direction when throwing is important.
Simple Serving:
- Introduction to the serve and understanding that it starts off a tennis point.
Basic Forehand and Backhand:
- Basic swing patterns will be taught and children will have the chance to hit many
balls during their lesson to develop all the above skills and progress to the ORANGE BALL STAGE. - We will teach direction and how to aim to specific areas of the court.
Basic forehand and backhand volley:
- Introduction to the volley and the basic technique of volleying.
Who can join?
- 5-7 year olds.
How long does Junior 5-7 RED BALL last?
- 60 minutes.
How much does a session cost?
- 30 mins lessons $160 for 10 weeks.
- 60 mins lessons $220 for 10 weeks.
What equipment do I need to play?
- Receive a FREE junior tennis racquet when you first sign up for the term.
- Trial racquets available.
- We can advise you on correct racquet size and weight.
- Comfortable Clothes.
- Trainers/Tennis shoes.
- Water bottle/Sports drink.
- Towel.
- Sunscreen available.
HOTSHOTS
- PlayTennis is a registered deliverer of the Hots Shots, in conjunction with
Tennis Australia https://hotshots.tennis.com.au.
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Why join a Junior Group Lesson with PlayTennis?
We’re friendly, we’re welcoming, we think tennis is FUN!
QUALITY COACHING
- Head Coach Rhys McDougall was awarded WA Tennis Club Coach of the Year 2017.
- All PlayTennis coaches are mentored by Head Coach Rhys McDougall.
- Maximum number of 6 students per coach in a group lesson.
- We pride ourselves that our coaches are committed to your child receiving a fun, informative, skills based learning experience.
- PlayTennis can meet your tennis requirements whether that be to get fit, get outside, meet friends, get away from the computer, win the school trophy, become the best tennis player in the world, or to just HAVE FUN.
LESSON OPTIONS
We deliver a variety of other lesson options, all delivered by PlayTennis coaches,which provides continuity of learning:
Private lessons
Internal & external matchplay
Tennis at school
Social play.
PROGRESSION
- Clear pathways to quickly progress to a tennis ‘playing’ standard and beyond.
- Progress from Orange Ball to Orange Ball Plus then into Green Ball stage.
- The group placement of students aims to meet the needs of both player and parents.
TIME SAVING
- Children aged 3-13 can be coached in a different level of tennis lesson AT THE SAME TIME, providing time efficiency for families.
MONEY SAVING
- Missed lessons can be made up, at NO ADDED COST.
- We encourage you to replace your missed lesson, within the term, no questions asked. We want to support you.
WHAT TO EXPECT IN YOUR LESSON
- Orange Ball 7-9 Hotshots is aimed at 7-9 year olds.
- Some children will be capable of starting younger, but this is a general guide.
- Your coach will remain the same throughout the term, click here to meet our coaches.
Movement, Balance and Spatial Awareness:
- Move in different ways, such as: running, jumping, striding, leaping, small stepping, hopping, skipping, side stepping, side skipping, low and high movement.
- How to combine and switch different movements.
- Move in different areas of the court.
- Awareness of the lines on the court and the space of the court.
- Movement drills will be fun and game based.
- Games will include the racquet and ball and without the racquet and ball.
Tracking:
- How to track the speed and depth of moving balls.
- Have fun playing game based exercises.
Throwing and Catching:
- Proper throwing and catching techniques are important skills for tennis, but also
many other sports. - Your child will be taught the correct technique to throw and catch.
- Throwing and catching supports hand eye coordination, balance, focus, spatial
awareness, depth perception.
Forehand & Backhand:
- Basic swing patterns will be taught and children will have the chance to hit many
balls during their lesson.
Serving:
- Introduction to basic swing pattern of the serve.
- Teaching that the serve starts the point in tennis.
Skills Progression:
- Skills will be taught in a fun, game based and inclusive environment.
- Children will be confident to complete all skills proficiently.
- Children will be competent enough to progress to GREEN Ball HOTSHOTS.
