The STA ITF Play Tennis Coaching Course is a mandatory introductory level tennis coaching course by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) to acquire the necessary competencies for entry to STA Level 1 Technical Coaching Course.

This is a 35-hour blended learning course with face-to-face and online subjects included in the course. (3 hours of online learning pre-course & 32 hours of on-court sessions).

The aim of the ITF Play Tennis course is to help participants understand how to introduce tennis to beginner players of all ages, organising and delivering tennis sessions in a fun and effective learning environment.

Upon the successful completion of the ITF Play Tennis course the participants will be able to work with young beginner players i.e., 10-and-under children and adult beginner players i.e., ITN 10 with guidance from Head Coaches.

To progress to the STA Level 1 Technical Coaching Course, participants are required to pass all assessments (written, tennis ability and group lesson) with recommendation to progress from the tutors.

Pre-course schedule to be completed online via the ITF ACADEMY before commencement of the course

• For further queries, please reach out to Ashlina at ashlina.ali@singtennis.org.sg

A follow-up course from the STA ITF Play Tennis Course to prepare coaches to work independently.

This is a 86-hour blended learning course with face-to-face and online subjects included in the course. (6 hours of online learning pre-course & 80 hours of on-court sessions)

Upon the successful completion of the STA Level 1 Technical Coaching Course, the participants will be able to work independently with beginner & intermediate players.

Participants will continue to develop their knowledge of the role of the coach, player development, methodology strategy, tactics, technique, biomechanics, physical and mental aspects to successfully coach beginner and intermediate players

The course will cover: