CHILDREN TENNIS COACHING IN ELY
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The Adaptive Development Blueprint™
Many junior programmes teach the same strokes to every child and expect them to progress at the same pace. Tennis does not work like that. Every child moves differently. Every ball on court is different.
The Adaptive Development Blueprint™ is our structured pathway designed to develop adaptable, confident players who enjoy the game while learning how to compete.
Our approach blends:
- The adaptability of French development
- The intensity found in Spanish systems
- The tactical layering seen in Italian progression
But our philosophy remains simple. Tennis must remain a game and there is no pressure to win. Progress is observed through Talent ID Weeks, not early ranking obsession.
No previous tennis experience is required. We place children in the stage that best fits their age and level.
Register for a Free Taster Session (Register for a course online and your child’s first week automatically becomes a free taster session).
The Junior Pathway at a Glance
Blue (4–6) → Red (6–8) → Orange (8–9) → Green (9–10) → Bronze (U11) → Silver (U12) → Gold (U14) → Platinum (U16)
Small courts → Full tennis → Competitive development
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The Junior Pathway at 10is Academy
Children progress through carefully designed stages that match their age and development.
Early stages follow the LTA Youth programme, where courts and balls are adapted so children can rally sooner and build confidence quickly.
As players grow, they move into the 10is Academy pathway, where training becomes more structured and tactical.
LTA Youth Stages
Blue Stage (Ages 4–6)
Children discover tennis through movement, balance and coordination.
Sessions focus on:
• basic racket coordination
• movement and agility
• simple rallies
• building confidence
Red Stage (Ages 6–8)
Children begin learning the real structure of tennis.
Players develop:
• forehand and backhand technique
• rally consistency
• serving basics
• simple scoring and matches
Orange Stage (Ages 8–9)
Players move onto a larger court and begin understanding how points are built.
Training focuses on:
• rally control
• directional play
• improving serves and returns
• early tactical awareness
Green Stage (Ages 9–10)
Players transition toward full tennis.
Sessions develop:
• rally tolerance
• movement and positioning
• point construction
• match confidence
The 10is Academy Development Stages
Once players reach full tennis they progress into the 10is Academy pathway.
Bronze Stage (Under 11)
Players consolidate their technique while learning how to construct points.
Focus areas:
• rally consistency
• serve and return development
• simple point patterns
• early match play
Silver Stage (Under 12)
Players develop stronger tactical awareness and rally tolerance.
Training focuses on:
• positioning
• reading rallies
• adapting during points
• structured match play
Gold Stage (Under 14)
Players refine their strengths and begin shaping their playing identity.
Sessions emphasise:
• tactical patterns
• reliable attacking options
• resilience under pressure
• competitive match experience
Platinum Stage (Under 16)
The highest stage of the junior pathway.
Players train with greater intensity while preparing for senior tennis.
Training focuses on:
• advanced tactics
• match strategy
• physical movement and conditioning
• composure under pressure
The best way to discover whether tennis is right for your child is simply to try a session.
Families can register online for a course, and the first week automatically acts as a free taster session.
This means:
• Your child attends the first session completely free
• If they enjoy it, they simply continue with the course
• If it is not the right fit, you can cancel and no payment will be taken
It is a simple way to experience the environment before committing.
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