2006-08-07 10:31:19 · 3 answers · asked by Ace 2 in Sports ➔ Tennis
Try and find out who the top juniors are working with. Robert Lansdorp is out their , but he probably has a three year waiting list. The other option is to find a young guy in his mid twenties that has the playing credential (was a top player Collegian or Nationally Ranked) and hook up with him. He may be a better player then teacher, but he probably will be hungry and want to have his players get to the next level. And the fact is you can read all the books you want , but if you plan on playing tourneys, you want someone who has lived what it takes to win rather then just reading about it. Go to the next men's open USTA tournament which the draw usually includes some top teaching pros and do a little scouting. That USPTA, USPTR certification is not worth the paper its printed on. (except for the insurance) Also try and find a coach that you like as a person and you get on well with. Your going to want this guy to get out to your matches and if you two are not friends off the court it is not the easiest thing to do. Sorry I couldn't be more help, but it sounds like you may want to do something with this sport and I think this is a sound way to go.
2006-08-07 11:08:11 · answer #1 · answered by messtograves 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
how good r u
i live near the san jose area as well
2006-08-07 11:00:06 · answer #2 · answered by sbeast 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
check out www.socialtennis.com
maybe a coach in your area.
Otherwise, I'd be happy to coach you but you'll need to come to Tokyo, Japan ;)
2006-08-07 16:51:51 · answer #3 · answered by phili 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