Coaching

David Branks is the head coach at Mt Eden Tennis Club, and he is ably supported by Josh Constantine and a team of young and enthusiastic assistant coaches. David has a wealth of coaching experience, both in New Zealand and Australia. Although the teaching approach is relaxed and friendly, David and Josh have a strong focus on establishing correct techniques, which are essential for all players wishing to progress to their full potential. Membership offers a variety of free coaching opportunities.

Senior

Free coaching every Monday night 7:00 to 8:30pm. This coaching session runs almost the entire year, with only a short break in the middle of winter. This session is a great place to either learn to play or re-discover your old form!

The midweek ladies group has optional subsidised coaching every Wednesday for the first hour of their session from 9:00 to 11:30am. A creche is also available.

Junior

Junior members are entitled to free coaching either Friday after school or Saturday morning. Children are grouped based on age and ability, and are coached in all strokes, and then supervised while they play singles and doubles. Friday nights are pizza nights and very popular!

  • Friday 4:00 to 5:15pm for juniors who cannot serve
  • Friday 5:15 to 6:30pm for juniors who can serve
  • Saturday 9:00 to 10:15am for 5 to 9 year olds
  • Saturday 10:15 to 11:30am for 9 to 13 year olds

Junior members who play interclub are required to attend a further coaching session one afternoon per week with their team. This session is an extra cost of $90 per term (9 weeks).

High School Players

Junior members over 13 years old (high school students) have a free coaching and social tennis session every Tuesday 6:00 to 7:30pm.

Optional Coaching

Other group lessons and private lessons can be arranged through David Branks (021-VOLLEY) or Josh Constantine (0274-066-298).

Holiday Clinics

Clinics are held during every school holiday break. Three hours play every day for the whole week means children gain a great deal of consistency and confidence. For more details, please contact David (021-VOLLEY) or go to www.tenniscoaching.co.nz