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A clear path to keep playing
The official LTA Youth programme uses five coaching stages, from Blue to Yellow. Each stage matches a child’s development with the right focus, activities and challenge.
Listed ages are a guideline only. Session placement is based on a child’s age, ability and experience.
The progression
Court and equipment adapt as children develop. The official LTA descriptions call out the full-size court at Green and full-size balls on regulation courts at Yellow.
Build the foundations
An introduction to tennis through fun, active games. Children explore the basics while developing balance, agility and hand-eye coordination.
Court & equipment
Age-appropriate activities and equipment support first steps.
Start the rally
Children continue building speed, coordination and reaction time, with rallies, volleys and overarm serves becoming part of the game.
Court & equipment
Activities and equipment adapt as skills and confidence grow.
Bring in strategy
Players explore tactics, problem-solving and sportsmanship while sharpening their match-play skills and developing leadership qualities.
Court & equipment
Age-appropriate activities make room for tactics and match play.
Step up the game
The LTA describes Green as the step up to a full-size court. Players refine their skills and techniques and learn to handle more competitive situations.
Court & equipment
Full-size court, with skills and technique continuing to develop.
Make it your game
On regulation courts with full-size balls, players explore different styles of play, build confidence and resilience, and develop a game of their own.
Court & equipment
Full-size balls on regulation courts, like the pros.
Keep moving forward
Children build skills progressively through games and tennis activities. At MH Tennis, activities and equipment are adapted to the child’s age and stage, so there is room to learn, enjoy the session and develop.
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