Junior Coaching
We have a thriving junior coaching programme at Downend & Frenchay Tennis Club. Please use the links below to book your place. If you’re unsure which session is right for your child, or if a course appears full, please get in touch and we’ll be happy to help.
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​We offer free taster sessions for all groups, so feel free to contact us to arrange one. If you’d like to join partway through the term, get in touch to check availability and discuss a reduced fee.
Downend & Frenchay Tennis Club
Spring Term | 5th Jan - 2nd April 2026
​Fun multi-skills sessions aimed at helping develop the foundations of agility, balance and co-ordination. Suitable for ages 3-5.
Saturday Sessions
Our Saturday sessions are fun, engaging group classes designed to get players truly loving tennis. With a focus on enjoyment, energy, and confidence-building, these lively sessions help players develop their skills, make friends, and enjoy the game in a positive, supportive environment.
Development Sessions
Our development sessions offer progressive coaching designed to improve technique and build effective matchplay. With a focus on purposeful training, growing confidence, and developing all-court skills, these sessions help players strengthen their game, understand tactics, and progress in a supportive, focused environment.
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Performance Sessions
Our Performance Sessions are designed for our higher performing juniors. These sessions provide a more challenging training environment, focusing on advanced technique, tactical development, and higher-level matchplay to help players reach their full potential.
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Youth Start: Simply Tennis 4 Kids
Our Intro course is perfect for children aged 5–10 who are new to tennis. Across six high-quality sessions, kids are introduced to the sport in a fun, relaxed, and supportive environment.
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All for just £35, and your child receives four fantastic items worth over £80, including:
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A brand-new racket
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A Simply Tennis branded water bottle
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A certificate of completion
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Six quality tennis lessons
Free Monday Tots Sessions
Fun multi-skills sessions aimed at helping develop the foundations of agility, balance and co-ordination. Suitable for ages 2+. We are pleased to offer this course free of charge using funding from Winterbourne Parish Council.
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Shaftesbury Park, Frenchay Park Rd, Winterbourne, Bristol BS16 1LG
Starting Monday 12th January 2026