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TENNIS or SQUASH STRINGER course at Putney LTC London 1st October 2021
2021-10-01 09:30 - 17:30 (Europe/London) | Putney LTC Balmuir Gardens, London SW15 6NG, Balmuir Gardens, London, SW156NG, United Kingdom
We will be running a one-day course for either Tennis OR Squash on Friday 1st October 2021 at Putney LTC Balmuir Gardens, London SW156NG. You can choose to focus on one sport if you wish. 9.30 am through to 5.30pm and covering all aspects of racket servicing. Your tutor will be Liam Nolan Jnr who is an experienced tournament stringer and professional coach. Its an active hands-on day of learning and at the end of the day certification will be presented if the right levels of skills have been achieved. All materials and equipment will be provided. Those already stringing and who wish to attend to gain the certification may bring along their own machine if they wish, though please arrange in advance. Pen and paper is always handy, you can bring along some rackets to work on if you wish as we may be able to include them on the day. However these must be cleaned in advance and grips removed if possible.
this course is suitable for both those new to stringing and those already stringing and wishing to gain the certification or to advance their skills.
Machines – You will be able to work on either manual or electronic machines.
Covid – We must always remain vigilant and so all equipment and materials will be cleansed thoroughly before the course. You may wear a face mask if you wish, though its now optional.
Topics will include – Health & Safety – Stringing Patterns – UKRSA RTW Pattern – String & Frame Technologies – Tension Selection – Grommet trip Replacement – Marketing Your Skills – Machine Tension Calibration & Maintenance – Knots – Tennis Elbow Considerations – Tools & Their Uses – Getting Out Of Jail – Equalising Mains Tension – Regripping – Handle Resizing – Tubing Damaged Grommets – single Grommets – Understanding Why Strings Break.

Tennis/Squash Stringer course & Professional Stringer Assessment 23rd September 2021
2021-09-23 | UKRSA HQ & Training Centre, 51 Proctor Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR67PG, United Kingdom
Tennis or Squash Stringer course on Thursday 23rd in Hemswell, Lincolnshire. I will be the tutor, small course starting at 9.30am and working through to around 5.30pm. Suitable for beginners of those wishing to improve their skills and knowledge. Cost is £199, contact me on liam@ukrsa.com for more details. Certification at the end of the day if the levels have been achieved. Nothing needed, I will have a range of 3 electronic machines and one manual machine. For experienced stringers wishing to be assessed for the higher level Professional Stringer award, this is also an excellent opportunity. Covid aware activity throughout. No mask is needed, though you may wear one if you wish. Address – The Old Chapel, 14A Weldon Road, Hemswell. Lincs DN215UG, Liam UKRSA Technical Director, Master Racket Technician USRSA

TENNIS or SQUASH STRINGER one-day course @Putney LTC London 1st September 2021
2021-09-01 09:30 - 17:30 | Putney LTC Balmuir Gardens, London SW15 6NG, Balmuir Gardens, London, SW156NG, United Kingdom
We will be running a one-day course for either Tennis OR Squash on Friday 1st September 2021 at Putney LTC Balmuir Gardens, London SW156NG. You can choose to focus on one sport if you wish. 9.30 am through to 5.30pm and covering all aspects of racket servicing. Your tutor will be Liam Nolan Jnr who is an experienced tournament stringer and professional coach. Its an active hands-on day of learning and at the end of the day certification will be presented if the right levels of skills have been achieved. All materials and equipment will be provided. Those already stringing and who wish to attend to gain the certification may bring along their own machine if they wish, though please arrange in advance. Pen and paper is always handy, you can bring along some rackets to work on if you wish as we may be able to include them on the day. However these must be cleaned in advance and grips removed if possible.
this course is suitable for both those new to stringing and those already stringing and wishing to gain the certification or to advance their skills.
Machines – You will be able to work on either manual or electronic machines.
Covid – We must always remain vigilant and so all equipment and materials will be cleansed thoroughly before the course. You may wear a face mask if you wish, though its now optional.
Topics will include – Health & Safety – Stringing Patterns – UKRSA RTW Pattern – String & Frame Technologies – Tension Selection – Grommet trip Replacement – Marketing Your Skills – Machine Tension Calibration & Maintenance – Knots – Tennis Elbow Considerations – Tools & Their Uses – Getting Out Of Jail – Equalising Mains Tension – Regripping – Handle Resizing – Tubing Damaged Grommets – single Grommets – Understanding Why Strings Break.

