Learn Tennis with Phillip
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💰$38 weekly lessons
With 25 years on the court, I transform aspiring tennis players into confident competitors. My collegiate playing experience, combined with decades of teaching, ensures personalized guidance and skill refinement. Let's elevate your game together.
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Teaches: Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Not specified
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Lives in: Fresno, California
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Happy Student Score: Not available
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Years Playing: Not specified
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Given: 0 lessons
Accomplishments
🎾5 NTRP
🏅College Player
➕Fresno state Tennis - organized a childrens Tennis Tournament - Held a successful ‘tennis for beginners’ class for a summer
Certifications & Badges
📝USTA Certified
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Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:4 courts available
Roeding Park Tennis Center
1165 W Olive Ave, Fresno, CA 93728
1992.9 miles awayOutdoors
Orchid Park
3420 W Fir Ave, Fresno, CA 93711
1992.7 miles awayOutdoors
Bullard High School
5445 N Palm Ave, Fresno, CA 93704
1991 miles awayOutdoors
Logan Park
5450 N Santa Fe Ave, Fresno, CA 93711
1993.2 miles awayOutdoors
Availability
These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.sundays
8 AM - 8 PM
mondays
8 AM - 8 PM
tuesdays
8 AM - 8 PM
wednesdays
8 AM - 8 PM
thursdays
8 AM - 8 PM
fridays
8 AM - 8 PM
saturdays
8 AM - 8 PM
Beginner training plan
Your first lesson • Assess the player’s athletic background and experience.
• Introduce the court, basic rules, and how to hold the racquet.
• Teach ready position, basic forehand, and hand-eye coordination drills.
• Keep it light and fun to build confidence and enjoyment.
Lesson 11+ • Focus on refining technique and adding topspin.
• Improve consistency under pressure (drills and match play).
• Practice match scenarios, including tiebreakers and game management.
• Continue building confidence, fitness, and mental toughness.
• Encourage tournament or league play for experience.
Lesson 4-10 • Develop consistency in both forehand and backhand strokes.
• Introduce volleys and overheads.
• Improve serving technique and accuracy.
• Begin to play short games/points with guidance.
• Work on court positioning, basic strategy, and point construction.
Lesson 2-3
• Reinforce forehand technique and introduce the backhand.
• Begin simple rally drills to develop consistency.
• Teach proper footwork and movement around the court.
• Introduce basic serving motion and scoring.
Youth players
Working with kidsWhen working with kids, I adapt my lessons by focusing on making tennis fun, engaging, and easy to understand. I use age-appropriate equipment like smaller racquets and low-compression balls, and I break the court into smaller areas to match their size and skill level. I keep instructions simple, using clear demonstrations and encouraging repetition through games and activities that build coordination and confidence.
I prioritize short, varied drills to match their attention spans and always create a positive, supportive environment. Rather than focusing heavily on technique early on, I aim to build a love for the game, encourage movement, and make sure each session ends with a sense of accomplishment and excitement to come back.
Working with teenagersWhen working with teenagers, I adapt my lessons to balance skill development with motivation and confidence-building. I focus more on technique, strategy, and fitness, while keeping the sessions engaging and relevant to their goals—whether recreational or competitive.
I involve them in the learning process by asking questions, setting personal goals, and giving constructive feedback. Teenagers respond well to challenge, so I introduce match play scenarios, drills that push their limits, and encourage independence and accountability on court.
At the same time, I stay aware of their emotional and social development, creating a supportive environment where they feel comfortable learning, improving, and expressing themselves.
What you need to bringPreferably their own racquet. If you don’t have one I can provide one
What I can bringBall machine and balls
Frequently asked questions
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Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
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