Book Private Tennis Lessons with Coach Natalie
I first fell in love with tennis on my neighborhood tennis courts when I was 11 years old. I would enjoy hitting with friends and running around playing "lemon drop." However, it wasn't until I took lessons from my favorite instructor a couple of years later that I grew into my tennis game. Tennis is a wonderful sport that challenges both our minds and bodies, and having the right instructor is crucial to game development. I have ten years of experience teaching tennis as a head coach for 5-14-year-olds and doing private lessons with adults. Whether you want to get more consistent with your strokes, improve your serve or have some fun on the court, I would be more than happy to join you on your tennis journey.
Seattle, WA
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Get to know Coach Natalie
About Me:
I have been involved with sports for as long as I can remember. Growing up, my dad and grandfather taught me tennis and basketball, and I immediately became drawn to spending as much time as possible practicing to improve my game. I played varsity tennis and varsity basketball for all four high school years. I also ran track in high school (the 800 relay and the 1600). During high school summers, I worked for Saint Paul Urban Tennis (in Minnesota) as a head coach, teaching 5-14-year-olds the game. As a current graduate student, I still make time to hit a couple of times a month and stay active.
How I can help you improve your game:
When we first start, I look to meet people where they are at. This means taking it at a reasonable pace and evaluating the client's goals for their game. From there, I like to work on technical and tactical training.
What a typical training session looks like with me:
I like to first start out with dynamic stretching (I am so bad at doing this myself so it is a good habit to get into before any movement)! Then, I like to do stroke mechanics and footwork through drills and matchwork. I also use mental strategies such as visualization and positive self-talk to help clients combine both their mental and physical skills on the court. I like to end with a game of some type pending what clients want.
Career summary and accomplishments:
I worked as a coach for Saint Paul Urban Tennis for 4 years, teaching 5 to 14-year-olds the different strokes. I currently do private lessons with kids and adults of all levels.
Best coach I ever had:
The best coach I had was my high school tennis coach. He incorporated both toughness and humor into our practices. He encouraged me to be consistent and dedicated and pushed me to take a break when I was too stubborn not to. He understood the mental and physical challenges that tennis brings on players and was able to encourage and motivate us through each match and practice.
What athletes and parents should know about me:
I am currently getting my Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Seattle University (1 more month until I will be a therapist)! I have worked with kids in many settings, including nannying, in my clinical work, and in a sports context. My teaching style incorporates adaptability, motivation and ensuring that students have fun and feel supported in their goals. My ultimate goal is to ensure students feel excited about the game and want to keep coming back for more as they develop their tennis skills.
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