The Hot Shots program is designed as an introduction to tennis in a fun atmosphere, to encourage participation and skill development that includes: hand-eye coordination, basic swing patterns, ball tracking, and understanding concepts. Children move up to the next level once they are able to complete the core abilities as listed in the TNR Hot Shots pathway. All classes are an 8:1 ratio.
Term 1 2020 - 28th January - 9th April
COURT KIDS (age 3 - 5)
Court Kids program introduces children to tennis through games and fun activities. Children learn the basics of tennis including how to rally using lots of adapted equipment Such as balloons, big balls, and beanbags. Often, blue sessions are held indoors in spaces more suited to small people. Parent/Guardian is required to participate with the child.
Court size: variable
Tennis ball: red ball (25% compression)
Recommended racquet size: 19-21 inches
Pricing $155.00 (10 weeks) -Pro-rata rates apply for public holidays
The Red Stage (age 5 - 8)
The red ball is larger than a yellow ball and doesn't bounce as high (just 25% compression), making it a breeze for even the youngest players to hit comfortably. The courts and nets used in the Red stage are much smaller making it easier for kids to move around and enjoy success. Red level players may
Court size: 3 m × 8.23 or 6 m × 10.97 m
Tennis ball: red ball (25% compression)
Recommended racquet size: 21 -23 inches
Pricing $185.00 (10 weeks) -Pro-rata rates apply for public holidays
The Orange Stage (age 8 - 10)
After mastering the Red stage, children move on to the Orange stage where the ball bounces a little
higher
(50% compression) and the court is a bit bigger. Orange players play over the regular net on a three
quarter length court.
Court size: 6.4 m × 18.29
Tennis ball: orange ball (25% compression)
Recommended racquet size: 23 - 25 inches
Pricing $185.00 (10 weeks) -Pro-rata rates apply for public holidays
Court size: 10.97 m × 23.78 m (full court)
Tennis ball: green ball (75% compression)
Recommended racquet size: 25-27 inches
Pricing $185.00 (10 weeks) -Pro-rata rates apply for public holidays
The Giant Stage (age 11 +)
We have split our Giants classes into two groups depending on age and the social aspects of the group, at this age the social aspect is very important to ensure each person is comfortable and having a good time as well as learning the techniques and tactics that best suit their level and abilities.
A full-size court with a fully pressurized ball is used, with our Giant stage. Players who have processed thru the hotshot stages or beginner teenagers will play within the giant stage. A full-size court with a fully pressurized ball is used.