Kids Classes
What is MLC Tennis Hot Shots?
Tennis Australia’s MLC Tennis Hot Shots is an exciting tennis program for kids aged 10 and under. Using smaller courts, racquets and low compression balls the program makes learning tennis easy for new players.
At the heart of MLC Tennis Hot Shots is a fundamental approach to learning. It’s called “learning through play” and it’s based on developing skills in real situations that happen on a tennis court. This program allows children to develop technically and tactically in an environment that’s always fun and exciting.
Application Form
It easy to enrol your children into an MLC Hot Shots Class. Just fill out the online application/enquiry form and a coach will get beck to you shortly to enrol your children in an appropriate class(es).
- CLICK HERE to fill out the online enquiry form.
- CLICK HERE for class fees and other associated information.
- CLICK HERE for more information on obtaining a CoS Access Card.
- CLICK HERE For information on Children’s Summer Holiday Camps December 2011 & January 2012
Stages of development
Launch Pad stage
- Children begin by exploring fundamental and perceptual motor skills and tennis basics.
Red stage
- Children use 25 per cent compression red balls that bounce lower, slower and are much easier to hit. Children play on three-metre or six-metre wide courts. Recommended racquet size is 21–23 inches and age range 5–8 years.
Orange stage
- Children use 50 per cent compression orange balls and play on regular courts with reduced length. Recommended racquet size is 23–25 inches and age range 8–10 years.
Green stage
- Children play on a full-size court using 75 per cent compression green balls. Recommended racquet size is 25–27 inches and age range 9 years plus.
Children will
- have lots of fun and stay healthy
- meet friends and build social skills
- play with smaller equipment designed especially for kids
- develop skills and tactical awareness
- have the opportunity to play in age appropriate competitions
- easily progress to full-court tennis
