Private Tennis Lessons & Coaches in Steinway, NY

With over 20 years of coaching experience and a background as a former Division I athlete, I bring high-level insight and proven methods to help players of all levels elevate their tennis game. My coaching focuses on strong fundamentals, tactical awareness, and building from the ground up—starting with footwork and attention to detail. I also emphasize “small victories” and SMART goals to create clear progress while keeping training fun, engaging, and motivating.

Hello everyone, I am Sebastião Vilas, your tennis coach and a professional tennis player. I bring years of experience, having started coaching at the age of 17. Working with me is all about pushing your limits while enjoying the process. I bring a passion for the sport and a commitment to helping each of you improve, whether you are just starting or looking to fine-tune your game. Let’s make this a great experience on and off the court!

Teaching tennis is not just my profession; it's my passion in life. Whether you are new to the sport or looking to sharpen your skills, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. My specialty lies in working with beginners, intermediates and children, where I focus on building a solid foundation and fostering a genuine enjoyment for tennis. Having coached my own sons to success in varsity singles, I currently instruct 30 kids aged 5 to 12, emphasizing patience and fun in every lesson. Let's hit the court and discover the joy of tennis together!

"Tracy was great. Learned my level of play quickly and adjusted the lesson to accommodate my skill, or lack thereof! Sparked an interest in tennis for me, that I’m hoping to explore in the near future. Thank you!

Hi, I’m Ava Hrastar—a current professional tennis player and recent Division I college graduate(Auburn University) with about 15 years of experience on the court. Tennis has been a lifelong passion, and through years of training, competing, and growing as an athlete, I’ve developed not only my game but also a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed—both physically and mentally. I’m excited to share that passion and knowledge with others.

"Written by her parent: Ava is great with kids. She is a great leader and role model and it’s seen through her work with Juliette. She has a natural care for young kids, and I can see the joy she has helping Juliette grow as a person and in her game. Love her!

I teach tennis lessons to anyone and everyone. Never touched a racket? No problem! Do you want to go up a level, make the high school team, or be able to play with friends? Kids, high schoolers, adults, couples, and groups. I love tennis! USPTA level 2 Certified, Tennis Serve Specialist. Worked with Rick Macci (coach of 5 world #1 ones including Williams sisters and Andy Roddick), Jose Higuras (head of U.S. high performance program), Jeff Salzsentein (former top 100 player), Hans Podlipnik (Wimbledon QFist), and many others. Head high school coach for 11 years, active tournament player, patient teacher. Passionate about helping underserved kids throughout Seattle learn tennis and have organized and connected with many initiatives to do so. My goal is to help you achieve your goals whether that be improving technique or beginning to learn to play. To that extent, I am fairly flexible in my approach. For beginners, I focus on technique, proper grips, and generating topspin. To do this, I focus on hand feeding a lot of balls early on to develop proper technique and to train the muscle memory. Specifically, I teach a semi-western forehand, two-handed backhand, volley fundamentals, split stepping, proper footwork and serve mechanics. I also work with students who have one-handed backhands. I am a big believer in putting in a lot of time on the serve. For more experienced players, I will work with you to either identify areas for improvement or to work on areas you’ve identified you would like to improve.

"Irvin is mellow, patient, and encouraging. He has been great with my 9 year old son who is a beginner. Good communication and easy to schedule lessons.

I'm Seiya, a varsity tennis player at NYU with over a decade of competitive experience. Growing up in Hawaii, I won 4 state championships and won National High School All American Championships before joining the NYU Men's Tennis Team where I currently compete. I am also currently a summer coach for the junior programs at ROOSEVELT ISLAND RACQUET CLUB, where I work with young players of all levels. I am also able to coach any age and will tailor every lesson to your goals.

Ethan, a born-and-raised New Yorker with a deep passion for tennis, is all about making the game accessible and enjoyable for everyone. With years of training under his belt, he's got a ton of tricks, mini games, and drills up his sleeve to help you improve your game. Whether you're picking up a racket for the first time or looking to level up your intermediate skills, Ethan's here to share his knowledge and guide you every step of the way. I have access to all equipment!

"Amazing coach! So supportive and helpful.

Tennis has been my passion all my life.My dedication to tennis extends beyond the court, with 28 years of tennis coaching experience and a professional athletic background, I offer personalized coaching to elevate your game, focusing on skill development and strategic thinking. Let's work together to unlock your full potential on the court!. I have played in ITF's and trained a player reaching US Open juniors. Trained lots of players reaching the top in USTA Eastern section consistently over the years. Extremely good with Technical development, game based approach to help players learn the art of playing the points. Been a coach at Columbia University Tennis center for over 15+ years. Been a Varsity Head coach for both boys and girls tennis teams in an Ivy league preparatory school (Fieldston High School)in Manhattan,NYC. Worked across various clubs and academies in and around NYC for over 15+ years.

Tennis coach with a strong playing background and a passion for helping others improve. I work with both kids and adults, focusing on technique, consistency, and confidence on the court. I’m easy to work with, positive, and bring good energy to every session. I like to keep lessons simple, fun, and effective while pushing players to get better each time.

"Great with beginners. Patient, positive, and encouraging. I learned the basics quickly and feel much more confident now.

With 15 years of playing tennis, I blend technical precision and tactical insight to help players advance. I have been teaching tennis for several years, focusing on stroke mechanics, match strategy, and confident, engaging player development. As a coach, my approach is friendly, technical and player focused. My goal is not only help players to improve there technique but also to develop there confidence, decision-making, consistency and game awareness. Coaching at 3 locations 1. Washington Park Tennis Courts, Union City in Heights 2. Pershing Field Tennis Courts, Central Ave Heights 3. Lincoln Park Tennis Center, Jersey City on JFK blvd

"Excellent coach! Helped me improve my technique, footwork, consistency, and point strategy. Friendly, knowledgeable, and always focused on making each lesson productive. Highly recommended!