The compulsory tests (performance testing & movement screening) are performed three times a season on all WimX athletes. Athletes are assessed on return from the summer holidays, after the February half-term break (after players completed first training cycle), & before the summer holidays.

Performance testing (compulsory)

The physical performance tests are designed to assess for all physical components of tennis (linear speed, multi-directional speed, lower/upper limb power, agility & anaerobic endurance) & are based around the LTA Talent ID physical testing.

These tests are performed on the athletes up until the age of 12 years old, after which they move on to a more comprehensive assessment. All results from the tests are compared to national averages provided by the LTA, which in turn are used to identify strengths/weaknesses and guide the program development. Players are issued a report after each testing period, which includes goals for the next training cycle. Goals are reassessed after each testing period.

Movement Screening (compulsory)

For this we use a modified version of Gray Cooks Functional Movement Screen (FMS). We have chosen this:

• The FMS looks at how the body works as a whole to determine a general level of mobility and stability incorporated with functional movement.
• Helps to bring attention to any asymmetries or dysfunction that may be present.
• To rule out and red flag any special evaluation needs that may need to be referred to a physiotherapist or doctor prior to training.
• Can be used to predict susceptibility to injury.

Once players have been screened, they will be given individual corrective exercises in which to incorporate into their warm up & cool downs.