We specialise in coaching adults of all skill levels.
Our high intensity adult coaching sessions are run every week. These programs give you an opportunity to polish your tennis skills, meet like-minded people, and smash your daily fitness goals.
Want to take your tennis game to the next level? These 2 hour tennis workshops will give your tennis game an intensive boost. Small groups of players per coach ensure that you will get a high level of attention to really progress your game quickly. Each workshop has a different topic and will consist of a mix of drills, open hitting and live points situation.
Your head coach for these workshops is Danielle Harmsen a former WTA player and coach with 20 years experience. Check out her coach profile
Hit to get fit! Are you ready to have fun and get fit on the tennis court? Cardio tennis is a fun-filled tennis fitness class set to the beat of some awesome tunes. All levels of tennis can join this fun class with the focus on intensity and working up a sweat rather than stroke correction and technique. All ages, skill levels and fitness levels are welcome!
Think tennis 101. This 60 minute program is a fun way to learn the basics and meet other sporty locals in a fun, social environment. 4 people max per group. View all class times by clicking Register Online link.
The perfect program for those either continuing their journey from the beginner group or making their way back on the tennis court! 4 people max per group. View all class times by clicking Register Online link.
Join our morning adult coaching program led by Coach Lisa – former WTA top 100 player. 1 hour Beginner and Intermediate groups available 4 per coach. 9am & 10am Tue-Fri. If you are unsure of your standard, please contact the Pro shop 9332 3622.
Bookings are for an 8 week term. View all class times by clicking Register Online link.
A more intensive 90 minute program for seasoned adult tennis players. These sessions focus on technical and tactical parts of your game. Players need to be competent competition players with a UTR or equivalent higher than 6.
Please note if you do not meet the playing standard you will have to re-schedule into a suitable class. If you are unsure of your standard you can book a grading lesson so we can advise you of the best class for you.
View all class times by clicking Register Online link.
Our Social tennis program is temporarily on hold. To express your interest in joining our Social Tennis program when it restarts please click the register button below to register your interest.
Sip’n Serve is our Friday night social tennis (Fri, 7-8:30pm). Meet other local players, enjoy fun matchplay followed by drinks at The Royal Paddington (includes one complimentary drink).
A racquet, comfortable sports clothes, shoes, sunscreen, hat, and a water bottle. Don’t have a racquet? No problem. You can lend or purchase one from our pro shop.
How do I book?
All classes and adult programs can be booked online. If you are unsure of your standard you can book a half hour private lesson to get a grading with one of our coaches.
Can I have a one on one session?
Yes, you sure can! If you prefer to have a private session with one of our highly experienced coaches get in touch with us today!
A world class team
Our team of professional coaches
25+ Years
Steve Loeffler
Steve has been running tennis centres for the past 25 years. He is a former professional player and can still hit a mean forehand!
Best shot Forehand Favourite player Stan Wawrinka Favourite tournament Australian Open Other hobbies Fishing
20 + years
Lucy Wood
Lucy has been involved in Tennis professionally since her Junior career and still loves to get on the court.
Best shot Serve Favourite player Roger Federer Favourite tournament Wimbledon Other hobbies Surfing, Swimming
25+ Years
Piotr Haczek
Piotr is a former professional polish tennis player with a vast coaching background bringing a wealth of experience to White City Tennis.
Best shot Serve and Forehand Favourite player Rafael Nadal Favourite tournament French Open Other hobbies Hiking, Photography, Oenology
10+ years
Danielle Harmsen
Danielle is a former WTA tour professional player. She was ranked in the top 200 in the world in Doubles and 400 in the world in Singles.
Best shot Backhand Favourite player Rafa Nadal Favourite tournament French Open Other hobbies Surfing, Cycling
30+
Lisa O'Neill
Lisa is a former WTA top 100 ranked player. She won the Australian Open girls event and made the third round of the Australian Open Singles.
Best Shot Volleys Favourite Player Navratilova Favourite Tournament Aussie Open Other hobbies Travel & Friends
5+ years
Francesco Robustellini
Francesco is a professional coach from Italy who joins us following many years working at academies and clubs in Italy.
Best Shot Forehand Favourite Player Berretini Favourite Tournament Rome Other hobbies Travel
6+ years
Javier Espinoza
Javier is a former player from Chile, he participated in National tournaments throughout his Junior career and while at University.
Best Shot Forehand Favourite Player Nicolas Massu Favourite Tournament US Open Other hobbies Soccer & Travel
5+ years
Tom Buchanan
Tom has been playing Tennis since the age of 5 and is a Tennis Australia Certified Coach. He was the captain of the Scots 1sts and a member of the GPS team.
Best shot Backhand Favourite player Nadal Favourite tournament Wimbledon Other hobbies Beach & Rugby
15 + years
Lorenzo Pineda
Lorenzo has more than 15 years coaching experience, he was a top junior player who travelled the world as part of the ITF Oceania touring team.
Best shot One handed backhand Favourite player Federer Favourite tournament Aussie Open Other hobbies Latin Dancing, MMA, Jiu-Jitsu
10+ years
Andrea Clementini
Andrea is a professional coach from Italy who has been playing since he was 6 years old and coaching for more than 10 years.
Best Shot Backhand Favourite Player Novak Djokovic Favourite Tournament Wimbledon Other hobbies Beach, Travel, all sports
5+ years
Alice Saccani
Alice is a professional coach from Italy who has been coaching for more than 5 years.
Best Shot Backhand Favourite Player Paolini Favourite Tournament Roland Garros Other hobbies Photography & Exploring
30+ years
Phil Gilbert
Phil has over 30 years experience coaching tennis and has played division 1 club tennis in Australia.
Best shot Backhand down the line Favourite player Federer Favourite tournament Roland Garros Other hobbies Boating, Skiing
6+ years
Hector Hernandez
Hector has over 6 years coaching experience in Australia and Spain. Hector also played US college tennis prior to his coaching career
Best shot Forehand Favourite player Nadal Favourite tournament Roland Garros Other hobbies Beaches
5+
Kiah Martin
Kiah has been coaching for 5 years, she represented the South East Region in the UK as a junior player and has coached in the UK and Australia.
Best shot Forehand Favourite player Coco Gauff Favourite tournament Wimbledon Other hobbies Cricket& Guitar
15+ years
Kara Day
Kara heads up our Administration team. She has been running the operations at tennis centres in Australia and the UK for more than 15 years.
Best shot Forehand Favourite player Steffi Graf Favourite tournament Wimbledon Other hobbies Tennis, Swimming, Kayaking, Cricket
10+ years
Liis Paeste
Liis is an administration professional with more than 10 years experience in the Sports Industry.
Best shot Forehand Favourite player Kournikova Favourite tournament Australian Open Other hobbies Yoga & Gym
Adult Programs
Grading
"Our kids love playing tennis at White City. They started with private lessons, and now, do private coaching, squads and play in the weekly comp!"
Lauren Fernhill
"White City Tennis has provided a great foundation for our children positive attitude towards Tennis and their own fitness."
Elena Buchanan
"We love the coaches professionalism and easy going nature. They all genuinely relate to the children on their level."