Competitions provide the perfect environment to develop tennis skills. For a limited time in January 2025, coaches at Tennis World Melbourne Park will be available to support players competing in local tournaments.

The brand-new tournament support program will help players get the most out of their tournaments. Easing the transition from training to competition, the tournament support program will focus on developing players’ competitive strategies, tactical awareness, mental preparedness, and pre-tournament preparation.

The program is made up of two five day training blocks: pre-tournament and tournament support. The pre-tournament clinic will run from December 16-20, with tournament support to be later provided during select January tournaments. Click here to see the tournaments covered by this program.

Expressions of interest are now open for this program.

Pre-Tournament Preparation

A training week in preparation for summer tournaments. Running from December 16-20, this training block will physically and mentally prepare players to perform at their best in January. This will include:

2 hours on Court
1 hour of Strength and Conditioning
Australian Open Ground Passes

Focus Areas:

Goal Setting: Help players set realistic and achievable goals for the tournament.
Mental Preparation: Help provide advice on how to deal with scenarios during matches.
Fitness Training: Provide specific conditioning programs to ensure players are physically ready.
Nutrition Guidance: Offer advice on diet and hydration to optimize performance and recovery.

Tournament Support

Having the right guidance and support can make an enormous impact on a player’s performance in a tournament environment. Through the Tournament Support Program, our coaches assist with all aspects of a player’s tournament experience. This includes:

Mental Support: Be available to address any psychological challenges or stress players might face.
Logistics Assistance: Help with scheduling.
Health Monitoring: Monitor players’ physical condition and provide advice on injury prevention and recovery.
Motivational Support: Keep players motivated and focused through encouragement and positive reinforcement.
Strength and Conditioning: Be part of the Performance Passport for specific physical training programs and learn how to periodise and prepare physically for matches up to 1 week out.

Post-Tournament

The learning opportunities don’t end with the final match. Whether a players makes it all the way or is knocked out early, the Tournament Support Program provides post-tournament learning and development. This is designed to help players assess their performance and prepare for the next tournament. Our coaches will facilitate:

Performance Analysis: A detailed review of the tournament performance, including strengths and areas for improvement.
Feedback Sessions: Constructive feedback and plan for future tournaments.
Recovery Plans: Recovery plan to address any physical or mental fatigue.
Continued Development Recommendations: A report to adjust training programs based on tournament experience and future goals.

Included Tournaments

Note: Players and parents are responsible for ensuring correct entry into respective tournaments. This will not be organised by Tennis World coaches.

Cost

Expressions of Interest

This program is now open for expressions of interest. If you would like to participate, please fill out the form below.