Tennis Holiday Camps in Sydney: What’s Included and How to Enrol

School holidays can be tricky to fill, especially when you want something active, structured and genuinely fun for the kids. Tennis holiday camps are one of the easiest ways to keep children moving, learning and making friends over the break, without you having to plan the day yourself. This guide walks through what a typical camp day looks like, what to pack, and how to enrol in our holiday camps across Northern Sydney.

Camps suit a wide range of ages and abilities, from a first-time player picking up a racquet for the first time to a junior building toward squads. Understanding what is actually included before you book helps you choose the right camp and arrive on day one fully prepared. You can browse the full range of camp formats, including Birthday Parties and UTR Performance Tennis Camps, on our main camps page.

What Holiday Camps Include

A day at camp blends coaching, games and free play, so kids get the structure of a lesson with the fun of a full day out.

On Court Coaching

Every camp day includes structured coaching time, covering technique, footwork and match play appropriate to each child’s stage. Sessions are grouped by age and ability, so beginners and more experienced players are both challenged at the right level. Many camps follow the same coloured stage framework used in our Hot Shots classes, so a camp week fits naturally alongside term-time coaching.

Games and Free Play

Camps are not just drills. Kids rotate through games, mini competitions and free play breaks that keep energy up and give everyone a chance to socialise between coaching blocks.

Daily Schedule

Knowing the shape of the day helps you plan drop-off, pick-up, and what to pack.

Morning Session

Mornings typically open with a warm-up and skill-based coaching, easing kids into the day before the pace picks up. Younger campers and those newer to tennis usually start here with lighter, game-based activities.

Afternoon Session

Afternoons usually shift toward match play and games, giving kids the chance to apply what they worked on earlier in a more relaxed, competitive setting.

Skills, Games, and Match Play

Camps are designed to build real tennis ability, not just fill in time, so every activity ties back to a skill.

Technical Skills

Coaches focus on the fundamentals, such as grip, footwork and stroke technique, using drills that suit each child’s current stage. Tennis Australia’s Hot Shots framework underpins much of this structure, which is the same national pathway many camps and after-school programs are built around.

Match Play and Friendly Competition

Structured match play gives kids the chance to put new skills into practice against players at their own level, building confidence and a genuine feel for the game. For older or more competitive juniors, some weeks lean further into match play through options like our performance camps.

What Parents Need to Pack

A little preparation makes camp day smoother for everyone.

Essentials to Bring

Pack a labelled water bottle, sun protection, a hat and comfortable sports shoes. A spare shirt is a good idea on warmer days, along with any regular medication your child may need during the day.

Supervision and Safety on the Day

In New South Wales, anyone coaching or supervising children in a paid or volunteer capacity is legally required to hold a current Working with Children Check. If you have specific questions about supervision arrangements or sign-in and sign-out procedures for a particular venue, our team is always happy to talk you through them before you book.

How to Enrol

Enrolling is straightforward, and spots for popular weeks fill quickly. Browse dates and venues on our holiday camps page and book online for your preferred week.

Choosing the Right Week

If your child already attends Pee Wee Tennis or Mini Champions during term, a camp week is a great way to keep that momentum going over the break. Check our full camps page for the current calendar and to compare formats before you book.

Combining Camps With Other Programs

Some families like to pair a holiday camp week with a Birthday Parties booking or continue building match experience through UTR Performance Tennis Camps during the same break, so the whole week has a tennis theme.

What Happens After You Book

Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive details on drop-off and pick-up times, what to bring, and any specific instructions for your chosen venue. Keep an eye on your confirmation email in the days before camp starts in case of any weather-related updates.

FAQs

What age groups do holiday camps suit?
Holiday camps welcome a wide age range and group children by age and ability, so both first-time players and more experienced juniors are catered for.

Do I need to book a full week?
Booking options vary by venue and date, so check the holiday camps page for the specific formats and days available for your preferred week.

What happens in bad weather?
Camps have plans in place to adjust activities around the weather on the day. If you have questions about a specific date, our team can talk you through what to expect.

Can my child do a camp if they have never played tennis before?
Yes. Camps are grouped by age and ability, so complete beginners are placed with other new players and given plenty of support to get started.

Do siblings need to book the same camp package?
Siblings can usually attend the same week together, even if they end up in different age or ability groups during the day. It is worth checking sibling options for your chosen venue when you book.

View Upcoming Holiday Camp Dates and Enrol

Ready to book your child’s next school holidays? View dates and venues on our holiday camps page, or contact us if you have any questions before you enrol.