WILL TO WIN

Squads are for players who are working hard to develop their tennis to a very high standard. Classes are a progression from the mid-week and camp tennis sessions, and cover advanced skill development and match tactics. At Red, Orange, Green and Yellow ball, these players are keen to compete regularly. Initially this is at a local level with competition further away as standards improve. Players must have aspirations of competing at County level and above.

Places on squads are by invitation only. Players (and parents) need to demonstrate commitment to tennis. The coaching team will be equally committed. We will give players the best possible chance of achieving a high standards of play by using the 4 stage model of development as below. The expectations of those selected to be in the squad are dependent upon development stage and situation but as a guide:  

• Red Performance Squad - Fundamental Stage - Under 8 
  6 hours weekly - coordination and technical development: 3 hours tennis + 3 hours other sports and speed conditioning
• Orange Performance Squad - Learning To Train Stage - Under 9
  10 hours weekly - speed strength flexibility and core stability. Developing sound technique with racket head speed. Learning to deal with all mental and tactical situations.
• Green Performance Squad - Learning to compete - Under 10
  Fine tuning technique with power and spin. Setting goals and developing individual styles.
  
• Challenger Performance Squad - Training to win - 11+ 
  Developing all court game - fine tuning of strategies, fitness and competition planning. 

General Information: Squad players have the following prepared for them:

• Development plan (technical/ tactical/mental and physical- including all coaching aspects, tournament schedule on court & off court planning)
• Technical analysis and report
• Match charting (Individual Coach)

In addition to having personally competed at high levels, the coaching team are also trained to deliver performance coaching. Coaches will set appropriate standards within the training environment. Each coach is committed to getting the best out of players, both in terms of players’ on-court tennis performance and also addressing the needs of the individual child/young person. As part of a squad the player will learn valuable life skills including – team skills, dedication, responsibility, self-discipline, respect and goal-setting.

If you think you/your child is of the appropriate playing standard and has a desire to succeed, speak to a coach who can make an assessment.

Download Squad Form

Download the registration form CLICK HERE

Following the coaches’ assessment; reserve your place with payment at reception, or by phone with credit card payment.