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I am a recent Georgetown University graduate and former Division I lacrosse player with a lifelong passion for sports. I have played tennis for most of my life and love competing, teaching, and helping others improve their game. I have several years of experience coaching young athletes and enjoy working with players of all skill levels. My goal is to make each session competitive, positive, and fun while helping players become more confident on the court.
Whether you’re picking up a racket for the first time or looking to dominate your local league, my goal is simple: make tennis fast-paced, highly interactive, and exciting—while building a game designed to win. I specialize in Rock Solid Consistency, Net Play and Smart Match Strategies. I work with Kids, Juniors and Adults adding Fun, winning strategies and gamified drills that keep feet moving, building hand-eye coordination, and spark a genuine passion for the game without boring lectures.
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Private tennis lessons in Upper Montclair average $133 for a week of lessons, with 4 vetted coaches available. Every session is private — 1-on-1 by default, or with your invited group — tailored to your level and goals, at a location and time that work for you.
Tennis lessons in Upper Montclair happen at 1 locations across the city, from Holster Park to lesser-known neighborhood spots. Bookings open up across weekdays, evenings, and weekend mornings — and if you have a preferred location, your coach meets you there.
Private tennis lessons in Upper Montclair average $133 for a week of lessons. Booking a lesson package brings the per-lesson rate down, and one-off single lessons are also available — what you pay depends on your coach's experience and the session length you choose.
Private tennis lessons in Upper Montclair are built around your goals. Whatever you want to improve, a coach can focus each session on it. Here are the areas coaches in Upper Montclair work on most.
Build dependable forehands and backhands with depth and spin. Upper Montclair coaches groove your strokes and footwork so they hold up in long rallies.
Add power, placement, and a reliable second serve, then neutralize big serves on the return. A coach in Upper Montclair rebuilds the most important shots in the game.
Get comfortable finishing at the net with clean volleys, overheads, and approach shots. Tennis coaches in Upper Montclair sharpen your hands and positioning up front.
Move better, recover faster, and set up every shot with the right steps. Upper Montclair tennis coaches drill court coverage, balance, and recovery.
Win more matches by building points, reading opponents, and playing the percentages. Coaches in Upper Montclair coach the tactical side of tennis, not just technique.
Looking for tennis coaching for kids in Upper Montclair? We match kids and teens — from first-timers to high-school and club players — with coaches who specialize in junior development. Private kids tennis lessons run at the same weekly rate as adult lessons.
Tennis lessons for kids and teensEvery coach who works with kids goes through identity and background screening before being matched with young students, and their safety vetting is shown on their profile — so you can book with confidence.
Coaches in Upper Montclair teach juniors from as young as 5 through high-school and competitive athletes, tailoring each session to your child's age, level, and goals — whether that is first-time fundamentals, building confidence, or tryout and team prep.
Parents are welcome to stay and watch — many do, especially with younger kids — but it is never required. Either way, your coach shares progress and what to practice between lessons.
Coach Etienne
tennis coach
The first lesson will be diagnostic to determine your level. This will determine the rest of training.
Coach Michael
tennis coach
Live ball hitting with a mix of drilling and tailoring the time to the needs of the player
Coach Emmy
tennis coach
Goal: build comfort + evaluate ability * Quick introduction and athletic movement check (coordination, balance, reaction) * Grip instruction (continental + basic forehand grip if needed) * Basic rally intro (mini-tennis from service box) * Teach: ready position, split step, basic forehand * Light focus on contact point and control over power * End with simple rally challenge (5–10 ball rally goal) Outcome: Player is comfortable hitting and understands basic structure of tennis.
Coach Etienne
tennis coach
The first lesson will be diagnostic to determine your level. This will determine the rest of training.
Coach Michael
tennis coach
Live ball hitting with a mix of drilling and tailoring the time to the needs of the player
Coach Emmy
tennis coach
Goal: build comfort + evaluate ability * Quick introduction and athletic movement check (coordination, balance, reaction) * Grip instruction (continental + basic forehand grip if needed) * Basic rally intro (mini-tennis from service box) * Teach: ready position, split step, basic forehand * Light focus on contact point and control over power * End with simple rally challenge (5–10 ball rally goal) Outcome: Player is comfortable hitting and understands basic structure of tennis.
Coach Etienne
tennis coach
Kids love a good game! When I coach a child, it is a lot of tennis skills being learned through interactive games!
Coach Emmy
tennis coach
How I adapt my lessons for children * I keep lessons fun, simple, and high-energy to maintain focus and enjoyment * I use short explanations and lots of demonstrations instead of long talking * I focus on basic coordination, balance, and motor skills before technical detail * I use games and challenges (targets, cones, mini-tennis, point-based drills) * I prioritize positive reinforcement to build confidence early * Equipment and court space are adjusted (lower bounce balls, shorter court when needed) * I introduce fundamentals gradually: grip, rallying, and basic movement Goal: Build love for tennis, confidence, and basic coordination.
tennis coach with the most lessons taught in Upper Montclair
Coach Etienne has taught
6 lessons
The location with the most coaches teaching tennis lessons at
Holster Park
Average coach player rating
5.0
8 total ratings
and here are the coaches with top player ratings:
Number of certified coaches in Upper Montclair
1 certified coaches
Number of former college athletes teaching tennis in Upper Montclair
1 former college athletes
Average length of time coaches in Upper Montclair have been teaching for
17.33 years on average
How many coaches teach tennis in Upper Montclair
4 coaches
Average cost of a tennis lesson in Upper Montclair
$133 per lesson
699 Grove St, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
1.2 miles away • 4 tennis coaches teach here