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A New Chapter: Stepping Up to Competitive Tennis
October marks an exciting new chapter in Charlotte’s tennis journey. For the past few years, tennis has been a big part of her life. As Charlotte has continued to develop, it has gradually become clear that she needed a different training environment to support her next stage of growth. While the club’s elite training program […]
Tennis Europe vs TenPro: Which Is Better for him/her?
Tennis Europe The official European junior tour administered by Tennis Europe, featuring U12, U14, and U16 events and international rankings. The circuit includes hundreds of tournaments across Europe and provides a pathway toward higher-level junior competition. Pros ✅ Official ranking system ✅ Strong international competition ✅ Recognized pathway toward ITF Juniors ✅ Players represent their […]
When Should Kids Start International Tournaments?
The Honest Answer: Earlier Isn’t Always Better A lot believe their kids must start at 10 or 11 years old. The reality is: some players benefit from international exposure at age 10-11, while a lot of the others are better off waiting until 12-13 years old. More importantly, late starters can still become elite juniors. […]
Is My Child Ready for Their First International Tournament?
Your kids may be ready if they can: ✅ Compete confidently against the strongest players in their region ✅ Handle winning and losing without emotional meltdowns ✅ Stay focused for multiple matches over several days ✅ Travel and maintain routines away from home ✅ Show genuine motivation to compete internationally Below are signals that your […]
Tennis Europe Clothing Rules: Watch the Logo Size!
One thing that surprised us when Charlotte started playing Tennis Europe tournaments was how strict the clothing regulations are, especially regarding sponsor logos. Many junior players receive support from local businesses, tennis clubs, academies, or equipment sponsors. However, Tennis Europe limits the size and placement of logos that can appear on a player’s clothing. For […]
Testing Herself in the U14 Age Group
In a few months, Charlotte will move into the U14 age group, where the level of competition becomes significantly stronger. To help prepare for this transition, we recently entered a Tennis Europe U14 Category 3 tournament held in Denmark. For us, this was a perfect “two birds with one stone” opportunity. First, the tournament was […]
Yonex Osaka Showroom: A Hidden Gem for Tennis Fans in Japan
During our summer holiday in Japan, we had the chance to add Kyoto to our travel itinerary. One of the highlights of the trip was a visit to the Yonex Osaka Showroom.There are only two Yonex showrooms in Japan, one in Osaka and one in Tokyo. The Osaka showroom features equipment and products for a […]
First ATF Tournament in Thailand: A Complete Parent’s Guide
What We Wish We Had Known Before Charlotte’s First ATF Experience in Bangkok If you’re considering your child’s first ATF tournament in Thailand, this guide is for you. After spending a week in Bangkok for Charlotte’s first ATF event, we’ve gathered our experiences, lessons learned, and practical tips to help other tennis families prepare for […]
From Holiday to International Competition: Charlotte’s First ATF Experience in Bangkok
A week of tennis, tough lessons, new friendships, and valuable growth under the Thai sun (also read this article to get a complete guide for preparing your 1st ATF tournament in Thailand) When we planned our summer holiday to Bangkok, competing in an international tennis tournament was not part of the original plan. What started […]
Whole new experience with Yonex
June is a lucky month for me where I received a sponsorship opportunity from Yonex. I recently had the chance to try the Yonex rackets I had been dreaming about. We visited the Yonex Copenhagen shop in Østerport to get the full experience, and it was definitely worth it. Malou from the shop was very […]