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January15
Terrif ic Tennis
Singapore is the host city of the Women’s Tennis Association
Championships for the next four years. Just watching the
world’s best female players (look out for the event again in
November 2015) is inspiration enough to get you dusting off
your racquet and playing. MARY NGIAM at
The Tennis Club
answered our reader questions.
When do you recommend children start tennis?
The wonderful thing about tennis is that you can start at any
age and enjoy it as if you’d been playing forever. The Tennis
Club has classes for kids as young as 18 months. If a child
wants to play, or if you would like your kid to learn, encourage
them to get on the court, because it’s how much you like
something that generally determines your success in it.
What type of class should I enrol my child in?
The Tots Tennis Programme is outstanding. Children from
18 months to 10 years can enjoy tennis all year round on a
fun, real indoor mini-tennis court, with lessons conducted by
lively, qualified and experienced tennis coaches. Tennis is a
great way to develop a child’s hand-eye coordination, and his
or her listening, social and team skills. Lessons follow a fun
and structured format involving everything from balloons and
beanbags to parachutes!
Do you have classes during school holidays?
Yes, we do. Our school holiday tennis camps offer five days
of tennis fun for children aged four and older. It’s the best way
for kids to learn the basics of tennis and improve their game
in a short period of time.
Do you offer tennis leagues for adults?
Yes, The Tennis Club hosts the Generali Singles League
every season. Players arrange their matches independently,
whenever and wherever it suits them to play.
What’s new for 2015?
Cardio tennis lessons are 60-minute circuit-training
sessions that aim to improve speed, footwork and
endurance. Classes are conducted by a qualified
fitness trainer.
More fun activities to get you fit
•
Stand-up paddling
is great for body-toning and improving
balance, plus it’s an easy way to get a tan.
Try it at:
Mana Mana Beach Club at East Coast Park,
or SUP School at Tanjong Beach, Sentosa; they both offer
trial sessions.
• Pole dancing
, a combination of dance and acrobatics,
has gained popularity in recent years thanks to its core-
strengthening benefits and the fact that it’s a lot of fun.
Try it at:
Bobbi’s Pole Studio: 6333 4308
bobbispolestudio.com.sg
•
Taekwondo
isn’t just useful for self-defence, it’s also great
for building confidence, strength, coordination and discipline.
Try it at:
JH Kim Taekwondo Singapore: 6299 0495
jhkim-singapore.com
What is the background of your coaches?
Our coaches are professional, enthusiastic and experienced,
and they have international qualifications such as LTA British
Tennis, Professional Tennis Registry, Tennis Australia and
others.
Is at-home coaching available?
Tennis lessons are brought to your doorstep through the
Tennis @ Home programme, which involves certified tennis
professionals giving adult and junior lessons at a private
house or condominium.
•
Dragon boating
is open to everyone regardless of ability
and age, and is a popular sport among expats.
Try it at:
The British Dragon Boat Team (britishdragonboat.
com) or the Gaelic Dragons (gaelicdragons.org), both of
which are open to all nationalities.
200 Turf City, #01-63
6466 2643 | thetennisclub.com.sg