During this course participants learn to develop the skills of beginner tennis players of all ages. There is a major focus on planning, delivering and reflecting on coaching sessions and creating positive learning environments. The course covers technical and tactical tennis fundamentals, Tennis Hot Shots, Cardio Tennis, Tennis Xpress, the legal and ethical responsibilities of a coach, risk management, programme planning, tennis rules, personal development and using technology. 

The Development Coach course is a Tennis Australia qualification. Tennis Australia’s courses are the only tennis coaching courses officially recognised by the International Tennis Federation (ITF). 

Duration: This course is delivered as 15 in-person days over a six-month period.

Registrations: Managed by Tennis NZ.

Course Dates:

The current Development Coach Course is delivered at Albany Tennis Park on the following dates:

• Friday 9 November and Saturday 10 November 2024
• Friday 6 December and Saturday 7 December 2024
• Friday 14 February and Saturday 15 February 2025
• Friday 7 March and Saturday 8 March 2025
• Friday 4 April and Saturday 5 April 2025
• Wednesday 7 May, Thursday 8 May, Friday 9 May and Saturday 10 May 2025

When is the next course? The 2025 Coach Development Calendar is currently being finalised with Tennis NZ. Course dates will be available soon.