Woking LTCC Junior Performance Player Guide 2015 At Woking LTCC we are regularly trying to improve the programme to allow all players to get the most out of their tennis and reach full potential. Research has shown that there are key training and competition elements which players must put time and effort into to reach the highest levels in tennis, so here’s what's expected from all Performance Players in the programme..... ACADEMY SQUAD SESSIONS The key foundation of development is training with others of a similar age/level to learn how to compete against, as well as work with, to improve your game. Sessions are run by coaches of LTA Level 4 Performance (or equivalent) and above with 3-6 players per coach. The top players in each age group will be grouped where possible with Head of Performance – Mario Munoz, with other Level 4+ coaches; Matt Trevail, Jonny Thomson, Jamie Donaghy and Matt Swanston running the other academy squads. Players should be taking part in at least two sessions per week to realistically be able to keep up with others in their age group and the lesson plan for the term will be Costs: Academy squads are booked into via the club website or booking form. All charges are termly (£10.50/hr), with players given a 15% discount for 2 squads and 20% discount for doing 3 squads. Discounts are only given when paying for the full term no later than the second week in. Academy Squad Structure - Groups are split into Orange/Green/12U/14U/16U/18U and players are assessed for grouping based on LTA rating/ranking, competition results over the last 6 months and attitude on court. A good technical base of shots and footwork, as well as understanding of a range of tactical situations to use in points is essential. Players may “play-up” an age group if an appropriate level has been reached. Junior Academy - For the majority academy groups, players are expected to be competing at least once a month at grade 5 level or in ratings matches and aspire to challenge for places in AEGON teams each summer. Woking Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club Pine Road, Hook Heath, Woking, Surrey, GU22 0DX www.wltcc.org.uk Email: [email protected] Tel: 01483 730104 High Performance Academy (HPA) - Players are expected to be training a minimum of 6hrs/week and regularly competing at grade 2/3/4 tournaments all year round. They must strive to compete with the best and have an extremely hard working attitude, with good sportsmanship at all times. HPA Squad Ratings (rough guide only, subject to regular change): Orange HPA: O2 – O1* Green HPA: O1* - G2 12U HPA: G1 – 7.2 14U HPA: 7.2 – 6.2 16U HPA: 6.1 – 5.1 18U HPA: 4.2 – 3.2 Reports: All academy players will receive an end of term report card detailing areas of improvement and areas which need concentrating on. Rainy Days: Please never assume a squad is cancelled with bad weather. Many sessions will be moved inside to the Fitness Studio for S&C or the Meeting Room for Mental Conditioning (parents should get a text if we ever have to cancel). Academy Scholarship - Players who have been selected for “Regional” LTA camps in the past 6 months and/or winning at Grade 3 and above may apply for a Scholarship Package; Inc. “HEAD” sponsorship (rackets/clothing) and their “third-squad” free of charge. Players must also be taking individual lessons at the club and represent Woking LTCC in AEGON matches and tournaments (please email [email protected] for further details). PRIVATE/SHARED LESSONS These lessons enable players to individually work on any aspect of their game with the coach and are a key part to reaching a high level technically, especially key stroke and footwork patterns. These can be taken individually or in pairs (please see coaches list for bio and contact details). Costs: Please pay all coaches directly at the below rates and buy floodlight tokens at the bar when required. Mario Munoz (Head of Performance): Academy players taking part in a minimum of two squads per week are eligible to apply for private lessons with Mario Munoz and/or assistant Jose Luis who teach using the Spanish training methods. Individual Lessons: £35/hr (only available off-peak). Paired Lessons: £22.50/hr Woking Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club Pine Road, Hook Heath, Woking, Surrey, GU22 0DX www.wltcc.org.uk Email: [email protected] Tel: 01483 730104 Matt Trevail (Head of Tennis): Individual Lessons £35/hr. Paired Lessons: £18/hr Jonny Thomson (Head of Junior Tennis): Individual Lessons £30/hr. Paired Lessons: £18/hr Jamie Donaghy (Teen Performance Specialist): Individual Lessons £30/hr. Paired Lessons: £18/hr Matt Swanston (Mini Tennis Performance Specialist): Individual Lessons £30/hr. Paired Lessons: £18/hr Hitting Sessions (for players under 12yrs): Basic practise with one of the Assistant Coaches/Leaders: £12/hr (ask current coach or see noticeboard for listings) OTHER IMPORTANT ASPECTS Strength and Conditioning – As junior players get older, physical attributes have more of an effect on performance, so players need to get into a regular exercise/stretching routine aid physical development and reduce the risk of injury. Ask your coach for guidance or contact Tom Hall (fitness trainer) for individualised plans (see contact lists). A basic tennis S&C guide is also available from the office and coaches can go through exercises in an individual lesson. PRACTISE!! - All too often forgotten is simply coming to the club to practise with friends and family. Rally, play points, play a match, it all helps improve your game!! Video/Digital Analysis Sessions - Hawk Eye Analysis expect Ollie Clough will be introducing a new package for players to analyse their