NOW FULL - Squash Stringer course Lewes, Sussex Sun 29th August 2021
2021-08-29 | https://www.southdownsportsclub.co.uk/, Cockshut Road, Lewes, Sussex, BN7 3PR, United Kingdom
The beautiful South Down Sports Club near Lewes will be the venue for a one-day course covering all aspects of racket servicing for Squash. Suitable for all abilities, whether an absolute beginner to stringing or an experienced stringer wishing to upgrade skills and knowledge. https://www.southdownsportsclub.co.uk/
All equipment supplied, all you will need is your enthusiasm, pen and paper. Those with a stringing machine may wish to bring it along to work on by prior arrangement with Liam Nolan. You may bring along some rackets to work on if you wish, though as for ALL the equipment used on the day, the rackets will need to be cleaned thoroughly before handing. Covid restriction will be in force, masks not required but can be worn throughout if wished. We will be using a squash court, so plenty of space to work in. Certification awarded at the end of the day if sufficient progress made.
All racket servicing skills will be covered – Types of strings, why strings break, how strings perform on ball impact, stringing patterns, types of rackets, problem rackets, overcoming problems, stringing for players with specific needs, stencilling, re-gripping, setting up a stringing business and lots more.
Time – Course starts at 9.30am and finishes at 5pm.
Food – The club has its own cafe.
Tutors – Liam Nolan and Steve Bloomfield

Kingsley Indoor Tennis Centre, Bordon GU35 9NG - SQUASH STRINGER course 27th June
2021-06-27 | https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/KingsleyIndoorTennisCentre, Main Road, Kingsley, Bordon, GU359NG, United Kingdom
The Kingsley Indoor Tennis Centre Main Road, Kingsley, Bordon https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/KingsleyTennisCentre will be the venue yet again for another SQUASH STRINGER course on Sunday 27th June 2021. 9.30am to 5.30pm. Tutors will be Liam Nolan and Charlie Prince. Max of 6 course members, grab your place by emailing Liam on liam@ukrsa.com. Cost £199.00. Suitable for all standards, from beginner to experienced stringers wishing to achieve the certification. This will be an enjoyable but busy day of racket servicing. Course members may bring along their own rackets to work on if they wish. Manual and electronic machines will be in use. All materials supplied.
Liam Nolan – UKRSA Founder and Technical Director.

TENNIS STRINGER course @ Kingsley Tennis Centre Bordon GU359NG 27th June 2021
2021-06-27 | https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/KingsleyIndoorTennisCentre, Main Road, Kingsley, Bordon, GU359NG, United Kingdom
The Kingsley Indoor Tennis Centre Main Road, Kingsley, Bordon GU35 9NG https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/KingsleyTennisCentre will be the venue yet again for another TENNIS STRINGER or SQUASH STRINGER course on Sunday 27th June 2021. 9.30am to 5.30pm. Tutors will be Liam Nolan and Charlie Prince. Max of 6 course members, grab your place by emailing Liam on liam@ukrsa.com. Cost £199.00. 6 CPD points can be applied for to LTA. Suitable for all standards, from beginner to experienced stringers wishing to achieve the certification. This will be an enjoyable but busy day of racket servicing.
All course activities will be Covid compliant and sanitisers and masks will be available.
Liam Nolan – UKRSA Founder and Technical Director.

FULL - Warwick - Tennis/Squash Stringer course Sun 30th May 2021
2021-05-30 | https://www.warwickboatclub.co.uk/, 33 Mill Street, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV34 4HB, United Kingdom
The beautiful Warwick Boat Club will be the venue for either the Tennis Stringer or Squash Stringer course. Starting at 9.30am and running through to 5.30pm, we will cover all aspects of racket servicing. This course is suitable for those starting to string or experienced stringers who wish to improve their skills and knowledge. Certification is awarded at the end of the course. Course fee includes one years UKRSA membership, which allows access to the UKRSA members forum and manufacturers discounts. Apart from the actual stringing techniques, we will also cover re-gripping, handle re-sizing, stencilling, grommet strip replacement, single grommet repair, machine selection and maintenance/calibration and how to run a successful stringing service.
We will observe coronavirus awareness, so any rackets or machines brought to the course MUST be properly cleansed beforehand. We will have available a range of hand sanitisers for your use. We are club guests and so will follow the rules of the club at all times.
There will be a range of electronic and manual machines in use. Those wishing to bring their own machines to work on can do so by arrangement in advance.
Your tutor will be Liam Nolan, UKRSA Technical Director. Liam can be contacted on liam@ukrsa.com for more details. Payment can be made via Paypal on here or direct to the UKRSA account and contact Liam for that. For LTA coaches, you may apply post course for the 6 CPD points.

