U14 and U18 National Age Group Programme
U14 National Age Group Programme
The U14 National Age Group Programme (NAGP) helps talented wheelchair tennis players aged 10 to 14 years old take the next step in their development.
Through exciting training camps, competition opportunities, and support from LTA national coaches and staff, players are challenged to improve their game, learn new skills, and perform at their best.
The programme is designed to help players build the technical, tactical, physical, and personal qualities needed to progress through the performance pathway and work towards competing at national and international level.
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LTA programme support (funding grant).
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Nomination for external funding grants (subject to availability).
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Four high-performance camps led by the LTA’s Wheelchair national coaching team.
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Tailored Individual Development Plan (IDP).
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Home-based programme visits with an assigned case manager (LTA national coach).
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Camp delivered sport science and medicine, psychology, nutrition and pathway education.
The programme has an annual selection process, which can be found here.
Have a question? Email us at disabilitytennis@lta.org.uk.
U18 National Age Group Programme
The U18 National Age Group Programme (NAGP) is designed to support the development of Great Britain’s highest potential junior wheelchair tennis players, preparing them for success on the international junior stage and progression into the Pro Transition or Pro Scholarship Programmes.
Primarily aimed at players aged 15 to 18 years old, the programme may also support exceptionally talented younger players whose performance level and developmental needs align with the programme environment. Through a highly individualised approach, players receive targeted support focused on optimising training, competition, and performance development.
The U18 NAGP provides access to high-quality coaching, performance support, and international competition opportunities, enabling players to develop the technical, tactical, physical, and psychological capabilities required to excel at elite standards.
Underpinned by a long-term player development philosophy, the programme is designed to prepare players for the demands of full-time professional competition and future success on the World Tennis Wheelchair Tennis Tour.
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LTA programme support (funding grant).
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Nomination to external funding grants (subject to availability).
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Four high-performance camps led by the LTA’s wheelchair national coaching team.
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Optional two additional tailored camps for and not limited to: Junior Grand Slam, Junior Masters and/or Junior World Team Cup preparation.
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Tailored Individual Development Plan (IDP).
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Home-based programme visits with an assigned case manager (LTA national coach).
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Medical and travel insurance.
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Regular National Tennis Centre training access (pre-agreed with case manager).
The programme has an annual selection process, which can be found here.
Have a question? Email us at disabilitytennis@lta.org.uk.