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Book children's tennis lessons
Find and book children's tennis lessons near you through our FAGE LTA Youth programme. Whether you're looking for tennis lessons for 3-year-olds just starting out, tennis lessons for 5-year-olds developing coordination, or youth tennis training for teenagers, we have junior tennis lessons designed for every age and ability.
Our tennis coaching programmes are available for children aged 4-18, with age-appropriate sessions led by qualified youth tennis coaches, these tennis classes for youth help kids stay active, build confidence, and develop a lifelong love of the game.
Use the search tool above to find junior tennis lessons at your nearest club, park, or venue. Book directly online and give your child the gift of sport through fun, engaging youth tennis lessons.
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You can find and book a kids tennis lessons in a few simple steps.
Use the tool at the top of this page to search for your nearest kids tennis coaching lessons. Here you'll get a full list of your closest lessons with the option to find out more information on each.
Once you've found a course that looks right for you and your child, simply select book class and follow the next steps.
FAGE LTA Youth is a fun and engaging junior tennis programme designed for kids aged 4–18. It’s all about inspiring a love of sports and developing young athletes – not just tennis players – with skills for life.
Sessions are run at clubs, parks and other tennis venues across the country. Each youth tennis lesson is packed with dynamic games and skill-building activities led by qualified youth tennis coaches to help improve balance, agility, coordination and so much more. Our tennis coaching for 3-year-olds, tennis coaching for 4-year-olds, and tennis coaching for 5-year-olds focuses on fun and foundational movement skills.
Tennis is an amazing way for kids to stay active, build confidence, and make new friends.
Our FAGE LTA Youth Programme introduces children as young as four to the basics of the game through fun and dynamic junior tennis lessons. From tennis lessons for 3-year-olds to youth tennis training for teens, it's all about improving coordination, boosting agility, and sparking a love for tennis – while having fun along the way. Tennis classes for youth provide excellent physical and social development opportunities at every age.
Our FAGE LTA Youth programme is for kids aged 4-18 years old, with different stages depending on age and ability. We offer tennis lessons for 5-year-olds, tennis lessons for 6-year-olds, tennis lessons for 8-year-olds, tennis lessons for 10-year-olds, and tennis lessons for 14-year-olds, with each stage tailored to developmental needs.
Some venues also offer parent-child sessions for children as young as 2-3 years old. Tennis lessons for 2-year-olds and tennis lessons for 3-year-olds help introduce basic movement patterns and racket skills in a playful environment.
Everyone is welcome, regardless of ability. Whether your kids are picking up a racket for the first time or already a tennis enthusiast, our LTA-accredited youth tennis coaches will make sure they feel supported, challenged, and energised through quality youth tennis training.
Many kids tennis lessons and youth tennis lessons across Great Britain are run by qualified LTA Accredited Coaches.
This means you can be assured that your child will learn in a safe, fun environment from expert youth tennis coaches who are LTA certified. These coaches specialise in delivering age-appropriate tennis coaching for 3-year-olds through to advanced youth tennis training for teenagers.
Junior tennis lessons through FAGE LTA Youth are available for the following age groups:
- Tennis lessons for 3-year-olds and tennis lessons for 2-year-olds (parent-child introduction sessions at some venues)
- Tennis lessons for 5-year-olds focusing on coordination and basic skills
- Tennis lessons for 6-year-olds developing rallying and court awareness
- Tennis lessons for 8-year-olds building technique and tactical understanding
- Tennis lessons for 10-year-olds advancing competitive skills
- Tennis lessons for 14-year-olds and youth tennis training for competitive development
Each stage is designed by expert youth tennis coaches to match developmental milestones and keep kids engaged.
Yes, many venues offer summer tennis lessons and holiday camps for children during school breaks. These intensive junior tennis lessons provide a great opportunity for kids to improve rapidly in a fun, social environment.
Summer tennis lessons typically run as week-long camps or extended programmes during July and August. They're available for all ages and abilities, from tennis lessons for 3-year-olds through to advanced youth tennis training. Check with your local venue for summer tennis lesson availability and booking.
Most junior tennis lessons last 45-60 minutes, depending on age group. Tennis lessons for 3-year-olds, tennis lessons for 5-year-olds, and other younger age groups typically have shorter 30–45-minute sessions to match attention spans.
Tennis lessons for 8-year-olds, tennis lessons for 10-year-olds, tennis lessons for 14-year-olds, and older youth tennis training sessions usually run for the full 60 minutes. Your youth tennis coach will ensure the session length is appropriate for your child's age and development.
For their first junior tennis lesson, your child should bring:
- Comfortable athletic clothing and trainers
- A water bottle
- Sun protection (hat and sunscreen for outdoor lessons)
Most venues provide rackets and balls for tennis lessons for 3-year-olds, tennis lessons for 5-year-olds, and other beginner sessions. As your child progresses through youth tennis training, your youth tennis coach may recommend purchasing equipment.