Orange Stage (8 - 10+ years)

Looking for the perfect way to take your child’s tennis to the next level?

Our Orange Stage Program is designed for kids aged 8 to 10+ years, helping them progress and extend their tennis-specific skills, strategies, and matchplay. It’s all about building resilience, fostering respectful relationships, and having fun while learning. Using medium-sized courts, lightweight racquets, and orange balls (50% compression), we strive to help your child ace their love for the game in every session.

Whether they’re refining their rally or starting to compete in matches, this program is perfect for helping young players develop their skills while making friends and having a blast. Let’s enhance their game, build their confidence, and set the foundation for respectful competition and lifelong enjoyment of tennis.

What Makes the Orange Stage a Winner?

• Age-Appropriate Fun: Medium-sized courts, lightweight racquets, and orange balls (50% compression) help players continue learning with ease.
• Skill Development: A focus on strategies, matchplay, and tennis-specific techniques helps players grow their game.
• Confidence Boosting: Game-based learning keeps sessions engaging and ensures every child feels encouraged and valued on the court.
• Values in Action: We promote resilience and respectful relationships while fostering a positive and supportive environment.

Program Details

• Session Duration: 60 minutes of fun and energising activities.
• Coach-to-Player Ratio: 1 coach per 8 players, ensuring personalised attention while fostering group interaction.
• Court Size: 13m x 5.5m or 18.29m x 6.4m.
• Net Height: 75cm.
• Ball Type: Orange ball (50% compression) for controlled play and easier rallies.
• Racquet Size: 23–25 inches, designed for intermediate-level young players.
• Age Range: Suited for children aged 8–10+ years.

The Four Key Skills Every Orange Stage Player Will Learn

1. Rally: Continue building consistency and rhythm for longer rallies.
2. Serve: Develop a stronger, more strategic serve for matchplay.
3. Come to the Net: Refine forward movement and improve volleying techniques.
4. Score and Compete: Learn advanced scoring, match strategies, and fair competition.

Game, Set, Value!

• Full-Term Smash (10 Weeks): $250.
• Early Bird Ace: $230 when paid upfront before the term starts (applies to the first child only).
• All-Court Advantage: $200 per term for a second weekly lesson (20% discount).
• Second Serve Special: $200 per term (20% discount for subsequent children).

What to Bring

Your child is ready to take their game to the next level! Here’s what they’ll need to bring for every session:

• Tennis Racquet: 23–25 inches, suited to their size and skill level.
  Don’t have a racquet? No worries – we’ve got spare racquets on hand to get them started!
• Comfortable Activewear: Clothes they can move in easily.
• Sports Shoes: Proper sneakers with non-marking soles – these are usually light-coloured (like white, beige, or grey) and specially designed to avoid leaving scuff marks or streaks on the court surface. If you’re unsure, look for a “non-marking” label or test them on a light-coloured surface.
• Water Bottle: Staying hydrated is key to keeping them in the game!
• Hat and Sunscreen: Protection from the sun is always a must.

Why Choose the Orange Stage?

• Tailored for Intermediate Players: Medium courts, orange balls, and specialised techniques make this stage perfect for refining skills.
• Values in Action: Build resilience, foster respectful relationships, and learn through teamwork and sportsmanship.
• Game-Based Learning: Fun and engaging activities that keep kids motivated and excited to learn.
• A Love for Tennis: We strive to help your child ace their love for the game in every session.

Ready to Rally?

Keen to get your little champ progressing their tennis game? It’s time to serve up some fun, build skills, and enjoy the Orange Stage experience! Simply click the link below and select a day and time that suits your schedule. Let’s get them rallying, strategising, and having a blast!

Game, set, sign up – it’s that easy!