Junior Coaching
LTA Youth 2 - 18 years
The development of juniors, whether they be complete beginners or committed enthusiasts competing in Tournaments and Club Matches, is an important part of JWT’s coaching ethos.
JWT delivers coaching sessions at Aylesbury, Cuddington, Horsenden and Bledlow Ridge Tennis Clubs and at local community sites.
There is something on offer for all juniors starting from the age of 2½ and split into 5 categories, Blue, Red, Orange, Green and Yellow.
Also at Aylesbury Tennis and Squash Club, we provide ‘Masters Performance Groups’ offered to aspiring juniors on an invitational only basis where players are invited on their level of commitment and effort, not just ability on court.
Please click here to see how age groups are defined within the LTA
LTA Youth Start
What is LTA Youth Start?
LTA Youth Start is designed to help children who are new to tennis start playing, building their confidence and skills along the way.
Who is LTA Youth Start suitable for?
The LTA Youth Start programme is suitable for children aged between 4-11 years old who have never played tennis before. If your child has played tennis before, then our Youth Programme might be more suitable.
What does the LTA Youth Start programme include?
The LTA Youth Start programme includes:
- Six top-class tennis sessions
- Equipment
- Branded t-shirt
- Activity cards
- Certificate upon completion from your coach
View the Youth Courses
LTA Accredited coaches run courses for children aged 2½–18, packed full of fun games and dynamic training. We want kids to bring all their energy to tennis; no ‘quiet please’ needed here.
LTA Youth OVEVIEW
LTA Youth BLUE
LTA Youth RED
LTA Youth ORANGE
LTA Youth GREEN
LTA Youth YELLOW
Our Aims
To provide a secure, fun environment in which you can learn to play tennis.
To create the opportunity to make some new friends.
To provide professional coaching to teach and motivate all players as they progress.
It enables them to learn the basics and how to enjoy the game through a series of fun activities, based on the fundamental areas of balance, co-ordination, agility, movement and racket and ball skills.
Focus is about making it as much fun as possible.
Q: What ball is used?
A: A foam ball is used which is 75% slower than a yellow ball.
Q: What racket is best to use?
A: A shorter racket of 43cm – 53cm (17″ – 21″) should be used.
Q: What ball is used?
A: A foam or felt ball is used which is 75% slower than a yellow ball.
Q: What size court is red ball played on?
A: A court with dimensions of 11m x 5.5m or 12m x 6m. It’s fine to use badminton court lines.
Q: What height is the net?
A: The net is at a height of 80cm (in the middle).
Q: What racket is best to use?
A: A shorter racket of 43cm – 58 cm (17″ – 23″) should be used depending on the size and strength of the player.
Q: What ball is used?
A: An orange ball is used which is 50% slower than a yellow ball, giving players better control at this important stage of development.
Q: What size court is Mini Tennis Orange played on?
A: Mini Tennis Orange is played on a 18m x 6.5m court.
Q: What height is the net?
A: 80cm at the middle of the net.
Q: What racket is best to use?
A: A racket of 58cm – 63 cm (23″ – 25″) should be used depending on the size and strength of the player.
Q: What ball is used?
A: A green ball is used, which is 25% slower than a yellow ball.
Q: What size court is Mini Tennis Green played on?
A: Mini Tennis Green is played on a normal size court. Doubles matches should also be played on a normal size court with singles sticks in place (if available).
Q: What height is the net?
A: The net is at full height.
Q: What racket is best to use?
A: A bigger racket of 63cm – 66cm (25″ – 26″) should be used but is not compulsory.
LTA Youth 11 - 18 years
LTA Youth Yellow is a great way for players to continue their progress from LTA Youth Green. It is played on a full size tennis court, with suitable sized rackets and yellow stage (normal) balls. It’s the final stage of junior tennis with a focus on competition, tactics and technique helping players develop and improve all aspects of their game.