Gorleston Lawn Tennis Club

Adult Coaching

Whether you are a regular club player or a newbie to tennis, we have coaching sessions to accommodate the needs of any adult tennis player.

We provide a complete coaching experience for adult players and have a number of weekly coaching sessions to help you improve your game, meet new friends and improve your fitness.

Coaching sessions run throughout the year for 47 weeks of the year. Players can sign up for our weekly programme by taking out a Coaching Plan. Coaching Plans have been developed to help parents and players spread the cost of coaching in one affordable monthly fee, so everyone can enjoy the benefits of professional tuition.

Find a book a two-week free pass below👇🏾

Overview

Tennis is great fun and is accessible to all ages and skill levels. But there are other benefits to picking up a racket and playing…

As well as serving up plenty of smiles, tennis is good for your physical and mental health. It can help lower body fat while improving muscle toning, strength and flexibility. It can even help you to live longer.

In terms of mental health, exercise is hugely important in maintaining a good state of mind. Playing a game of tennis will release those happy endorphins to help you feel great!

It is also a fantastic way to spend some time with family and friends and will provide you with the opportunity to meet new people.

We offer a complete coaching experience for adult tennis players and even offer two-weeks free, so you can try a couple of group coaching sessions first. We offer group sessions at each level of play, including a range of courses, clinics and drop-in sessions.

Standards Guide

To enjoy tennis, players want to play with people of a similar standard.  We understand this and therefore have adopted a standards guide to help determine which coaching sessions are right for you:

Private Lessons

What better way to fast track your improvement than with a one-on-one coaching session – an hour (or two) just for you to develop those areas of your game most important to you!

Individual or small group coaching are a great way of accelerating your learning. Tennis can be a challenging game to master and group coaching is a great way to get started. 1:1 time with a qualified coach can help you improve your game over a period of time. Many players like to supplement their group learning sessions with individuals to get the best of both worlds.

Individual coaching with our coaches will accelerate learning, improve confidence, help master technique, offer opportunity to give your practice or group sessions a focus, and it’s a great workout.

You can choose to go it alone or you may wish to organise a small group (up to 2 players) or play with a friend to share the cost.

To book and for more information please contact us

Junior Coaching

Our junior tennis programmes have been developed in partnership with the LTA to help players accelerate their learning and development. In addition, we offer a complete schedule of after-school and weekend tennis coaching for players aged four years old and up.

Coaching sessions run throughout the year, including during school holidays for 47 weeks of the year. In addition, the programme breaks for Easter (one week), Summer (two weeks) and during the Christmas break (two weeks). This helps provide a consistent approach to learning and nurturing player development.

Players can sign up for our weekly programme by taking out a Coaching Plan. Coaching Plans help parents and players spread the cost of coaching in one affordable monthly fee so that everyone can enjoy the benefits of professional tuition.

Find a book a two-week free pass below.👇🏾

Private Lessons

What better way to fast track your improvement than with a one-on-one coaching session – an hour (or two) just for you to develop those areas of your game most important to you!

Individual or small group coaching is a great way of accelerating your learning. Tennis can be a challenging game to master and group coaching is a great way to get started. 1:1 time with a qualified coach can help you improve your game over a period of time. Many players like to supplement their group learning sessions with individuals to get the best of both worlds.

Individual coaching with our coaches will accelerate learning, improve confidence, help master technique, offer the opportunity to give your practice or group sessions a focus, and it’s a great workout.

You can choose to go it alone or you may wish to organise a small group (up to 2 players) or play with a friend to share the cost.

To book and for more information please contact us

Coaching Fees

Start out with a two-week free pass and then get access to our tennis programme, which runs for 47 weeks per year, in one affordable monthly Coaching Plan.

If you are a member of the club, then you will be eligible for a 1 month free coaching pass instead of the standard 2 weeks. If you are a member and looking to join our weekly coaching, then please email hello@nationaltennis.org.uk and we will be able to help redeem this special member offer!

A Coaching Plan is paid monthly with no fixed-term contract; making them flexible and most importantly affordable! After 6-months we’ll upgrade you to Coaching Plan+, unlocking 50% off junior holiday camps and free competitions!

* A £2.50 one-off set-up fee is payable during registration.

Free Pass

We’re so confident you’ll love tennis as much as us, we offer a two-week FREE PASS for new customers to try two coaching sessions free of charge! You’ve got two-weeks from the date of registration to decide if the session is right for you, if not you can cancel at any time during your trial.

