Introductory Course

This course is the ideal introduction into racquet stringing. It is aimed at people looking to get a taste of what racquet stringing involves before they fully commit to a more intense course. It can also be used by parents of junior players, or the players themselves to get a better understand of this skill. Not only does it cover how to string a racquet, but it includes information about different types of string and how to understand the technology used within the racquets.

Overview of course

A one day course will cover the following :-

Discussion of string properties and characteristics,
Discussion of frame properties and characteristics,
Instruction on how to string a tennis racquet which will cover: -

Removal of string in a correct manner,
Measuring of string,
Correct stringing methods,
Handling of string.

Attendees have opportunity to spend half a day stringing a tennis racquet,
Removal and replacing grips, both base and overgrip &
Replacing bumper/grommet strips,

The course may also cover the following: -

How tennis racquet aren’t always made to advertised specifications and what it means to a player,
How to set up a tennis racquet to avoid or alleviate injuries

Learning Outcome of Courses

Depending on which course is attended, the learning outcome of the courses will be as follows: -

Understanding of the importance of: -

Different strings characteristics,
Benefits of choosing the right string,
The effects of choosing the wrong strings
Using proper and sound techniques,
In a manner that reduces stress on the frame,
To avoid damage to the frame when stringing it,
To improve performance of the tennis racquet,
To provide a professionally finished product.

How to correctly:-

Remove an old grip,
Fit a new base grip,
Apply an overgrip,
Remove and replace bumper/grommet strips,

Costs

Cost per person - £150 per day
Groups of 5 or more - 10% discount per person
Groups of 10 or more – 15% discount per person

ERSA Professional Stringer Test - €120
ERSA Master Professional Stringer - €120
ERSA 1 year Membership - €99
ERSA 2 year Membership - €170
ERSA 3 year Membership - €220
ERSA Group/Corporate 1 year membership - TBC

Notes

Courses will be provided by instructors who: -

Are qualified to MPS level or higher,
have strung a several Grand Slam tournaments including Wimbledon,
have strung at ITF futures, ATP Challengers, and ATP/WTA Tour events,

Babolat, Head and Prince stringing machines will be used on all course to aid the ease of learning of the attendees,
All equipment will be supplied for the courses including tennis racquets, strings, grips and bumper/grommet strips.