Forehand & Backhand Volleys:
- Introduction to forehand & backhand volleys through game play.
WHO CAN JOIN?
- 7-9 year olds.
HOW LONG DOES JUNIOR ORANGE BALL 7-9 LAST?
- 60 minutes.
HOW MUCH DOES A SESSION COST?
- $220 for 10 weeks.
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO I NEED TO PLAY?
- Receive a FREE junior tennis racquet when you first sign up for the term.
- Trial racquets available.
- We can advise you on correct racquet size and weight.
- Comfortable Clothes.
- Trainers/Tennis shoes.
- Water bottle/Sports drink.
- Towel.
- Sunscreen available.
HOTSHOTS
- PlayTennis is a registered deliverer of the Hots Shots, in conjunction with
Tennis Australia https://hotshots.tennis.com.au.
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Why join a Junior Group Lesson with PlayTennis?
We’re friendly, we’re welcoming, we think tennis is FUN!
QUALITY COACHING
- Head Coach Rhys McDougall was awarded WA Tennis Club Coach of the Year 2017.
- All PlayTennis coaches are mentored by Head Coach Rhys McDougall.
- Maximum number of 6 students per coach in a group lesson.
- We pride ourselves that our coaches are committed to your child receiving a fun, informative, skills based learning experience.
- PlayTennis can meet your tennis requirements whether that be to get fit, get outside, meet friends, get away from the computer, win the school trophy, become the best tennis player in the world, or to just HAVE FUN.
LESSON OPTIONS
We deliver a variety of other lesson options, all delivered by PlayTennis coaches,which provides continuity of learning:
- Private lessons
- Internal & external matchplay
- Tennis at school
- Social play.
PROGRESSION
- Clear pathways to quickly progress to a tennis ‘playing’ standard and beyond.
- Progress from Green Ball to Development Squad Green Ball through to Yellow ball squads.
- The group placement of students aims to meet the needs of both player and parents.
TIME SAVING
- Children aged 3-13 can be coached in a different level of tennis lesson AT THE SAME TIME, providing time efficiency for families.
MONEY SAVING
- Missed lessons can be made up, at NO ADDED COST.
- We encourage you to replace your missed lesson, within the term, no questions asked. We want to support you.
WHAT TO EXPECT IN YOUR LESSON - GREEN BALL SKILLS
- Green Ball Hotshots is aimed at 9-12 year olds.
- Some children will be capable of starting younger, but this is a general guide.
- Your coach will remain the same throughout the term, click here to meet our coaches.
Green Ball Lessons will teach the following skills:
Movement, Balance and Spatial Awareness:
- Combination of movements including running, side skipping, cross over steps,
hopping, skipping, backwards running and jumping. - Children will be moving through
different areas of the court and becoming aware of the lines on the court and the
space of the court relative to a green ball court. - Movement drills will all be in a fun game based environment and may be used with
and without the racquet and ball. Balancing & skills based exercises with the racquet and ball will be used regularly.
Tracking:
- Children will learn how to track the speed and depth of moving balls in fun game
based exercises.
Throwing and Catching:
- Both important skills for tennis and many other sports. Children will learn how to throw and catch which in turn also helps hand eye coordination, balance and focus.
Controlling direction and depth with the throw is becoming significantly more
important.
Introducing and Improving Topspin Forehand and Backhand:
- Basic topspin swing patterns will be taught and children will have the chance to hit many balls during their lesson to develop all the technical skills to progress to the REGULAR YELLOW BALL STAGE.
- We will be teaching direction and depth of shots specific to the areas of a green ball court (green ball court is the same size as a normal sized tennis court).
Basic Forehand and Backhand Volley:
- Improving both the forehand and backhand volleys and the general technique.
Overhead Smash:
- Introduction to the overhead smash.
1st and 2nd Serve:
- Improving the serve and understanding that it starts off a tennis point.
- Able to direct the serve crosscourt into a service box.
