Lessons with the Team
Lessons range from £60-£68 an hour. We currently have very limited online booking available for individual lessons. If you do not see a time that suits you please let us know your availability.
MEET THE TEAMGet to know the on court team
Rob Baran
Wandsworth Common
Rob is a great motivator and is very passionate about improving players of all standards and ages by targeting 4 elements of the game: Technical, Tactical, Mental and Physical. Allowing players to goal set and achieve measurable results at their own pace.
Matt Stringer
King Georges Park
Matt has been coaching over 10 years and has vast experience coaching both kids and adults of beginners through to advance. He recently returned to All Star after running his own coaching business in New Zealand. His passion for tennis is infectious and he is most satisfied when players walk off the court wanting more.
April Olaniba
Tooting Common
April is known for her infectious enthusiasm as she coaches all types of players through their tennis journeys. She has experience competing at a high level as a junior player and transitioned into her coaching career after completing her tennis scholarship at university in the US.
Dylan Lacey
Leaders Gardens
As the son of a tennis coach, tennis was always going to play a part in Dylan’s life. Dylan loves working with every age group and all levels. Having a laugh on court whilst getting the best tennis outcome is his philosophy!
Mike Zethrin
Wandsworth Common
Mike has played tennis since a young age growing up in South London. He made a career change a few years ago to start coaching tennis locally so he could spend more time with his family, live a healthier & more fulfilling lifestyle. He enjoys coaching all ages and abilities and loves to share his passion for tennis.
Raquel Pinto
Wandsworth Common
Raquel’s passion for sports as a tool for personal growth and physical and mental well-being led her to become a tennis and swimming instructor. She focuses on teaching children and pan-disability groups, striving to make sports accessible to all. With an academic background in the arts, her goal is to inspire a love for a healthy and active lifestyle through engaging, creative, and challenging lessons.
Noé Silue
Tooting Common
Noé is an experienced tennis coach, having played tennis from a young age and honing his craft coaching at various clubs around London for the past 8 years. Off court he is a musician and brings his passion for learning and having fun to the court. Noé loves connecting with all players that have a love and interest for the sport!
Jay Stephenson
King Georges Park
Jay is an experienced sports coach who started off as a professional snowboarding athlete. To this day he trains hard so he knows a thing or two about what it takes to get the most out of your body and mind! Jay is full of energy and will insure you enjoy yourself as you improve and develop your skills.
Calum Curtis-McDonald
All Locations
Calum has been coaching all abilties and ages for 15 years and has played at ITF level tournaments in his home country of Australia. He's very inclusive and brings high energy to every lesson giving his clients the best experience possible. Calum loves a joke but has a serious side when required and one of his proudest achievements was being recognised in 2022 for his work with those less fortunate and kids with disabilities.
Izzie Jarnot
Wandsworth Common
Izzie is passionate about helping players improve every area of their game. She enjoys coaching all ages and abilities whilst sharing her love for the sport. As a former Kent player, she played competitively throughout her youth so knows what it takes to train and compete at a high level.
Thibaut Meunier
Wandsworth Common
Thibaut grew up in Cannes where he started playing tennis at 5 and was one of the top French ranked players for his age. He played competitively at a regional and national level. Thibaut loves sharing his knowledge and passion for tennis. He likes coaching all ages and abilities and has ambitions to help his players improve their technique while enjoying tennis and having fun on court.
Tom Ellis
All Locations
Tom hails from Somerset (not too far from the Bens!!) and has been mentored by a former Team GB Olympic coach, gaining a unique insight into the world of coaching. Tom is determined to help improve a player of any calibre to be the best they can be both tactically and technically. One of Tom’s most notable achievements includes coaching the current No.1 junior in Somerset.
Eric Gimmestad
All Locations
Eric hails from the Tacoma Lawn Tennis Club (USA) where he was a regional club champion. He loves helping players elevate their game by adding decision making, court position and shot selection to their technical repertoire. With a background in Early Childhood Special Education he creates space for young players to learn while having fun. He brings a sense of humor and an easygoing nature to beginner clients, emphasising the ”play” of playing tennis.
Andreas Heinsius
All Locations
Andreas loves playing and coaching tennis. He played tennis to a high level during his youth in Northern Germany, but only rediscovered his true passion for it when teaching his children. There might be elements of dancing, martial arts and Buddhism in his tennis coaching style, all to ensure maximum fun and good progress for his students.
Andrew Hood
King Georges Park & Wandsworth Common
Andrew is an LTA Level 3 equivalent coach, having most recently run his own performance and participation programmes in both New Zealand and Australia. Andrew uses his coaching knowledge to engage with clients of all ages and abilities through a fun, energetic, player-centred approach to get the most out of every lesson
Flow Byers
Leaders Gardens
Flow is a passionate tennis coach from Kent who briefly played doubles with Emma Raducanu at age 7! She coaches players of all ages and abilities, bringing energy, fun, and insights to each session. As a physiotherapist, Flow uses her expertise in movement analysis to help players improve performance, prevent injuries, and stay active.
Kyle Rossi
Tooting Common
Kyle is a fun, positive, and energetic coach with over a decade of experience, inspiring players of all ages and abilities to reach their potential. He blends participation with improvement, ensuring every player leaves the court confident and excited to return. As a specialist in learning, physical, and sensory disabilities, Kyle creates an inclusive environment that makes tennis accessible for all.
