Kids Tennis at North Sydney Tennis & Fitness: Programs, Pricing, and How to Get Started
If you've decided tennis is worth trying for your child, or you're close to deciding, the next question is usually the practical one: what does it actually cost, which program fits their age, and how do you get started. Kids tennis at North Sydney Tennis & Fitness runs on Tennis Australia's Hot Shots pathway across our rooftop courts at 37 Ridge Street, with group lessons, private coaching, and school holiday camps all available depending on what your family needs. Here's the full picture in one place: the stages, the pricing, and how to book a FREE TRIAL.
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The Hot Shots pathway: stages and ages
Group lessons follow Tennis Australia's Hot Shots framework, a stage-based system that scales the court size, ball type, and net height to a child's age and ability rather than dropping every child straight onto a full-size court:
- Launch Pad: basic coordination, movement, and racquet familiarity through games.Ages 3+
- Red Ball. Smaller courts, low-compression red balls, and shorter rallies, building the fundamentals of hitting, serving, and simple rallying.
- Orange Ball. A step up in court size and ball speed as coordination and consistency improve.
- Green Ball. Close to full-court play, with faster balls and more advanced tactics introduced.
- Yellow Ball (Beginner and Intermediate). Full-size court and standard yellow balls, for kids ready for the complete game.
- Squads: a competition-focused pathway for players wanting to progress toward tournament tennis.Ages 11+
Coaches assess age and current ability at a FREE TRIAL lesson and recommend the right starting stage. If you're still working out which stage fits your child's age, our age and stage guide breaks down the Blue, Red, Orange, and Green stages in more detail.
Pricing for group Hot Shots lessons
Pricing depends on stage and session length. Families enrolled with an eligible child can also claim the NSW Active Kids Voucher, worth $100 off program fees per calendar year, at enrolment. Every new family is welcome to a FREE TRIAL lesson first, so your child can try a session and a coach can confirm the right stage before you commit to ongoing weekly lessons.
Exact current pricing and any seasonal changes are confirmed when you enquire or book a trial, since term dates and fees are reviewed periodically.
Beyond group lessons: private coaching and holiday camps
Group Hot Shots lessons are the right starting point for the vast majority of kids, but they're not the only way to get court time with us.
A full 60-minute session with an accredited coach, one-on-one, useful for targeted technical work, competition preparation, or progressing faster than a group pace allows. A 10-session pack runs $1,040 (around $104 per session, valid 6 months). Best used alongside group lessons rather than instead of them, and coaches can advise on whether it's worth adding once they've seen your child play.
Runs across every NSW school break, open to kids aged 4 to 14 whether or not they already play with us. A full week runs $220, with single-day options at $70 (full day) or $50 (half day). A good way for a new family to try us out, or for an existing family to keep their child active between terms. Full details, including the Friday BBQ and tournament, are in our school holiday camps guide.
What a term actually looks like
Lessons run on our rooftop courts at 37 Ridge Street, above the carpark next to North Sydney Oval, four synthetic courts purpose-built for coaching and social play. Group Hot Shots classes run weekly during school terms, with kids grouped by stage rather than mixed ages and abilities, so a beginner Launch Pad four-year-old and a Green Ball nine-year-old aren't in the same session. Coaches track progress through each stage and will discuss moving your child up when they're ready, rather than on a fixed timetable everyone follows regardless of pace.
If your child needs specific gear before their first session, our equipment guide covers racquet sizing and what's genuinely necessary versus optional for each stage.
A coach will confirm the right stage for your child and answer any pricing or enrolment questions on the day. No obligation to try a session first.
Book a FREE TRIALYou can also book online through our Kids Tennis program page or by calling us on (02) 9929 7172. Our team can walk you through current pricing, term dates, and the Active Kids Voucher process once you're ready to enrol.
Still deciding if tennis is right for your child?
If you're not yet sure tennis is the right activity for your child, or you want to understand what signs suggest they're ready before booking anything, our complete guide for North Sydney parents is a better starting point than this page, it walks through the decision itself rather than the program mechanics. Come back here once you're ready to look at stages, pricing, and enrolling.
FAQs
How much do kids tennis lessons cost at North Sydney Tennis & Fitness?
Weekly group Hot Shots lessons range from $27.50 to $44.00 depending on stage and session length. Private coaching and holiday camps are priced separately; see the sections above for current rates.
What age can my child start tennis?
Our Launch Pad stage accepts children from age 3. Coaches assess the right starting stage for your child's age and ability at a FREE TRIAL lesson.
Is there a free trial lesson?
Yes, every new family is welcome to a FREE TRIAL group Hot Shots lesson before committing to ongoing weekly lessons.
Can I claim the NSW Active Kids Voucher?
Yes, eligible families can apply the $100 Active Kids Voucher toward program fees at enrolment.
What's the difference between group Hot Shots and private coaching?
Group Hot Shots builds foundational skills in a social, stage-based environment and is the right entry point for most kids. Private coaching gives one child a full hour of individual coach attention, useful alongside group lessons for targeted work.
Do school holiday camps cost extra, or are they included in weekly fees?
Holiday camps are booked and priced separately from weekly term-time lessons: $220 for a full week, or $70/$50 for a single full or half day.
How do I know which Hot Shots stage my child should start in?
Coaches assess this at your child's FREE TRIAL lesson based on age and current ability. Our age and stage guide also explains what each stage typically suits.
Do I need to buy equipment before the first lesson?
No, a racquet isn't required for a trial lesson. Our equipment guide covers what's genuinely needed once your child is enrolled.
How do I book a FREE TRIAL lesson?
Online through our Kids Tennis program page, or by calling (02) 9929 7172.
Is North Sydney Tennis & Fitness only for kids already playing tennis?
No, the Launch Pad and Red Ball stages are designed for complete beginners, and holiday camps welcome first-timers too.
Summary
Kids tennis at North Sydney Tennis & Fitness runs on the Hot Shots pathway, from Launch Pad through to competitive Squads, with weekly group lessons from $27.50 to $44.00, private coaching from $121 a session, and school holiday camps from $50. A FREE TRIAL lesson is the easiest way to start, a coach will confirm the right stage for your child and answer any pricing or enrolment questions on the day. If you're still deciding whether tennis is the right fit, our parent's guide is the better starting point; if you're ready to go, book your trial through the Kids Tennis program page or call (02) 9929 7172.