Red Ball

Build confidence, rally, and learn to play the game

The perfect stage for young players to develop real tennis skills — building confidence, control, and the ability to rally.

Our goal is simple — to help your child rally, improve, and enjoy playing tennis each week.

Who It’s For

• Children aged 5–8 years+
• Players who are new to tennis or building early skills
• Players ready to learn how to rally and play

Ideal for children developing from basic skills into real tennis ability.

What You’ll Experience

Each session is designed to build real tennis skills while keeping players engaged and active.

• Development of all key tennis strokes, including forehands, backhands, serves, volleys and overheads
• Rallying and cooperative play
• Movement and positioning on court
• Game-based activities to reinforce learning

Players begin to develop the ability to:

• Rally consistently
• Control the ball
• Play simple points

All within a supportive environment where every player can improve.

Choose The Right Level

Players are grouped to ensure the best learning environment for each child.

If unsure, select the level that best matches your child’s age.

How It Works

Our junior group programs run on a term basis, helping players build consistency, confidence, and real progress over time.

• Choose a class time that suits your schedule
• Attend the same session each week
• Follow a structured program designed for your child’s level
• Players progress through levels as they develop

Tennis is a lifelong sport, and this is where your child builds a strong foundation for long-term development.

Session Times

Choose a weekly class time that suits your schedule.

Red Ball Timetable

Session times are shown for reference.

Live availability is confirmed through the booking portal, where you can view available places and secure your spot instantly.

Program Fees

Red Ball is a structured, term-based program.

$27.50 per session

Enrolments are for the full term, typically 9 weeks. If you join after the term has started, you will only pay for the remaining sessions.

• Paid per term by direct debit through the secure Excel Tennis Customer Portal
• Your payment method is stored securely for future term payments
• Once enrolled, your place in your selected weekly session is prioritised and automatically secured for the following term
• You will receive advance notice before each term payment is processed, with the option to adjust or stop your enrolment if needed

Simple and easy to manage.

Term Dates & Enrolments

Now Enrolling: Term 3 2026

Term 3 enrolments are now open and can be completed online, subject to availability.

Popular session times fill quickly, so we recommend booking early to secure your preferred class.

For classes that are currently full, join the waitlist online and we will contact you when a suitable place becomes available or if additional classes are added.

Term 3 2026
Commences from Sunday 12 July
9-week coaching term

View available class times, choose the most suitable option, and enrol online instantly.

Small group coaching. Limited places available.

A Clear Junior Tennis Pathway

Supporting players through every stage of their tennis journey.

Additional development opportunities include:

• Holiday Tennis Program for Munchkin Tennis, Red Ball and Orange Ball players
• School Holiday Competitive Match Play for Green and Yellow Ball players
• Private Coaching available at all stages

Green and Yellow Ball players may also participate in Junior Weekend Competition through Mentone Tennis Club while training with Excel Tennis.

These opportunities help players reinforce skills, build confidence, and accelerate their progress.

What to bring

• Racquet
• Water bottle