We have a mini tennis coaching programme suited to children aged 5 to 11 years of age.  The details for these classes are as follows.

Mini Red/Orange Ball (6 to 9 years)

Mini Tennis Red and Orange is for players aged 9 and under. It is played on smaller courts with short rackets and softer balls. It’s just like the real game and gives players opportunities to have rallies and play different types of shots.  Please contact us if you are unsure which class to apply for.

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Mini Orange/Green Ball (8 to 11 years)

Mini Tennis Orange and Green is a great way for players to continue their progress from Mini Tennis Red and is for players aged 8 to 11 years. It is still played with shorter rackets, slightly softer balls and courts are bigger and wider than the red stage allowing players to develop a rounded game whilst learning a range of techniques and tactics.

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INTRODUCTORY

A chance for the younger ones to learn about badminton.  Fun games learning all about the court and equipment.  For ages P1+
(all players will receive a progress report after week 6 and 12)

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BEGINNERS / IMPROVERS

More fun and games aimed at those new to the sport as well as those who have mastered the basics of the game.  Contains co-ordination, movement, racquet and shuttle skills and an introduction to singles and doubles play. For ages 8yrs+.
(All players will receive a progress report after week 6 and 12)

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IMPROVERS / INTERMEDIATE

A course aimed at those with a firm grasp of all the major shots and a good understanding of the rules. Players should be competent at high/low serves, overheard clears, drop shots and be comfortable playing a rally of six shots or more. Aimed at S1 to S6 age group, however younger players may be promoted to the class based on their performance. For ages 11yr+.
(All players will receive a progress report after week 6 and 12)

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*Class BC3B is aimed at the more experienced player and involves technical sessions throughout the block.  A number of these players play competitively for either school or club.

We have introduced a new badminton class at all 3 leisure centres.

It’s called Badminton Games and is aimed at those in P7 and above who have played badminton before.  It’s a supervised session with one of our EDLC badminton coaches and the focus is on playing games of badminton (both doubles and singles).  There will be a small element of group coaching in these classes but the majority will be games.  All equipment will be provided if you don’t have your own racquet.

As a result of this, there will be a higher participant to coach ratio, however the cost of these classes will be lower than our fully coached sessions.  The classes will cost £24 per 12 week block, so it works out at £2 per class. (EDLC Passport to Leisure prices will also apply)

Kirkintilloch Leisure Centre

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Scottish Athletics state “It is widely recognised that athletic activities: running, jumping and throwing – underpin every sport in Scotland”

RUN/JUMP/THROW

Classes for P1 to P3 and these classes are predominantly “games based” with a focus on fun.

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SPORTSHALL ATHLETICS

Classes for P4 to P7 start to focus more on technique while ensuring they are still fun

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The classes cater for all primary age children and working on passing, positions and games, all the while having fun.

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For ages 12 years+, basketball with full size basketball rings.  Practice and exercise to develop technique and improve game play.

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Mini Basketball

For ages 8-12 years, this is a fun course with an introduction to passing, dribbling and shooting.  Children will learn movement and co-ordination exercises leading to small sided games.

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