The Queensland Tennis Centre offers high-quality tennis coaching programs for children and teenagers aged 3 to 16, catering to all skill levels from beginners to aspiring professionals. Our junior group coaching sessions are designed to provide personalized attention, ensuring each student can reach their full potential and enhance their skills.
The experienced and nationally accredited coaches at the Queensland Tennis Centre take pride in guiding our junior coaching development pathway. This pathway follows Tennis Australia’s Hot Shots philosophy, utilising modified courts and balls to provide children with the opportunity to serve, rally, and score right from the beginning of their tennis journey.
Which Hot Shots stage for your child?
Age 3–5+
Age 3–5+
3-5+ years
30 minutes
Mini Court
1:4 Ratio
Explore
$25 per week*
Introduce your child to the excitement of tennis with Hot Shots Blue lessons, our dynamic program designed for young players starting at 3 years old. These lessons go beyond simple games, providing an essential foundation for developing coordination and motor skills. Each session features fun activities that focus on basic coordination, balance, fluid movement, and ball tracking, all delivered in a creative and engaging manner. This holistic approach helps nurture and refine emerging tennis skills, ensuring a joyful and effective learning experience.
Age 5–8+
Age 5–8+
5-8+ years
45 minutes
Mini Court
1:4 Ratio
Develop
Red 1 Stage – $27 per week*
Jump into the fun of tennis with Hot Shots Red 1 – a playful, engaging way for kids to start to learn the game! Through exciting games and activities, young players build key skills like throwing, catching, tracking the ball, and learning the basics.
Red 2 Stage – $34 per week*
The second level of red designed for young players who’ve mastered the basics and are ready for the next level. This class builds on core skills with a stronger focus on technique, consistency, and court awareness. Players refine their strokes, develop more control, and learn to rally with purpose.
Red Grad Stage – $40 per week*
The highest level of Red Ball tennis, tailored for young players who show strong skills, focus, and a passion for the game. This class emphasizes advanced technique, consistent rallying, and strategic play. Players work on precision, footwork, and shot variety while learning to apply tactics in competitive situations. Sessions include high-energy drills, point play, and match practice to build confidence and prepare for tournaments.
Red 2 & Red Graduate Stage will also take part in QTC Match Play. Match play is new this year, and more information can be found here
Age 8–10+
Age 8–10+
8-10+ years
60 minutes
3/4 Court
1:6 Ratio
Develop
Hot Shots Orange 1 – $40 per week*
is the next exciting step for kids moving up from Red Ball or starting their tennis journey. Played on a slightly larger court with a faster ball, this class helps players adjust to the increased pace and space while continuing to build solid tennis foundations.
Hot Shots Orange 2 – $40 per week*
is designed for players who have built a strong foundation in Orange 1 and are ready to take their skills to the next level. In this class, players focus on refining technique, improving consistency, and developing tactical awareness during match play.
All Orange Ball lessons now have Match Play! Match play is new this year, and more information can be found here
Age 10+
Age 10+
10+ years
60 minutes
Full Court
1:6 Ratio
Encourage
Hot Shots Green 1 – $40 per week*
is the first stage of full-court tennis, ideal for players ready to transition from Orange Ball or starting their tennis journey. Using a slightly lower-compression green ball, players adjust to the standard-sized court while continuing to build strong technique and tactical understanding. This class focuses on improving power, spin, and shot placement, as well as refining footwork and movement patterns.
Hot Shots Green 2 – $40 per week*
is designed for players who have progressed through Green 1 and are ready for more advanced, competitive tennis. In this class, players further refine their technique, develop greater consistency under pressure, and enhance their tactical decision-making.
All Green Ball lessons now have Match Play! Match play is new this year, and more information can be found here
Teen Squad
10+ years
60 minutes
Full Court
1:6 Ratio
Enhance
$30 per week*
Whether you’re new to tennis or beginner player, our program caters to all skill levels. We customise our approach to meet individual needs, continuously assessing and adjusting throughout the term. For more advanced players, we move beyond the fundamentals, helping you adapt to various tennis scenarios and enhance your decision-making in competitive matches
Payments can be made by direct debit with both fortnightly and quarterly payment options. Transaction fees are payable on both options (see the registration page for details).
$50 for the Annual Club Membership is payable for all coaching and fixture players.
By enrolling in our classes, you are committing to a service contract for a complete term and agreeing to the QTC Policies.
Please note, classes will be held as per schedule only if a minimum number of players are enrolled in the class.
For more information, call (07) 3214 3800 or email qldtcproshop@tennis.com.au.