Tennis with Coach Rufus Lowe
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💰$75 weekly lessons
I am a dedicated high school teacher and tennis coach with a lifelong passion for tennis, boasting over two decades of experience playing the sport at the recreational league level.
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Teaches: Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
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Lives in: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
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Happy Student Score: 99
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Years Playing: 25 years
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Given: 30 lessons
Accomplishments
➕Experienced Player
➕Travels to you
➕Won many recreational tournament titles and trophies
Reviews
Total reviews5
Average rating
5.0
Brandi L.
Lessons taken: 1
Rufus was great to work with!
He’s extremely knowledgeable about tennis and is very patient with beginners.
Very kind and professional, but fun at the same time!
We looking forward to learning the game with him.
Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:26 courts available
Adam’s Tennis Center
1409 Conference Center Blvd
339.7 miles awayOutdoors
Adams Tennis Complex
925 Golf Ln, Murfreesboro, TN 37129
339.4 miles awayOutdoors
Veterans Memorial Park
115 Floyd Mayfield Dr, La Vergne, TN 37086
334.2 miles awayOutdoors
College Grove Community Center
8607 Horton Hwy
351.1 miles awayOutdoors
Indian Hills Club
405 Calumet Trace, Murfreesboro, TN 37127
341.6 miles awayOutdoors
Rock Haven Lodge
462 Rock Haven Rd, Murfreesboro, TN 37127
339.8 miles awayOutdoors
Barfield Crescent Park
697 Veterans Pkwy
343.2 miles awayOutdoors
Smyrna Parks & Recreation Department
100 Sam Ridley Pkwy E
334.4 miles awayOutdoors
Middle Tennessee State University
1210 Greenland Dr, Murfreesboro, TN 37132
337.9 miles awayOutdoors
Erma Siegel Elementary School
135 W Thompson Ln, Murfreesboro, TN 37129
335.2 miles awayOutdoors
McKnight Park
120 Dejarnette Ln
336.3 miles awayOutdoors
Cedar Stone Baseball Park
Morton Ln
340 miles awayOutdoors
Kids Castle
Old Fort Pkwy
339.4 miles awayOutdoors
Mitchell Neilson Primary School
1303 Jones Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN 37129
338.4 miles awayOutdoors
Patterson Park
521 Mercury Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
334.8 miles awayOutdoors
Lee Victory Recreation Park
110 Sam Ridley Pkwy E, Smyrna, TN 37167
334.2 miles awayOutdoors
Nissan Activity Center
558 Wade Herrod Rd, Smyrna, TN 37167
335.8 miles awayOutdoors
Stones River Country Club
1830 NW Broad St, Murfreesboro, TN 37129
338.1 miles awayOutdoors
Nolensville High School
1600 Summerlyn Dr, Nolensville, TN 37135
341.4 miles awayOutdoors
Middle Tennessee Christian School
100 E MTCS Rd, Murfreesboro, TN 37129
337.4 miles awayOutdoors
Osburn Park Soccer Complex
2904 Old Horton Hwy
345 miles awayOutdoors
Cason Lane Academy
1330 Cason Ln, Murfreesboro, TN 37128
341.8 miles awayOutdoors
Pioneer Park
203 Pioneer Dr
336.4 miles awayOutdoors
Cane Ridge Park
419 Battle Rd, Nashville, TN 37013
337.9 miles awayOutdoors
Discovery School
1165 Middle Tennessee Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
339.9 miles awayOutdoors
Patterson Park Community Center
521 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd
339.1 miles awayOutdoors
Want a lesson at your home or a different location? We can help.
Availability
These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.sundays
1 PM - 2 PM
mondays
4 PM - 5 PM
tuesdays
4 PM - 5 PM
wednesdays
5 PM - 6 PM
thursdays
5 PM - 6 PM
fridays
5 PM - 6 PM
saturdays
1 PM - 2 PM
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonIntroduce basic tennis skills, including grip, stance, footwork, and fundamental strokes (forehand and backhand).
Lesson 11+Mini-Game (10 minutes)
1. **Target Practice**:
- Set up cones or targets on the opposite side of the court.
- Students take turns trying to hit the targets with forehand and backhand shots (3 tries)
- Encourage students to practice at home or play casually with friends.
Lesson 4-10Forehand Stroke Drills (15 minutes)
1. **Demonstration** (2 minutes):
- Show a proper forehand swing, emphasizing follow-through.
2. **Shadow Swings** (3 minutes):
- Practice swings without a ball to focus on motion.
3. **Partner Practice (10 minutes)**:
- Pair up and stand a few feet apart. Alternate hitting forehands back and forth, focusing on grip and follow-through.
#### Backhand Stroke Drills (15 minutes)
1. **Demonstration** (2 minutes):
- Show a proper backhand swing (two-handed and one-handed).
2. **Shadow Swings** (3 minutes):
- Practice swings without a ball to get comfortable with the motion.
3. **Partner Practice (10 minutes)**:
- Switch partners and practice backhands, maintaining proper form.
Lesson 2-31. **Grip Explanation**:
- **Eastern Grip**: Show students how to hold the racket with the base knuckle on the third bevel.
- **Continental Grip**: Useful for serves and volleys, with the base knuckle on the second bevel.
2. **Stance**:
- **Ready Position**: Feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, racket in front.
What you need to bringPersonal racket
Water
Towel
Sunscreen
What I can bringTennis rackets
Tennis balls
Video recording equipment
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
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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!
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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