TERM-TIME JUNIOR CLASSES

Autumn 2025 Term dates

• Term starts: Monday 8th September 
• Half term: Monday 20th October to Sunday 2nd November 
• Term restarts: Monday 3rd November
• Term ends: Saturday 13th December 

We follow the LTA stages to ensure all our sessions are age-/ability-appropriate and allow progression and development. The stages are:

• BLUE STAGE: AGES 4-6
  This introduction to tennis focuses on building strong foundations. Through fun, active games, kids will develop balance, agility, and hand-eye coordination while exploring the basics of the sport. It’s not about winning – it’s about learning new skills and having a blast.
  • Blue Court Size: small – a quarter the size of a full-size tennis court with low net
  • Balls: large Red or foam balls – 75% slower than a normal tennis ball
• RED STAGE: AGES 6-8
  Get ready to see rallies, volleys, and overarm serves. At this stage, kids will continue to improve speed, coordination, and reaction time. Relaxed, friendly competition is introduced to help develop confidence and teamwork.
  • Red Court Size: small – a quarter the size of a full-size tennis court with low net
  • Red Balls: large Red or foam balls – 75% slower than a normal tennis ball
• ORANGE STAGE: AGES 8-9
  This is where strategy comes in. Kids will explore tactics, problem-solving, and sportsmanship. They’ll sharpen their match play skills while developing leadership qualities that benefit them on and off the court.
  • Orange Court Size: shortened baseline, narrower court and lower net
  • Orange Balls: 50% slower than a normal tennis ball
• GREEN STAGE: AGES 9-10/11
  Stepping up to a full-size court – kids will refine their skills and techniques while learning to handle more competitive situations. These sessions help them grow their game and master the mental side of sports.
  • Green Court Size: full size, but narrower for doubles
  • Green Balls: 25% slower than a normal tennis ball
• YELLOW STAGE: AGES 11-17
  With full-size balls on regulation courts, just like the pros. Here, kids continue exploring different styles of play. They’ll focus on developing a game that’s uniquely theirs while building confidence and resilience. 
  • Court Size: full size
  • Yellow Balls: normal adult tennis balls

Timetable is subject to occassional termly changes. Please see current live booking schedule below for up-to-date details.

A 15% sibling discount will automatically be applied when booking a second or third child onto the programme in the same booking. E.g. If two siblings are in the same order, the sibling discount will automatically apply to the second sibling.

What if it rains? 🌧️
We do not cancel for wet weather! If rain is forecast, please dress appropriately. If the weather is really bad, we are lucky to have a good-sized hall in which to run tennis drills, exercises and games – as well as table tennis for older players – but we will get outside when we can. 

CANCELLING BEFORE A TERM HAS STARTED
If you need to cancel a booking as you can no longer attend a term, you will receive a full refund (less a 5% admin fee) if cancelling at least 5 days before the start of term. If cancelling less than 5 days before the start of term, a refund less the cost of the first lesson (and 5% admin fee) will be processed.

CANCELLING DURING A TERM
If cancelling part way through a term, a refund will be processed for any remaining classes in the term – less a 5% admin fee.

Any queries, please contact Head Coach Matt Cowie on 07838251866 or email matt@coachcowie.com