Over three years ago, I attended a tennis beginners session at Helsby tennis club, run by their coach Mike Herd. At the age of 48 and having not played any tennis since the age of 15, I was a little apprehensive to say the least! However, I was surprised to find how enjoyable the coaching sessions were.
Mike is very approachable, patient, encouraging individuals of all ages, abilities and fitness levels, to become the best player they can be. My overall fitness has improved significantly and together with a strict diet I have lost 4 stone in weight. Thanks to Mike’s coaching I have found a sport I really enjoy playing and still continue to improve in!
Our Helsby programme runs 45 weeks of the year. Click one of the relevant tabs below to view and book your session.
We have a great offer where you can try your first lesson for FREE. Limited availability.
Private tennis coaching is also available upon request which is for ages 5 years and over. Sessions vary from 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Our adult beginner sessions are perfect if you have never picked up a racket or have not played for a long time.
You will learn all about the serve, forehand, backhand and volleys where you learn key techniques and tactics. You will also learning about doubles positioning.
Meet new friends in our fun and relaxed programme. There are socials, competitions and coaching.
Our mixed adult beginner and improver sessions take place on Tuesdays 6.30-7.30 and Wednesdays 7-8pm.
You can also come to one of our play your way sessions (no coaching provided) on a Saturday at 9-10am which are very informal and a great way to get started. You are welcome to come with a friend. Contact Mike to book.
Our mixed adult beginner and improver sessions take place on Tuesdays 6.30-7.30, Wednesdays 7-8pm. You will be paired with players of a similar level where possible
Meet new friends in our fun and relaxed programme. There are socials, competitions and coaching.
Our mixed adult beginner and improver sessions take place on Tuesdays 7.30-8.30, Wednesdays 7-8pm and Saturdays 9-10.30am
Our adult advanced sessions are perfect for those players who play for our club teams.
You will learn the British doubles system which was devised by Louis Cayer (GB doubles coach and coach to Jamie Murray)
The system will greatly improve your matchplay – working on positioning and advanced tactics to help you win more points and to create uncertainty for your opponents.
Meet new friends in our fun and relaxed programme. There are socials, competitions and coaching.
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These women only sessions are perfect for beginner or improvers! Great fun and very sociable.
You will learn all about the serve, forehand, backhand and volleys where you learn key techniques and tactics. You will also learning about doubles positioning.
These women only sessions will be returning next spring, However, feel free to arrange a small group or individual lesson
Meet new friends in our fun and relaxed programme. There are socials, competitions and coaching.
These sessions will be returning next Spring.