Tennis Academy B

Length of Course

Semester B

Level

Year 10

Learning Area

Health and Physical Education

Core or Specialist

Specialist

Pre-requisites

Nil

Subject Description

The Year 10 Tennis Academy aims to master all aspects of tennis, including advanced strokes, strategic play, and mental toughness. Students will refine their skills to achieve high performance in matches.

The program emphasises the development of leadership, resilience, and the ability to perform under pressure, while promoting fair play and inclusivity. The program aims to guide students towards the NCAA pathway.

Cost: $100 per semester and an Academy t-shirt is to be purchased if students don’t already have one.

Content

Topics covered in the course include:

  • Goal setting
  • Strength and conditioning
  • Fundamental skills
  • Game and performance analysis
  • Nutrition
  • Injury prevention and management
  • Biomechanics
  • Skill Acquisition

As this is a specialised subject within the Tenison Woods College Sports Academy students are expected to be committed to their development as a student athlete and are asked to adhere to the following Selection Criteria and Student Expectations.

Selection Criteria

  • Students must currently play/compete for a community sporting team or association.
  • Students must have demonstrated high-level skill and performance in their chosen sport, supported by previous achievements, assessments, and Academy coach recommendations.
  • Strong motivation, a positive attitude towards the Academy program and a commitment to personal and team goals are essential.
  • A history of a high standard of behaviour, classroom attendance and interpersonal skills.
  • By selecting this subject, participants are agreeing to adhere to the student expectations of the Tenison Woods College Sports Academy.

Students Expectations

  • Show a proactive attitude towards personal development, including setting and pursuing goals, embracing feedback, and striving for continuous improvement.
  • Actively contribute to team dynamics, support teammates, and engage positively in collaborative training and strategic discussions.
  • Come prepared to lesson with their Academy uniform, footwear and equipment required for their chosen sport.
  • Be dedicated to academic success by having a positive attitude towards school and study and meeting all set deadlines.
  • Be active participants in Sports Day, Swimming Carnival and Cross Country.
  • Be available to represent the school in Knockout sports, Interschool events and if selected the Cardijn Exchange.
  • Demonstrate positive behaviours and act as a role model for their peers.
  • Be dedicated to fostering a growth mindset and achieving their own personal excellence.
Assessment

Students will be assessed through practical demonstrations, participation in competitive games and theoretical knowledge assessments.

Continuous feedback will help students refine their skills and achieve their personal best.

Pathways

Year 11 Health and Physical Education
Year 11 Health and Wellbeing
Year 11 Sports Studies

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Year 10 - Tennis Academy B

Tenison Woods College respectfully acknowledges the Boandik people are the First Nations people of the Mount Gambier South Eastern region of South Australia and pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, past, present and emerging.