Tennis ACT is excited to launch a new program designed to encourage, motivate and introduce girls to tennis.<\/p>\n
The program will be piloted in term 4, and is open to female players 12-17 years across Canberra and region.<\/p>\n
Each week sessions will consist of on court activities as well as the chance to have fun off court. There will be a range of off court activities to inspire and enhance health and wellness for participants including nutrition sessions, learning how to make healthy snacks and much more.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s fun, social, non-competitive, best of all you, as the participant, get to determine how, and what you play!<\/p>\n
Tennis 4 Teens<\/strong> will start in Term 4 and sessions will run for 60-90 minutes, and cater for all abilities. This is a great chance to let off some steam, get active and socialise with friends.<\/p>\n Tennis ACT School Development Coordinator Brittany Hughes<\/strong> said the program is all about having fun.<\/p>\n “This program is a perfect for girls wanting to have a hit in a very social environment. We have dedicated and passionate coaches, who are excited to get the program underway in their clubs. I encourage all girls to come along and have a go”.<\/p>\n World No.1 Ash Barty<\/strong> has previously spoken about the importance of empowering girls to play sport for themselves and to ignore peer and societal pressures.<\/p>\n \u201cAside from the obvious health benefits, sport is a fantastic way to develop confidence and feel good by doing something physical. I hope to see more girls take up sport, whatever they choose.<\/p>\n \u201cYou don\u2019t have to be a professional athlete to experience the gifts sport delivers. The most important thing is having a go and having fun.\u201d<\/p>\n RELATED: ASH BARTY ENCOURAGES GIRLS TO STAY IN SPORT<\/a><\/p>\n