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Introductory Course

This course is the ideal introduction into racquet stringing. It is aimed at people looking to get a tasty 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 overgrips,
  • 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 - £125
  • Groups of 5 or more - 10% discount per person
  • Groups of 10 or more – 15% discount per person
 
  • ERSA Certified Stringer Test - €120
  • ERSA Master Racquet Technician - €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 MRT level or higher,
  • have strung a several Grand Slam tournaments including Wimbledon,
  • have strung at ITF futures, ATP Challengers, and ATP/WTA Tour events,
  • are part of the Great Britain Davis Cup Team.
 
  • Babolat 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.
 
  • 6 LTA Licence points will be gained by coaches attending this course
  • 6 LTA Licence points will be gained by taking and passing either an ERSA Certified Stringer or Master Racquet Technician Test
  • Currently LTA Licence points will be applied retrospectively due to the LTA upgrading their CPD accreditation applications.


A deposit of £50 is payable on booking, with the balance paid a week before the course.


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