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Reputation

Happy Student Score

Great

Reliability

Always reliable ⭐ Shows up on time and ready to teach every lesson. You can count on them.

Average rating

5.0

Holden

Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 120•

Spencer was an excellent tennis coach who cared for his players’ development. He brought a lot of energy and expertise to every practice and challenged me to improve. I’m grateful for the skills and confidence I gained from working with him.

Camila

Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 90•

Spencer was my coach all throughout middle school and high school. I would recommend him to anyone. He was a very good teacher and taught me almost all of the skills I know. He was not only very knowledgeable but caring and supportive. He helped with the stress that comes with tennis and made things feel more lighthearted. Overall, he pushed me to be the best player I could be!

Brad

Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 70•

Spencer was an outstanding tennis coach throughout my high school career. His coaching helped me make it to state my senior year, and he was equally strong at developing players for both singles and doubles. He’s knowledgeable, motivating, and truly cares about his athletes’ growth on and off the court. I’m grateful for everything I learned from him and would highly recommend him as a coach.

Joby

Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 50•

Spencer is an incredibly talented and knowledgeable coach, but what really sets him apart is how fun and personable he is. He strikes the perfect balance between pushing you to be the best tennis player you can be and genuinely being a friend in the process. He always created productive, focused practice environments, and in matches he had an exceptional ability to know exactly what to say to keep me locked in. That comes from his deep understanding of the game — reading match situations, making smart adjustments, and communicating strategy clearly even in high-pressure moments. He can do that so well because he truly invests in his players and builds real relationships. Spencer helped take my game to the next level through the perfect mix of guidance, honest critique, and friendship. I couldn’t recommend him more highly.

Adam

Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 50•

Spencer is a great coach who really cares about his players. He coached my brother and I all throughout high school and I felt that I improved a lot because of him. Along with his one on one coaching he also helped my doubles partner and I with our strategy which greatly increased our performance.

Hannah

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 40•

Spencer is an excellent tennis coach! Each of his lessons were extremely helpful and he specifically tailored each lesson to a goal I was working towards. I started with basic knowledge and made much progress throughout my lessons. He was very patient and found ways to make lessons exciting! I always looked forward to going to my tennis lessons. I highly recommend him!

Tennis with Spencer P.⭑ 5.0 (6 reviews)

How it works

Beginner training plan

Your first lessonIn the first lesson, I focus on getting to know the player, understanding their goals, and assessing their current comfort level with a racquet and ball. We cover the basics of grip, proper ready position, and consistent contact point. I use simple hand-fed drills to introduce forehands and backhands while building confidence and coordination. The goal of lesson one is to create a positive foundation—helping the player feel comfortable on the court and excited to learn.

Lesson 11+At this stage, players begin transitioning into full point play with more tactical awareness. We sharpen consistency, directional control, and serve placement while introducing return of serve and net play. Lessons become more competitive and personalized based on goals—whether it’s casual rallying, match play, or joining a league. The focus is on building a complete skill set and developing confidence to play independently with others.

Lesson 4-10During lessons 4–10, players build reliability and confidence in all core strokes—forehand, backhand, serve, and volley. We move from hand-fed drills to live ball rallies and point-based games to improve timing and placement. Footwork becomes more dynamic, and players learn how to recover between shots. Beginners start recognizing simple strategies such as hitting cross-court, using depth, and setting up the next shot. By the end of this phase, most players can rally consistently and play short points with structure.

Lesson 2-3Lessons 2–3 continue developing consistent rallying skills. We work on footwork patterns, proper swing paths, and tracking the ball through contact. I introduce controlled hitting and basic serving mechanics so players start to understand how points begin. Players should expect more repetition, targeted feedback, and small successes that build momentum toward rallying on their own.

Advanced training plan

Your first lessonWith advanced players, I start by assessing their current level through live rallies, point play, and targeted drills. I watch stroke mechanics, timing, footwork efficiency, and decision-making under pressure. We identify strengths, weaknesses, and performance goals—whether tournament prep, UTR improvement, or overall consistency. The first session ends with a customized training plan that focuses on maximizing their strengths while fixing technical or strategic gaps.

Lesson 11+Lessons 11+ prioritize match play, advanced tactical work, and long-term consistency. We simulate competitive environments, analyze patterns from match play, and continue refining serve/return, transition skills, and decision-making under pressure. Sessions are individualized—whether that means college prep, UTR improvement, or consistent high-level hitting. The goal is to turn strong fundamentals into reliable, repeatable performance in real match settings.

Lesson 4-10During lessons 4–10, we shift into high-intensity training: live ball drills, point construction, serve +1 patterns, return tactics, and pressure situations. We work on court positioning, recognizing opponent tendencies, and finishing points with purpose. Conditioning and footwork efficiency become a bigger focus, as well as mental routines for managing momentum. By this point, players should feel sharper, more consistent, and better prepared for competitive play.

Lesson 2-3Lessons 2–3 focus on refining technique and implementing corrections at match speed. We build cleaner, more efficient mechanics on key strokes and start integrating patterns of play such as cross-court control, aggressive neutral balls, and transition opportunities. Players can expect focused repetitions, video feedback when helpful, and specific goals tied to measurable improvement in consistency and shot quality.

Youth players

Working with kidsWhen I work with kids, I focus on making tennis fun, active, and confidence-building. I use age-appropriate drills that keep them moving while teaching the fundamentals—proper grip, footwork, contact point, and balance. I break skills into smaller steps, celebrate small wins, and mix learning with games so they stay engaged and excited to improve. My priority is creating a positive environment where kids feel supported, learn correct technique early, and develop a love for tennis that motivates them to keep playing.

Working with teenagersWith teenagers, I balance technical development with strategy, discipline, and mental toughness. I coach in a way that connects to their goals, whether they’re playing casually or preparing for competition. Lessons are more structured with higher-intensity drills, match play, point construction, and situational tennis to build consistency and decision-making. I give clear feedback, set achievable challenges, and encourage accountability so they take ownership of their improvement. My goal is to help teens grow as players while gaining confidence on and off the court.

Cancellation Policy

We totally understand that life can be unpredictable and plans might change. That's why we've got your back with our flexible cancellation policy, designed to give you peace of mind when booking private sports lessons with our awesome local instructors!

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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Standifer Gap Park

Hurricane Creek Recreation Area

Ringgold High School Tennis Courts

Southern Adventist University Tennis Courts

Ooltewah High School

Apison Park

Standifer Gap Park

Southern Adventist University Tennis Courts

Hulsey Wellness Center - Tennis/Pickleball Courts

Cohutta Park

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Coach Spencer Pflug

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About your tennis coach

Spencer's availability

Spencer's availability

Standifer Gap Park

Hurricane Creek Recreation Area

Ringgold High School Tennis Courts

Southern Adventist University Tennis Courts

Ooltewah High School

Apison Park

Standifer Gap Park

Southern Adventist University Tennis Courts

Hulsey Wellness Center - Tennis/Pickleball Courts

Cohutta Park

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