Do I need my own racquet?

We can provide racquets for beginners; however, owning your own is recommended as you progress.

Are adult beginners welcome?

Absolutely! We have adult beginner programs with a focus on fun and fundamentals.

How long are the programs?

Most group lessons run for 45â€“60 minutes weekly. Private and holiday camps vary.

Is there a pathway to competitions?

Yes. Junior development and high-performance programs prepare players for local and state competitions.

Potential | Purpose | Passion

North Sydney Junior Tennis · 8 Spots Per Intake

Fast track your child's tennis.

Whether it’s their first time on court or they’re coming back to the game — two coached sessions to get them started. Ages 4+, every level, at Little Alfred Tennis Centre.

8

Spots per intake only

2

Coached 60-min sessions

$0

Net cost if they continue

4+

First-timers welcome

Or call Tom: 0422 622 762

Who it's for

Built for where your child is

First racket or fifth season — the Junior Fast Track meets your child exactly where they are. Not sure which fits? Call Tom on 0422 622 762 and he'll point you the right way before you book a thing.

Junior Fast Track — Intro Offer

2 coached 60-min sessions, a player assessment card, and a parent progress update — for $49. The full $49 is credited off your first term if they continue.

Start here

Never picked up a racket

No experience needed — we'll meet your child exactly where they are. A welcoming, age-appropriate first hit to see if tennis is their thing, with zero pressure.

First-timers

Played before and drifted off

Some great players start twice. If they had a go a year or two ago and stopped, this is the easy, low-risk way to get them back on court.

Returning

Already playing & loving it

Wondering what's next? See where their game can go from here — the assessment and progression check map out squads, pathways and the next tier.

Progression

What's included

Everything in the $49 Fast Track

Two proper coached sessions plus the bits that show parents the journey — over $120 of value, built so your child connects with the sport and the group from day one.

Session 1 · 60 min

Skill Intro & Assessment

A coached introduction, a proper player assessment, and level placement — so your child starts in exactly the right group from their very first hit. $40 value.

Session 2 · 60 min

Skill Building & Progression

Coached skill building, real group dynamics, and a progression check — enough time on court for your child to genuinely connect with the sport and the group. $40 value.

Take-home

Player Assessment Card

A personalised card with your child's name, group and level — a baseline from day one, so you can actually see where their game is and where it's going. $20 value.

For parents

Parent Progress Update

Direct feedback from your coach after session one — what your child did well, what they're working on next, and how they settled into the group. $20 value.

Groups & days

A group for every age

Sessions are grouped by age and stage so your child is always with the right kids on the right court. Tell us their age and we'll place them.

Red · Orange · Green Ball

Ages 4–10

Mon · Tue · Thu

Yellow Ball

Ages 11+

Mon – Fri

Little Alfred Tennis Centre. Exact session times are confirmed when you book your intake — just pick the days that suit your week.

Who are we

North Shore's premier tennis academy

We're Discover Sports Group, based at Little Alfred Tennis Centre. We take every junior through an individualised pathway — building real skills, real confidence, and a genuine love of the game. The kind of start that has them asking you when they can go back.

Find out more

Why families choose us

More than just turning up

Plenty of programs are okay. Okay doesn't build a habit. Here's what has kids pestering their parents to get back on court.

They get visibly better — fast

Structured around progression, not just participation. Your child comes home showing you what they learned.

They make real friends

Kids bond through sessions and start asking to be in the same group as their mates. A child with a friend at tennis never quits.

The energy makes them ask to come back

Our coaches bring genuine energy — sessions feel exciting, not like drills. The real test? Your child asking when they can go back.

Boutique by design — 8 spots

Just 8 places per intake keeps groups small and the quality high. Real attention, not a crowded court.

How are we different

What separates us from every other program

Progression, not just participation

Every session is structured so your child leaves with something new they can show you. The player assessment card sets a baseline from day one, so you can actually see the journey — not just hope it's happening.

Friendships that keep them coming back

Kids genuinely bond here and start requesting to be with their new friends. It's the word-of-mouth engine — one friendship brings the next family. And a child with a friend at tennis never wants to leave.

Coaches who bring the energy

North Sydney has plenty of options where a kid goes along, it's okay, and eventually they stop. Okay doesn't create a kid who pesters you to get back on court. Our coaches do. That's the difference.

Zero risk to try

If your child doesn't love it, you get a full refund — no questions asked. If they do, the full $49 comes straight off your first term. We built this because we back ourselves once a child steps on court with us.

Meet the team

Your child's coaches

Not sure which group suits your child? Call Tom on 0422 622 762 — he'll help you find the right fit before you book.

Director of Tennis

Tom Haslam

Tom competed at a high standard in the UK, reaching inside the top 100 across most age groups including men's open. He studied at Loughborough University, captaining the men's first team. He holds a Level 3 (UK) qualification and ATPCA Level 3 Master Professional certification, with vast experience coaching players of all abilities.

Senior Coach

Paulo Paiva

Paulo has over 10 years of coaching experience. He is known for delivering high energy sessions with a strong focus on technical and tactical elements of the game.

Senior Coach

Maggie King

Maggie has over 8 years coaching experience. From holiday resorts in Greece to spending two years up in Byron Bay. She is a favourite with our juniors and manages many of our junior development and girls tennis lessons. Maggie is awesome at keeping players engaged and developing their game through technical and tactical methods.

How it works

Your child's Fast Track

Reserve their spot

Book online in 2 minutes — one of just 8 places per intake. Racquets and balls provided, nothing to prep.

Session 1 — skill intro & assessment

A coached 60-minute session with a player assessment and level placement, so they start in exactly the right group.

Get the card & a progress update

Your child takes home their personalised assessment card, and you get direct coach feedback after session one.

Session 2 — skill building & progression

A second coached session focused on building skills, group dynamics, and a progression check. This is where they connect.

Continue — and get $49 credited

Loved it? Enrol for a full term and the full $49 comes straight off your first payment. Net cost: $0.

Where to find us

Little Alfred Tennis Centre

We're in North Sydney — easy to reach from Cammeray, Mosman and across the lower North Shore. Free parking on site.

Alfred St S, Milsons Point NSW 2061

Junior sessions: Mon–Fri · times confirmed on booking

0422 622 762

Intro offer · Junior Fast Track

Get your child started for $49.

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$49 credited back when you enrol for a full term — applied straight off your first payment. Net cost: $0.

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$120 value

Save $71

What's included

Session 1 — coached (60 min)

Skill intro, player assessment & level placement

$40

Session 2 — coached (60 min)

Skill building, group dynamics & progression check

$40

Player assessment card

Personalised — name, group & level to take home

$20

Parent progress update

Direct coach feedback after session 1

$20

Only 8 spots per intake — they go to the families who move first.

join the fun

Whether it’s their first time on court or they’re coming back to the game — two coached sessions to get them started. Ages 4+, every level, at Little Alfred Tennis Centre.

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