Required skills

communication and interpersonal skills to

interact with players and parents

explain and demonstrate basic tennis skills and tactics

provide instructions and demonstrations for red stage activities

provide feedback to players

observation skills to

identify learning needs

identify developmental readiness of players

analyse movement basic tennis and tactical skills of players

monitor individual and group progress

personal basic tennis skills and tactics to a high level of technical correctness to

plan progressive skill acquisition

demonstrate and explain basic tennis skills and tactics for red stage players

feed ball for red stage players

problemsolving skills to

recognise and accommodate the needs of individual learners of different age groups and ability levels

select appropriate corrective strategies

modify coaching session to improve skills and tactical knowledge of players

numeracy skills to support effective time management to deliver coaching activities within timeframes

literacy skills to develop a session plan

analytical skills to evaluate performance of players

coaching approaches and coaching styles to suit a range of players needs characteristics and learning styles

set up a red court with drop down lines and modified net

Required knowledge

legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable safe conduct of all activities

physical social and psychological needs of red stage tennis players to plan developmentally appropriate activities

competencies for red stage players

technical fundamentals of basic tennis strokes for red stage players

tactical fundamentals for red stage players

progressions and regressions for technical and tactical skills

common tactical technical and physical errors and related correction strategies or activities for red stage players

modified equipment and resource requirements for red stage players

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to

demonstrate tennis skills to support explanation of basic tennis skills and tactics

use and modify coaching approaches coaching styles and activities to cater for a range of individual learning styles

observe and monitor player progress and modify activities if required to ensure players are appropriately challenged

analyse player performance and determine appropriate corrective strategies

structure sessions to provide maximum opportunities for appropriate skill development for individuals and groups

evaluate and reflect on own coaching performance to identify areas that need improvement

comply with legislation and organisation policies and procedures during planning and delivery of activities to red stage tennis players

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure

coaching of multiple sessions for red stage junior players that are of sufficient duration and breadth to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance

Assessment must also include access to

groups of players to take part in red stage tennis activities

a tennis venue with courts suitable for the conduct of tennis activities red courts

equipment for red stage tennis activities red low compression balls

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge The following examples are appropriate for this unit

observation of explaining and demonstrating basic tennis skills tactics and activities for red stage players

observation of monitoring player development of skills and tactics and modifying activities where required

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of the player competencies technical and tactical fundamentals for red stage players

oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of the application of legislation and organisational policies and procedures required to maintain player safety

thirdparty reports from a supervisor or leader detailing performance

review of portfolios of evidence and thirdparty workplace reports of onthejob performance by the individual

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended

SISSSCO Plan and deliver coaching programs

SISSTNS Interpret and apply the rules and regulations of tennis

SISSTNS Coach orange stage tennis players

SISSTNS Coach green stage tennis players

Developmental readiness may include:

Basic tennis skills may include:

Basic tactics may include:

Fundamental aspects of stroke production may include:

Objectives may include:

Organisational layout may include:

Plan may include:

Safety procedures may include:

Activities may involve:

Relevant legislation may include:

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

Coaching approachesmay include:

Coaching style may include:

Modifymay include: