National Development Program
Empowering promising athletes through a holistic lens – with high-performance training and personal development to succeed in tennis and life.
About the National Development Program
Tennis Australia's National Development Program (NDP) is designed to provide comprehensive support to young Australian tennis players from 11 to 18 years of age, prioritising both their athletic and personal development journeys.
Working in collaboration with players’ private coaches, this program offers several key benefits:
- Financial assistance
Covering travel and accommodation costs for national and international tournaments.
- Coaching excellence
Access to high-quality coaching and training from certified Tennis Australia coaches.
- Physical optimisation
Customised strength and conditioning programs aimed at enhancing physical performance.
- Nutritional guidance
Support and education to ensure optimal health and maximise on-court performance.
- Sports psychology
Opportunities to develop resilience and various skills to navigate challenges during competitions.
- Wellbeing support
Mentorship and guidance for personal development and planning beyond tennis.
Who can participate
To qualify for the National Development Program, candidates must meet specific criteria set by Tennis Australia, including age, tennis ranking/rating, and performance in national and international events.
Further information regarding the criteria and other key information is available within the brochure below:
Get in touch
If you have any queries on the NDP, please contact [email protected].