You only live once, but you get to serve twice!
The great thing about tennis at Sydney Uni Sport & Fitness is there is something for everyone. Regardless of your playing experience or fitness level, we have a program for you.
Sydney Uni Tennis offers coaching sessions and playing opportunities for adults of all levels, delivered to you by our professional coaching team.
We offer flexible packages to accommodate you and your schedule.
Please click on the drop down menu below, to view:
Group Coaching
Adult group coaching classes guarantee the highest quality coaching with four adults per coach. Our innovative practices help participants to gain technical & tactical competencies each week.
These classes are open to everyone and run based alongside the general annual calendar (i.e. Mid January to the week prior to Christmas break), not the university schedule.
Where? Sydney Uni Sports and Aquatic Centre, Tennis Courts
5 Week Program
10 Week Program
*Student Member: Annual student member of Sydney Uni Sport & Fitness.
If you’re interested in joining us for group coaching, please contact us to book in.
Semi-Private Coaching
Semi-Private lessons are suitable for tennis players looking to reach their goals with a friend!
Lessons are available seven days per week, upon request and coaching availability.
Where? Sydney Uni Sports and Aquatic Centre, Tennis Courts
Premium Semi-Private Lessons*
For all Premium private lesson enquires, please contact Head Coach, Jake Davies at [email protected]
Premium semi-private lessons are facilitated by our advanced coaches with experience coaching elite students.
Lessons run for one hour with two students. *Conditions Apply
Premium Semi-Private Lessons
| Lesson Type | Membership Status | Price |
| Single Lesson |
Non-Member SUSF Member & USyd Staff SUSF Student/Junior Member |
$160.00 $150.00 $135.00 |
| 5 Pack Lessons |
Non-Member SUSF Member & USyd Staff SUSF Student/Junior Member |
$750 $700.00 $625.00 |
| 10 Pack Lessons |
Non-Member SUSF Member & USyd Staff SUSF Student/Junior Member |
$1450.00 $1300.00 $1200.00 |
PLEASE NOTE: Only one student is required to hold a SUSF annual membership to access member rates.
Standard Semi-Private Lessons*
Standard semi-private lessons run for one hour with two students. *Conditions Apply
Standard Semi-Private Lessons
| Lesson Type | Membership Status | Price |
| Single Lesson |
Non-Member SUSF Member & USyd Staff SUSF Student/Junior Member |
$150.00 $130.00 $120.00 |
| 5 Pack Lessons |
Non-Member SUSF Member & USyd Staff SUSF Student/Junior Member |
$725.00 $625.00 $575.00 |
| 10 Pack Lessons |
Non-Member SUSF Member & USyd Staff SUSF Student/Junior Member |
$1400.00 $1200.00 $1100.00 |
PLEASE NOTE: Only one student is required to hold a SUSF annual membership to access member rates.
If you’re interested in joining us for a standard private or semi-private coaching session, please register your interest below.
Private Coaching
Private coaching sessions are suitable for all tennis players that require one on one attention to achieve their goals.
Where? Sydney Uni Sports and Aquatic Centre, Tennis Courts
Premium Private Lessons*
For all premium private lesson enquires, please contact Head Coach, Jake Davies at [email protected]
Premium private lessons are facilitated by our advanced coaches with experience coaching elite students.
Lessons run for one hour with one student. *Conditions Apply
Premium Private Lessons
| Lesson Type | Membership Status | Price |
| Single Lesson |
Non-Member SUSF Member & USyd Staff SUSF Student/Junior Member |
$150.00 $140.00 $125.00 |
| 5 Pack Lessons |
Non-Member SUSF Member & USyd Staff SUSF Student/Junior Member |
$725.00 $675.00 $600.00 |
| 10 Pack Lessons |
Non-Member SUSF Member & USyd Staff SUSF Student/Junior Member |
$1400.00 $1200.00 $1150.00 |
Standard Private Lessons*
Standard private lessons run for one hour with one student. *Conditions Apply
Standard Private Lessons
| Lesson Type | Membership Status | Price |
| Single Lesson |
Non-Member SUSF Member & USyd Staff SUSF Student/Junior Member |
$140.00 $120.00 $110.00 |
| 5 Pack Lessons |
Non-Member SUSF Member & USyd Staff SUSF Student/Junior Member |
$675.00 $575.00 $525.00 |
| 10 Pack Lessons |
Non-Member SUSF Member & USyd Staff SUSF Student/Junior Member |
$1300.00 $1100.00 $1000.00 |
If you’re interested in joining us for a standard private or semi-private coaching session, please register your interest below.
