Recreational On-Court Training

Increase your knowledge by engaging with these informative videos that showcase activities to get kids having fun and playing tennis right away. The videos showcase the USTA 10 and Under Tennis Format Practice Plans for ages 5-6, 7-8 and 9-10. These practice plans contain eight progressive practice sessions for each age category. Other video selections include the 10 and Under Tennis play format in action and tips on coaching youth. Come back often as new information will be added regularly.

Ages 5-6

Watch kids engaged in activities on a 36’ or smaller court with 17 – 21 inch racquets and with red foam or felt tennis balls.

The goal, help kids have fun and enjoy the experience of hitting balls back and forth right away.

Ages 7-8

Learn activities for kids playing on a 36’ court with 21 – 23 inch racquets and red foam or felt tennis balls.

The goal, help kids learn the basics of rallying. They’ll ultimately progress from a simple rally to an actual game played on the 36’ court.

Ages 9-10

These videos highlight activities for kids playing on a 60’ court with 23 – 25 inch racquets and orange low compression balls.

The goal of these games and activities is to help develop the technical skills that will enable players to develop tactics for different playing situations.

10 and Under Tennis in Action

Coming soon! Watch videos of kids using the 10 and Under Tennis play format in creative ways, including on 36’ courts and 60’ courts.

Coaching Kids

Coming Soon! Learn tips and ideas on how to approach coaching kids. We’ll show you new tips and ideas to help you effectively coach kids and avoid treating them like miniature adults.