How do I register for my free pass?

To start your free pass, simply select your preferred session from our timetable, complete the registration form and payment method, and your set to attend your first session with us!

Why do I need a payment method to start a free pass?

We ask for a payment method to ensure you don’t have any interruption to your coaching after the free pass.

You won’t be charged during your free pass, and you can cancel anytime. We’ll remind you when your free pass is about to end, so you can cancel your account if you’d rather not become a Coaching Plan subscriber. If you choose to continue after your pass ends, you’ll be automatically charged one low monthly fee to access our weekly programme and inclusive holiday camps.

*Free pass duration and availability may vary. Available for new and returning players of 3 months only. Offer entitles player free access on two group coaching sessions. Cancel anytime during the pass. Free pass period starts at the date of registration. At expiry standard coaching plan fees, terms and conditions apply. 

FAQs

Below are some frequently asked questions. If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for please contact us and will respond as soon as possible.

How do Coaching Plans work?

Coaching Plans give players access to our group coaching programme in one affordable monthly fee. To join a coaching session(s) on our coaching programme you will need to have an active Coaching Plan.

When you start your tennis journey you’ll join us as a Coaching Plan subscriber. A Coaching Plan gives you access to our weekly group coaching programme that runs for 47 weeks per year. You’ll be able to access our holiday camp programmes and competitions and you can book and pay online via our website.

After you’ve been with us for 6-months, you’ll automatically be upgraded to Coaching Plan+. A plus plan gives you free access to our holiday camps for juniors and free access to Grand Slam competition events for adults. You’ll continue to benefit from this free access for as long as you remain an active Coaching Plan+ subscriber.

How do know when I have been upgraded to Coaching Plan+?

We’ll let you know as soon as you have been automatically upgraded to Coaching Plan+ via email. As soon as you have received confirmation from us you’ll be able to book camps and rand Slam events for free online. When booking online all you need to do is select that you are a member and the discount of 100% will be automatically applied!

I’m rejoining and used to hold a Coaching Plan+ subscription, do I get automatically upgraded?

No, sorry! If you are rejoining you’ll need to start off on our Coaching Plan subscription. After 6-months you’ll be automatically upgraded to Coaching Plan+.

I’m currently a Coaching Plan+ subscriber and looking to join an additional player, do they get Coaching Plan+ too?

Afraid not. Each player has their own unique subscription and the additional player would need to join as a Coaching Plan subscriber and they’ll be automatically upgraded after 6-months.

If you are booking camps or competitions for more than one player with different subscriptions, all you need to do is select whether they are a member or non-member. If they are a member (Coaching Plan+) they’ll get the 100% discount applied, if not (Coaching Plan) then they will be a non-member and have to pay for the event.

Do I have to sign up for a minimum term?

No! We are so confident that players will find our coaching enjoyable, affordable and convenient that we offer our Coaching Plans with no fixed term contract.  If in the unlikely event that you would like to cancel your plan, all you have to do is contact us giving us four weeks written a notice to cancel.

If you are a Coaching Plan+ subscriber and decide to cancel, you will lose your free access benefits. If you rejoin at a later date you’ll join as a Coaching Plan subscriber and will have to wait for 6-months to unlock Coaching Plan+

Is there a joining fee?

If you are joining one of our programmes you may be required to become a venue member first.  We’ll let you know if there is a venue membership to pay when you get in touch, but don’t worry our partnered venue membership fees are extremely affordable.

How many times per week should I play?

We encourage players to play at least twice per week to benefit from our coaching. Whether that be attending one coaching session and having a hit with a friend, or attending two coaching sessions per week.

It only costs an extra £25 per month to join a second session per week – we offer this discount as it really helps accelerate and develop your game. Andy Murray didn’t turn pro training once per week!

When registering online you’ll have the option to select two sessions to attend.

Does the programme run during the school holidays?

Yes! Coaching sessions run throughout the year, including during school holidays for 47 weeks of the year. The programme breaks for Bank Holidays, Easter (one-week), Summer (two-weeks during the last week of summer holidays and the first week of the new school term) and during the Christmas break (two weeks).

This helps provide a consistent approach to ensure all players continue to learn and progress on the programme throughout the year.

