For parents and young players
Free junior tennis training guides
Short, safe and science-informed home programs from the ICM Tennis Academy for players aged 6 to 12. Read each guide online, or download the full printable PDF to use between lessons.
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Junior Footwork and Athletic Development Training Guide
- Ages 6 to 12
- 4-week plan, 3 sessions a week
- 15 to 25 minutes a session
A free 4-week home footwork plan for tennis players aged 6 to 12: split-step, shuffles, reaction games, balance and safe strength, 15 to 25 minutes a session.
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Junior Focus and Concentration Training Guide
- Ages 6 to 12
- 3 to 8 minutes a session
- 3 to 5 optional sessions a week
Six short, playful focus exercises and a 4-week home plan to help tennis players aged 6 to 12 notice distraction, reset between points and stay calm.
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Junior Tennis Nutrition and Healthy Growth Guide
- Ages 6 to 12
- Food first, no supplements
- 7-day family menu
What young tennis players should eat and drink: a food-first guide for ages 6 to 12 with a 7-day family menu, match-day snacks, hydration and nutrient needs.
How to use the guides
Each guide is an educational resource for generally healthy children, designed to complement lessons, not replace coaching or medical advice. Start with short sessions, keep them playful, and stop if anything hurts or feels wrong. Questions? Ask your child's coach, or contact ICM Tennis.