Hot Shots Stages
Nepean Tennis Coaching Programs
BEGINNER COACHING
Our dedicated and skilled coaching team at Nepean Tennis offers coaching programs that cater to everyone.
Hot Shots Tennis is an excellent way for children aged 3 to 10+ to learn tennis. Each stage is designed with the appropriate equipment and court size to match kids' abilities and age.
BLUE STAGE
SPORTY KIDS
2-5 YEARS
Sporty Kids is the perfect program for young children to develop their physical coordination while having fun. This 1 hour class is specially designed to introduce fundamental motor skills and sports, including Tennis, Basketball, Soccer, T-Ball, Softball, Cricket, Hockey, as well as relays, obstacle courses, and gymnastics. It's the perfect program for children aged 2-5 years to get active and start their sports journey
RED STAGE
LITTLE MASTERS
5 - 8 YEARS
Little Masters offers a classs that is perfect for young beginner to intermediate players aged 5-8. This program is based on Tennis Australia's Hot Shots "red ball" program and provides children with an introduction to the game by teaching them the fundamentals of tennis with a 25% compression red ball on modified courts ranging from 3-6 meters in width. Through a combination of technical instruction and fun games, children are able to develop skills while having a great time.
ORANGE STAGE
FUTURE STARS
8 - 10 YEARS
Future Stars is a fun and engaging program designed to introduce children aged 8-10 to the game of tennis. Our program is based on Tennis Australia's Hot Shots "orange ball" program and includes fun activities and drills to help develop players’ technique and tactical awareness. Lessons are conducted with 50% compression orange balls, on a regular court of reduced length and width.
GREEN STAGE
GRADUATES
10 - 12 YEARS
Graduates is a great program for beginner to intermediate players aged 10 and up. It is based on Tennis Australia's Hot Shots green ball program and lessons are conducted with 75% compression green balls on a full sized court, providing a great environment for players to learn and develop their tennis skills.
YELLOW STAGE
CANARY'S
12 YEARS
Canary's is a unique tennis program based on Tennis Australia’s Hot Shots “yellow ball”. It is designed to provide a fun and encouraging environment for children aged 12+ who are at a beginner to intermediate level of tennis. Lessons are conducted using a full compression yellow ball on a full sized court, allowing children to develop their tennis skills in an enjoyable yet challenging way.
INTERMEDIATE COACHING PROGRAMS
Welcome to our Intermediate Squads! These exclusive squads are by invitation only and are designed for children who have reached a certain level of skill and dedication. We believe in fostering talent providing a supportive environment for young athletes to thrive.
BLUE STAGE
PEE WEE'S
2-5 YEARS
Sporty Kids is the perfect program for young children to develop their physical coordination while having fun. This 1 hour class is specially designed to introduce fundamental motor skills and sports, including Tennis, Basketball, Soccer, T-Ball, Softball, Cricket, Hockey, as well as relays, obstacle courses, and gymnastics. It's the perfect program for children aged 2-5 years to get active and start their sports journey
RED STAGE
DUCKS
5 - 8 YEARS
Little Masters offers a classs that is perfect for young beginner to intermediate players aged 5-8. This program is based on Tennis Australia's Hot Shots "red ball" program and provides children with an introduction to the game by teaching them the fundamentals of tennis with a 25% compression red ball on modified courts ranging from 3-6 meters in width. Through a combination of technical instruction and fun games, children are able to develop skills while having a great time.
ORANGE STAGE
RISING STARS
8 - 10 YEARS
Future Stars is a fun and engaging program designed to introduce children aged 8-10 to the game of tennis. Our program is based on Tennis Australia's Hot Shots "orange ball" program and includes fun activities and drills to help develop players’ technique and tactical awareness. Lessons are conducted with 50% compression orange balls, on a regular court of reduced length and width.
GREEN STAGE
TOUCANS
10 - 12 YEARS
Graduates is a great program for beginner to intermediate players aged 10 and up. It is based on Tennis Australia's Hot Shots green ball program and lessons are conducted with 75% compression green balls on a full sized court, providing a great environment for players to learn and develop their tennis skills.
YELLOW STAGE
MINI SQUAD
12 YEARS
Canary's is a unique tennis program based on Tennis Australia’s Hot Shots “yellow ball”. It is designed to provide a fun and encouraging environment for children aged 12+ who are at a beginner to intermediate level of tennis. Lessons are conducted using a full compression yellow ball on a full sized court, allowing children to develop their tennis skills in an enjoyable yet challenging way.
DEVELOPMENT SQUADS
Development squads are designed for children who want to refine their skills and enter a more competitive atmosphere. Participation in these classes is by invitation only. Students in development squads are expected to engage in competitions and tournaments.
ORANGE BALL DEVELOPMENT SQUAD
The Orange Ball Development Squad is an elite tennis program for advanced players aged 8-10 years. The program is designed to develop players' skills and enable them to progress to green ball. Players will benefit from 1.5 hours of play on a full size court, using orange balls. Squad members will also be given the opportunity to participate in Tennis NSW JDS tournaments and Nepean Junior Competitions throughout the Central West Region.
JUNIOR JEVELOPMENT SQUAD
The Junior Development Squad is an exclusive invitational program for advanced yellow ball players aged 12 or above. Players will have the opportunity to hone their skills and develop their tactical game play in an intense 1.5 hour session on a full size court, using full compression balls. All participants are expected to be regular players in sanctioned tournaments around the state of New South Wales as well as Nepean adult competitions. This program is a great way for junior players to take their game to the next level.
JUNIOR PERFORMANCE SQUAD
The Junior Performance Squad focuses on developing advanced tactical, technical and physical skills to enable players to reach their full potential. Players have the opportunity to receive individualised coaching from highly qualified coaches who have a wealth of experience in the game of tennis.
MULTI LEVEL DEVELOPMENT SQUAD
The Multi-Level Development Squad for Tennis is the ideal place for players of all ages to hone their skills and reach their full potential. Players from as young as 8 years old can join this squad and receive professional instruction from experienced coaches. The Senior Elite squad is a 1.5 or 2 hour training session designed specifically for Nepean's elite senior players. Players in this squad are typically nationally ranked and frequently play in Australian Junior or Open tournaments. During these sessions, players are provided with a comprehensive range of fitness, drill based and tactical based sessions in order to help them reach their highest potential. In addition, children at this level are encouraged to attend private lessons in order to supplement their squad sessions.