Welcome to ITA - here at the academy we run coaching programmes that have been designed for players who are serious about developing the key components of the game. Our performance programme is for players who compete in tournaments and aim to achieve the level required to play for a NCAA Division 1 college in the United States and beyond. Our development programme is for those who are new to tennis or have gained some experience playing but have yet to develop the fundamentals required to compete successfully in tournaments. We also run adult private lessons and group coaching.
We aim to inspire and develop the next generation of players by following a unique coaching philosophy. We predominantly focus on developing the movements required to move efficiently on the court by using the correct footwork and movement patterns. Our coaches use the 5 R’s method which teaches players how to get Ready, Read, React, Respond, and Recover on every ball. This method develops a player’s ability to use the correct split-steps, stances, contact moves, and patterns of play. By learning these technical components, players will maximise their agility, balance, and weight distribution as well as their understanding of shot selection, making them more dynamic and versatile.
“The best movers, are the best players”
– Roger Federer