- Know the difference between a first serve and second serve.
- Learn the correct grip and technique for the serve.
Scoring:
- Students will learn how to score, 15, 30, 40, game etc.
Tennis Etiquette:
- General tennis etiquette will be taught.
Who can join?
- 9-12 year olds.
How long does Junior 9-12 GREEN BALL last?
- 60 minutes.
How much does a session cost?
- $220 for 10 weeks.
What equipment do I need to play?
- Receive a FREE junior tennis racquet when you first sign up for the term.
- Trial racquets available.
- We can advise you on correct racquet size and weight.
- Comfortable Clothes.
- Trainers/Tennis shoes.
- Water bottle/Sports drink.
- Towel.
- Sunscreen available.
HOTSHOTS
- PlayTennis is a registered deliverer of the Hots Shots, in conjunction with
Tennis Australia https://hotshots.tennis.com.au.
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Why join a Junior Group Lesson with PlayTennis?
We’re friendly, we’re welcoming, we think tennis is FUN!
QUALITY COACHING
- Head Coach Rhys McDougall was awarded WA Tennis Club Coach of the Year 2017.
- All PlayTennis coaches are mentored by Head Coach Rhys McDougall.
- Maximum number of 6 students per coach in a group lesson.
- We pride ourselves that our coaches are committed to your child receiving a fun, informative, skills based learning experience.
- PlayTennis can meet your tennis requirements whether that be to get fit, get outside, meet friends, get away from the computer, win the school trophy, become the best tennis player in the world, or to just HAVE FUN.
LESSON OPTIONS
We deliver a variety of other lesson options, all delivered by PlayTennis coaches,which provides continuity of learning:
- Private lessons.
- Internal & external matchplay.
- Tennis at school.
- Social play.
PROGRESSION
- Clear pathways to quickly progress to a tennis ‘playing’ standard and beyond.
- Option to progress from an absolute beginner to professional level, should you
desire. - The group placement of students aims to meet the needs of both player and parents.
TIME SAVING
- Children aged 3-13 can be coached in a different level of tennis lesson AT THE SAME TIME, providing time efficiency for families.
MONEY SAVING
- Missed lessons can be made up, at NO ADDED COST.
- We encourage you to replace your missed lesson, within the term, no questions asked. We want to support you.
WHAT TO EXPECT IN YOUR LESSON
- Lesson & Play is aimed at children aged 6 -12 who want skills and practise learn matchplay.
- First 45 mins is lesson followed by 45 mins of play.
- Court sizes & groups will be modified to suit the level of players.
Lesson & Play sessions will teach the following skills:
- During the first 45 mins children will learn all the skills necessary to start a rally with either a serve or a bounce forehand serve.
- Forehand, Backhand, volleys, smashes & serving technique all covered in first 45 mins.
- Some fun game based activities whilst learning technique.
- During the 2 nd 45 mins of the lesson children will learn how to serve, rally, score & play.
- There will be singles and doubles points and mini matches played each session.
- Children will learn both regular scoring formats and Fast 4 formats.
- Tennis etiquette will be taught.
Who can join?
- Children aged 6-16.
How long does Lesson & Play last
- 90 minutes.
How much does a session cost?
- $270 for 10 weeks (or pro rata).
What equipment do I need to play?
- Receive a FREE junior tennis racquet when you first sign up for the term.
- Trial racquets available.
- We can advise you on correct racquet size and weight.
- Comfortable Clothes.
- Trainers/Tennis shoes.
- Water bottle/Sports drink.
- Towel.
- Sunscreen available.
HOTSHOTS
- PlayTennis is a registered deliverer of the Hots Shots, in conjunction with
Tennis Australia https://hotshots.tennis.com.au.
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Why join a Teenage 12+ Group/Squad with PlayTennis?
We’re friendly, we’re welcoming, we think tennis is FUN!
QUALITY COACHING
- Head Coach Rhys McDougall was awarded WA Tennis Club Coach of the Year 2017.
