The Participation Coaching Course (Frm. Foundation Coaching Course) is tailored for individuals eager to start coaching Tennis or who are currently coaching under the supervision of a qualified Tennis coach. Now offered entirely online, this course allows participants to learn flexibly and at their own pace from any location.

Participants will engage in Hot Shots Tennis activities for Blue and Red stage players through online simulations, using equipment like modified balls, racquets, nets, and courts that meet the developmental needs of these players.

Aim of the course:

• Participate in Hot Shots Tennis activities and learn contemporary coaching methodologies

Learning outcomes:

• Assist in conducting safe Blue and Red stage Hot Shots Tennis activities under the guidance of a qualified Tennis coach
• Understanding of contemporary coaching methodology

Pre-requisites:

• No minimum requirements for this course

Length:

• 90 minutes of online instruction

Cost:

• This course is offered at no charge

Recommended for:

• Assistant coaches
• Players in coaching businesses identified by head coaches as potential assistant coaches
• University students / pre-service teachers
• Teachers
• Volunteers
• School students who have an interest in coaching Tennis

Career outcomes:

• Graduates will be able to work as assistant coaches under the direct supervision of a Tennis Australia qualified coach, helping to conduct Hot Shots Tennis sessions for Blue and Red stage players.

When and where is the next course?

This course is available online at anytime. Visit our online learning platform Bounce (click here) to enrol and immediately begin learning.

Steps to register for Bounce and enrol in the Participation online course — works for new participants who do not have an existing Bounce account:
1. Click the link to enrol – https://bounce.tennis.com.au/course/view.php?id=612 – which is available publicly at https://www.tennis.com.au/coaches/coach-education/participation-coaching
2. Create a new Bounce account on the login page
3. Confirm your account via the confirmation email link
4. Complete the signup form and select “Participation Coach” option as learner type
5. Login and access the course

If you have additional questions, please contact the Tennis Australia Coach Development team in your state or territory.