Tennis coaching has always been a rewarding career and plays a crucial role in the development of tennis players from grassroots to Grand Slams. The tennis community has continued to evolve with a growing focus on professional development and pathways for coaches to enhance their skills and abilities. In Queensland, there are many coaching courses and professional development workshops offered to coaches designed to grow knowledge in various aspects of tennis coaching.
By participating in these programs, coaches can gain a deeper understanding of tennis techniques and strategies, as well as enhance their ability to communicate with players and build successful coaching relationships. Additionally, provide networking opportunities with other professionals in the field.
Tennis Queensland Head of Coach and Player Pathways, Sheridan Adams said, "It is important for coaches to prioritise their own learning and growth so it enables better training and guidance for their players to succeed both on and off the court."
The opportunities for coaching pathways in Queensland aren't just limited to adults but do provide programs for the younger generation looking to get a foot in the door and give them the foundations to be high-quality coaches. The success of the Emerging Leaders Program has been seen across the five regions in the state with many participants securing their Community Coaching Course qualification and experiencing real-life coaching and tournaments.
Courses like the Emerging Leaders Program guides youth at the beginning of their tennis journey and shapes the next generation of coaches with the necessary skills to be successful.
Tennis Queensland Field Manager, Nick Todorov says, "Empowering and training our youth in coaching and administration has meant the region is in good hands for the future and will allow our clubs to deliver high-quality events and continue to build participation in the years to come."
For those who are interested in furthering their coaching career or are passionate to start their coaching journey, see below the 2023 Coaching Workshops and get started today.
Course
Location
Dates
| Community Coaching CourseCourse Information including schedule | Toowoomba | 10, 13-14 & 16 May, 2023Applications closed |
| Regional Business Coaches SummitCourse InformationEnrol Now | Brisbane/ Sunshine Coast | 18th, 19th & 20th May, 2023 |
| Community Coaching CourseCourse Information including schedule | Cairns | 17, 20-21 & 23 May, 2023Applications closed |
| Women's Foundation Coaching CourseCourse InformationEnrol Now | Mooloolaba (Sunshine Coast) | 4 June, 2023Applications close: 15 May |
| Women's Foundation Coaching CourseCourse InformationEnrol Now | Biloela | 11 June, 2023Applications close: 22 May |
| Women's Foundation Coaching CourseCourse InformationEnrol Now | Brisbane | 18 June, 2023Applications close: 29 May |
| Community Coaching CourseCourse Information including scheduleEnrol Now | Brisbane | 20, 22-23 & 26 July, 2023Applications close: 3 Jul |
| Women's Community Coaching CourseCourse Information including scheduleEnrol Now | Sunshine Beach (Sunshine Coast) | 19, 22-23 & 26 July, 2023Applications close: 3 Jul |
| Community Coaching CourseCourse Information including scheduleEnrol Now | South Bundaberg | 28 - 30 July, 2023Applications close: 10 Jul |
| Community Coaching CourseCourse Information including scheduleEnrol Now | Southport (Gold Coast) | 10, 12-13 & 17 August, 2023Applications close: 24 Jul |
| Community Coaching CourseCourse Information including scheduleEnrol Now | Gladstone | 30 August, 2-3 & 6 September, 2023Applications close: 14 Aug |
| Women's Foundation Coaching Course | Cairns | 3 September, 2023 |
| Junior Development Coaching Course(incorporating SIS30521 Certificate III in Sport Coaching)Course SchedulePresident's Women In Tennis Scholarship Application Form | Brisbane | October 2023 to March 2024Applications to open mid-2023 |
| Women's Foundation Coaching Course | Townsville | 22 October, 2023 |
| Women's Community Coaching Course | Burleigh Waters (Gold Coast) | 30 November, 2-3 & 7 December, 2023 |
| Women's Community Coaching Course | Mt Isa/Good Sheppard College | 2023 |
*Workshops are subject to change, for all up to date information please visit here.
Additional Workshops
Workshop
Location
Dates
| Coach Connect Workshop & Networking EventPresented by Emma Hayman, Isabella Fede & Lisa AyresThe theme for the on-court element for this Coach Connect workshop will be "scaling up and scaling down drills for green ball squads." | 11:00am to 1:30pm | Register Now | Queensland Tennis Centre | 19 May, 2023 |
| Building and Maintaining A Tennis AthletePresented by Alex HynesLet Alex explain the secrets to improving athleticism, speed & agility, and how this links to tennis-specific movement in tennis. This will show you how to ensure your athletes develop the necessary athletic qualities to ensure they can maximise their bodies in the modern game of tennis. | 10:00am to 12:00pm | Register Now | Queensland Tennis Centre | 22 June, 2023 |
*Workshops are subject to change, for all up to date information please visit here.
School to Coach Support
| SCHOOL COME & TRY DAY | |
| Available Coach Support | $500 |
| Program Description | $500 to assist Tennis Queensland Affiliates to promote and resource coaches to deliver a "Come and Try" day at schools. |
| Eligible Activities | Activities are necessary to deliver the Program, which will be delivered prior to 30 June 2023. The Tennis Queensland affiliate acknowledges and agrees that any coach engaged in connection with the Program must be an active coach (TA coach member or otherwise) and has all current background checks as required by the Tennis Australia Member Protection Policy |
| InformationApply Now | |