Mini-Tennis Red
Mini Tennis Red is the first stage of Mini Tennis and is very important for building general sporting skills, but it also helps to develop each child’s confidence. The emphasis is on fun and players can develop the basic strokes and learn the rules through playing fun team games and exercises.
As Children progress through Mini Tennis Red they will be introduced to rallying and playing the game leading to fun competitions and inter club leagues.
Court Size
- 12m × 6m – this can be modified badminton court OR 11m × 5m sideways on a tennis court. Service boxes are 4m × 3m, net height approximately 80cm
- Both singles and doubles are played on this court.
Balls
- Indoor play: 8cm sponge ball or Mini-Tennis Red ball.
- Outdoor play: Mini Tennis Red outdoor ball – larger than a tennis ball, gentle low bounce.
Rackets
- Depending on the size and strength of player – 43cm – 58cm (17”- 23”) in length.
- A maximum length of 58cm (23”) is recommended for safety reasons.
Age Group
- Primarily 4 – 8 years.
Competitions and Scoring
- Scoring is tie break style, very flexible, to 7 points or extended to 11 or other.
- Competitions are a maximum of 2 – 3 hours long.
- They are often in a team format.