The majority of adult coaching sessions continue to run throughout the year. There are some cases where morning or lunchtime coaching sessions may be rescheduled if they conflict with junior holiday camps.

What happens if it rains?

In rain or bad weather, the coach will always be at the coaching venue unless it is dangerous for them to travel there such as in heavy snow. During inclement weather conditions, indoor tennis based activities/quizzes will be provided if the venue has facilities (such as a clubhouse). Where there is no indoor facility and the venue is too dangerous to deliver and play tennis the coach will aim to inform all players no later than 30 minutes before the start of each session of the cancellation.  The coach will reschedule sessions or ask you to attend another session on the coaching programme to recoup the lost session.

Is there a pay and play option available?

Sorry, we don’t offer a pay as you play option for our junior programme. Players can join the programme by subscribing to a Coaching Plan. This helps us keep our administration costs down which keeps the costs to players at an affordable level.

We also strongly believe that regular attendance on the programme helps maintain the session suitability for the players alongside supporting players improve with groups of players of similar tennis standards.

What is a LTA Tennis Membership?

All players signing up for a Coaching Plan will be able to access a free Lite LTA Tennis Membership, run by our governing body, the LTA. You will need your tennis number to enter LTA sanctioned tournaments and competitions. You will then be able to view the matches that you have played, and your results, online. You will be notified of a change in your rating or ranking and will also receive monthly updates from The LTA.

For more information  and to sign up click here

Is there any special clothing I need to wear?

We are pretty relaxed, but a sports kit and shoes needs to be worn. We have a nice club kit available to buy if players are interested and you can purchase all your tennis kit from our sister company The Racket Factory – www.theracketfactory.com

Is the equipment provided, and do I need my own racket?

All equipment is provided during our coaching sessions. If you’d like your own racket, your coach will be able to advise you on the best choice for you and provide one to you at a discounted rate. You can always visit our online shop here if you like to purchase a racket sooner! www.theracketfactory.com

If you have any other questions that are not detailed above, please contact us

Looking for a tennis camp with a twist?

Recently we introduced a new LTA Youth Team Challenge format to our camps. Players compete in small teams for points over a short series of challenges, with players receiving certificates, stickers, prizes and medals for their efforts! Each holiday camp will have a different Team Challenge fun theme which will guide the fancy dress and sticker concepts for that camp! From animal onesie’s to superhero showdowns, our themed camps are all about combining tennis fun with creative, imaginative play.

At our holiday camps we don’t just focus on improving your tennis skills – we also want to make sure you have an unforgettable time!

Of course, tennis remains the heart of our holiday camps. We’ll help you develop core skills, coordination, and improve, so you can take your tennis to the next level. And because we believe that practice makes perfect, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to put your new skills to the test in fun games and competitions where rewards are based around good sportsmanship and effort.

Our camps are for all children aged 5-15 years old, just look for your camp based on age!

Mini Camp: For Players aged 5 – 10 years old

Junior Camp: For Players aged 11 – 15 year old

Price: £16 per day!

So why not come and join the fun during the holidays?

Cringleford Tennis Club (NR4 6XF)

East Anglia Tennis Club (NR2 2NQ)

Eaton Park (NR4 7AZ)

Gorleston Tennis Club (NR31 6SZ)

Heigham Park (NR2 3PA)

Hellesdon Community Tennis (NR6 5SR)

Taverham Tennis Club (NR8 6JR)

Coaching Plan+

If you hold a Coaching Plan+, which you achieve by coming to our weekly coaching sessions for 6 months, you can access Holiday Camps for 50% off – you will get your discount code sent to you in good time before the camp. 

If you are have lost your code or are struggling to find it, then please drop us an email on hello@nationaltennis.org.uk and we will be happy to help! Find out more about our award winning weekly coaching sessions by clicking HERE.

Get in touch

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Safeguarding

We strive to ensure that all children, young people and adults at risk are safeguarded from abuse and have an enjoyable tennis experience.

Everyone who is involved in tennis has a shared responsibility to support this by promoting the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk.

Reporting a Concern

National Tennis Association (NTA) strongly advise people to read our safeguarding policies and to contact us should they have any concerns.

Safeguarding Policy

Diversity and Inclusion Policy

If you have concerns or wish to report anything, you can contact NTA on: 0330 511 9496 (Monday-Friday, 10am-5pm). For further enquiries please email the Safeguarding Team at safeguarding@nationaltennis.org.uk.