ONE PLACE LEFT- MERSEYSIDE - Eccleston Park Sun 23rd May. One-Day Tennis or Squash Stringer course
2021-05-23 | Eccleston Park Lawn Tennis Club, Forest Close, Eccleston Park, Prescot, Merseyside, L342TT
Merseyside – Another one-day Tennis Stringer or Squash Stringer course on Sun 23rd May 2021. Venue will be Eccleston Park Tennis Club, Forest Close, Eccleston Park, Prescot, Merseyside, L342TT Two places left, so book on here or contact me on liam@ukrsa.com to book your place. Suitable for all abilities from complete beginner through to those wishing to learn a bit more and gain the certification and CPD points if a tennis coach. I will be your tutor, 9.30am start and 6pm finish, all machines, tools, materials and rackets provided but you may bring along your own to work on if you wish. One year UKRSA membership included, some free strings, lots of UKRSA company discounts on products, access to Technical Forum, certification at end of the day if all goes well. This is a brilliant club and I look forward to a really good day of learning. Dunlop 2.0 electronic machine, Wilson Baiardo electronic machine and Tyger manual machine. Covid precautions will be in force throughout. £199.00.

DARLINGTON - Tennis or Squash one-day stringing course 11th May 2021
2021-05-11 | DUNLOP INTERNATIONAL EUROPE LTD, Lingfield House, Lingfield Point, DARLINGTON, DL1 1RW, Lingfield House, Darlington, DL11RW, United Kingdom
The Dunlop Sports HQ building in Lingfield House in Darlington will be the venue for either the Tennis Stringer or Squash Stringer course. Starting at 9.30am and running through to 6pm, we will cover all aspects of racket servicing. This course is suitable for those starting to string or experienced stringers who wish to improve their skills and knowledge. Certification is awarded at the end of the course. Course fee includes one years UKRSA membership, which allows access to the UKRSA members forum and manufacturers discounts. Apart from the actual stringing techniques, we will also cover re-gripping, handle re-sizing, stencilling, grommet strip replacement, single grommet repair, machine selection and maintenance/calibration and how to run a successful stringing service. Dunlop electronic machine will be provided, plus Wilson Bairdo machine and manual lockout machine.
Any rackets brought to the course MUST be properly cleansed beforehand. We will have available a range of hand sanitisers for your use.
There will be a range of electronic and manual machines in use. Those wishing to bring their own machines to work on can do so by arrangement in advance. Please bring your own food, though there will be free tea/coffee etc provided throughout the day.
Your tutor will be Liam Nolan, UKRSA Technical Director. Liam can be contacted on liam@ukrsa.com for more details. £199.00 Payment can be made via Paypal on here or direct to the UKRSA account and contact Liam for that. For LTA coaches, you may request 6 CPD points after the course.

Two-Day Professional Stringer course Sheffield 30th & 31st March 2021
2021-03-30 09:30 - 2021-03-31 16:30 | Hallamshire Tennis and Squash Club, 716 Ecclesall Rd, Sheffield, Yorkshire, S118TA, United Kingdom
Professional Stringer course over two days at Hallamshire Tennis & Squash Club Sheffield on Tues 30th & Weds 31st 2021. This is our most comprehensive course, covering all racket sports. 9.30am to 4.30pm each day. Course tutor will be Liam Nolan UKRSA Technical Director. Every aspect of racket servicing will be covered. To book your place or get more information contact Liam direct on liam@ukrsa.com. Suitable for all, from complete novice through to experienced stringers wishing to upgrade their skills and achieve the certification. All equipment will be provided, just bring your enthusiasm! Course fee includes one years UKRSA membership to keep you technically supported, generous discounts on strings and grips and advice on selecting the right stringing machine. You can bring along your own rackets to work on. Covid Aware procedures will be in force throughout.
Course fee £299. 3 places available, do do not delay applying, Liam
