Interested in coaching?
There are many ways to get started on a coaching pathway, upskill with professional development or help out at your local club. Hit the following links to go through to Tennis NZ's website with more information on how to get involved, register for a course, find a job, advertise a position and more.
National Participation Programmes
The Wellington region is currently experiencing a shortage in coaches. There are positions now available at clubs. If you are interested in helping out please get in touch.
TENNIS CENTRAL REGION COACH POLICY
31 March 2025 Tennis Central Coach Policy
Important Notice to All Coaches - 5 Feb 2025
Definition: Coaching involves conducting supervised drills and activities, such as feeding balls to participants, for commercial / business purposes, which may or may not involve the use of a basket of balls.
THE TENNIS NEW ZEALAND COACH REGISTER
The management of safe practice in New Zealand will centre around the Coach. What is the Coach Register?
Launched in 2023, the Coach Register is a list of coaches working in New Zealand that verifies their qualifications and professional standards. It is the foundation for Tennis New Zealand’s Find a Coach tool, promoting coaches who meet current international qualification, safeguarding, legal and ethical standards, and professionalism. The Coach Register ensures that those operating as coaches in our sport meet required standards and are endorsed by both Tennis New Zealand and the International Tennis Federation (ITF).
Requirements to be on the Coach Register?
- Complete a Tennis NZ Coach Education Course recognised by the ITF (Coaching Assistant and above).
- Successfully complete all competency-based assessment tasks associated with the course.
- Alternatively, if you hold a historical or international qualification not recognised by the ITF, you can complete a current Tennis New Zealand course or, complete the Recognition of Current Competence (RCC) process through Tennis New Zealand.
COMPLETING THE SIX CHECKS √
- Safeguarding Training The Safeguarding check is ticked once a coach has completed any course with Tennis New Zealand - Coaching Assistant or above, or a similar course with an international body recognised by the ITF. Safeguarding modules are included in all relevant courses.
- First Aid Coaches must complete a relevant and up to date First Aid course. To maintain a First Aid qualification they would then complete a First Aid Refresher every three years. For information on upcoming courses, please contact mel@tenniscentral.co.nz.
- Police Vet Tennis New Zealand provides a National Police Vetting Service for all coaches. This process needs to be completed every three years.
- Insurance Tennis Central recommends all coaches who work as contractors have Liability Insurance. Common perception is that sports coaches cannot be sued in New Zealand. However, they can be held liable for significant compensation and legal costs. Coaches are encouraged to review advice on insurance from Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE). Enquire with your insurance agency for more information.
- Coaches Code of Ethics Coaches must read and agree to the Tennis New Zealand Coach Code of Ethics. This can be completed on the Tennis New Zealand Portal.
- Member Protection Declaration Coaches must annually complete the Member Protection Member Declaration. Download the form here and return to Tennis Central (mel@tenniscentral.co.nz)
HOW DO I UPDATE MY INFORMATION?
Coaches can update their information through Tennis New Zealand’s profile update page on The Portal. This includes uploading qualifications, first aid certificates and agreeing to the Code of Ethics.
COMMUNICATIONS
Tennis Central Communications: Sign Up to No Strings Attached and be updated on all Tennis Central news for players, coaches, and clubs. Additionally opt into Business House, Coaching, Junior and Midweek communciations.
Tennis New Zealand Communications: Sign Up to Passing Shots, Coaching Matters, Junior Matters, Club matters to be updated on all Tennis NZ news for players, coaches, and clubs
A GROUP FOR NZ TENNIS COACHES
The Coach Development Facebook Group is a place for NZ tennis coaches to connect with one another, ask questions, share ideas and troubleshoot challenges. It is designed for all to contribute and be part of.
For more information on coaching contact:
Mel Jansen, Participation Manager Tennis Central 027 2828072 mel@tenniscentral.co.nz Adam Roberts, Coach Developer adam@tenniscentral.co.nz