Dorset Coach Representative
Harry Lund is Dorset's Coach Representative. He works closely with the Dorset Tennis & Padel committee and local coaches to promote and develop tennis opportunities for players of all ages and abilities. He focuses on building strong relationships with local coaches, identifying areas for improvement in tennis coaching and organising coaching clinics and workshops to support professional development.
Contact Harry E | harryhltc@outlook.com M | 07855 436701
UPCOMING COACHING COURSES
Doubles Focused CPD Workshop
Date | 16th April 2026
Time | 9 am to 1 pm
Venue | David Lloyd Club, Poole
Provider | Rob Smith, LTA Coach
Coach Credits | 4 via Independent Learning
Cost | Free
To reserve your place, contact Harry Lund - harryhltc@outlook.com
LTA Padel Instructor (Level 2)
Start date | 4th April 2026 - 9 am to 5 pm
Venue | Advantage Padel, Mudeford
Provider | Rocket Padel
Coach Credits | 15
Cost | £575
The LTA Padel Instructor qualification is a five-day qualification is ideal for those looking to expand their knowledge of padel coaching, enabling you to lead in the delivery of group coaching.
LTA Assistant (Level 1)
Start date | 18th October 2026 - 9 am
End date | 8th November 2026 - 5 pm
Venue | Bournemouth Gardens Community Tennis Centre
Provider | Rocket Padel
Coach Credits | 12
Cost | £265
This enhanced two day qualification is ideal for tennis parents, enthusiasts, or keen players looking for the knowledge and skills to support group coaching sessions, alongside a lead Coach.
Improve Players Faster with 4 Learning Strategies
Start date | 19th October 2026 - 8.30 am - 12.30 pm
Venue | The West Hants Club
Provider | Rocket Padel
Cost | £50
Explore proven learning strategies that enhance players’ comprehension, application, and retention of new skills.
Grants to help with the cost of Coaching Qualifications
Dorset Tennis will support (at the present time) 100% of the LTA Assistant (Level 1) course and up to 50% of LTA Tennis Instructor (Level 2) and LTA Tennis Coach (Level 3). Remaining costs must be supported by the candidate and/or the club or some other form of partnership funding. Normally candidates will be expected to pay their own travel and other expenses including DBS and attending first aid courses.
For Level 4 and Level 5, applications will be reviewed on an individual basis.
Coaches receiving support from Dorset Tennis & Padel will be expected to commit to continuing to coach in Dorset for at least the 12 months following the course and to participating in Dorset Tennis & Padel activities for up to 10 hours.
Applications must be submitted prior to and well in advance of the start of the course.
LTA DORSET COACH FORUM 2025
Another fantastic LTA Dorset Coach Forum at David Lloyd Poole, all about coaching doubles and helping young players build confidence at the net.
Amazing energy on and off the court.
Brilliant to see a record number of Dorset coaches catching up, sharing ideas and having some brilliant discussions in the off-court session, focused around how head coaches and programme leaders can grow their own teams and tackle the local coach shortage.
Dorset Coaching Vacancies
Dorset coaching vacancies will be published on this page. Vacancies in other parts of the country can be found on the LTA website here. Venues are invited to send us any coaching vacancies they have for publication.
Financial Support
Dorset LTA is keen to support coaches, future coaches and volunteers who are committed to supporting Tennis for Britain. In seeking funding assistance, we also encourage you to gain the support of your club/school/local authority as well as look to apply for additional partnership funding.
Coach Education Finance Assistance criteria and Application Form can be found here.
Dorset WhatsApp Coaches Group
Dorset has a WhatsApp group for county Accredited Coaches with the purpose to encourage communication, sharing of ideas etc. To join the group, please e-mail info@dorsetlta.co.uk.
Dorset Coach Network Events
Events will be held twice a year. Coaches will be notified of upcoming events by e-mail. Events will also be publicised on our social media and website.
Coaches - LTA Fully Funded Mentoring
As part of the LTA's vision 'Tennis Opened Up' and Inclusion Strategy, the LTA offer a Diversity & Inclusion Bursary Scheme designed to provide mentoring support to people from underrepresented groups.
Individuals can apply for 6 fully-funded 1-hour mentoring sessions with an LTA Coach Mentor, if over 18 and Accredited, and any or all of the following apply:
- You are a female
- You have a disability
- You are from an ethnically diverse community
LTA Coach Mentoring page on the LTA website
Tennis Qualification Pathway
LTA Qualifications prepare coaches for specific jobs and roles that exist within the tennis industry. Find out more here.
Coaching LTA Youth
LTA Youth is a fresh, modern and comprehensive coaching programme for kids aged 4 - 18 years. The programme will help make tennis more relevant, accessible, welcoming and enjoyable for more kids. Find out more on the LTA website.
LTA Submit an Enquiry Form
The LTA has a very comprehensive FAQ section on their website, however, if you need to contact the LTA directly, you can do so via their 'Submit an Enquiry' form.
LTA FAQs
LTA 'Submit an Enquiry' form
First Aid Certificates
First aid certificates can now be submitted directly in the LTA Coach Hub.
Coaching Courses
The LTA run a large number of coaching courses, visit the LTA website.
