What to bring and buy for a tennis clinic

A tennis clinic needs more than rackets and balls. You will need enough training equipment for the group, a clear registration setup, drinks for the court and practical supplies for the wrap buffet. Check quantities against your participant list before ordering, especially rackets, reusable glasses and chilled drinks. Pack weather-sensitive items last, and arrange equipment so the coach can start the warm-up without searching for cones, bibs or resistance bands.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Sports equipment

Tennis racketsqty 20
Tennis ballsqty 60
Ball basketsqty 4
Marker discsqty 24
Conesqty 20
Agility ladderqty 2
Training bibsqty 12
Resistance bandsqty 10
Whistlesqty 2
Scoreboardsqty 4

Furniture

Foldable tablesqty 6
Chairsqty 24
Benchesqty 4
Clothes racksqty 2

Equipment

Stopwatchesqty 4
Portable speaker
Extension cordsqty 2
Rechargeable power banksqty 2

Catering

Coolersqty 3
Water dispensersqty 2
Thermos flasksqty 4
Coffee maker
Serving traysqty 4
Serving plattersqty 8
Cutting boardsqty 3
Chef's knivesqty 3
Serving tongsqty 6
Groceries
- Whole wheat wraps - 40 pieces
- Chicken breast - 3 kilograms
- Falafel - 1.5 kilograms
- Hummus - 1 kilogram
- Shredded cheese - 1 kilogram
- Iceberg lettuce - 4 heads
- Cucumbers - 6 pieces
- Cherry tomatoes - 2 kilograms
- Bell peppers - 10 pieces
- Red onions - 6 pieces
- Avocados - 10 pieces
- Grated carrots - 1 kilogram
- Canned corn - 6 cans
- Canned black beans - 6 cans
- Garlic sauce - 2 bottles
- Salsa sauce - 2 jars
- Sweet chili sauce - 2 bottles
- Mayonnaise - 1 bottle
- Ketchup - 1 bottle
- Olive oil - 1 bottle
- Salt - 1 tin
- Black pepper - 1 canister
- Paprika powder - 1 can
- Cumin - 1 can
- Lemon juice - 2 bottles
- Paprika chips - 4 bags
- Plain chips - 4 bags
- Snack mix - 3 bags
- Muesli bars - 30 pieces
- Bananas - 25 pieces
- Apples - 25 pieces
- Grapes - 3 kilograms
- Cookies - 4 packs
- Still mineral water - 10 bottles
- Sparkling mineral water - 6 bottles
- Cola - 4 bottles
- Cola Zero - 4 bottles
- Orange juice - 4 cartons
- Apple juice - 3 packs
- Coffee - 2 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Milk - 4 liters
- Oat milk - 2 liter
- Sugar - 1 kilogram
- Honey - 1 jar
- Ice cubes - 10 kilograms
- Trash bags - 2 rolls
- Paper towels - 4 rolls
- Toilet paper - 24 rolls
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- All-purpose cleaner - 2 bottles
- Hand soap - 3 bottles
- Paper napkins - 3 packs

Tableware

Reusable platesqty 30
Reusable bowlsqty 24
Reusable glassesqty 40
Coffee cupsqty 24
Cutlery setsqty 30

Decorations

Name badgesqty 25
Pensqty 12
Registration sign
Schedule of roundsqty 6

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 4
Hand sanitizerqty 3
Cleaning bucketsqty 2
Cleaning clothsqty 12
Dish brushesqty 2

Safety

First aid kit
Cold packsqty 6
Sunshadesqty 3

Tips

Plan one tennis racket per player where possible, plus spare rackets for breakage or late arrivals. Count tennis balls before the clinic and sort them into baskets so drills can start immediately.
Provide water throughout the session rather than relying only on welcome drinks. Use water dispensers or coolers on site, and chill drinks before participants arrive.
Prepare the registration desk with name badges, the current participant list and a working pen supply. Print the list close to the event, after registrations and dietary requirements have been updated.
Keep the warm-up equipment together: marker discs, cones, an agility ladder, resistance bands and training bibs. Pack these in one clearly labelled bag so the coach does not lose time setting up.
For the wrap buffet, check that you have enough reusable plates, bowls and glasses for the full group, not just the registered players. Arrange serving trays, platters, cutting boards, knives and tongs before the first food is put out.

Frequently asked questions

How many tennis balls do I need for a tennis clinic?: For a group of 8 to 12 players, prepare at least 24 to 36 tennis balls for drills and warm-up exercises. Bring extra balls if the court is large or the clinic uses several stations at once.
How much water should I bring to a tennis clinic?: Plan roughly 1 to 1.5 litres of water per participant for a standard clinic, with more in warm weather. Put water on court before the session starts and keep additional drinks chilled in coolers.
What equipment does a tennis coach need for a clinic?: The core setup includes rackets, tennis balls, ball baskets, cones, marker discs, training bibs and at least one whistle. Add stopwatches, scoreboards, an agility ladder and resistance bands when the programme includes timed drills or fitness work.
When should I buy the food and drinks for a tennis clinic?: Confirm the participant count and dietary requirements at least 3 to 5 days before the clinic, then order the groceries. Pick up chilled items on the day, ideally 2 to 4 hours before serving, so drinks and buffet ingredients stay fresh.

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