Private Tennis Lessons & Coaches in Staten Island, NY

For over 26 years, I've honed my craft, reaching the pro level and fostering a love for tennis in countless students. My approach blends technical precision with an engaging style, helping you unlock your full potential on the court.

"Elona is teaching my 6yo and a friend’s child (also 6). My child had a great time and her individualized attention and drills designed for kids was great. We think our kids will greatly improve and love tennis more under Elona’s instruction.

I’m a tennis player and coach currently attending the University of California, Irvine (UCI). I was a 2-year captain of my high school tennis team, earned All-League honors twice, and helped lead my team to two league championships. I’ve worked as a hitting partner at Yonkers Tennis. I’ve also given independent tennis lessons to kids and adults of all ages, and I really enjoy working with kids and helping them build confidence and improve their game. I am teaching tennis to help pay for college.

"I had my first lesson with Coach Andre, and it was a great experience! He was patient, friendly, explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable on the court.

I'm Igor, a former tennis player hailing from Uzbekistan. Over the years, I've competed in countless tournaments, refining my skills through decades of dedicated practice. Now, with 30 years of experience under my belt, I've transitioned into teaching tennis, sharing my expertise and love for the game with aspiring players of all ages.

"Great Coach! I’ve practiced with Igor for a few years, he really knows the game of tennis and teaches the proper technique to play at advanced levels.

My experience began playing tennis at the age of six at Alexandria Sporting Club in Egypt, and I competed at a high national level throughout my junior years. Achieved top national rankings in Egypt, including No. 13 at age 12, No. 4 at age 14, and No. 6 at age 16, and consistently ranked within the top 10 from ages 12 to 18. Competed in ITF (International Tennis Federation) tournaments and gained international match experience. Currently based in the United States, continuing advanced training while pursuing academic studies. Has 4+ years of coaching experience in both Egypt and the U.S., working with players of all levels and ages, from young beginners to advanced juniors and ITF-level players as a hitting partner and development coach. Known for strong technical fundamentals, high work ethic, clear communication, and the ability to adapt coaching methods to different player needs and skill levels.

"I just love how he spots my weakness and we work through it… he definitely know how to play well and teach well. I am very happy to find my coach. Thank you Fares!

I'm a PTR certified tennis coach playing at the 4.0 level, with over 2 years of private coaching experience working with players at every stage — from complete beginners picking up a racquet for the first time, to advanced competitors refining their edge. I design individualized & group training sessions tailored to each player's goals. I will also help you develop your mental game alongside your physical game, which will translate to success on and off the court.

"Learn the slice from him. Really improve a lot. He explains all the details well

PTR certified tennis coach with 20+ years experience in the game and 5+ years as a coach. Extremely patient with students and employ different learning techniques for different players.

"My son had the opportunity of being coached by Ali and I must say that he is an exceptional tennis coach. From the very first lesson, it was evident that Ali possessed a deep passion for the sport and a genuine desire to see his students succeed. I highly recommend Ali as a tennis coach to anyone looking to take their game to the next level.

Played junior competitive, pro-tournaments turned USPTA certified Coach. I have spent the past decade coaching at elite clubs in San Francisco, Miami, and NYC. I've studied the game thoroughly and still do, my teaching skills are always evolving. I see how you play and immediately know how to make you play, rally and have fun with tennis. A sport of a lifetime. I also manage junior high performance groups. I have a lot of drills and games to make your learning experience interesting and fun. If you are a high-performance player I could give you a very good practice, good pace rally, I could help you with your serve and strategy game. My high-performance competitive certification from Sanchez Vicario Academy provided me a great insight of the game, full of drills and modern concept strategies of understanding tennis latest advances. I could teach kids as well, love to make them have fun and like the sport.

"Coach Jose is a joy to learn from. He has been nothing but patient and encouraging as a beginner in tennis. He is super flexible, understanding and a joy to learn from. I've seen massive improvement in just two lessons.

I am 21 years old. I have been playing since I was 7 and have been coaching private tennis lessons for 3 years. I have also been coaching under other coaches simultaneously. I have a very hands on approach while teaching and emphasise footwork and fitness the most. Moreover, if I give you certain exercises to do, I usually do them with you because my motto is: If I can do it, so can you. Lastly, I strive to become a better player and coach every day.

"I would love if we could practice a bit more

With over 20 years of coaching experience and a background as a former Division I athlete, I bring high-level insight and proven methods to help players of all levels elevate their tennis game. My coaching focuses on strong fundamentals, tactical awareness, and building from the ground up—starting with footwork and attention to detail. I also emphasize “small victories” and SMART goals to create clear progress while keeping training fun, engaging, and motivating.

With 15 years of playing tennis, I blend technical precision and tactical insight to help players advance. I have been teaching tennis for several years, focusing on stroke mechanics, match strategy, and confident, engaging player development. As a coach, my approach is friendly, technical and player focused. My goal is not only help players to improve there technique but also to develop there confidence, decision-making, consistency and game awareness.

"Excellent coach! Helped me improve my technique, footwork, consistency, and point strategy. Friendly, knowledgeable, and always focused on making each lesson productive. Highly recommended!