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Expert Tennis Coaching For All
The Chris Parkes Tennis Academy is the leading tennis coaching facility in the North West. We are based at the superb Sphynx Tennis Club, one of the most established tennis clubs in Southport.
With six all weather courts, we provide high quality facilities for tennis coaching all year round. Our coaching programmes are led by Chris Parkes, former Lancashire Coach of the Year.
Chris and his team run a variety of coaching programmes throughout the year, designed to cater for all ages and skill sets. Whether you are a beginner looking to take up the sport, or a more advanced player looking to move up to the next level, Chris can help.
Ladies Only Tennis Group
Ladies Only Group
13th Jan to 17th Feb
Saturdays 10am to 11am
Members £40 - Non Members £50
(each block is 6 weeks)
Newbies get first taster session FREE!
Book now to avoid disappointment
Half Term Tennis Camps
February Half Term Camp for 4 -14 yrs olds
From 12th to 14th Feb, (3 days)
Camps are from 9am to 3pm
with early drop off available from 8:15am
and late collection by 3:30pm
Per day £27.50
50% siblings discount available
Book now to avoid disappointment
Easter Tennis Camps
Easter Camps are back for 4 -14 yrs olds
From 2nd to 11th April
Week One - April 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th
Week Two - April 8th, 9th, 10th & 11th
Camps are from 9am to 3pm
with early drop off available from 8:15am
and late collection by 3:30pm
Per day £27.50 - All week - £82.50
(one day free if booked for the full four days)
50% siblings discount available and
Book now to avoid disappointment
Junior Coaching Courses
Fun group sessions and individual 1-2-1 coaching available for juniors of all ages and standards, from beginners to national level.
Adult Coaching Courses
1-2-1 coaching as well as a range of social and competitive group sessions for adults at all levels.
Performance Academy
Improve you game by joining in with some of our competitive advance level groups, where more experienced players can meet and play with others at their level.
1-2-1 Private Coaching
From beginners to the elite standard, if you’re interested in taking your game to the next level, then 1-2-1 coaching with Chris will get you there.
Cardio Tennis
Our cardio tennis sessions are hugely popular. These high octane group sessions combine a Tabata style cardio workout with tennis and music.
Rusty Rackets
Our fun social groups are designed for beginners or for players who are coming back to the game after a break. A great way to meet new people and to learn the game whilst having fun.
Gift Voucher
Treat someone special to tennis lessons with a professional tennis coach. The ideal gift for any tennis head from beginners to advanced players.
Racket Restringing Service
Popped a string? Not a problem! A convenient restringing service is available for all players in the academy.
What Our Clients Say About Us
Grace (Southport)
Matt (Churchtown)
"As a social player, the Rusty Racket sessions that Chris runs are just perfect. Fun, competitive and a great place to meet new people at the same level"
Alison (Southport)
Andrew (Birkdale)
Marc (Churchtown)
