Training for coaches and instructors

A Recreational Coach Workshop is an interactive, on-court training program designed for tennis teachers and coaches working with players at the recreational level.

Taught by a specially trained, certified teaching professional, this active 6-hour session covers:

• Teaching large groups
• The games-based approach to coaching
• The QuickStart Tennis format
• Running effective team practices

• The Top 10 Games Every Coach Should Know

 

Who attends a Recreational Coach Workshop?

These workshops are an excellent primer for new coaches as well as a valuable refresher course for those with teaching experience but who seek more current methods and effective tools. Past attendees include: 
 

• Parents seeking the basics in coaching and organizing team tennis
• Park and Recreation instructors, high school, and seasonal coaches
• Coaches teaching kids and adults who are new to the game

• Current players seeking part-time teaching jobs

 

Upon completion of the six-hour workshop, attendees will:

 

• Become eligible for membership as a PTR Recreational Coach and in USPTA as a Developmental Coach. (Please note that these are educational memberships, not teaching certifications.Also, the USTA does not certify teaching professionals. If you are interested in becoming a certified teaching pro, please contact the PTR or USPTA.)
• Be able to effectively run entry level groups and teams

• Receive access to the latest in transition ball technology and additional coaching resources

 

Top trainers. Top results.

Our faculty are all certified by the PTR and/or USPTA and have received special training from the USTA.  

The USTA assigns trainers based on reasonable time and travel requirements. Once a trainer is assigned to a workshop, he or she will work with the host site director to ensure all appropriate arrangements are made for a successful workshop. Workshops must have a minimum of 20 participants.

Why host a workshop?
 

Providing high quality instructors and coaches will make your program more attractive to local consumers.  Plus, as a Host site you will receive even more benefits from the USTA: 

• Financial reimbursement based upon completed evaluations
• Certified trainer at no cost to the workshop host
• Customizable marketing materials to promote the workshop
• Youth and adult curriculum materials

 

 

It's easy to get started today.

If your Park & Recreation Agency, Club, NJTL, Community Tennis Association, or other organization is interested in hosting one of these workshops, please visit the RCW Host Site Resource page. 

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