About Bangalow Tennis Club
Bangalow has a new Head Coach
Professional tennis coach Jack Cox is the proud new owner of Northern Rivers Tennis Academy in Bangalow. He will work closely with the Bangalow Tennis Club to provide the Byron Shire community with friendly, inspiring, and accessible tennis programmes for all ages.
Along with his enthusiasm and skill, Jack brings a connection to the community and tennis scene with over 8 years of coaching experience: as a Senior Coach for the Northern Rivers Tennis Academy, across 2 clubs (Bangalow and Ballina), and as Head Coach at Byron Bay Tennis Club before that.
“I am beyond excited for this new chapter in my career, taking the reins at Northern Rivers Tennis Academy, Bangalow. It is an honour and privilege to be a part of developing the amazing junior talent in the area, as well as offering dynamic adult programmes, enhancing overall participation and enjoyment of the great game of tennis” says Jack.
“Jack is a fantastic tennis coach, and we look forward to partnering with him to build on the valuable community asset we already have while adding his style” adds Jeremy Burn, Club President.
Jack’s passion and love for tennis began when he was 8. He played elite-level junior tennis and was part of the national high-performance academy at the age of 14. At 17, Jack was considered one of the top juniors in the country, competing on the ITF Junior Circuit, and obtaining sponsorship from renowned tennis brand, Babolat.
In 2020 Jack received parliamentary recognition for his work in woman’s tennis, with his memorial tournament event honouring local legend and over 85’s world champion, Margaret Fisher.
As the new owner and director of the Northern Rivers Tennis Academy in Bangalow, Jack will continue to share his knowledge and passion with his clients. Incorporating his signature friendly and positive attitude into the culture and development of both the Academy and the Bangalow club.
Tennis Coaching for Kids and Adults
All juniors who involved in the programme, must be financial members of the Alstonville Tennis Club.
- Membership runs from 1st Jan – 31st Dec
JUNIOR TENNIS COACHING
NRTA run junior programmes for ages 4-18 years. Incorporating Tennis Australia’s ‘Hotshots’ programme up to High Performance training for tournament players
RED BALL HOTSHOTS
Students in this stage use 25% compression red balls that bounce lower and slower. Encouraging success, and hence enjoyment. All play is on modified courts (3 or 6 metre wide courts). This helps kids develop basic motor & hand/eye skills. Loads of varied activities offered, with a games based approach.
The recommended racquet size for this stage is 21-23 inches.
Age – 5-8 years
Duration – 45 minutes
ORANGE BALL HOTSHOTS
Orange Stage, students play on regular width, courts with reduced length. They use 50% compression orange balls. This helps build tracking & movement skills on the court. Challenging the student further.
The recommended racquet size for this stage is 23-25 inches.
Age – 8-10 years
Duration – 60 minutes
ORANGE BALL HOTSHOTS
Orange Stage, students play on regular width, courts with reduced length. They use 50% compression orange balls. This helps build tracking & movement skills on the court. Challenging the student further.
The recommended racquet size for this stage is 23-25 inches.
Age – 8-10 years
Duration – 60 minutes
GREEN BALL HOTSHOTS
Green Ball students use 75% compression green balls and play on a full-size court. By this stage, their motor skills and tennis game should be progressing at a steady pace. By this stage, players should be capable of playing in local fixtures.
The recommended racquet size for this stage is 25-27 inches.
Age – 9+ years
Duration – 60 minutes
YELLOW BALL GROUP LESSONS
Caters for both social and competitive players. Yellow Ball players further develop their technique and match play skills. They’ll learn how to rally with better consistency and power, improve their court coverage, doubles team work and net play. Students have the chance to compete in tournaments with the aim of playing the sport at a more advanced level.
Age – 10-18 years
Duration – 60 minutes
YELLOW BALL GROUP LESSONS
Caters for both social and competitive players. Yellow Ball players further develop their technique and match play skills. They’ll learn how to rally with better consistency and power, improve their court coverage, doubles team work and net play. Students have the chance to compete in tournaments with the aim of playing the sport at a more advanced level.
Age – 10-18 years
Duration – 60 minutes
HIGH PERFORMANCE SQUAD TRAINING
High Performance training for the serious player.
Provides and develops the skill set to compete in local fixtures and tournaments.
Covers technical/tactical/movement/mental aspects
Age – 10-18 years
Duration – 90 minutes
MATCH PLAY
Lessons and training are one thing. But if you want to really accelerate your progress, “you just gotta play!” We offer comprehensive social and competitive matchplay for kids and adults.
Northern Rivers Junior League
The Northern Rivers region is fortunate to have a great junior interclub fixtures comp. The envy of other regions in the State.This comp is for Green and Yellow Ball players. It is held on a Saturday morning, 8-10am ish. It runs on a school term basis. With four separate comps run each term. In terms one and four, players compete for their individual club, 4 players per team. Each player plays one singles and one doubles match. In terms two and three, players are graded and clubs mixed somewhat. To ensure an even competitive format. Each player plays one singles and two doubles.
Tennis Australia Junior Development Series
www.tennis.com.au/coaches/coach-education/junior-development
The next progressive step for those who are enjoying the Junior League fixtures. Our players compete in the Upper North East region of this State based, entry level, tournament series. These tournaments run from February to July each year. Culminating in Regional Champion of Champion playoffs (for those who qualify) in August. And a potential State final in Sydney in October.
Junior Tour
www.tennis.com.au/tournaments/juniors/junior-tour
JT events are for the serious player,wanting to develop their full potential and have an Australian Ranking. By testing out their game against same-aged players. Players are local, statewide and national competitors.
Australian Money Tournaments
www.tennis.com.au/tournaments/pro-tournaments/australian-money-tournaments
Where the big guns play! Those juniors who have had vast experience in junior events, will eventually step up to the big leagues. Top level juniors and adults compete for Australian Ranking points and $
ADULT TENNIS COACHING
Whether you are a newbie looking to give tennis a try, or a former player returning to the game, or a seasoned competitor looking to sharpen up your skills? We can help you achieve your goal!
PRIVATE LESSONS
Absolutely the best way to fine tune your game and reach your full potential. An all round approach to your game, covering technical, tactical, physical & mental aspects.
By appointment
GROUP LESSONS
Our adult group lessons are a fun way to improve your skills, get some fun exercise and meet some other players.
Our group lessons cover the technical and tactical fundamentals of the game. With the idea to equip you for entry into social or competitive tennis.
These lessons run in a block at various times of the year.
Contact your Club Coach or see brochure for details for more info
GROUP LESSONS
Our adult group lessons are a fun way to improve your skills, get some fun exercise and meet some other players.
Our group lessons cover the technical and tactical fundamentals of the game. With the idea to equip you for entry into social or competitive tennis.
These lessons run in a block at various times of the year.
Contact your Club Coach or see brochure for details for more info
MATCH PLAY
Most adult social and competitive is in house (ie played at your local club)
It is well known that consistent, regular play is essential in improving your game.
- Most of our clubs offer one or all of the following:
- weekday morning club social tennis
- evening social tennis
- evening singles/doubles competitions
- private group play
Contact your local club coach for details.