Learn Tennis with Ed
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With two decades of competitive tennis under my belt, I've spent the last 10 years imparting the essentials of the game to enthusiasts in our local community. My teaching methods have been greatly influenced by my 30-year tenure as a martial arts instructor, bringing a unique perspective to my tennis coaching. This combined experience has honed my ability to convey techniques effectively, ensuring that students not only learn the basics but also appreciate the discipline and dedication behind every stroke.
Levels taught: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors
🏅Experienced Player
🎓13 years coaching
🔥342 Lessons
⭐️2008 TOP GUN 4.0 Mixed Doubles Champion
✨NTPR
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Reviews
Total reviews187
Average rating
5.0
Joe T
Lessons taken: 1
I've played mainstream sports my whole life but excelled at football in high school and at a Division 2 college. Tennis was always considered the sport for those who couldn't play the others. Boy was I wrong! Tennis is way more difficult than it seems, and it's so fun! I wish I would've played Tennis as a kid instead!
Amelia S.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 10
Ed is such a great & friendly instructor - I recommend him 100%! He explains the tennis fundamentals well, quickly spots errors in a player’s form and gives great advice on how to improve. Will definitely be keeping my lessons and super excited about the progress I will make with him as my coach!
Joe S
Lessons taken: 1
I never really been involved that much in sports, but after taking up tennis with Ed I've had a "reawakening" with ball sports! So fun and what a great firm of exercise! According to my FITBIT watch, I burn around 600-700 calories a session! Thanks Ed for helping me shed the unneeded 15 pounds!
Margo G
Lessons taken: 1
I just started playing tennis about 3 months ago, and Ed has made my experiences fun while thoroughly explaining the basics of each shot needed to be a "complete" player. I am now able to rally with some of my friends who have been playing much longer than me!
John S
Lessons taken: 1
I first met Ed through martial arts and found out he also taught tennis. I've always wanted to play and started learning tennis from Ed, and his attention to detail is the same detail he uses when teaching martial arts. He's truly gifted at teaching!
Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:12 courts available
Fairfax High School
1979 miles awayOutdoors
Redondo Union High School
1986 miles awayOutdoors
Palos Verdes Peninsula High School
1987 miles awayOutdoors
Alexander Hamilton High School
1982 miles awayOutdoors
Burroughs Middle School
1978 miles awayOutdoors
Rogers Park
1982 miles awayOutdoors
Lindberg Park
1983 miles awayOutdoors
Ladera Park
1981 miles awayOutdoors
SEC Megan Zee's Private Court
1983 miles awayOutdoors
LACES Grades 6-12 School
1980 miles awayOutdoors
Rancho Cienega Tennis Center
1980 miles awayOutdoors
Jim Gilliam Park
1980 miles awayOutdoors
At your favorite court
Anywhere in the blue service area shown while selected.When I'm usually available
These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.mondays5 PM - 6:30 PM
tuesdays5 PM - 6:30 PM
wednesdays5 PM - 10 PM
thursdays5 PM - 6:30 PM
fridays5 PM - 6:30 PM
saturdays6:30 PM - 9 PM
sundays5 PM - 9 PM
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonEvery lesson I have every student do a light 3 min warm up (calf raises, "heel walks', lunges with "sky reach" -- all to prevent the most common injuries in tennis. You then learn proper grips for various types of shots. We also warm up with about 10 min of "mini-tennis." And then you'll learn all the "particulars" of the first ground stroke, the forehand.
Lesson 11+At this point, a student should have a clear understanding of the technical aspects of at least the forehand. Everyone learns at a different pace so the serve may even be introduced if the student again, shows progress with the basic ground strokes.
Lesson 4-10Still reviewing/drilling the basic ground strokes. It may be just the forehand, or if the student displays good progress with the fore hand, we may be starting to learn the back hand stroke age then possibly combining both shots.
Lesson 2-3Warm ups and then review of the forehand. The goal is to get 10 shots in a row in the four target areas. Once that is accomplished, we can move to the backhand technique!
Advanced training plan
What you need to bringA racket, comfy outfit and some "tennis" shoes made for tennis! (Not running, walking, hiking, crosstraining shoes, etc.) However, basketball shoes will suffice too!
What I can bringUnfortunately, I DO NOT HAVE an extra racket so please BRING YOUR OWN.
You can usually buy a "beginner" racket at your local sporting goods store or online for around $40-$60 but I also can give you the "secret" spots in L.A. where you can purchase equipment for the best price! Yes, even better than Amazon/online prices in most cases! Sshhh!
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!
Tennis with Ed⭑ 5 (187)