Become an LTA Youth Tennis Leader
Want to get into tennis coaching, develop new skills or help support your local venue? Our LTA Youth Tennis Leaders programme could be just for you.
If you’re aged between 11-18, the programme is a fantastic way to learn new skills both on and off the court. It doesn’t matter if you already play tennis or not and best of all, it’s free to join.
What is an LTA Youth Tennis Leader?
LTA Youth Tennis Leaders are a huge part of the tennis community.
Not only do leaders support Coaches, Volunteers and Teachers in helping to deliver tennis sessions on the court, but there are many different ways they can support their local venue.
Whether you’re working with local charities, driving sustainability, increasing a venue’s online presence, or promoting different ways for people to pick up a racket – the possibilities are endless…
What are the benefits of becoming an LTA Youth Tennis Leader?
The LTA Youth Tennis Leaders programme isn’t just rewarding, it’s fun, social and has a lasting impact on your community.
Here are a few key benefits of becoming a leader:
- Gives you a first step towards a career in tennis or another sport, e.g. becoming a Coach, Official or a Teacher in the future
- Supports applications for jobs or further education opportunities
- Connects you to your local community and make new friends
- Offers new skills that you can both on and off the court
How to get involved
If you’re interested in becoming an LTA Youth Tennis Leader – speak to a club coach or secondary school teacher who can register you on the course.
All resources for coaches and teachers are available for free – find out more about how they can get you set up on the programme here.
Once set up, you’ll need to complete your introductory course, as well as one other training module and then you’re ready to get started.