Junior Info
Using modified equipment means kids can play an adult version of the game from the very start, developing technical, tactical, physical and mental skills with programmes and equipment designed to grow with them. Sessions are made up of tactical, technical, fun and social elements which create developmental readiness in children.
Most tennis Hot Shots sessions are held indoors at Manukau Tennis, Sports and Community Centre, with sessions running during each school term. All equipment is provided (children are required to wear their own sports shoes).
WHEN ARE THE CLASSES AND HOW MUCH IS IT?
Wednesday's after school (see below for individual class times)
Cost: $50 for the 6 week course
To book your childs place on one of the courses click HERE
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 be beginners, improvers or even advanced players.
Court size: 3 m × 8.23 or 6 m × 10.97 m
Tennis ball: red ball (25% compression)
Recommended racquet size: 21–23 inches
When: Wednesday's 3.45pm-4.30pm
Cost: $50 for 6 week course
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 m
Tennis ball: orange ball (50% compression)
Recommended racquet size: 23–25 inches
When: Wednesday's 4.30pm-5.15pm
Cost: $50 for 6 week course
The Green Stage (age 9 +)
The ball used in the Green stage has a higher compression than the Red and Orange stages (75% of a yellow tennis ball) and children play on a full-size court. Green players may be older children who are new to tennis or players of a good standard who have progressed through the Blue, Red and Orange stages.
Court size: 10.97 m × 23.78 m (full court)
Tennis ball: green ball (75% compression)
Recommended racquet size: 25–27 inches
When: Wednesday's 5.15pm-6pm
Cost: $50 for 6 week course
The Yellow Stage (age 13 – 18)
The ball used in the Junior Yellow stage has a higher compression than the Red and Orange stages (100% of a yellow tennis ball) and players play on a full-size court. Yellow players may be teenagers who are new to tennis or are more social players.
Court size: 10.97 m × 23.78 m (full court)
Tennis ball: green ball (100% compression)
Recommended racquet size: Full size
When: Wednesday's 6pm-7pm
Cost: $50 for 6 week course