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

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Average rating

4.9

Chinenye N.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓

William’s lesson was quite helpful, especially since he explained the fundamentals clearly and helped me refine my backhand motion. Still, I think more focused practice on court positioning would be good for next time, though his calm approach makes learning less stressful. You might consider trying a lesson with him if you’re looking for steady progress.

Tiago P.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 4•Verified ✓

Oh, the lesson was pretty good, really. I got to focus on my forehand technique and, honestly, William's energy and patience stood out. Though, I still think working on my backhand and volleys would be helpful next time. Still, I’m hopeful about improving those areas and would suggest giving William a try if you want a steady, low-key approach.

Jeff Adams

Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 12•

Coach William is very professional and an extremely skilled Tennis Coach It's easy to follow her instructions and very pleasant to train with. He’s most probably the best coach I ever trained with..... Highly recommend Him!

Kevin brown

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 12•

I've gone from a complete beginner to feeling confident on the court. Coach William is great. I have developed as a player faster than I would have expected. I highly recommend.

Steven David

Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 12•

EXCELLENT coach! At my first lesson, she was able to quickly discern what aspects of my form needed improvement and ran through drills and court time to help me learn.

Elisabeth Dunham

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 6•

Coach William is very patient with me, and can go as slow as I need. The class was full of fun. I wish I had met her earlier.

Beginner training plan

Your first lesson 1. 🎯 How to hold the racquet – Learning the right grip for forehand, backhand, and control. 2. 🦶 Footwork and movement – How to move around the court safely and quickly. 3. 💥 Basic strokes – Forehand, backhand, and simple rally drills to start hitting the ball consistently. 4. 🎾 Serving basics – Introduction to serving technique and toss control. 5. 🤝 Court awareness and rules – Understanding the lines, scoring, and tennis etiquette. 6. 😊 Fun drills and games – To help develop coordination, timing, and confidence. Goal: To make tennis enjoyable while building a solid foundation for future improvement!

Tennis with William A.⭑ 4.9 (9 reviews)

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Advanced training plan

Your first lessonFOUNDATION AND FIRST STRIKE CONTROL: Total time 90 minutes. Dynamic Warm-Up (10–15 min): Jogging, side shuffles, carioca, skater hops, shadow swings, and mini tennis rally. Goal: Activate agility and focus. Technical Tune-Up (15–20 min): Crosscourt and down-the-line rallies, depth targets, early preparation and recovery. Serve and Return (20 min): Serve wide, body, and T targets; attack second serves. Tactical Drills (20–25 min): Crosscourt to down-the-line pattern, defense-to-offense, serve plus one. Live Play (15–20 min): Tie-breakers and winner-stays-in games. Cool Down (5–10 min): Stretch and reflect on strongest shots and areas to improve.

Lesson 11+MATCH STRATEGY, MENTAL TOUGHNESS, AND ENDURANCE: Total time 90 minutes. Warm-Up (10–15 min): Extended movement—agility ladder, jump rope, footwork bursts. Technical Focus (15 min): Serve variety—flat, slice, kick—under fatigue; return depth consistency. Tactical Drills (25 min): Point construction—mix pace, spin, and shot height. Focus on exploiting opponent weaknesses. Extended Rally Drill—minimum 12-ball consistency before attacking. Match Play (25 min): Full games with tactical goals (example: must finish points at net or target backhand). Mental Focus Challenge: Play under simulated crowd or noise pressure. Cool Down (10 min): Stretching, breathing exercise, mental reset, and reflection on endurance, focus, and match IQ. TOURNAMENT PREPARATION AND PEAK PERFORMANCE: Total time 90 minutes. Warm-Up (10–15 min): Tournament-style warm-up—5-minute rally, 2-minute volleys, 2-minute serves. Technical Focus (15–20 min): Serve rhythm routine, return consistency, first-serve percentage tracking. Tactical Drills (25 min): Match simulation with scorekeeping—practice pre-point rituals, time management, and energy pacing. Situational awareness—players simulate different rounds (early match, semifinals, finals). Focus on adapting tactics to different opponents. Match Play (20 min): Full match or set play, emphasizing focus, recovery, and tactical adjustments mid-match. Cool Down (10 min): Deep breathing, stretching, visualization exercise for upcoming competition, and group reflection on goals for real matches.

