Best 8 coaches for Tennis lessons near Bayside, NY

As a player, I was ranked number 1 for most of my junior career in my home country. I defeated the world-ranked number six in the 35 age group and reached number 125. Recently, I had the opportunity to practice with Daria Kasatkina, world number 14, as a hitter at the US Open. With over 20 years of coaching experience, I am one of the few USTA Coach Developers running the USTA Coaching Fundamentals Workshops for coaches. I served as a USPTA Tester and was awarded USPTA Tester of the Year in the Eastern Section. Additionally, I have been recognized as the Coach of the Year and High School Coach of the Year in the PNW by the USPTA. I am a USPTA Elite Coach, a USTA High-Performance Coaching Program graduate, a USPTA Specialist in Competitive Junior Players Development, and a USPTA Tennis Fitness Specialist. I have also served as an NCAA D1 and D3 Collegiate Coach at Portland State University and Pratt Institute. My coaching career includes experience as a Grand Slam Coach at the US Open and Australian Open Junior Championships.

Passionate tennis player since age 11, excelling to national ranking of 85 in the USA for his age class. D1 tennis player @Fordham Uni, also a 12 UTR player. Experienced in major tournaments and eager to share my love for tennis with players of all levels.

"Very nice coach! Highly recommend!

I'm a firm believer that everyone can experience the joy of tennis, regardless of their starting point. My 18 years of experience, including playing at the collegiate level, have equipped me to guide students of all ages and skill levels. Let's work together to elevate your game and unlock your full potential on the court!

Fueled by a lifelong love for tennis, I bring over 3 decades of experience, from playing at the pro level to coaching aspiring athletes. My passion is helping students unlock their full potential, developing skills while fostering a positive and enjoyable learning environment. I am committed to your growth on and off the court.

"I had a great time working with Marcel. He helped improve my backhand and serve like no other coach could! His level of patience was unbelievable. The little bits of priceless info have continued to help me every time I play. Thank you Coach Marcel!

Justin, originally from Commack, NY, earned a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in psychology from Hofstra University. He has 22 years of experience playing and coaching tennis and, in 2024, was named the USTA Eastern Tennis Professional of the Year. He joined the SPORTIME team in 2020, as a tennis coach, and was promoted to Director of Tennis in 2023.

"I’m a 9 UTR and train with coach Justin. He has really brought my level up unlike many other coaches before. I recommend him for all levels.

With over 30 years of singles and doubles experience in the United States, Spain, and Poland, I bring a wealth of expertise to the court. My focus lies in analyzing technique, swing mechanics, matchplay strategy, and overall game development. Let's work together to elevate your tennis game to new heights!