Tennis lessons with
Coach Paul Syftestad
From$113.40 per lesson
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Tennis lessons with
Coach Paul Syftestad
From$113.40 per lesson
•99
Happy Student ScoreOutstanding
This coach is very reliable and responsive. Students are very satisfied and regularly return for more lessons.
Coach Rating
4.9•22 reviews
99
Happy Student ScoreOutstanding
This coach is very reliable and responsive. Students are very satisfied and regularly return for more lessons.
Coach Rating
4.9•22 reviews
About your tennis coach
Contact me for group lessons and save. With over four decades of experience on the tennis court, my journey as a player and coach has been defined by a relentless passion for the sport. From my early years as a competitor to my transition into coaching, tennis has remained my steadfast source of inspiration and vitality. As a seasoned player and coach, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every lesson, guided by a nurturing, patient, and encouraging approach. My coaching philosophy centers on developing proper technique, instilling confidence, fostering discipline, honing strategic thinking, and nurturing a deep love for the game. Whether working with beginners taking their first steps on the court or seasoned athletes refining their skills, my goal is to help each student realize their full potential and achieve their tennis goals.
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Teaches: Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
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Lives in: Chicago, Illinois
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Years Playing: Not specified
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Given: 293 lessons
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Accomplishments
🎾5.0 NTRP
🎾5.0 UTR
🏅Tournament Competitor
🏅College Player
🏅Tournament Player
➕Local Club Pro
Certifications & Badges
📝USTA Certified
🎓5+ Years Teaching
⭐5.0 NTRP
Reputation
99
Happy Student ScoreOutstanding
Reliability
Always reliable ⭐ Shows up on time and ready to teach every lesson. You can count on them.
Avg. time to confirm lessons11 hours
Average rating
4.9
161 ratings•22 reviews
Alyson M.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 27
Paul is great! I’ve had only 5 lessons and I feel I’ve improved so much already. I like how he structures the lessons and we’re able to work on different skills. He’s great to work with and I highly recommend him.
Raffaela H.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 19
Paul is very professional and gave me the best tips to learn tennis. I’m a beginner and I felt frustrated sometimes with my own performance but Paul always was pushing me and encouraging me to give my best at the lessons. It has helped me a lot to create self confidence, play better and also to have fun at the lessons. Thanks Paul!
Nate W.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 17
Paul has been great to learn with so far. He has quickly identified potential areas of improvement for my game and made great use of the time we have during lessons. He also offered some enjoyable and inventive training strategies with low-compression balls. Highly recommend taking lessons with Paul, whether you are an experienced player or a beginner.
Eric D.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 13
Great lesson
Gretel R.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 12
Paul has been a great tennis trainer so far. He has taken the time to evaluate my technique and send it to me in written. Allows time for me to learn new techniques and fine tune them. He definitely has the patience required to teach a beginner. Appreciate his availability and punctuality. I recommend him 💯
Veronika L.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 10
Honestly, I’d say the lesson with Paul was pretty well-rounded since everything about my game got some attention. The lesson highlight, honestly, was just the overall focus on different aspects, though I think I need to work a bit more on my consistency to really see results. Still, I felt it was quite helpful, and I’m optimistic about making steady progress. If you’re looking for a coach who’s attentive and calm, Paul’s definitely someone to try out.
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonYou will surprise yourself!
- We discuss your background and your goals with tennis.
- I’ll feed you balls to evaluate your skills (forehand and backhand).
- I’ll summarize a standard tennis point and all the shots that we will learn over upcoming sessions (2 minutes).
- I’ll show you the fundamentals of a proper forehand and I’ll feed you balls from a short distance, giving many reps to establish habit, guiding you as you progress.
- I’ll demonstrate the proper backhand and do same as with forehand.
- We’ll rally from the service line and you will rally longer than you ever have and you will be amazed with how well you did in a single session🙌
Lesson 11+We’ll continue refining skills above through coaching and reps, drills, rallying with focus on ball placement, pace, spin, etc.
- You’re ready to enjoy a lifetime of tennis!😀
Lesson 4-10- We continue with above for reps, consistency and habit.
- I’ll introduce additional strokes including serve, approach shots and overhead.
- I’ll introduce additional drills to keep sessions fun while developing skill.
- We’ll rally together and address anything in particular you care to work on.
- I’ll coach technique and strategy throughout sessions.
Lesson 2-3- We’ll continue with forehand and backhand similar to first lesson with lots of reps to establish habit.
- I’ll introduce net volley technique.
- We’ll begin rallying from baseline.
- I’ll coach technique and strategy throughout sessions.
What you need to bringThough best to have a racquet with grip appropriate for your hand size, I can provide up to 2 racquets if required. Please request prior to lessons.
I bring all balls and other equipment required.
Bring beverage to hydrate😀
What I can bringPractice balls are provided, and up to two tennis racquets if required. Please request prior to lesson.
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
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why we've got your back with our flexible cancellation policy, designed to give you
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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!
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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Tennis with Paul S.⭑ 4.9 (161 reviews)