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*All our coaches will charge in blocks of 5 lessons.
** Additional costs will be charged if you wish to book individual one off lessons or house visits. 
***There is a 24hour notice period of cancellation of a lesson. 

Meet The Coaches

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Simon Gallo
07943519915
northamptontenniscoaching@gmail.com
£40ph non-members
£35ph members

Director of Operations

My love for tennis is my key motivator. I have played tennis since I was 3 and I see tennis as much more than a career. The sport has taught me so much in life and passing that on is very important to me.

I am a firm believer that my enthusiasm for tennis comes from the family and community spirit club tennis can bring. â€‹

 

My passions lie with a combination of sport and business. My enjoyment of the competitive side for all sports, particularly golf and tennis has taught me a lot, which I have transferred to my work. This has driven me to expanding my knowledge of how great businesses thrive.

 

My biggest goal in life is to make tennis accessible and enjoyable for everyone, and pass on that feeling that I get when I walk into the clubhouse of a great sports club!

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Dean Gayton
07986070904
dean.gayton@gmail.com
£40ph non-members
£35ph members

Director of Tennis

With a competitive playing background of 20 years, experience of coaching abroad in venues such as Dubai, Vale Do Lobo & Barcelona, Dean has developed a wealth of experience in the game.

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Qualified through the Professional Tennis Registry, LTA, (BSc) Sports Development, DBS checked and approved first aider, Dean enjoys working at all levels from complete beginner, to county/regional performance.

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Dean has represented his home club Northampon Lawn Tennis Club, and Men's Northants County Team at the highest level, and is a Wilson affiliated coach.

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Istvan Nemeth
07908434314
ketteringtenniscoaching@gmail.com
£35ph non-members
£30ph members

Head Coach
Kettering Tennis Club

Tennis is one of the most beautiful sports and and it holds a specific place in my heart, having taught me so much. 

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I feel that my journey now is to help everyone feel more confident about their tennis development and most importantly, to enjoy their journey as they achieve their goals. I love sharing the court with everyone and I am truly dedicated to coaching.

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I currently hold a RTP 'Mark Of A Pro' qualification. I am head coach of Kettering tennis club but also coach individuals at Northampton Tennis Club.

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Please feel free to pop me a message to start your tennis journey with me today.

Development Coach

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Head Coach,
Collingtree TC & Roade TC

Tendai 'Daniel' Kasambira
07868310100

dkasambira@icloud.com
£40ph non-members
£35ph members

 

With over 20 years of playing and coaching experience Daniel certainly has a wealth of on court knowledge as well as being Team captain for several age groups and a National coach back in Zimbabwe!

Daniel offers technical skills that will improve your tennis whether you are a tot or a senior citizen, a complete beginner to regional performance.

Daniel will work with your physical tennis as well as your mental game, he’ll improve your strokes as well as your court positioning.

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Maddee Blair
07977753614
maddeeblaircoaching@outlook.com
£25 per hour

Disability Lead & Head Coach of Rushmere TC

Maddee Blair is a level 3 qualified LTA accredited+ coach with 6+ years coaching experience. She offers a strong playing level playing for Rushmere ladies 1§st team, and playing ladies 1st division Northants tennis.

 

Maddee has specialist training for coaching disability tennis and has 4 years’ experience. We are always looking to expand our coaching to suit any individual of any ability. Tennis is for any-body.

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James Markovic
07512729354
james.markovic@googlemail.com
£30ph non-members
£25ph members

Development Coach

Born and bred in Northamptonshire with proud Serbian heritage, James Markovic is a passionate tennis coach with over a decade of experience. A lifelong tennis enthusiast, James has dedicated his career to helping players of all ages and abilities improve their game, develop confidence on the court, and enjoy the sport to its fullest. Known for his approachable style and commitment to individual progress, James brings both expertise and enthusiasm to every coaching session.

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Wayne Tideswell
07732946249
wayne.tideswell@btinternet.com
£30ph non-members
£25ph members

Development Coach, Kettering TC

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Sarah Vickers
07732896112
s.j.vickers@btinternet.com
£30ph non-members
£25ph members

Development Coach

I have played tennis since the age of 10, representing Northants at junior and senior level as well as being a regular club player.
I am an experienced PE teacher who has taught students of all ages and abilities.


I am Currently an LTA Level 2 Development Coach, and looking to take my Level 3. I am a fully licensed and accredited coach.


I am also a swimming teacher, Sports Massage and Hot stones therapist.

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George Upton
£20ph non-members
£15ph members
07469246501


Development Coach
Northampton LTC
Roade TC

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Aidan Hawkins
£13 per hour
(Hitting Sessions)
Level 1 Coach
Kettering Tennis Club

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Martina Haidoc
£18ph non-members
£13ph members
07738476680


Development Coach
Northampton LTC

Level 1 Coaches
These coaches are available for 1:1 sessions, however these are hitting sessions and NOT lessons. They are not insured to teach. Please contact northamptontenniscoaching@gmail.com before booking a session with any of our Level 1 Coaches!

 

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Jasmine York
£13 per hour
(Hitting Sessions)
Level 1 Coach
Northampton LTC

Sean Burokur-Houltram
£18ph non-members
£13ph members
07738476680


Development Coach
Northampton LTC

My name is Sean Burokur- Houltram I work at Northampton Lawn Tennis Club and I am a level 1 coaching assistant. â€‹

I intend to be a good assistant so I can help others achieve what they want to achieve.  I  want to become a better coach and achieve a higher coaching level. ​

So far, I have been successful in becoming a level 1 coaching assistant, and I have to achieve higher. I hope to make peoples experience playing tennis enjoyable and competitive.

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Bethany Todd
£13 per hour
(Hitting Sessions)
Level 1 Coach
Kettering Tennis Club

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Oliver Stead
£13 per hour
(Hitting Sessions)
Level 1 Coach
Northampton LTC

Radhika Mistry
£13 per hour
(Hitting Sessions)
Level 1 Coach
Northampton LTC

Young Leaders
These Leaders are available for 1:1 sessions, however these are hitting sessions and NOT lessons. They are not insured to teach. Please contact northamptontenniscoaching@gmail.com before booking a session with any of our Young Leaders!

 

  • ​James Russell - Kings Park

  • Maurycy Borowiec - Northampton LTC

  • Vlad Dinu - Northampton LTC

  • Zena Cunnington - Northampton LTC

  • James Huckerby - Northampton LTC

  • Skye Kerr - Kettering TC

  • Rupert Fray - Kettering TC

All Young Leaders charge £9 per 1hour session. 
Additional fees are charged for bookings at Kings Park and for floodlights at all other venues. 

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