Optima Tennis is a tennis coaching company run by Steve Garbutt catering for players of all ages & ability. Children from two to eighteen & adults of every age can benefit from a coaching programme that is based at Lymm Tennis Club.
Children who are very keen & able can be fast tracked onto a subsidised programme of coaching that gives them a great opportunity to fulfil their potential.
What is Tiny Tennis?
Optima Tiny Tennis sessions for ages 2-4 years are the ideal introduction to tennis. I have played & coached tennis for most of my life & can testify to the benefits the game has provided me & the children I have taught. Tennis can help build confidence & develop self esteem. It’s also a great sport for meeting new friends.
What is Mini Tennis?
Mini Tennis is a child-friendly version of the real game designed for children aged 4-10 years. It is played on smaller courts (except at Green level) using shorter rackets & low compression balls that make playing & learning much easier.
What is Junior Tennis?
Junior Tennis is for children aged 11-18 years. It is played on full size courts, using standard rackets & balls. We split the levels as follows:
Level A. For players who are technically sound & tactically aware. Players at this level can play all the basic shots consistently well & have an understanding of more advanced shots such as drop volley, backhand smash, angled volley & topspin lob.
Level B. For players who can rally & play all the basic shots but who lack the consistency of players at the highe level.
Level C. For players who have just moved from Mini Tennis. These players are learning to adust to the bigger courts & higher bounving balls.
Adult Coaching
Adult coaching is offered at Lymm on a group and individual basis. To book an individual lesson please contact us.