Coaching Beginner & Intermediate Course (CBI)
The ITF CBI Course is the follow-up to the ITF Play Tennis Course, designed to help coaches progress from assistant coach to independent coach. This intensive programme prepares you to coach beginner and intermediate players confidently.
Everything you need to know
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Progress towards becoming an independent coach
The ITF Coaching Beginner & Intermediate Course helps coaches progress from assistant coaching roles into independent coaching delivery. Participants will learn how to plan and deliver effective coaching sessions for beginner and intermediate players.
Before You Begin
- Participants must have completed the ITF Play Tennis Course.
- Tutor recommendation is required.
- Participants should possess a suitable playing standard.
What You Will Learn
- Work independently with beginner and intermediate players.
- Apply advanced knowledge of methodology, strategy, tactics, technique, biomechanics, and player development.
- Effectively use feeding, rallying, and live-ball situations to challenge players.
- Deliver both group and individual lessons with confidence.
Course Outcome
- Progress from assistant coach to independent coach.
- Gain confidence coaching beginner and intermediate players.
- Develop practical tools for effective lesson delivery.
Who can join?
Course Prerequisite
- Be 18 years or older.
- Have successfully completed the ITF Play Tennis Course with a tutor recommendation.
- Be in good health and fitness to complete course requirements.
Playing Level
- Demonstrate a minimum playing level, including rallying, basic strokes, and feeding balls.
- A playing test will be conducted during the course.
Upcoming course intakes
| No. | Course Date | Registration Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 03 August 2026 – 11 September 2026 | Register Here |
| 2 | March 2027 – April 2027 | Coming Soon |
| 3 | August 2027 – September 2027 | Coming Soon |
ITF CBI Course fees
| Category | Fee (inclusive of GST) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Singaporeans | SGD $1,500.00* | *A convenience fee with 9% GST will be imposed depending on the mode of payment. |
| Permanent Residents of Singapore | SGD $1,900.00* | *A convenience fee with 9% GST will be imposed depending on the mode of payment. |
| Non-Singaporeans | SGD $2,100.00* | *A convenience fee with 9% GST will be imposed depending on the mode of payment. |
Certification assessments
Participants are required to complete written and practical assessments to successfully complete the ITF Coaching Beginner & Intermediate Course.
Written Test
- 30-point multiple-choice written assessment.
- Pass mark is 67%.
- Minimum score of 20 out of 30 required.
Practical Assessments
- Tennis ability assessment.
- Group lesson practical assessment.
- Individual lesson practical assessment.
Re-Assessments
- Participants will have two opportunities to complete practical assessments successfully.
- Applicable to tennis ability, group lesson, and individual lesson assessments.
