Tennis Ireland
Courses
Coaching qualifications, leadership pathways, and club activator training — everything you need to grow the game.
We Give You The Game Of Your LifeCoach Education
Become a Coach
Qualifying as a tennis coach can lead to exciting full or part-time career opportunities at home or abroad. We have in place a comprehensive, up to date and highly regarded coaches training system.
Our Coach Education and Technical Committee work closely with the International Tennis Federation, Tennis Coach Ireland and Coaching Ireland, to implement the highest possible standards of coaching in Irish tennis. We offer a variety of coaching levels aligned with the Long Term Player Development Pathway.
Education System / Structure ↗Coach Education Courses
Level 1 Course
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Level 2 Course
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Level 3 Course
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Level 4 Course
Learn More →Licensing of Coaches
All individuals or organisations that employ or contract coaches (e.g. clubs, schools, individual players) should employ only licensed coaches. Part of Tennis Ireland's recruitment policy states that all Coaches should be Licensed. This development is supported by Tennis Coach Ireland (TCI).
Coach Licensing →Assimilation
Do you hold a coaching qualification from abroad, or granted by a coaches training body other than Tennis Ireland? You may wish to apply for possible assimilation into the Tennis Ireland Coaches Qualification system via a fair and equitable process.
Coach Assimilation Details →Play & Stay Assistant
The Play and Stay Assistant is a non-award introduction to assisting qualified and licensed coaches in clubs, schools and parks. Participants can build knowledge and experience that supports progression to the Level 1 Coaches Course.
Play & Stay Assistant Programme →CPD for Coaches
Tennis Coach Ireland (TCI) works with Tennis Ireland on the Continuous Professional Development Programme (CPD). All TCI members are informed of ongoing CPD opportunities to support their development and licensing requirements.
CPD for Coaches →Tennis Coach Ireland
Tennis Coach Ireland was formed in 1992 by coaches who felt those teaching the game would benefit from a strong representative voice. Membership has grown to over 300 qualified coaches from all parts of Ireland.
TCI informs and represents coaches in Ireland on all matters relating to teaching the game. From inception TCI has been affiliated to and worked closely with Tennis Ireland.
Member Benefits
- Access to low-premium Public Liability Insurance (over 18s)
- Membership of subscription coaching information websites
- Free Provincial Workshop each year
- Regular CPD opportunities — workshops, conferences & webinars
- Monthly coach communication newsletter
- Job opportunity emails and networking
- Listed on Find A Coach directory at tenniscoachireland.ie
- 20% off at Grandstand Sports, Dun Laoghaire
Other Courses
Beyond coaching qualifications — develop your leadership and activation skills.
Tennis Ireland
Leaders Course
Developing the next generation of tennis leaders in Ireland
The Tennis Ireland Leaders Course is designed to develop skilled, confident, and passionate leaders within the Irish tennis community. Whether you're a club volunteer, a junior coach, or a committee member — this programme will equip you with the tools and mindset to lead with impact.
Participants will explore leadership principles, communication, community engagement, and how to drive sustainable growth in their clubs and communities.
Interested in the Leaders Course? Reach out to your Regional Development Officer below — they'll be happy to help.
Tennis Ireland
Activators Course
Empowering people to bring tennis to their communities
The Activators Course is a practical, energetic programme that trains enthusiastic individuals to run beginner-friendly tennis sessions in clubs, parks, schools, and community spaces. No prior coaching qualification is required.
Activators are the lifeblood of grassroots tennis — they introduce new players to the game, grow participation, and help clubs thrive. Complete this course and start making a difference in your community right away.
Run Beginner Sessions
Deliver fun, inclusive introductory tennis sessions — no prior coaching experience needed.
Any Venue, Any Group
Parks, schools, leisure centres, clubs — take the game wherever people are.
Community First
Focus on fun and inclusion — helping underrepresented groups discover tennis.
