Junior Tennis

There's no better time to get your child into tennis. At Medstead we offer junior coaching for all ages and abilities, in a fun, friendly environment where kids actually want to come back week after week!

The benefits of tennis for children

Great for Physical Development

Tennis helps develop coordination, balance, agility, and overall fitness in a fun and engaging way that supports children both on and off the court.

Developing Focus & Discipline

Learning to track the ball, think ahead, and stay focused during play helps children build concentration and problem-solving skills that extend far beyond tennis.

Helping Young Players Grow in Confidence

As children learn new skills and see their game improve, they naturally grow in confidence, both on court and throughout everyday life.

A Positive Sport Beyond the Court

Tennis is a sport children can enjoy from an early age through to adulthood, making it one of the best long-term investments in physical health, wellbeing, and social connection.

Find the right coaching style for your child

Wherever your child is starting their tennis journey from, our friendly coaching team will help them find the right group, develop their skills, and most importantly, enjoy being on court.

Red Ball (4-8 years)

Red Ball is the starting point for younger children and beginners. The balls are larger, softer, & bounce lower, making them easier to hit & control. Red ball helps children build confidence, coordination, & enjoyment from their very first session.

Green Ball (8-10 years)

Green Ball is the next step as children grow in confidence and ability. Green balls are a little fast then red balls and helps players develop stronger technique, movement, and tactical awareness while still keeping the game fun and achievable.

Yellow Ball (10-18 years)

Yellow Ball is the full version of the game, using standard tennis balls on a full-size court. Seeing juniors throughout their tennis journey, this stage is for those ready to progress into traditional tennis, match play, and club competitions.

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Tennis for girls at Medstead

We know that keeping girls engaged in sport as they get older isn't always easy. That's why at Medstead we've made it a priority to create an environment where girls feel welcome, supported and excited to keep playing.

We have a female coach on our team, giving girls a role model they can relate to on court. We also offer girls-specific coaching sessions so they're always playing in a comfortable, friendly group with others at a similar stage.

For our teenagers, we're introducing teen nights. A relaxed, social way to keep older girls connected to the game at an age when many start to drift away from sport altogether.

Whether your daughter is just starting out or looking to develop her game further, we're committed to making sure she has every reason to stay on court and enjoy all the benefits of sport.

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Junior Tournaments

There's nothing quite like the buzz of your first competition. We love seeing our younger players step up, test themselves and grow in confidence through fun, friendly match play.

We run junior tournaments throughout the year across all three stages: Red Ball, Green Ball and Yellow Ball, so there's always something to work towards, whatever level your child is at.

Our tournaments are designed to be enjoyable and supportive first and foremost. It's less about the result and more about gaining that match experience, making friends and falling a little more in love with the game.

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Meet our Youth Ambassador

We’re proud to have Izzy Hood as Medstead Tennis Club’s Youth Ambassador.

This LTA initiative helps give young people a voice within the club, supporting wellbeing, safeguarding awareness, and ensuring our junior members feel heard, supported, and welcome on and off the court.

Safeguarding at Medstead

The welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk is a priority at Medstead Tennis Club.

We are committed to providing a safe environment where everyone feels welcome, supported, and able to enjoy tennis with confidence. Our safeguarding approach aligns with the standards and guidance set by the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA).

If you would like to learn more about safeguarding in tennis, the LTA provides helpful information for parents, players, volunteers, and venues.

Read Safeguarding Policy

Club Welfare Officers

At Medstead we take the safety and wellbeing of all our members seriously, particularly our junior players.

Our Safeguarding & Welfare team are here to ensure the club is a safe, supportive and inclusive environment for everyone. All of our safeguarding practices are in line with LTA guidelines, and our team are trained and on hand should you ever have a concern you'd like to discuss.

If you have any safeguarding concerns, welfare questions, or would simply like to speak confidentially, our Club Welfare Officers are here to help. No concern is too small. If something doesn’t feel right, email medsteadtennissafeguarding@gmail.com or use the details below.

Welfare Officer Role

Harriet Hood

Club Welfare Officer

07920 235709

Anna Copping

Club Welfare Officer

07818 052561

Parent Information

We understand that parents want to feel confident their children are in a safe, supportive environment.

If your child attends coaching at Medstead, we ask parents and carers to help support a positive experience by following club guidance around:

Drop-off and collection
Appropriate supervision
Weather cancellations
Communication with coaches
Safeguarding expectations

If you ever have questions, please speak to a member of the coaching or committee team.

Want to learn more about safeguarding in tennis?

The LTA provides helpful information for parents, players, and venues on creating safe, positive tennis environments.

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