🎾Chicago, ILOutdoor public tennis court in Chicago
Every coach below teaches at Lake Shore Tennis Court. Pick the one that fits your level - they handle the rest.

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.
"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.

I'm a passionate tennis coach with over a decade of experience guiding players of all ages and abilities. I'm dedicated to helping my students develop their skills, improve their game, and discover the joy of playing tennis.
"Bright, focused, and upbeat lesson that left me steadily improving. Loved the clear, actionable cues and the way I could feel progress during practice, tighter forehands already. Lesson highlight, i love my lesson I’m doing better, lands with confidence and a spark of momentum. I’m excited to keep building and can’t wait for what comes next in Timothy’s guidance.

Playing over 25 years of competitive tennis, I can hold long rallies and playing sparring matches to improve your level and technique, I believe strategies playing a major role in matches to find weaknesses in the opponents game and using your strongest shots and developing a winning mindset
"I am a new to tennis and I really appreciate coach Zack's patience and guidance. Each lesson is helping me in improving my technique.
My love for tennis blossomed on the court, evolving into a lifelong passion for sharing the sport's intricacies and joys. With 35 years of experience as a player and coach, reaching the Experienced level, I'm dedicated to nurturing your skills and fostering a deep appreciation for the game. Let's step onto the court together and unlock your full potential!
"Great lesson!
Lake Shore Park in Chicago offers 2 outdoor hard surface tennis courts (also used for pickleball) in a scenic Streeterville park near Lake Michigan, ideal for casual play and lessons.
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Your first lesson is free. Pick from 4 tennis coaches who teach here and book a time that works for you.
Park open 6AM-11PM daily; fieldhouse Mon-Fri 8AM-11PM, Sat-Sun 9AM-9PM. Courts follow park hours.
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