Learn Tennis with Maurice
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Maurice is a dedicated and enthusiastic tennis coach in Decatur, bringing over 15 years of playing experience and more than three years of teaching expertise. With a strong foundation in individual, doubles, and group instruction, Maurice is committed to developing well-rounded tennis players of all ages and skill levels. His coaching background includes serving as a summer instructor at Morehouse College, where he organized practices, led matches, and guided students to improve their skills. As a former Morehouse College player and ALTA Champion, Maurice embodies leadership, self-discipline, and sportsmanship, inspiring younger athletes to reach their potential. He offers engaging private, semi-private, group lessons, and hitting sessions, tailored to help students master everything from technique to singles and doubles strategy. Maurice is available for lessons in the Decatur area and will travel up to 15 miles.
Levels taught: Beginners, Intermediates
Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors
🏅College Player
🎓3 years coaching
🔥4 Lessons
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Reviews
Total reviews4
Average rating
5.0
Reggie
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 20
It's been over 15 years since I have picked up a racquet and Maurice was remarkable at reminding me about the fundamentals with his patience and teaching skills. At the end of our lessons, he plays with me to go over what we learned that day. Can't wait to continue our lessons this summer!!!
What an amazing coach!!
G. Wilson
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 20
It's been a pleasure working with Coach Reese. We've worked with a variety of private coaches but Coach Reese has elevated my daughter's. game in a very short time! Looking forward to continuing our sessions as she grows.
Courtney
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 60
I would highly recommend taking lessons with Maurice! We've made big strides after only a few lessons. He is very knowledgeable, but also patient.
I'm really happy with the progress I've made so far!
Diamond B.
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 2
Its been two amazing lessons with Maurice! Im excited to continue to learn from him! I would definitely recommend taking lessons with him!
Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:3 courts available
East Lake Park
218 Green Ave, Atlanta, GA 30317
526.6 miles awayOutdoors
Bessie Branham Park
107 Kirkwood Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30317
527 miles awayOutdoors
Candler park
1500 McLendon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307, USA
527.1 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 lessonIn our first lesson, we start with a warm-up and a brief discussion of your goals. I assess your grip, stance, swing mechanics, and footwork. We focus on basic forehand and backhand fundamentals, rally consistency, and an introduction to serve technique. You receive immediate feedback and tips for improvement, setting the foundation for future sessions. This session is designed to build confidence, identify strengths and weaknesses, and create a personalized plan to guide your progress.
Lesson 11+From the eleventh lesson onward, training becomes highly individualized. We focus on advanced shot execution under pressure, tactical point construction, and mental resilience. Sessions involve situational drills, live match simulations, and fine-tuning of your serve and return strategies. The aim is to refine your game for competitive play, address specific weaknesses, and further develop your unique playing style. This phase ensures continuous growth and peak performance in matches.
Lesson 4-10These sessions concentrate on enhancing power, accuracy, and strategic play. We work on advanced footwork, shot selection, and incorporating spin to add variety to your game. Drills include simulated match play, rally consistency exercises, and situational tactics to adapt to different opponents. Conditioning exercises improve endurance, while targeted practice sharpens net play and volley skills. This period is all about turning solid fundamentals into a competitive edge on the court.
Lesson 2-3In lessons two and three, we reinforce proper stroke mechanics and work on shot consistency. We practice improved footwork, transition from baseline to net, and basic point construction. Drills focus on refining your serve and return, along with introducing spin variations like topspin and slice. These sessions build on your initial skills and prepare you for more competitive play by emphasizing control, accuracy, and movement efficiency.
Advanced training plan
What you need to bringStudents must have a racquet, comfortable running/tennis shoes, and water.
What I can bringI will be bringing a basket of balls and extra equipment for drills.
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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