tennis coaching
We offer tennis programs for all levels and all ages ranging from 6 years old to adult classes.
It’s vital for children to get into the habit of exercising from an early age. Numerous studies show that children who exercise with their parents or peers are far more likely to stay fit and active into their adult years.
Parents play a vital role in determining how physically active their children are.
Children will naturally move on to grown up sporting activities as they develop, and will stay fit and active through their teenage years while having fun, developing interpersonal skills and building lasting friendships
Group Coaching
This is where it all begins. Kids will learn the basics of the game in a fun yet structured environment, enjoying their time on court.
The basics of the game are covered:
- Forehand
- Backhand
- Volleys
- Smash
- Serve
This sets up the kids to take part in our mini tennis festivals held on a Saturday once or twice a term. With fun tennis games and some match play keeps the kids excited, engaged and coming back for more.
Semi-Private Coaching
A Semi-private coaching session allows you to receive some personalised attention with a friend or partner.
This is a great way to see visually what is required and also a great way to have some fun on the court with your friend or partner.
Semi Private lessons allow you to receive individual attention at a reduced price.
Private Coaching
Having a private lesson with a GS Academy coach will “fast track” your game.
The individual attention and coaching with an experienced coach who has an eye for detail will hone in on any technical or balance faults quickly. He/she will then be able to put a programme together to overcome these “glitches” and see you on your winning way quickly.
We offer these private lessons 6 days a week during the term time, and our coaches are available during the holidays depending on tours/clinics and tournaments that we arrange.
Private lessons are suited for all ages and abilities. Try a private lesson and you’ll see the difference!
Hitting Sessions
All GS Academy coaches offer hitting sessions.
Whether it be on top of your normal lessons to work on consistency or just before that “big” tournament, this is a great way to work on your weaknesses or, to gain confidence on an area of your game that you may be battling with. Or, to solidify what you have been taught in your weekly coaching slot.
The coaches are skilled and are able to control the ball with depth and speed to help you master your strokes.
Please speak to your coach or call our office to arrange a hitting session.
Squad Session
Players will be invited to Performance sessions.
Those invited must commit to joining for the term and represent their school in inter-school tennis matches. Players will be coached to develop their full potential for school league matches and local and national tournaments and competitions around South Africa.
Sessions consisting of 6 – 14 players with similar abilities will be coached together. Our Squad sessions are run mainly from the Hilton Village tennis courts.
This, we have found, is the best way to fast track your child’s tennis learning experience.
The Primary focus of a Squad session is tactical awareness, decision making under pressure, set plays, routines and mental and physical fitness. The length of these sessions depend on the age and ability of the group concerned.
GS Acadamy aims at providing the best tennis instruction for schools and individuals alike. We aim at making a difference in the lives of school children through tennis as a sport.
Queries
admin@gsacademy.co.za
Office
061 384 1319
Coach Mitch
079 401 6848