San Francisco
Improve your tennis with personalized coaching
Join us to develop physical discipline, resiliency, and self-confidence on and off the court.
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WHAT WE OFFER
How would you like to learn?
Lessons are available 7 days a week and held in Russian Hill.
We love our kids! Ages 4+ are welcome to take privates, and 6+ are welcome in both privates and group tennis lessons.
Group
Have fun as you learn with 4-6 players, practice competitive play, and still get individualized feedback. Groups of friends welcome!
Private
Hone your technique, accelerate your learning, and get to the next level with personalized 60 or 90-minute 1-1 instruction. All levels are welcome.
“10/10 recommend”
10/10 recommend working with Paul! He tailored lessons to my skill and learning style as we got to know each other and gave me the confidence needed to play with more experienced players.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
— Marissa
“I’ve massively improved my game”
Paul is an amazing person and a wonderful coach. I’ve been taking lessons with him for a few years and have massively improved my game. I’ve been so impressed with Paul, I’ve enrolled my kids and my husband in classes too and they all love it. I (and my family) highly recommend him!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
— Catherine
“Paul is an exceptional tennis instructor, probably the best I’ve ever taken from“
Paul is an exceptional tennis instructor, probably the best I’ve ever taken from. Strong communicator and easy to deal with. He’s got an expert’s grasp of the game and is very good at observing where you’re going wrong and coaching you around the unique issues you need to address.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
— Lansing
“Paul is an awesome coach.”
Paul is an awesome coach. I’ve had 6 lessons with him so far, and made a lot of progress. Paul is great at analyzing your strokes and giving pointers for where your technique needs improvement, as well as discussing tennis strategy. I’ve even used his strategy tips to win some matches!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
— Shiv
“6 stars!”
6 stars! Paul is the tennis instructor you’re looking for. Any student would be lucky to work with him. He is a highly experienced, thoughtful coach who leads challenging – and fun – clinics, as well as lessons. I’m looking forward to training with Paul for years to come and feel very lucky to have found him.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
— David
“Paul took me to playing at a 4.0-4.5 level”
Paul took me from a 3.0 player to playing at a 4.0-4.5 level. His instruction ranges from teaching fundamentals of your stroke to more tactical lessons such as planning out a point and sharpening the mental aspect of match play.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
— Jay
MEET YOUR HEAD COACH
A Passion for Coaching
Coach Paul is a beloved San Francisco tennis community member who brings over 20 years of experience coaching juniors and adults.
His philosophy for beginner players is to learn the fundamentals of technique and to have fun. For advanced players, his focus is to refine their game and challenge their tactical strategy. In his own words, you can’t always control the outcome, but you can control your attitude, your mindset, and your effort.
20+
Years of Coaching Experience
Hundreds
of students coached
FAQ
Not sure what your level is?
Contact us to talk about your experience, athleticism, and how to get started.
Is rescheduling possible?
We understand things change, so as long as you provide 24-hour advanced notice, you can change your lesson without charge. Check our Policies to learn about cancellations.
What happens when it rains?
We’ll postpone the lesson until the next available time. Your coach will communicate with you directly if a lesson is rained out. Check our Policies to learn about rainy days.
Payment
Full payment is collected ahead of time or on lesson day. We do accept Venmo!
I’ve never played before…Can I borrow a racket?
Yes! We have several spares we can loan during the lesson time until you find your racket.
Do you teach private groups?
Yes! We offer private group lessons for groups of 4-6 people. Adults and kids are welcome.
REady to begin?
Text to get Started
Send us a message to discuss your availability, experience, and goals. We’re on court during the day and will do our best to get back to you within 24 hours.
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