Fall 2026 Instructor Certification Courses

As we head into the fall season, we’re excited to share several upcoming Coaching Certification opportunities taking place across Ontario. These courses are a great way to begin or continue your professional development, connect with fellow coaches, and advance your coaching pathway. 

Upcoming Fall Certification Courses: 

Smart Vaughan Instructor Level 1 Fall Course #1
Dates: October 6, 8, 13, 15
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Smart Vaughan Tennis Centre
Address: 775 Applewood Crescent, Vaughan, ON L4K 5C7
Click here to register
Course Fee: $820, plus applicable taxes 

Northfield Instructor Level 1 Course
Dates: November 13-15 & 20-22
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: The Club at Northfield
Address: 155 Northfield Dr W, Waterloo, ON N2L 5J3
Click here to register
Course Fee: $820, plus applicable taxes 

Benefits of TPA/OTA Instructor Certification: 

• Risk Management & Safe Sport-$5M Liability Insurance 
• Membership Growth & Retention 
• Access to World-Class Resources 
• Reputation in Your Community 
• Quality Coaching for Your Members/Participants 
• TPA Product Discounts 

Instructor Course Requirements 

Please review the following requirements carefully before registering for an Instructor course: 

• Minimum Age: Candidates must be turning 16 years of age or older within one year of the course start date. 

**Candidates who are 15 years old and turning 16 within one year of the course may complete all in-course testing** 

• Certification will not be issued until the candidate’s 16th birthday, even if all course components are successfully completed. 
• Play Level: A minimum play level of 3.0 is required to complete the Demo Test Evaluation. 

Evaluations: Certification includes evaluations in: 

• Demonstration 
• Leadership 
• Teaching 
• Knowledge 
• Making Ethical Decisions (MED) 

E-Learning Modules: 

• All 8 e-learning modules must be completed prior to the course start date. 
• Approximately 3–4 hours are required to complete the modules. 

Results: 

• Candidates will not receive access to results until both of the following are completed: 
• The Making Ethical Decisions (MED) module 
• All 8 e-learning modules 

We encourage coaches to register early, as space is limited and demand is expected to be high. If you have questions regarding eligibility, prerequisites, or course details, please don’t hesitate to reach out. 

We look forward to supporting your continued growth and development in 2026.