game using the latest digital software and racket analysis devices (from Feb 15'). Mental Conditioning - Sports Psychology expert Ashley Mount is available for individual sessions for those wanting to enhance their mental game. Parents Evening/Meetings - Once a term parents will have the chance to discuss the tennis programme with the coaches and get advice on schedules, goals, expectations etc. Individual slots are also available to discuss more pressing issues you may have, please just email your individual coach. Woking Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club Pine Road, Hook Heath, Woking, Surrey, GU22 0DX www.wltcc.org.uk Email: [email protected] Tel: 01483 730104 COMPETITION Tournaments/Matchplay - Doing all the lessons can be fun, but never as rewarding as playing well in a match and to do this, players need to be REGULARLY COMPETING all year round. Please ask the coach what grade of competition you should be entering, as tournament entries are all done through the LTA website. A lists of Woking tournament is always displayed in the clubhouse and all players are expected to compete in the main events each year; Club Championships, Whitsun Open and Woking Open tournaments. Ratings Box Leagues - Ratings show your level of tennis and get you entry into tournaments (G4/G5), so everyone in the programme is automatically entered to play others within the club to help improve ratings. Remember; playing someone your own rating can only be a benefit, as it will never harm your rating, so get competing!! AEGON League Teams - Every Summer Woking has multiple teams from 8U – 18U to represent the club in this national league. All academy players are expected to do their best to be available on match dates and “A” teams are selected based on current rating/ranking. In “B” and “C” teams, we will endeavour to give all players in the team squad a chance to play. Player Analysis during Competition - It is often a good idea to “match-chart” when watching players to see where mistakes are commonly happening. Coaches will watch players in home tournaments where possible, but please be aware coaches are expected to charge a 50% rate for their time when coming out to specific matches. This can be very useful, so please take advantage of their observational skills! OVERSEAS TOURS The club will be organising regular annual trips to overseas training academies (e.g. Sanchez-Casal, Barcelona Oct 14’) to give players the chance to train at the highest level, as well as benefit from the great tennis and personal development opportunities these provide. Keep your eye out for updates, as spaces are usually limited. Woking Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club Pine Road, Hook Heath, Woking, Surrey, GU22 0DX www.wltcc.org.uk Email: [email protected] Tel: 01483 730104 Terms and Conditions Payments - All payments must be made in advance of the coaching session and coaches may not allow players to participate if not paid for. Payments can be done by BACS, by Debit Card at the bar (3% fee for Credit Cards) or by cheque or cash at the office. - Payments must be made for the full term, unless a player is new and a “pro-rata” discount may be given. Membership - Players over 8yrs may participate in a one term trial as a guest (guest fees applicable), but then must join the club as a member to continue taking part in coaching (no discounts can be given). Discounts - Discounts can only be taken when paying for the full term no later than the 2nd week of term (no exceptions given) and only one discount can be given. - Sibling discount: A 2nd or 3rd or 4th child may be given a 15% discount. - Multi-Squad discount: Two squads = 15% off all squads. Three squads = 20% off all squads (fitness, drills and matchplay sessions are not eligible for discounts). Refunds - If a player cannot attend a session, for whatever reason, no refunds can be given. - If a player is injured or ill for over two weeks and can provide a Doctors or Physiotherapists note, they are able to freeze their account and get credit towards the following term. Behaviour - All players are expected to conform to the LTA Fair Play Values (displayed on the noticeboard). - Coaches have the right to ask a player to sit out of a session or part of a session if behaviour is poor or they are disrupting the group. Players will be given an initial warning, then parents informed after lessons if this is a repeated. If poor behaviour continues coaches can remove players from the group and no refunds will be given. Wet Weather Policy - The club has porous courts specifically installed to cope with wet weather, so coaching will always go ahead unless the coach deems the weather extremely poor, no indoor activities are possible and is forced to cancel the session. In this situation “rain-weeks” will be completed at the end of term. In the rare occasion that these cannot be completed, credit will be given for the following term. No refunds can be given if players cannot make it. All Players and Parents to PLEASE REMEMBER - Always arrive in plenty of time prior to the START of the lesson. - Always bring water and tennis bag with racket and suitable clothing. - Take necessary toilet visits prior to the sessions. - Inform the coach at the previous lesson or by text/email if you can't make it. - Inform the coach if there is any changes relating or medical or behavioural conditions. Woking LTCC holds the rights to amend any of the Terms and Conditions Woking Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club Pine Road, Hook Heath, Woking, Surrey, GU22 0DX www.wltcc.org.uk Email: [email protected] Tel: 01483 730104
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