- All PlayTennis coaches are mentored by Head Coach Rhys McDougall.
- Maximum number of 6 students per coach in a group lesson.
- Quality ‘squad’ lessons offer opportunities to hit with a wider variety of people,squad sizes aim to be more than 6.
- We pride ourselves that our coaches are committed to your teenager receiving a fun, informative, skills based learning experience.
- PlayTennis can meet your tennis requirements whether that be to get fit, get outside, meet friends, get away from the computer, win the school trophy, become the best tennis player in the world, or to just HAVE FUN.
LESSON OPTIONS
We deliver a variety of other lesson options, all delivered by PlayTennis coaches,which provides continuity of learning:
- Private lessons.
- Internal & external matchplay.
- Tennis at school.
- Social play.
PROGRESSION
- Clear pathways to quickly progress to a tennis ‘playing’ standard and beyond.
- Option to progress from an absolute beginner to professional level, should you
desire. - The group placement of students aims to meet the needs of both player and parents.
MONEY SAVING
- Missed lessons can be made up, at NO ADDED COST.
- We encourage you to replace your missed lesson, within the term, no questions asked. We want to support you.
What to expect:
Introduction and Improvement of Topspin Forehand and Backhand:
- Basic topspin swing patterns will be taught and consolidated.
- Children will have the chance to hit many balls during their lesson to develop/improve upon all the
technical skills to progress to a standard whereby they can play a game of tennis. - We will be teaching the direction and depth of shots specific to certain areas of the
court.
Slice Backhand:
- Introduction to and improvement of the slice backhand.
Forehand and Backhand Volley:
- Improvement of both the forehand and backhand volleys and the general technique.
Overhead Smash:
- Introduction to and improvement of the overhead smash.
1st and 2nd Serve:
- Improvement of the serve and clear understanding that it starts off a tennis point. Able to direct the serve crosscourt into a service box. Know the difference between a first serve and second serve. Learn the correct grip and technique for the serve.
Learn how to aim the serve into certain areas of the box.
Rallying:
- A large portion of the lesson will be rallying, which includes technical and tactical improvements of students’ game.
Scoring:
- Students will learn how to score, 15, 30, 40, game etc. and be able to play a full set of tennis.
Tennis Etiquette:
- All aspects of tennis etiquette will be taught.
Skills Progression:
Players will have the chance to:
- Play tennis socially.
- Play internal matches.
- Play pennant competition matches.
- Play tournaments.
- Join the High Performance Tennis Group.
Who can join?
- 12+ year olds.
- Children aged 9+ who have progressed past the green ball level.
- Squad lessons are aimed at students who can competently serve, rally and score.
How long does Yellow Ball Teenage 12+ last?
- 60 minute group lessons.
- 90 minute squad lessons.
How much does a session cost?
- $210 for 10 weeks of 1 hour group lessons.
- $260 for 10 weeks of 1.5 hour squad lessons.
What equipment do I need to play?
- Receive a FREE junior tennis racquet when you first sign up for the term OR $20
discount in the pro-shop. - Trial racquets available.
- We can advise you on correct racquet size and weight.
- Comfortable Clothes.
- Trainers/Tennis shoes.
- Water bottle/Sports drink.
- Towel.
- Sunscreen available.
HOTSHOTS
- PlayTennis is a registered deliverer of the ANZ Hots Shots, in conjunction with
Tennis Australia https://hotshots.tennis.com.au.
