2009 - 2010 Young Athletes Training Scheme

Objectives

1. The Young Athletes Training Scheme is a progressive and systematic training programme to help identify youngsters with potential for further training
2. Athletes with outstanding performance may be selected to join the national youth squads and have the opportunity to take part in international competitions

Eligibility

1. Applicants should be aged 13 & Under (Born on or after January 1, 1997)
2. This is not a beginner's programme – Applicants should possess adequate tennis skills and sufficient match-play experience
3. Applicants must attend the open assessment organized by the HKTA. Applicants with potential will be invited to join the Youth Athlete Training Scheme

(Please refer to the application form for assessment details)

Training Schedule & Content

The programme is conducted over a 12-month period and takes place in TWO phases. A total of 48 lessons (3 hours per lesson) will be available in each phase

Phase	Duration	Fees
1	Sep 2009 - Mar 2010	$2,500
2	Mar - Aug 2010	$2,500

1. Skill Strengthening 2. Fitness Training 3. Power & Ball Control 4. Match-Play Strategies 5. Tactical Awareness 6. Mental Aspect

Training Venues
Morse Park, Kowloon	Tai Po Sports Ground
Sai Wan Ho Playground	Tuen Mun Wu Shan Tennis Court

Current YA students are required to attend the open assessment again if they wish to continue their trainings. Players with potential will be invited to continue the training in next phase.

[Phase 2 Assessment Schedule]   (Updated 25 Feb 2010)

[Phase II Schedule & Application Form] (Updated 4 Mar 2010)

[Phase I Schedule & Application Form] (Updated 15 Jan 2010)

For additional enquiries, please contact Mr. Wong on 2504 8267. Our office hours are Mondays-Fridays from 9am-6pm (except Sundays and Public Holidays).