Markham Tennis Club Junior Program Descriptions

Red Ball: This program is designed for kids 4-8 years old, it is designed to make Tennis more friendly and approachable by using smaller racquets, courts, nets and bigger tennis balls that are softer and easier to hit. It focuses on developing skills that are fundamental to success and the week-week curriculum is based off the Long Term Athlete Development Program that is used by Tennis Canada. 

Orange Ball: This program is designed for kids aged 8+ who are looking to gain introductory skills, by using 'Orange Dot' balls that are 50% less compressed than the 'Regular Ball' it makes learning tennis much easier. It focuses on developing skills that will allow someone to continue tennis and transition into the Green Dot Program. The week-week curriculum is based off the Long Term Athlete Development Program that is used by Tennis Canada. This is a fun and introductory program for Kids looking to get a start! 

Green Ball: This program is designed for players aged 11+ who are looking to gain more skills; the balls are 75% compressed which allows kids to learn at a higher success rate.  In this program you will learn basic fundamentals, point play and proper technique and tactics. The week-week curriculum is based off the Long Term Athlete Development Program that is used by Tennis Canada. This is a fun program for Kids with looking to further their development in all aspects of the game.

Regular Ball: This program is designed for players aged 13+, lots of focus will be put on developing technique, tactics and point play. Regular sized racquets, courts and balls will be used throughout the duration of the program. The week-week curriculum is based off the Long Term Athlete Development Program that is used by Tennis Canada.  
 

***All junior programs will be coached by our Head Tennis Professional Chris, Assistant Tennis Professional ______________ and Junior Professional Kelvin Lee.