USTA Recreational Coach Workshops

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
  • Running effective team practices
  • The Top 10 Games and drills every coach should know
  • The QuickStart Tennis format

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:

  • Be eligible for membership with the Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) or the United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) as a Developmental Coach. (Please note that these are educational memberships, not teaching certifications. 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 team practices
  • Receive access to the latest in transition ball technology and additional coaching resources

Top Trainers & Top Results

Every faculty member is certified by PTR and/or USPTA and has 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 site
  • Customizable marketing materials to promote the workshop
  • Youth and adult curriculum materials
    USTA Teaching Group Tennis and Games Approach to Coaching videos

It’s easy to get started today.

If your Park & Recreation Agency, Club, NJTL, Community Tennis Association, or other organization is interested in hosting a workshop, please read the Host Site Manual and then complete the Host Site application. Both can be found from this link.