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| Day | Time | Age | Ball | Lesson |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 3.30 – 4.00 4.00 – 5.00 4.00 – 5.00 4.00 – 5.00 5.00 – 6.30 6.30 – 8.30 |
3-5 yrs 5-7 yrs 7-9 yrs 9-12 yrs Teenage 12+ Invite Only |
Blue Ball Red Ball Orange Ball Green Ball Yellow Ball Yellow Ball |
Group Group Group Group Group High Performance |
| Tuesday | 3.30 – 4.30 3.30 – 4.30 3.30 – 4.30 3.30 – 5.00 4.30 – 5.30 4.30 – 6.00 6.30 – 8.00 |
5-7 yrs 7-9 yrs 9-12 yrs 6–12 yrs 7-12 yrs Teenage 12+ Invite Only |
Red Ball Orange Ball Green Ball Mixed Ball Mixed Ball Yellow Ball Yellow Ball |
Group
Group Group Lesson & Play Group Squad High Performance |
| Wednesday | 3.30 – 4.00 3.30 – 4.30 3.30 – 4.30 3.30 – 4.30 3.30 – 5.00 4.30 – 5.30 6.30 – 8.30 |
3-5 yrs 5-7 yrs 7-9 yrs 9-12 yrs 6–12 yrs 7-12 yrs Invite Only |
Blue Ball Red Ball Orange Ball Green Ball Mixed Ball Mixed Ball Yellow Ball |
Group
Group Group Group Lesson & Play Matchplay High Performance |
| Thursday | 3.30 – 4.30 3.30 – 4.30 3.30 – 4.30 4.30 - 6.00 |
5-7 yrs 7-9 yrs 9-12 yrs Teenage 12+ |
Red Ball Orange Ball Green Ball Yellow Ball |
Group
Group Group Squad |
| Friday | 3.30 – 4.00 3.30 – 4.30 3.30 – 4.30 3.30 – 4.30 4.30 – 7.30 |
3-5 yrs 5-7 yrs 7-9 yrs 9-12 yrs Invite Only |
Blue Ball Red Ball Orange Ball Green Ball Yellow Ball |
Group
Group Group Group High Performance |
| Saturday | 8.30 – 9.00 9.00 – 10.00 9.00 – 10.00 9.00 – 10.00 9.00 – 10.30 10.00 – 11.00 10.30 – 11.30 |
3-5 yrs 5-7 yrs 7-9 yrs 9-12 yrs 6–12 yrs 7-12 yrs 7-12 yrs |
Blue Ball Red Ball Orange Ball Green Ball Mixed Ball Mixed Ball Mixed Ball |
Group
Group Group Group Lesson & Play Group Matchplay |
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| Day | Time | Age | Ball | Lesson |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 6.00 – 8.00 | 10-21 yrs | Yellow Ball | High Performance Tournament Level High Performance |
| Tuesday | 6.30 – 8.00 | Invite Only | Yellow Ball | High Performance Tournament Level High Performance |
| Wednesday | 6.30 – 8.30 | Invite Only | Yellow Ball | High Performance Tournament Level High Performance |
| Friday | 4.30 – 7.30 | Invite Only | Yellow Ball | High Performance Tournament Level High Performance |
- High Performance Training is aimed at the tournament level player.
- All lessons are taught at Mount Lawley Tennis Club.
- Hitting with intensity, purpose and focus on maintaining a high level.
- Learn how to get “in the zone” and hold it!
- A big focus on serve and return of serve and developing your own game style.
- Fitness, agility, movement, speed & strength are part of the sessions.
- Click & Book.
- For more information to help your Tournament Level Player please contact us here.
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JUNIOR PLAYTENNIS PROGRESSION
At PlayTennis we offer a fun and inclusive program. As a Junior you can start playing tennis at any age from the age of 3 upwards, whatever your skill level. Look at our Junior PlayTennis Progression diagram to see what is available to you at each stage of tennis learning.
The following is a guideline only.
Junior age 3-5 blue ball hotshots
BLUE BALL
- Oversized balls with 25% compression.
- Lowest bouncing balls - relevant to child's height.
- Balls travel slower through the air.
- Ideal for beginners and children between 3 and 5 years (approx).
blue ball
Group Lesson MLTC
blue ball
Private Lesson MLTC
blue ball
PlayTennis At Your Early Learning Center
Junior age 5-7 red ball hotshots
RED BALL
- Oversized balls with 25% compression.
