Best 4 coaches for lessons near

USPTA and USTA Safe Play Certified tennis professional with 39 years of playing experience. Benton played #1 singles and #1 doubles at Division 1 Centerville High School in Centerville, OH, and earned a tennis scholarship at Wittenberg University in Springfield, OH. With 26 years of teaching experience, Benton has instructed at numerous clubs and resorts across the country and is a full-time teaching pro at a local year-round club. He has coached juniors from beginners to junior tournament rankings. As well as Division 1 singles state qualifiers in the Dayton/Cincinnati areas. Holds a B.S. degree in education and enjoys teaching players of all ages and skill levels. His passion for the game and dedication to teaching make him a great coach for anyone looking to improve their tennis skills.

"Benton provided tennis lessons for my 15 year-old son. He is an excellent instructor. He is very flexible with scheduling. My son improved his game tremendously.

Hello! My name is Kate Noelcke, and I am a recent graduate of the University of Dayton. I am offering to teach tennis lessons in the Dayton and Cincinnati areas. I played four years of high school tennis, and was a four-year member of the competitive travel team with the UD Club Tennis program. I also have three years of experience teaching tennis to children primarily ages 5-13 at the Cincinnati Tennis Foundation. I will be offering private lessons or group lessons for any interested junior or adult players at beginner or intermediate levels.

"Honestly, the lesson with Kate was quite good, especially since we covered some specific drills that really helped sharpen my strokes. Though I still need to get more consistent with my placement, I felt like I got some useful tips I can build on. Still, I think with more focus on footwork, my game could improve even more, so I plan to keep working with Kate.

I am a Certified PPR Coach, I channel my athletic prowess and coaching experience into elevating your pickleball game. With a blend of finesse from tennis, precision from table tennis, endurance from triathlons, and team spirit from soccer and hockey, I offer a unique approach to coaching. My background in youth soccer, lacrosse, and hockey coaching equips me to guide beginners through foundational skills and help intermediates break through plateaus by shedding sub-optimal habits. Let me lead you to pickleball excellence from start to star player!

"I loved how Derek quickly improved my kitchen game by helping me change my grip and develop a natural two-hand backhand. He also taught me how to block effectively between the kitchen line and back line. These adjustments have definitely raised my level of play. If you want to sharpen your skills, Derek’s lessons are worth trying! 😊🏓

With five years of soccer coaching, I nurture players' skills while fostering teamwork. I am dedicated to creating a supportive and fun learning environment, unlocking potential and a love for the game.