Lesson 4-10DEFENSE TO OFFENSE AND CONSISTENCY UNDER PRESSURE: Total time 90 minutes. Warm-Up (10–15 min): Quick reaction sprints and shadow recovery drills. Technical Work (15–20 min): Defensive lobs, on-the-run forehands, and neutralizing deep shots. Serve and Return (15–20 min): Serve placement under pressure, second serve consistency, deep crosscourt returns. Tactical Drills (25 min): Defense-to-offense drill—start with defensive feed, transition to control, finish with offense. Consistency challenge—long baseline rally without unforced errors. Match Simulation (15 min): Situational play—down 30–40 or up 40–15. Players practice staying calm and turning defense into attack. Cool Down (5–10 min): Light jog, stretching, and short discussion on mental composure. ANTICIPATION AND SHOT SELECTION: Total time 90 minutes. Warm-Up (10–15 min): Dynamic footwork with directional changes and reaction drills. Focus on reading opponent cues. Technical Focus (15–20 min): Anticipation-based hitting—reacting to visual cues from the opponent’s racquet and body. Emphasis on split-step timing and recovery position. Tactical Drills (25 min): Pattern recognition—coach feeds unpredictable sequences, players respond with appropriate shot selection (defensive, neutral, or attacking). Rally variation—players must change direction only when in a winning position. Point Play (20 min): Situational points where players must anticipate the next shot and defend or attack accordingly. Cool Down (10 min): Stretch, breathing, and quick reflection on anticipation and reaction control. HIGH-PRESSURE COMPETITION AND MENTAL STRENGTH: Total time 90 minutes. Warm-Up (10–15 min): Cardio-based agility and quick hand-eye reaction drills. Technical Focus (15 min): Serve under pressure—simulate 30–40 and match point scenarios. Tactical Drills (25 min): Pressure point play—players start each point at disadvantage (30–40 or 15–40) to practice focus and composure. Defensive recovery games—players must win three points in a row from behind. Match Simulation (25 min): Play short sets or tiebreaks with penalty for unforced errors (push-ups, sprints, or mental reset). Focus on breathing control, inner dialogue, and staying calm. Cool Down (10 min): Guided reflection on pressure management, gratitude journaling for improvement mindset.

Lesson 2-3ATTACKING PATTERNS AND NET TRANSITION: Total time 90 minutes. Warm-Up (10–15 min): Dynamic movement with split-step and volley reactions. Technical Focus (20 min): Forehand inside-out, backhand line change, approach shot technique. Serve and Return (15–20 min): Serve + volley patterns, slice serve variation, chip return. Tactical Drills (20 min): Approach and finish—crosscourt rally, approach, volley deep to open court. Transition footwork emphasis. Point Play (20 min): “Attack first” challenge—players win points by finishing at net or forcing errors. Reflection (5–10 min): Discuss court positioning and transition timing.

Youth players

Working with kidsINTRO TO TENNIS AND BASIC MOVEMENT: Total time 45–50 minutes. Warm-Up (10 min): Simple running, side shuffles, and jumping jacks to get kids moving. Introduction to racquet and ball—grip, swing, and ball feel. Drill (15 min): Balloon or foam ball hits over the net to practice control. Mini Game (15 min): “Keep it up” – kids try to bounce ball on racquet or keep rally going. Cool Down (5 min): Stretch arms, legs, and discuss fun fact about tennis. CLASS 2 – FOREHAND AND BACKHAND BASICS: Total time 45–50 minutes. Warm-Up (10 min): Quick feet ladder or cone drills for coordination. Skill Focus (15 min): Teach basic forehand and backhand swings using soft balls or foam balls. Drill (15 min): Partner rally from short distance, focusing on hitting over net. Mini Game (10 min): Target practice—hit ball to cones or mats for points. Cool Down (5 min): Light stretching and brief discussion of favorite drill. CLASS 3 – SERVE INTRO AND FOOTWORK: Total time 45–50 minutes. Warm-Up (10 min): Running around cones, fun agility games (e.g., “Simon Says” with movements). Skill Focus (15 min): Introduce underhand serve and toss. Drill (15 min): Serve into hula-hoops or marked areas to practice aim. Mini Game (10 min): Short rallies starting with serve. Cool Down (5 min): Stretch and positive reinforcement—celebrate improvement. CLASS 4 – MINI MATCHES AND COORDINATION: Total time 45–50 minutes. Warm-Up (10 min): Quick reaction games—catching and throwing balls to improve hand-eye coordination. Skill Focus (15 min): Review forehand, backhand, and serve motions. Drill (15 min): Mini-court rallies to practice movement and shot placement. Mini Game (10 min): Short match play (first to 3 points) with encouragement and scoring basics. Cool Down (5 min): Stretch and discuss sportsmanship—congratulatory high fives.

