TENNIS stars of the future are being invited to enrol on two seven-week mini-tennis courses, being offered at Hambleton Leisure Centre in Northallerton.

The courses, designed for under-eights and over-eights, will be taught by Lawn Tennis professional Pam Bailey in an attempt to meet rising demand for lessons following a similar summer programme.

"We're hoping to provide the foundations that could lead them to playing regularly for local clubs or even going on to play the game at the highest level," said leisure centre manager Richard Boucher.

The course costs £16, but demand is expected to be high so parents are being advised it will be a case of first come, first served.

For more information call Hambleton Leisure Centre on 01609 777070.

Updated: 11:50 Wednesday, November 13, 2002