The Level 1 Tennis Assistant course is the starting point for people who want to get involved in tennis. It is aimed at people who are enthusiastic about tennis and want to help a coach deliver Mini Tennis.
It is run by U Coach, but endorsed by the UKCC (United Kingdom Coaching Certificate) and successful candidates will receive a Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Tennis awarded by 1st4sport.
The main objectives are to train candidates in how to assist an LTA licensed coach with groups of mini tennis players.
The course is three days - 2 consecutive days followed by a 3-6 week break for practical experience and a final 1 day assessment. During the 3-6 week break, candidates will need to complete their portfolio of evidence and complete a minimum of 3 hours coaching assistant experience with a licensed coach mentor.
Dates
- Sat 13 Feb 2010
- Sun 14 Feb 2010
- Sun 7 Mar 2010
Candidates must be a minimum of 16 years old on day one of the course.
All candidates will need to have an LTA CRB disclosure (less than 12 months old at the start of the course) before they can apply.
To apply for an LTA CRB disclosure please either: Email the CRB team crb@lta.org.uk with your full postal address or call on 0208 487 7179 or 7190
To apply for the Level 1 Tennis Assistant course please complete an application form and return together with a cheque made payable to U Coach for £185 to:
U Coach, 1 Bramble Close, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 4AN