Ace activity for Summer of Tennis

Coach Chris Singh with Ashton (8), Emily (8), Kourtney (10) and Chloe (10). (Damjan Janevski) 382692_08

Kids inspired by watching the world’s best descend on Melbourne of the Australian Open can get down to Caroline Springs Leisure Centre to develop their own tennis talents.

Melton council is hosting two free clinics on January 23 as a part of the CS Summer of Tennis.

Coaches from Caroline Springs Tennis Club will help guide beginners and hone experiences players skills, with an eight to 11-year-old class from 10am to 11am and a 12 to 16-year-old class from 11am to noon.

Melton Mayor Kathy Majdlik said the Summer of Tennis program is a very popular school holiday activity.’

“With the Australian Open on this month, this program helps local kids develop a love for the sport that can last a lifetime,” she said.

“This is a fantastic place for kids to keep active, meet new friends and dream about hitting winners like their on-court heroes on one of the 12 courts at the Caroline Springs tennis club.

“The Caroline Springs sports precinct is a major recreational hub with indoor and outdoor facilities for a wide range of sports and community health programs that cater for people of all ages and abilities.’’