Junior Tennis at Chesham Bois
Whether your child is picking up a racket for the first time, looking to improve their game or keen to start competing, there are plenty of opportunities for junior players at Chesham Bois.
Our junior programme includes coaching, our free Friday Junior Night sessions, competitions, team tennis and plenty of opportunities to get on court and play with friends.
Junior Membership
Our membership year runs until 31 March 2027.
| Membership category | Full annual fee | Dual sport discount |
| Junior 18 & under | £150 | £10 |
| Junior 11 & under | £75 | £10 |
| Junior 8 & under | £50 | £10 |
| Parent / Carer (Only play with 11 & under Child Member) | £100 | £10 |
| Non-playing (Social) | £50 | – |
New memberships taken out after 1st August are calculated on a pro-rata basis, so now is a great time to join.
Family discounts may also apply where more than one member of the household is a playing member.
For more information or to join, visit our Tennis Membership page.
Friday Junior Night
Junior Night is back for the Autumn term!
Every Friday evening during term time, junior members can take part in free, coach-led on-court sessions.
Junior Night isn’t a formal coaching lesson. Instead, sessions are all about getting on court, having fun and playing tennis through drills, games, rallies and point play. It’s a great opportunity for children to practise what they’ve learnt in coaching, meet other junior members and enjoy playing more tennis. And it’s completely free for junior members.
Junior Night session times:
- 5:30–6:00pm – Red Ball (8 & under)
- 6:00–6:45pm – Orange & Green Ball (9–11 years)
- 6:45–7:30pm – Yellow Ball (11+ years)
There’s something for parents too! The Club Bar is open throughout the evening, making Junior Night a great social occasion for the whole family.
Our kitchen is also usually run by parent volunteers, serving hot food and treats. If you can spare an hour or so to help on a Friday evening, we’d love to hear from you.
Don’t forget to SAVE THE DATE for our Junior Night Christmas Disco on Friday 20th November with Club favourite DJ John Johnny.
Junior Coaching Sessions
Our Junior Coaching Programme caters for children of all ages and abilities, from complete beginners through to more experienced competitive players.
Sessions follow the red, orange, green and yellow ball pathway, helping children develop their skills and confidence as they progress.
Not sure which session is right for your child? You’re very welcome to arrange a trial or speak to our Head Coach, James Martin on 07834 970184 who can recommend the most suitable group.
View the latest coaching timetable and book your sessions via ClassForKids.
Which class is right for your child?
RED BALL – Ages 4–8
- Bigger, softer ball
- Smaller court
- Focus on coordination, fun rallies and confidence.
Red Ball moves more slowly and bounces lower, giving young players more time to react while developing the fundamentals of the game.
ORANGE BALL – Ages 8–10
- Medium compression ball
- 3/4 court
- Focus on spin, movement and control.
Orange Ball is slightly faster and helps players develop consistent rallies and begin playing competitive points.
GREEN BALL – Ages 9–12
- Low compression ball
- Full court
- Focus on tactics, positioning and match play.
Green Ball prepares players for the standard Yellow Ball by gradually increasing the speed of play and the amount of court that players need to cover.
YELLOW BALL – Ages 10+
- Full-size tennis ball
- Full court
- Focus on developing all aspects of their game.
Holiday Camps
Look out for details of our junior holiday camps, offering fun, tennis-filled sessions for children aged around 4–12.
Details of upcoming camps will be shared with members and added to our coaching schedule when booking opens.
For further information about junior coaching, please contact Head Coach, James Martin on 07834 970184.
Competitions
There are lots of opportunities for juniors to put their skills into practice through friendly and competitive match play.
Junior Club Championships
The Junior Club Championships are one of the highlights of the Club calendar, with singles competitions for age groups ranging from Mini Red through to Yellow Ball.
For 2026, Finals Day takes place on Saturday 19th September, alongside the Senior Club Championships, creating a fantastic day of tennis and a great Club atmosphere.
Junior Box League
Yellow Ball players can take part in our internal Junior Box League.
Players are placed into small groups and arrange short-format matches against one another. Results determine movement between boxes, helping everyone find opponents of a similar standard while gaining valuable match-play experience.
Champions Race
Champions Race gives our younger members the opportunity to play matches in a friendly and supportive environment.
The emphasis is on participation, practising the skills learnt in coaching and developing confidence in competition. Points are awarded for matches played and points won, with a bonus for fair play.
Youth League Team Tennis
During the spring and summer seasons, junior members can also represent Chesham Bois against other local clubs.
Teams are entered across different age groups and ability levels, with our coaching team helping players find the most appropriate team.
Play Your Way to Wimbledon
Our junior players also have the opportunity to take part in Play Your Way to Wimbledon, beginning with competition at Club level and offering the possibility of progressing through county and regional stages towards Wimbledon.
Chesham Bois has a proud history in the competition, with junior members having previously progressed through the county stages and earned opportunities to play at Wimbledon.
Other Competitions
Throughout the year there may be additional competitions and match-play opportunities organised by our Junior Committee and coaching team, including Team Challenges and other fun events.
Keep an eye on the Club newsletter and junior communications for the latest opportunities.
Junior Ball Machine
The junior section has a ball machine available free of charge for junior members.
It’s a great way to practise by hitting lots of balls, with adjustable speed, spin and frequency settings as well as an oscillator to practise moving from side to side.
As this is a powerful piece of equipment, juniors must first be shown how to use it safely and parental supervision may be required.
Please contact the Club for more information or to arrange an introduction.
Club Kit
Junior members can also purchase Chesham Bois Club kit, including T-shirts, caps and hoodies.
Look out for details of the latest kit and ordering arrangements through the Club’s junior communications.