Sport

Master U5-U10 Tennis
Coaching | Officiating | Organising | Safeguarding

Starts: Live Introductory Session – Friday, 28 August 2026 (14:00–16:30)
Cost: Only R350 (Invoice issued after registration)
Format: 100% Online (Live Intro + Self-Paced Google Classroom)

There are no due dates for submissions; you complete everything online in your own time, at your own pace.

Payment for training courses is not processed online; an invoice will be sent to you after registration.

How the Course Works

The course is completely online with the introductory session on Friday, 28 August 2026 from 14:00-16:30, after which you will be added to a Google Classroom where you will go through all the content in your own time, at your own pace. How long you will take will depend on your prior knowledge and experience — this can vary from 1 week to 5 months. Once complete, reach out and your marks will be finalised and your Certificate will be published. You need to pass above 80% in all assessments to receive your certificate.

Who Should Take This Course?

This program is structured to overcome geographical and financial barriers through a high-standard, self-directed learning model.

• • Primary School Teachers looking to build confidence on the court and enhance their professional portfolio with verified, NQF-aligned skills.
  • Beginner Coaches & Student Teachers wanting a solid, NQF-aligned foundation to help their applications move to the top of the CV pile.
  • Parent Volunteers stepping up to help manage or officiate school teams
  • Sports Administrators aiming to improve their junior sports programs while ensuring full compliance with sporting governance.

Note: No prior tennis or coaching experience is required!

Roles You Can Step Into After Completion

Equipped with your NQF Level 4 aligned certificate, you will be fully qualified and confident to take on roles such as:

• • Primary School U5-U10 Tennis Coach
  • Junior Tennis Official
  • School Sports Coordinator / Festival Organiser
  • Designated Safeguarding Officer (School Sports)

Course Curriculum

The course is divided into four practical modules aligned to NQF Level 4 standards:

1. Coaching (NQF Level 4)
   SAQA Standards:
   • US 260120: Apply the principles of sport coaching
   • US 264720: Conduct coaching to beginners in tennis
2. Organising (NQF Level 4)
   SAQA Standards:
   • US 243300: Lead a community sport activity
   • US 254463: Organise and administer a sport tournament
3. Officiating (NQF Level 4)
   SAQA Standards:
   • US 264514: Demonstrate knowledge of and apply rules, regulations and procedures to effectively officiate a tennis match/tournament
   • US 264535: Officiate and control sporting activities
4. Safeguarding (NQF Level 4)
   SAQA Standards:
   • US 243301: Manage safety and emergency incidences
   • US 13716: Apply the principles of growth and development to coaching

International Accreditation & Global Adaptability

Gain an advanced certificate aligned with the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 4 and designed for universal application in U5-U10 Tennis:

• International Tennis Federation (ITF) Aligned: All technical modules integrate ITF coaching principles and “Rules of Tennis” protocols.
• NQF Level 4 Aligned: The syllabus is structured according to SAQA unit standards for entry-level coaching and sports administration.
• Universal Commonwealth School Standards: The course integrates these global benchmarks to ensure quality education and governance in school sports.
• SACE Endorsed: ATEACHERSCUP is a registered SACE Training Provider, number PR000001127.
• Multi-Departmental Integration: The curriculum incorporates policies from the DBE, DSAC, SAPS, UNICEF South Africa, and Save the Children South Africa.
• Universal Junior Standards: Integrates global benchmarks for “Long-Term Player Development” (LTPD) and ITF Tennis Play and Stay / Tennis10s, transferable across all tennis-playing nations.
• Global Evidence-Based Research: Built on the latest sports science and Long-Term Player Development (LTPD) research from:
  • Loughborough University (UK): Global leader in tennis performance, biomechanics and coaching pedagogy.
  • Deakin University (Australia): Pioneers in junior athlete development and biomechanics.
  • Stellenbosch University & University of Pretoria (SA): Experts in high-performance tennis and local physical literacy standards.
  • International Tennis Federation (ITF): International Tennis Federation (ITF): Aligned with the international “Rules of Tennis”, Tennis10s and ITF Academy coaching frameworks.

International Tennis Federation (ITF) Standards: Adaptable to Any Context

We use ITF Tennis Play and Stay / Tennis10s standards (Red/Orange/Green ball stages), providing guidance on how to adapt them to local resources:

• • Injury Prevention (ITF-aligned): Focus on proper technique, warm-ups, core/shoulder stability, footwork and equipment sizing to prevent common junior overuse injuries (shoulder, elbow, back) — adaptable for grass courts, asphalt, clay or indoor facilities.
  • Safe Participation & Safeguarding: ITF Safeguarding Children Policy, “Duty of Care” and “Recognise & Remove” protocols designed to meet strict child safety laws while remaining practical for school environments.
  • Age-Grade Umpiring (Match Management): A modular framework for primary school officiating — from modified Mini Tennis (Red ball, smaller courts) through to standard U10 rules.
  • Safeguarding & Child Protection (UNICEF Aligned): Ensuring child protection compliance and fostering an inclusive environment in any jurisdiction.

Our Philosophy: “The Love of the Game”

For U5–U10, we prioritise the “Active Start” and “Fundamentals” phases (ITF Tennis Play and Stay):

• Physical Literacy: Developing agility, balance, and coordination (ABC) through tennis-specific movement (rallies, footwork, modified play).
• Inclusion: Ensuring every child, regardless of size or skill level, gets equal game time and coaching attention.
• Character Building: Teaching the core values: Respect, Integrity, Discipline, Fair Play, and Enjoyment.
• Gender Equality & Inclusion: Strong alignment with UN SDG 5, ensuring equal coaching quality and resource allocation for girls and boys’ tennis.

Join ATEACHERSCUP to ignite a lifelong love of tennis in the next generation of players.

Supporting the reach of the United Nations Sustainable Goals focused on SDGs 1 “No Poverty”, 3 “Good Health and Well-Being”, 4 “Quality Education”, 5 “Gender Equality”, 8 “Decent Work and Economic Growth”, 10 “Reduced Inequalities”, 11 “Sustainable Cities and Communities”, 12 “Responsible Consumption and Production” and 16 “Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions”; with extended UNICEF Sport for Development support to foster child empowerment, inclusion, and holistic growth through sport.

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