- Lowest bouncing balls - relevant to child's height.
- Balls travel slower through the air.
- Ideal for beginners and children between 5 and 7 years (approx).
red ball
Group Lesson MLTC
red ball
Private Lesson MLTC
red ball
PlayTennis At Your School
red ball
PlayTennis Internal Macthplay MLTC
Junior age 7-9 orange ball hotshots
ORANGE BALL
- Normal sized tennis balls with 50% compression.
- Balls bounce slightly higher accounting for increase in child's height.
- Increased ball travel speed.
- Ideal for children aged 7 to 9 (approx).
orange ball
Group Lesson MLTC
orange ball
Private Lesson MLTC
orange ball
PlayTennis At Your School
orange ball
PlayTennis At Internal Matchplay MlTC
orange ball
Junior External Matchplay
- Summer League (Pennants)
- Winter League (Pennants)
- Junior Development Series Tournaments
Junior age 9-7 green ball hotshots
GREEN BALLL
- Normal sized tennis balls with 75% compression.
- Balls bounce in relation to child's growth.
- Increased ball travel speed.
- Ideal for children aged between 9 and 12 (approx).
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Group Lesson MLTC
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Private Lesson MLTC
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PlayTennis At Your School
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Pennant Player Squad MlTC
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PlayTennis Internal Matchplay MLTC
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Junior External Matchplay
- Summer League (Pennants)
- Winter League (Pennants)
- Junior Development Series Tournaments
- Australian Ranking Points Tournaments
Teenage Age 12+ yellow ball
YELLOW BALL
- Normal tennis balls with 100% compression.
- Ideal for children aged 12 plus (approx).
yellow ball teenage beginnar
- Group Lesson
- Private Lesson
- Tennis at your school
- Pennant Player Squad
- PlayTennis Internal Matchplay
- Junior External Matchplay
- Summer League (Pennants)
- Winter League (Pennants)
- Junior Development Series Tournament
- Australian Ranking Points Tournaments
yellow ball teenager intermediate/advanced
- Group Lesson
- Private Lesson
- Tennis at your school
- Pennant Player Squad
- PlayTennis Internal Matchplay
- Junior External Matchplay
- Summer League (Pennants)
- Winter League (Pennants)
- Junior Development Series Tournament
- Australian Ranking Points Tournaments
- PlayTennis High Performance Squad By Invitation Only
ALL SKILLS AND AGES WELCOME
Guideline Only
- Children will have different skill sets at different ages.
- We encourage all abilities and adapt accordingly.
- You can start at age 3 and progress through the stages offered.
- If you are older, with little or no tennis experience, or haven't played for a long time, you will find a comfortable entry point among other players of your age and skill level.
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MINI TOTS TENNIS HOLIDAY PROGRAM
AGE 3 – 5 YRS
Introducing tennis through a range of ball skills, coordination exercises and fun games! Sign up for 1, 2 or all days.
COST : $20 per day
WHEN : 9am – 10am every day of holiday camp
WHERE : Mt Lawley Tennis Club
Our aim is to get you playing tennis! In this tennis clinic your child will:
- Learn all the shots to play a tennis match
- Learn how to score and tennis etiquette
- Play some tennis matches in a fun friendly environment.
- Every player wins a prize!
WHEN : 9AM – 12.00PM
WEEK 3 : Only Wednesday 17/01/24
WEEK 4 : Mon 22/01/24 - Thursday 25/01/24
WHO : Children all levels and ages 6 - 16 We will split the groups up accordingly
WHERE : Mt Lawley Tennis Club
COST : $45 per day (3hrs) $20 for 1hr 9 -10am. Discount 10% for families with 2 or more children
BRING : Hat, sunscreen, morning tea.
BOOKINGS : Must book in advance with Rhys
DISCOUNT : 10% OFF for families with 2 or more children
If you don’t have a racquet we can supply one for you!
CONTACT: RHYS 0401873440 or email rhys@playtennis.com.au