Rogers First Set Resource Hub

Interested in learning more about how to deliver the Rogers FIrst Set Program? 

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Our web application allows coaches to set up try, learn, and play programs and events. Parents can easily register their children to participate.

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If you are interesdted in creating an account, please email us at firstset@tenniscanada.com. 

The Learn & Play Curriculum Guide takes your through the details of how the Rogers First Set program works and various “tools” that can be used to enhance delivery.

ROGERS FIRST SET U6 CURRICULUM

U6 TENNIS, designed for children 3-5 years old, is the first step in the Active Stage part of Tennis Canada’s new Whole Player Development Pathway. Designed to be delivered on or off the court, the U6 curriculum is built on the two First Set principles:

• Player Identity: helping players adopt the ‘I am a tennis player’ identity, and
• Player-Centered: activities fit for the child, rather than squeezing the child into the activities.

U6 TENNIS will jumpstart players’ progress with general and tennis-specific games that will work on physical literacy (agility, balance, coordination), as well as emotional, mental and social skills. Activities are set up in a way that encourages active behaviour and discourages waiting in line.

The program incorporates the 6 fundamental movements that help build athletic development and success: running, jumping, throwing, catching, kicking and striking, as well as an introduction to friendly competition. All of this is done in a fun and engaging way that promotes the development of an active child with social and emotional skills such as cooperation, patience and self-control.   

Part of this program includes a sub-section, called U6 @Home, designed to bring tennis fun and learning into any environment—no tennis court or coach required. Instead, activities are led by a parent or guardian, making it an engaging and inclusive way to get young players moving. The activities require minimal space and equipment, and many can be done indoors or outdoors. While some can be played individually, they’re even better when the whole family joins in! We encourage parents and siblings to get active together and share in the fun.  

Finally, the U6 Fun Book can be printed and used by anyone in the community, whether it’s for off-court camp activities, at school, or at home!  

Links to resources: 

U6 Tennis Curriculum 
U6 @Home 
U6 Fun Book