Working with teenagersINTRO AND FUNDAMENTAL MOVEMENT: Total time 60 minutes. Warm-Up (10 min): Jogging, high knees, side shuffles, and dynamic stretches. Skill Focus (15 min): Grip, stance, and racquet control; introduce forehand and backhand swings. Drill (15 min): Mini rallies from short distance, focus on hitting over the net and basic consistency. Game (15 min): “Keep the rally” – points for longest rally. Cool Down (5 min): Stretch and discuss lesson highlights. CLASS 2 – FOREHAND, BACKHAND, AND FOOTWORK: Total time 60 minutes. Warm-Up (10 min): Agility ladder, cone drills, quick reaction games. Skill Focus (15 min): Proper forehand/backhand technique, follow-through, and split-step. Drill (20 min): Crosscourt and down-the-line rallies; add target cones for accuracy. Mini Game (10 min): Short matches or “first to 5 points” rallies. Cool Down (5 min): Stretching and reflection on improvement areas. CLASS 3 – SERVE AND RETURN BASICS: Total time 60 minutes. Warm-Up (10 min): Dynamic movement drills with sprint starts, side shuffles, and shadow swings. Skill Focus (15 min): Underhand and basic overhand serve mechanics, proper toss, and balance. Drill (20 min): Serve into designated zones; partner returns to practice timing and control. Mini Game (10 min): Serve-and-return points—score only on successful rally initiation. Cool Down (5 min): Stretch and highlight best serves and returns. CLASS 4 – MINI MATCHES AND POINT CONSTRUCTION: Total time 60 minutes. Warm-Up (10 min): Quick footwork and reaction drills with cones or markers. Skill Focus (15 min): Combine forehand, backhand, and serve techniques. Drill (20 min): Short-court or half-court rallies emphasizing shot placement and movement. Mini Game (10 min): Short matches with simplified scoring (first to 4 or 5 points). Cool Down (5 min): Stretch, reflection on effort, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

Tennis lessons with

Coach William Abiodun

From$68 per lesson

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Tennis lessons with

Coach William Abiodun

From$68 per lesson

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Happy Student Score

Outstanding

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This coach is very reliable and responsive. Students are very satisfied and regularly return for more lessons.

Coach Rating

4.9•9 reviews

Happy Student Score

Outstanding

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This coach is very reliable and responsive. Students are very satisfied and regularly return for more lessons.

Coach Rating

4.9•9 reviews

About your tennis coach

With two decades on the court, I bring a wealth of experience, including a professional playing career. I am dedicated to helping students unlock their full potential and find joy in the game. Passionate and experienced tennis coach with over 20 years of teaching experience, helping players of all ages reach their full potential. I specialize in private lessons, match strategy, and player development, focusing on improving technique, confidence, and consistency. My goal is to build well-rounded athletes who love the game, compete with excellence, and grow both on and off the court. Based in Houston, Texas, I’m dedicated to providing high-quality instruction and creating a positive, motivating environment for every player.

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Teaches: Adults, Seniors

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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts

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Lives in: Houston, Texas

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Years Playing: 20 years

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Given: 27 lessons

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Bear Creek Pioneers Park

Free

998.8 miles away

Marvida Recreation Center

Free

1000.1 miles away

Coppercreek Public Tennis Court

Free

996.8 miles away

Mary Jo Peckham Park

Free

1008.2 miles away

Grady Park

Free

996.7 miles away

Seven Lakes High School

Free

1012.5 miles away

Clements High School

Free

1012.4 miles away

James E Taylor High School

Free

1005.9 miles away

Thompkins High School

Free

1011.4 miles away

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Bear Creek Pioneers Park

Marvida Recreation Center

Coppercreek Public Tennis Court

Mary Jo Peckham Park

Grady Park

Seven Lakes High School

Clements High School

James E Taylor High School

Thompkins High School

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Bear Creek Pioneers Park

Marvida Recreation Center

Coppercreek Public Tennis Court

Mary Jo Peckham Park

Grady Park

Seven Lakes High School

Clements High School

James E Taylor High School

Thompkins High School

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