Advanced Hitting Squad
The advanced hitting squad is a facilitated training session for players of a very high standard.
Sessions consist entirely of live ball hitting, with a focus on all strokes, various point play and rally situations for doubles and singles.
Sessions run one and a half hours
Where? Sydney Uni Sports and Aquatic Centre, Tennis Courts
- To be a part of our advanced hitting squad you must be playing at a level of UTR 6 or higher
Social Tennis
Social tennis presents players the opportunity to play against others of a similar standard in an organised, fun format.
These sessions may be run with a doubles-focus or with flexibility for single-player hit-outs.
When?
- Monday Evenings (8pm-10pm): All comers
- Tuesday Evenings (7-9pm): Advanced
- Thursday Evenings (8-10pm): Intermediate and above
- Saturday Mornings (11am-12:30pm): Low Intermediate
Where? Sydney Uni Sports and Aquatic Centre, Tennis Courts
- If you are interested in joining social tennis email a quick description of your playing level or history to our team.
Cardio Tennis
Burn calories, increase your fitness and improve your game at the same time in this fun, music-fuelled group Cardio Tennis workout!
Cardio Tennis is a fun, social, group tennis-fitness program for people of all ages and abilities. It’s more about getting a great, high-energy workout than pure tennis technique.
Where? Sydney Uni Sports and Aquatic Centre, Tennis Courts
Cardio Tennis Is Back!
You do not need an assessment for Cardio Tennis it is available to everyone!
What’s it All About?
Assessments
If you are unsure of your level of play or which sessions are most suited to your ability, please contact us for a FREE assessment by emailing us [email protected]
Please note: an assessment may not be necessary if you’re able to indicate your level of ability from the below criteria as honestly as you can:
- Beginner (no previous experience or minimal previous experience – can’t rally comfortably)
- Experienced Beginner (moderate previous experience. Can rally at least 5 shots with forehands and backhands. Can’t serve confidently)
- Intermediate (extensive previous experience. Can rally 10 shots or more from the baseline. Can use power and has experience using topspin. Can serve quite consistently)
- Advanced (extensive previous experience and match play experience. Can rally 20 shots or more from the baseline using power and topspin consistently as well as slice. Can serve consistently with power and can volley consistently)
Become an SUSF Tennis Coach
Sydney Uni Tennis is looking for both casual and part time tennis coaches, with opportunity to increase one’s responsibility as the program develops. The club has recently come under new management and is seeking to substantially expand its junior and adult membership base and there are clear career benefits for those able to play a key role in assisting this growth.
The role of on offer would require capacity to run junior group and private lessons and adult group and private lessons. When coaching you will bring passion to every lesson and show determination to teach every student to perform to the best of their capability. You should have a commitment to working with the club over the long term to create a large tournament player contingent and loyal adult community.
Essential
- Minimum 1 year experience
- Demonstrated tennis coaching skills in a group and individual setting
- Current Working with Children Check
- Effective workplace communication skills
- Strong time management skills
- Flexible coaching skills for juniors & adults of all ages and standards
- Demonstrated co-operative & professional approach
- Proven ability to develop rapport & relationships with juniors, adults & parents
- Willingness to work on weekends particularly Saturday and event days
Desirable
- Tennis Australia Junior Development Coach Qualification or equivalent
- PE/Human Movement/Sport Coaching/Sport management degree – preferred
- Competent in Work Health & Safety legislation and risk management practices in NSW.
- Experience in managing a number of staff and sub-contractors.
- First Aid Certificate
Applications
Applications are ongoing. Please email your resume to [email protected].
Other information
- Pay rate:$28-$45/hour depending on experience
- Residency Requirements: All candidates considered including international students and working holiday visa holders (must legally be able to work in Australia)
- Commencing: Immediate
- Closing Date: Ongoing
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Location
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