About Advantage Coach

Advantage Coach is Tennis Queensland’s exclusive development program for full-time Head Coaches and tennis centre operators.

It’s designed to accelerate business growth, leadership capability, and professional confidence through structured learning, peer connection, and national-level experiences. 

Program goals: 

  • Develop future-ready tennis business leaders 
  • Strengthen venue operations and team culture 
  • Provide access to expert-led workshops and summits 
  • Support regional and metro coaches equally through hybrid delivery 

This program is ideal for coaches ready to take the next step in their business journey. 

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Whether you're looking for more information about coaching programs, or additional resources as a coach – we're here to listen and connect you with the right support.

Program components

What’s included in 2026:

  • Monthly facilitator-led workshops on business topics 
  • Live online Q&A sessions with learning facilitators 
  • Tennis business tasks aligned to each workshop 
  • Access to two Business Coach Summits: 
    • Victorian Summit (April 2026) – includes accommodation and meals 
    • Queensland Summit (August 2026) – includes two nights’ accommodation and meals 
  • Hybrid delivery: attend in person at the Queensland Tennis Centre or online 

2026 program schedule:

Date Program 
Workshop: 5 February 11am–2pm 
Q&A: 26 February 11am–12pm
Welcome Workshop / Business Fundamentals hosted at the Queensland Tennis Centre 
Workshop: 5 March 11am–2pm
Q&A: 26 March 11am–12pm
Stakeholder Management & Agreements
Victorian Coaches Summit
13–15 April
TBC
Workshop: 7 May 11am–2pm
Q&A: 28 May 11am–12pm
Facility Management
Queensland Coach Summit
22–24 June 
Marketing & Customer Acquisition
Workshop: 16 July 11am–2pm
Q&A: 30 July 11am–12pm
Program Development
Workshop: 6 August 11am–2pm
Q&A: 27 August 11am–12pm
Events, Competitions & Community Engagement
Workshop: 3 September 11am–2pm
Q&A: 24 September 11am–12pm
Enhancing Customer Experience
Workshop: 8 October 11am–2pm
Q&A: 29 October 11am–12pm
Schools, Inclusion & Transition
Workshop: 5 November 11am–2pm
Q&A: 26 November 11am–12pm
Revenue Diversification
Brisbane International Coach Summit: January 2027 Graduation

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Expression of interest for the program

Applications for the 2026 program have now closed.

We'll share information about the 2027 registrations soon.

Need help getting started?

Whether you're looking for more information about coaching programs, or additional resources as a coach – we're here to listen and connect you with the right support.

Eligibility and expectations

Who can apply:

  • Tennis Australia Level 1 or 2 qualified coaches 
  • Current TA Coach Members 
  • Full-time aspiring Head Coaches at Tennis Queensland affiliated venues 
  • Head Coaches at new venues are also eligible 

Program expectations:

  • Attendance is compulsory for all scheduled components 
  • Participants must register for each session individually 
  • Spaces are strictly limited to 12 coaches 

Program investment: $800 (incl. GST) — covers all services, materials, and summit access 

Need help getting started?

Whether you're looking for more information about coaching programs, or additional resources as a coach – we're here to listen and connect you with the right support.

FAQs and apply

Frequently asked questions

Advantage Coach is a Tennis Queensland development program for full-time Head Coaches at affiliated venues. It’s designed to help coaches grow their business, lead their teams, and access exclusive workshops, summits and support.

Participants receive monthly workshops, live Q&A sessions, business tasks, and access to two Business Coach Summits — one in Victoria and one in Queensland. The program also includes tailored support and peer networking.

You must be a current Tennis Australia Business Coach Member, lead a coaching team with active TA memberships, and be based at a Tennis Queensland affiliated venue. Coaches at new venues are also welcome.

Yes. The 2026 program investment is $800 (incl. GST), which covers all workshops, summit access, accommodation, and materials.

Yes. Attendance is required for all scheduled components to maintain your place in the program. Each session must be registered for individually.

Potentially. If components are still available, you may be accepted. Otherwise, you’ll need to wait for the next intake.

No. Only the Head Coach who meets the program criteria can attend. Substitutions aren’t permitted.

It’s a funding initiative supporting three projects: Student to Assistant Coach, Regional Coach Education Support, and Coach Travel Support. Applications are assessed on merit and community impact.

Applications for the 2026 program have now closed.

We'll share information about the 2027 registrations soon.

Need help getting started?

Whether you're looking for more information about coaching programs, or additional resources as a coach – we're here to listen and connect you with the right support.