Orange Ball Tennis coaching for kids 8-10yrs+
The Orange Ball program focuses on developing sound technique and consistency for players aged 8 to 10 years and up. Sessions are structured to challenge players while maintaining an enjoyable and supportive learning environment.
Players work on refining all strokes while improving rally control, accuracy, and movement. As skills develop, sessions introduce serving, rallying, and scoring within point based games.
There is a strong focus on building tactical awareness and decision making, creating a solid foundation for players who wish to progress into competition as they move toward Green Ball.
Skill Levels:
- Level 1: Beginner to Developing Competencies
- Level 2: Developing to Consistently Demonstrating Competencies
- 45min lessons (Level 1) 60min lessons (Level 2)
- Max. 5 per group (Level 1) Max. 6 per group (Level 2)
- Play 3/4 court
- Orange low compression ball is used which is 50% slower than a normal ball
- 23 & 25 inch racquets
Session Times
| Mentone Tennis Club, Parkdale | |
|---|---|
| Monday | 4:00-4:45pm (Level 1), 4:45-5:30pm (Level 1), 4:45-5:45pm (Level 2) |
| Tuesday | 4:00-5:00pm (Level 2), 5:00-6:00pm (Level 2) |
| Wednesday | 4:00-4:45pm (Level 1), 4:45-5:45pm (Level 2) |
| Thursday | |
| Friday | 4:00-4:45pm (Level 1), 4:45-5:45pm (Level 2) |
| Sunday | 9:45-10:30am (Level 1), 10:30-11:30am (Level 2) |
Program Fees
$27.50 per session (Level 1)
$30 per session (Level 2)
Enrolments operate on a per-term basis (typically 9 weeks).
Invoices are calculated based on the number of scheduled lessons within each term.
(Pro-rata applies if joining after the term has commenced.)
New Enrolments – Term Coaching
We recommend enrolling online as early as possible.
No payment is required until placement is confirmed.
- Current players are offered priority re-enrolment into the following term.
- Waitlist participants are contacted first when new enrolments open.
- Remaining places are then released to the public.
If your preferred class is currently full, we will offer the closest suitable alternative or place you on the waitlist.
Term 1 2026
Commences Tue 27 Jan
Waitlist & New Enrolments Open Wed 10 Dec 2025
Term 2 2026
Commences Sun 19 April
Waitlist & New Enrolments Open Wed 1 April
Term 3 2026
Commences Sun 12 July
Waitlist & New Enrolments Open Wed 24 June
Term 4 2026
Commences Sun 4 Oct
Waitlist & New Enrolments Open Wed 16 Sept
Player Development Pathway
To fast-track development, Private Coaching and Junior Holiday Programs are available to complement group coaching and support a complete player pathway.
