Technique & Footwork
Develop serve mechanics, movement, balance and positioning to create a stronger base for every shot.
Develop a Stronger All-Round Game
The Tennis Summer School is designed for players who want to improve in a positive, energetic and supportive environment.
Coaching covers serving, footwork, positional play, shot selection and match tactics, helping students understand both technique and decision-making.
Beginners can build reliable foundations, while more experienced players refine consistency, movement and tactical awareness through appropriately challenging sessions.
Tennis Coaching & Curriculum
Shot Development
Improve control, consistency and accuracy across groundstrokes, volleys and serving through progressive drills.
Match Play & Tactics
Apply skills in game situations, make better shot selections and build confidence in competitive play.
What Students Will Learn
- Use more consistent technique in serving, movement and shot production.
- Make better decisions through improved positioning, tactics and match awareness.
- Communicate with coaches and international peers in English with greater confidence.
Activities & Excursions
Evening Activities
Join swimming, team challenges, sports, games and social events with the wider summer-school community.
UK Excursions
Trips may include Central London, Cambridge and other cultural or historic destinations.
Overnight Experience
Selected stays may include a supervised overnight experience such as Warwick Castle.
English Lessons
Alongside tennis coaching, students receive 15 hours of English tuition each week from experienced TEFL-qualified teachers.
Lessons focus on practical speaking, listening, reading and writing, with English reinforced through coaching, activities, excursions and everyday interaction with international students.
Accommodation, Safety & Welfare
Students stay in secure full-board boarding-school accommodation, with a structured timetable balancing English lessons, tennis, activities and rest.
Experienced residential and pastoral staff provide 24-hour supervision, supported by a 1:6 staff-to-student ratio.
- Secure boarding-school campuses
- Experienced pastoral and residential teams
- Freshly prepared meals
- Structured daily routines
- Ongoing wellbeing support
Locations, Dates & Fees
Samiad programmes are hosted at leading UK boarding schools with strong academic, residential, sports and leisure facilities.
Windsor
Historic university city, 30+ colleges, STEM & leadership focus
One of the world’s most prestigious schools
- Dates
- 29 Jun – 10 Aug 2025
- Duration
- 1 – 6 weeks
- Price from
- £950 – £1,450 / week
Cambridge
Historic university city, 30+ colleges, STEM & leadership focus
Tradition & Innovation
- Dates
- 29 Jun – 10 Aug 2025
- Duration
- 1 – 6 weeks
- Price from
- £950 – £1,450 / week
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What Parents & Students Say
“I went to samiad/box hill school for 2 weeks and they were the best two weeks of my life, everyone was so friendly and lovely, teachers and staff always encouraged us to ask questions and to never be ashamed of not knowing things and words.
I highly recommend the school and I’m 100% going to samiad again after i finish my last year at school!”
“Samiad is Amazing. We arranged for my nephew to join the summer school and he cannot stop talking about it and everything that he saw , experienced and learned.
I would recommend Samiad to everyone!! 5 stars without a doubt !”
“My son came to samiad school for several years in a row.
He really liked the friendly atmosphere, the international nature of the school, a large number of activities, independence.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Do players need to bring their own racket?
Students may bring their own racket if preferred. Essential tennis equipment can also be provided, subject to final pre-arrival guidance.
What is a typical day like?
A typical day combines English lessons, tennis coaching, meals, activities and evening entertainment, with time for rest and socialising.
What level of player is the programme aimed at?
The programme is intended for different ability levels, from beginners to more experienced players, with appropriate grouping and coaching.
Will experienced players be challenged?
More experienced players should receive sessions focused on technique refinement, consistency, tactical decision-making and match play.
How many hours of tennis coaching are included?
Students will receive 12 hours of professional tennis coaching each week.
Do students need to speak fluent English?
No. English lessons are designed for different language levels, and students practise naturally throughout tennis, activities and daily campus life.
What makes the programme safe and supportive?
Students receive 24-hour supervision from experienced residential and pastoral teams, supported by a 1:6 staff-to-student ratio.
Ready to take their tennis further?
Speak with the Samiad admissions team about ability, equipment, campuses, dates and availability.