Junior Tennis Coaching

JUNIOR TENNIS IN EXETER

Learn, Play and Grow with Junior Tennis Coaching at Exeter Golf & Country Club

Looking for the best junior tennis coaching in Exeter?

At Exeter Golf & Country Club, we provide fun, professional tennis lessons for children aged 4 years and over, helping every player develop confidence, fitness and lifelong tennis skills. Whether your child is picking up a racket for the first time or looking to compete, our LTA-qualified coaches deliver engaging sessions in a friendly, supportive environment – plus with our Children’s Memberships they can also swim in heated indoor and outdoor pools, with other available* bolt-ons such as Gym, Golf, Squash and Racketball. 

✓ Beginners Welcome
✓ LTA Qualified Coaches
✓ Ages 4–16
✓ Free Taster Session Available

Book a Free Trial Today 

*prices apply and gym bolt-on available for 14 and over

Book A Free Trial

Give your child the opportunity to learn a new sport, build confidence, make friends and enjoy being active. Contact our Head of Rackets, James Temple, to organise a free session for your child.

Why Choose Our Junior Tennis Programme?

Our coaching programme is designed to help every child enjoy tennis while learning the skills to improve at their own pace.

Children benefit from:

Expert LTA-qualified coaching
Age and ability-specific groups
Small coaching ratios
Fun, engaging sessions
Safe and welcoming environment
Opportunities to play matches and competitions
A clear pathway from beginner to advanced player

Our aim is simple – to help children develop confidence on and off the court while creating a lifelong love of tennis.

Private Junior Tennis Lessons

Want your child to progress even faster?

Our coaches also offer individual and small group lessons tailored to each player’s needs.

Private coaching is ideal for:

Beginners
Improving technique
School team players
Tournament preparation
Building confidence

Contact our coaching team to arrange a lesson.

Tennis Coaching for Every Age

Saturday mornings are our most popular coaching sessions and are perfect for children of all abilities.

Red Ball (Ages 4–8)

A fun introduction to tennis using smaller courts, softer balls and games that develop coordination, balance and basic racket skills.

Perfect for complete beginners.


Orange Ball (Ages 8–9)

Players learn to rally, serve and score while improving movement and consistency in an enjoyable group environment.

Ideal for children progressing from beginner level.


Green Ball (Ages 8–11)

Children begin playing on larger courts while developing stronger technique, tactical awareness and match play confidence.

Suitable for improving players.


Teen Tennis (Ages 11+)

Designed for older juniors, these sessions focus on technical development, tactical awareness, fitness and competitive play.

Groups are available for beginners, improvers and advanced players.

Summer 2026 Course Prices

25th April – 18th July (excluding 30th May)
Keep an eye out for details of the next course from September to December.

10.15am-11.00am: Red (4-8)
£90.00

11.00am-12.00pm: Orange/Green (8-11)
£102.00

12.00pm-1.00pm: Yellow (11+)
£102.00

Summer Holiday Clubs

Accredited LTA coaches, run sessions for 6 - 15 year olds, from 10am - 1pm on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday in the Summer Holidays with fun drills and games designed to help your child learn new skills and develop their game.

Summer Holiday Clubs

Accredited LTA coaches, run sessions for 6 - 15 year olds, from 10am - 1pm on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday in the Summer Holidays with fun drills and games designed to help your child learn new skills and develop their game.

the latest
tennis tech

Find out about the revolutionary AI tennis performance technology on our tennis court and available for free for Tennis Members.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does my child need previous experience?

No. We welcome complete beginners as well as experienced players.

Does my child need a tennis racket?

No. Rackets can be provided for new players.

Can my child try a session first?

Yes. We offer a free taster session so your child can experience coaching before joining.

What should my child wear?

Comfortable sports clothing and trainers suitable for outdoor courts.

Do children need to be club members?

We offer children a free taster session and permit one coaching course as a non-member. After that membership is required either as a full Junior Member to include swimming pools and access to the wider club, or a number of Junior Coaching Memberships which only permit access to the courts for specific lessons.

Book Your Free Taster Session

Give your child the opportunity to learn a new sport, build confidence, make friends and enjoy being active.

Our experienced coaching team will recommend the most suitable group based on your child’s age and ability.

Ready to get started?

Book Junior Tennis Coaching

Contact James Temple our Head of Rackets for all the details about booking junior tennis coaching, LTA tennis programmes, get into courses, school events, and the tennis membership options.

Book Junior Tennis Coaching

Contact James Temple our Head of Rackets for all the details about booking junior tennis coaching, LTA tennis programmes, get into courses, school events, and the tennis membership options.