About
Been teaching over 15 years. Taught at several of the best clubs in Atlanta. Played Davis cup for Ghana and was ranked to 100 in the world on the Junior Circuit. Coached some of the best juniors in Atlanta. Love coaching all levels. Come to the states on a tennis scholarship to the world famous, John Newcombe tennis academy in New Braunfels Texas. Won two doubles tournaments with former world number one Layton Hewitt. Am USPTA and GPTA certified.
love to help students reach their full potential and have a joy playing the game of tennis.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I check with them about their strengths and weaknesses. What they want to work on and improve the most, how often the lessons, willingness, patience they can demonstrate to make changes. What's their specific goals and time frame to accomplish them.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Am USPTA and GPTA certified. Both requires me to have extensive training, conferences and workshops each year to maintain my certification.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Don't have a standard pricing. Base my rates on ages, levels, semi privates, group privates and how often the lessons are. Open to negotiations.
How did you get started teaching?
Been playing tennis all my life and have the love and passion for it. Played professionally and decided to share my knowledge, experience and expertise to people willing to learn, listen, trust me and improve.
What types of students have you worked with?
Have work with all sorts of players. Worked with several of the top juniors in the state and southern region. Worked with beginners, adults, teams, groups. Love working with anyone willing to listen and would hard to improve their game.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
A student I started coaching at the age of 7, as a pure beginner, went on to win the biggest tournament in GA in the 10's and under when he was 9yrs.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
To look for someone with experience and have work with several proven players now and in the past. Watch the teacher give several lessons if able to.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What's their main focus and purpose. How patient and flexible the teacher is.