Tennis Pro - High Performance

## Description **High Performance Tennis Professional** Overview A High-Performance Tennis Professional will help support and grow our evolving junior performance pathway and overall tennis academy structure. This position is ideal for a coach who is passionate about player development, modern coaching methodology, professionalism, and creating an elevated on-court experience for players and families. The successful candidate will work closely with Tennis Directors, Program Coordinators, and coaching staff to help deliver a structured, energetic, and development-focused environment aligned with the long-term vision of the department. This role includes coaching high-performance junior players, assisting with developmental pathways, supporting academy operations, and helping establish consistent standards across all areas of the program. * * * Key Responsibilities **High Performance Coaching & Player Development** • Coach high-performance junior players in both private and group settings • Assist with development of players transitioning from developmental to competitive pathways • Deliver organized, high-energy, modern training sessions with clear objectives and progression • Implement structured lesson plans, academy curriculum, and coaching methodology • Emphasize technical development, movement, footwork, rally tolerance, competitive mindset, and match-play habits • Provide player feedback, evaluations, and developmental guidance • Support tournament preparation and player pathway development * * * **On-Court Standards & Professionalism** • Arrive early and fully prepared for all lessons and programs • Maintain a consistently high level of on-court energy, engagement, and communication • Demonstrate professional attire, appearance, and behavior at all times • Create organized, efficient, and positive training environments • Maximize player activity and minimize downtime during sessions • Build strong relationships with players, parents, and members • Deliver a high-level hospitality and customer service experience * * * **Program & Team Responsibilities** • Work collaboratively with Tennis Directors and coaching staff • Assist with implementation of academy standards, systems, and culture • Participate in staff trainings, meetings, and professional development initiatives • Support tournaments, camps, clinics, special events, and player evaluations • Help grow lesson revenue, player retention, and overall program participation • Promote and support all Club Fit tennis programming * * * **Communication & Accountability** • Maintain professional and timely communication with staff, players, and families • Respond to messages within 24 hours • Coordinate scheduling and availability professionally • Follow all department systems, standards, and operational procedures • Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, flexibility, and accountability * * * **Qualifications** • High-level playing background preferred (college playing experience strongly preferred) • Minimum UTR/NTRP equivalent of high-level competitive play preferred • USPTA or PTR certification preferred (or willingness to obtain certification) • Prior experience coaching competitive juniors and/or high-performance players strongly preferred • Strong communication and organizational skills • Energetic, team-oriented, growth-minded personality • Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed Ongoing Club Fit Training through 1huddle Learning Management System: - - Emergency Response Protocol (ERP) (bi-annually) - Sexual Harassment (annually) - Cyber Security (annually) - Preventing Child Sex Abuse (annually) - Bloodborne Pathogens (annually) * * * **Ideal Candidate Traits** • Passionate about player development and coaching education • Strong communicator and relationship builder • Organized and detail-oriented • Professional and dependable • Open to learning and evolving within a structured academy environment • Comfortable coaching both developmental and competitive play…