Located in the Princess Park Precinct, our head coach offers private and semi-private lessons for kids aged 5 - 12 years of age.

 

Parents across Glen Huntly, Caulfield, Gardenvale, Brighton, East Brighton, Ormond and Murrumbeena are increasingly searching for high quality, personalised tennis coaching for their children, particularly when the warmer months arrive.

One of the most trusted options in the area is private tennis lessons at Brooklyn Avenue Tennis Courts, located within the Princess Park Precinct, led by experienced Fit For Kids, Head Coach Ed.

Conveniently positioned and surrounded by green space, Brooklyn Avenue Tennis Courts offers a safe, welcoming and community focused environment where kids can build skills, confidence and a genuine love for tennis.

This article gives parents a complete overview of kids’ private tennis coaching, why it’s so effective, and what makes coaching with Ed at Brooklyn Avenue Tennis Courts different.

 

Meet Head Coach Ed – Trusted Local Kids’ Tennis Coach

 

Head Coach Ed is known throughout the local area for his calm, supportive and highly engaging coaching style. Parents consistently choose Ed for private lessons at Brooklyn Avenue Tennis Courts because he understands how children learn best.

Ed’s coaching approach focuses on:

  • - Teaching strong technical fundamentals

  • - Encouraging effort and improvement over perfection

  • - Creating a positive, pressure-free learning environment

  • - Helping kids feel confident, capable and supported

 

Head Coach Ed is not only an experienced junior coach,  he is also a Tennis Hot Shots specialist, meaning he is highly skilled in using Tennis Australia’s coloured ball progression system to help kids learn the game properly.

This expertise is especially important for younger players and beginners.

 

 

What Is Tennis Hot Shots & Why Coloured Ball Progressions Matter

 

Tennis Hot Shots is Tennis Australia’s official junior development program. It uses coloured balls, smaller courts and age-appropriate equipment to match the way kids learn and move.

Instead of using a full-sized court and regular tennis balls straight away, kids progress through:

  • Red balls – slower, larger balls on smaller courts (ideal for beginners and younger kids)

  • Orange balls – slightly faster balls with increased court size

  • Green balls – closer to a regular tennis ball, preparing kids for full court play

Why This Makes a Huge Difference

 

Using the correct ball for a child’s age and ability means:

  • - Rallies last longer

  • - Kids experience success earlier

  • - Technique develops naturally

  • - Confidence grows quickly

Children are far more likely to enjoy tennis  and stick with it when the game is scaled to suit them.

How Ed Uses Hot Shots Progressions in Private Lessons

As a Tennis Hot Shots specialist, Ed carefully selects the right coloured ball and court size for each child.

In private lessons, this allows:

  • - Skills to be taught at the correct speed

  • - Better hand-eye coordination development

  • - Cleaner technique without forcing power

  • - Faster learning with less frustration

Ed regularly adjusts the progression based on how your child is developing, ensuring they are challenged , but not overwhelmed.

Parents often notice their child:

  • - Rallying sooner than expected

  • - Understanding the game more quickly

  • - Feeling confident stepping up to the next level

 

 

Why Parents Choose Private Tennis Lessons

 

1. Faster Skill Development

Private lessons allow for:

  • - Constant engagement

  • - Immediate feedback

  • - No waiting or distractions

This leads to faster improvement in:

  • - Forehand and backhand technique

  • - Footwork and movement

  • - Hand-eye coordination

  • - Basic serving skills

 

2. Confidence Building in a Low-Pressure Environment

Private lessons are ideal for children who:

  • - Feel nervous in group sports

  • - Are shy or lacking confidence

  • - Need reassurance and encouragement

Without comparison to other kids, children can focus on learning, making mistakes and enjoying progress at their own pace which works wonders for some children.

 

3. Ideal for Beginners and Developing Players

Private tennis lessons at Brooklyn Avenue Tennis Courts are perfect for:

  • - Kids completely new to tennis

  • - Children transitioning from beginner to intermediate

  • - Players wanting to work on specific skills

  • - Kids preparing to move into group lessons or school tennis

Many families from Brighton, Brighton East, Murrumbeena, Gardenvale and Glen Huntly choose private lessons as a starting point to build confidence before joining group programs.

 

4. Perfect During Summer and School Holidays

The warmer months are one of the best times to start private tennis lessons.

Summer coaching:

  • - Takes advantage of longer days and better weather

  • - Keeps kids active during school holidays

  • - Provides structure without feeling like “more school”

  • - Helps reduce excessive screen time

 

5. Flexible and Family-Friendly

Private lessons offer flexibility that busy families appreciate:

  • - Session times that fit around school and activities

  • - Adjustable frequency

  • - Lessons adapted to your child’s energy levels

- This flexibility makes private coaching easier to maintain long-term.

 

 

Why Start with Private Lessons Before Group Tennis?

 

Private coaching helps children:

  • - Build stronger technical foundations

  • - Gain confidence more quickly

  • - Feel prepared for group environments

Kids who begin with private lessons often transition into group tennis with greater confidence and enjoyment.

 

Benefits Beyond the Tennis Court

Parents regularly notice benefits outside of sport, including:

  • - Improved confidence

  • - Better focus and listening skills

  • - Increased coordination and balance

  • - Greater willingness to try new challenges

These skills support children at school, in social settings and in everyday life.

 

 

Who Are Private Tennis Lessons Best For?

Private lessons with Head Coach Ed at Brooklyn Avenue Tennis Courts are ideal for:

  • - Kids from early primary age through to teens

  • - Families in Glen Huntly, Caulfield, Gardenvale, Brighton, East Brighton, Ormond and Murrumbeena

  • - Beginners and developing players

  • - Kids who aren’t yet comfortable in team sports

  • - Parents seeking personalised, local tennis coaching

 

 

Enquire About Private Tennis Lessons at Brooklyn Avenue Tennis Courts

 

If you’re looking for kids’ private tennis lessons at Brooklyn Avenue Tennis Courts in the Princess Park Precinct, coaching with Head Coach Ed offers:

  • - One-on-one, personalised coaching

  • - A positive, confidence-building environment

  • - Strong technical foundations

  • - A convenient local option for families across the area

- Private tennis lessons are an investment in your child’s physical health, confidence and long-term enjoyment of sport — especially during the warmer months.

 

Email us today at info@fitforkidsco.com.au to find out more!

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