Tennis for Schools in Taguig: A PE Guide

TL;DR: Tennis can give schools a practical way to teach net/wall-game skills in PE. Begin with small spaces, slower balls and cooperative rallies; use a full tennis court as students progress. Slice Club is planning three outdoor courts in Taguig, but the club is not open yet and school arrangements have not been confirmed.

The image above is a concept rendering of the planned Slice Club facility, not a photograph of completed courts.

If you are looking for a tennis court for schools in Taguig, it helps to plan the learning experience before choosing a venue. A school tennis programme can begin on campus, build towards a court visit and give students a new way to move, cooperate and make decisions during play.

Does tennis fit into a school PE curriculum?

Yes—as an option, not a requirement. The Philippine Department of Education's PE and Health curriculum guide includes net/wall games: games in which players send a ball or shuttle over a net or against a wall into an area defended by an opponent. DepEd's 2025–26 Grade 8 teacher notes name tennis among the examples.

That does not mean every school must teach tennis. It means a PE teacher can use tennis activities to support suitable net/wall-game outcomes, adapted to the learners' age, equipment and available space. For example, pupils can practise tracking a ball, moving into position, sending it into space, sustaining a rally and showing fair play. The same teacher notes recommend starting with small games and modified equipment, then asking students to solve simple tactical problems.

There is also a wider activity goal. The World Health Organization recommends that children and adolescents aged 5–17 average at least 60 minutes a day of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity across the week. PE and sport can contribute to that total; one tennis lesson alone is not a substitute for regular activity throughout the week.

An age-appropriate way to introduce tennis

Students do not need to serve on a full-size court on day one. The International Tennis Federation's Tennis10s approach uses smaller courts and slower red, orange and green balls for players aged 10 and under. Schools can borrow the principle of matching the playing area and ball speed to the group, including for older beginners.

Here is a simple four-lesson PE sequence a teacher can adapt:

1. Track and move. Use a soft ball and marked space to practise ready position, safe spacing and moving towards the bounce.
2. Send and receive. Pair students for short, cooperative rallies. Count consecutive returns rather than points won.
3. Find space. Add a low net or line. Ask where to place the ball so a partner has to move, then switch roles.
4. Rally and score. Introduce a simple serve and short games. Assess control, decision-making and fair play as well as the score.

You can start these activities in a suitable school play area. A dedicated tennis court becomes useful when the group is ready for longer rallies, regulation lines and a more complete match experience.

What should a school ask before hiring a tennis court?

For a PE unit, sports day or school tennis club, court hire is only one part of the plan. Ask the venue:

• How many courts can be reserved together, and for how long?
• Is each court covered or open-air, and what happens if weather interrupts play?
• Are smaller nets, slower balls and junior rackets available, or should the school bring them?
• Who provides instruction and supervision, and what are the venue's child-safety procedures?
• Where can students arrive, wait, get water and use changing or toilet facilities?
• What are the group rate, cancellation terms and transport arrangements?

These questions help a school compare tennis court rental for schools on teaching value, safety and logistics—not just the hourly price.

A future school tennis venue in Taguig

Slice Club is planning three full-size outdoor tennis courts at Levi Mariano, Barangay Ususan, Taguig: two beneath dome-style roofs and one open to the sky. The roofs provide shelter, but the courts are not indoor or fully enclosed. The club is not open yet, and school group packages, equipment provision and coaching arrangements have not been announced.

If your school is exploring tennis for PE classes, an after-school tennis club or a school sports day in Taguig, contact Slice Club to share your year levels, group size and preferred schedule. We can discuss what a future school visit might need and confirm arrangements when the venue is ready.

Frequently asked questions

Is tennis compulsory in the DepEd PE curriculum?

No. DepEd includes net/wall games, and its Grade 8 teaching notes list tennis as one example. Schools should align any tennis unit with the learning outcomes and resources for their own year level.

Do beginners need a full-size tennis court?

No. Smaller playing spaces and slower balls can make early rallies more manageable. A full court is useful as skills develop and students move towards standard play.

Can a school book Slice Club now?

Not yet. Slice Club is still pre-opening. Send the team an enquiry if you would like to discuss possible school use when details are confirmed.