Junior squads
The Development Programme
The Junior programme runs at Windsor to cater for all age groups and abilities, from 4 years old to 18 years. Our aim is learning & improving whilst still having fun! All squads and coaching are run according to the Tennis Ireland Development programme.
Windsor was, and is still the only tennis club in Ulster to have been awarded the prestigious Clubmark Scheme, which means that we deliver programmes of a consistently high standard and in line with recognised practice.
In line with the Tennis Ireland programme we offer specialised coaching for those children under 10 with different sized balls and courts, to ensure they learn the basics of the game in a way which will give them the best foundation for their progression to full court tennis.
At that transition stage, they are then better equipped and more confident in moving to the next learning phase, when they are physically able to adjust to larger racquets and full size tennis balls.
This is an extremely important part of developing children in tennis and we are wholly committed to this programme.
Currently we offer a number of programmes to suit your child;
* Playball NI – this is a programme that is run for the yonger children who fall below the minumum age level required to enter our squads. The classes which are limited to eight children per session serve to develop the child’s motor skills, self image and confidence. Each program is split into three terms consisting of 10 –12 weekly classes per term.
Further details on the Playball NI scheme are available by clicking here.
* Competitive Play
Windsor also has a number of Junior league teams who play in the B and D league at all age groups and for recreational players we organise friendly matches against other clubs.
Windsor Squads Timetable
Click the image for the timetable (opens a Word document) or by clicking here. You will find a variety of times which will fit in with the demands of the school term!
| Mini Recreational Squad
5-8 years old (red ball)
Slower balls, smaller courts and shorter rackets enable players to play the game from the first lesson. Players have fun team based matches and develop good basic technique and great early coordination skills for any sport. Emphasis on fun with a tennis theme in a group environment. |
Midi Recreational Squad
8-10 years old (orange ball)
The next step up from Mini Squads, players use a slightly ball on a larger court an continue their development of tennis strokes with introduction to scoring and team games, as well as keeping a fun and friendly group environment. |
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| Under-14 Recreational Squad
10-13 years old
Technical and tactical coaching for Under-14’s on a full court with proper tennis balls. Players continue their development whilst being encouraged to play internal and external matches for their club and for themselves in Ulster recognised tournaments and Windsor Junior League matches. |
Under-18 Recreational Squad
14-17 years old
Technical and tactical coaching for Under-18’s who are interested in the game and would like to enhance their skills but are not yet ready to play tournaments. Groups are of similar ability and are ideal for beginners or teenagers returning to tennis that want to improve their overall game. |
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| Elite Performance Programme – u12s
This programme is designed for those players that want to compete at tournament level. Under 12
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Elite Performance Programme – u16s
This programme is designed for those players that want to compete at tournament level. Under 16 |
Please note there will be a competition on Week 5 and Week 10 exclusive to Squad members.
Windsor Junior Tournament – This is held every year for Club members and most of the events are run on a round robin basis to insure lots of matches for all entrants. The dates for this will be posted in our calendar, which will be available in April.
Junior Summer Camps
These are week-long daily summer camps run within the Tennis Ireland guidelines and staffed by our qualified coaches. They will not only improve your child’s tennis but also keep them fit and active as they include fitness regimes on a daily basis. The camps are also very popular with parents who have eight weeks of summer holidays to think about!
Details of Junior Summer camps for 2011 can be found here.
Junior Easter Camps
We also run week-long Junior camps at Easter which last for three days, on a similar format to the Summer camps. Details of the 2011 Easter Camp can be found by clicking here.
Junior Club Afternoon
The Junior Club Afternoon runs on Sundays from 2-5pm and is exclusively for members only. A mixture of fun games, drills and matches create a friendly atmosphere and caters for all abilities.
Junior Squads Enquiry Form
If you have any enquiries about the Junior programme, please feel free to complete the form below.
