The Chichester School of Tennis has been set up to provide coaching for all ages and abilities at the Club. The Junior programme shows a development pathway for their future and encourages any child to give it a go. The idea for the adults is to offer them more opportunities to get involved in activities and coaching at the Club.

 

Junior Coaching
Parent & Toddler Sessions:
2½ – 4½ year olds
Wednesday 2. 00-2.45pm
Friday 1.30-2. 15pm

A fun 45-minute play session for toddlers. Activities include running, jumping, catching, throwing and striking. Parents are expected to join in.
Mini Tennis RED: 4 – 6 year olds
Tuesday & Thursday 3.45-4.30pm
Saturday 9.00-9.45am
The emphasis at this stage is on having ‘fun’ whilst at the same time developing movement, co-ordination and ball skills. Small rackets and soft balls are used.

Mini Tennis ORANGE: 6 – 9 year olds
Tuesday & Thursday 4.30-5.30pm
Saturday 9.45-1 1.30am

These sessions use ‘transition’ balls and use slightly larger rackets. Tennis is played over min-nets. There will be 2 abilities, with level 2 working more on rallying, serving and points.
Mini Tennis GREEN: 8 – 12 year olds
Tuesday & Thursday 5.30-6.30pm
Saturday 11.30am – 1.30pm
This is the final progression before juniors move to tennis. It is played on a full court using a slightly lighter ball than the traditional ball. Some players will be having individual instruction.
Mini-Performance:
Monday 5.00-6.00pm
For selected young players who are developing sound technique and match play skills. Players should be committed, receiving individual instruction and playing tournaments.
Club Futures:
Monday 6.00-7.30pm
These sessions are for top juniors at the Club who are committed to progress to county level and beyond. There is a greater focus on match play. Players will be receiving technical individual coaching.
Junior Evening:
Friday 4.30-5.30pm – Under 10s
5.30-7.00pm over 10s (spring and summer)
5.00-6.30pm (winter match play)
No need to book, just come along.
Older Juniors: 10+ year olds
Wednesday 4.30-6.30pm
Coaching and practise sessions for slightly older juniors with some experience. Players will be looking to develop their tennis skills as well as socialise and play matches.

INDIVIDUAL COACHING

Individual lessons are bookable with the coaches – contact Justin Pollard to arrange
Head Coach : Justin Pollard LTA Licensed Club Coach 01243 811997
Assistant coaches: LTA Licensed Development Coaches