Byfleet LTC Ltd

Name: Ben Nicholson

Role: Tennis Coordinator

Qualification: LTA Accredited + Level 3

Favourite Pro Players: Carlos Alcaraz + Elena Rybakina

Favourite Shot: Two Handed Backhand Down the Line

Biography: I have over 10 years of coaching and have been playing since I was 6 years old. I focus on both individual and group sessions for all ages and strive to ensure everyone enjoys and improves during the lessons. I want to encourage players to overcome the stress of competing in matches with techniques I have learnt and implemented with great success.

Lesson Price: £35 per hour

Contacts: bennicholsontennis@yahoo.com or 07534252069

 

Name: Matt McCombe

Role: Head of Adult Tennis & Performance

Qualification: USPTR Professional Level Coach

Favourite Pro Players: Daniil Medvedev & Coco Gauff

Favourite Shot: Kick Serve & Volleys

Biography: I have over 30 years of experience of coaching at all levels in the UK and Spain. I work with development and performance Juniors from County to National levels, as well as teaching Adults of all ages and abilities too. I offer a wide knowledge of tennis coaching and try to tailor that knowledge around the individual needs of each student. I am involved in the Youth Development, Performance and Adult Beginners Classes.

Lesson Price: £45 per hour (£400 for 10 lessons)

Contacts: mattmccombe@hotmail.co.uk & 07788874878

 

 

Name: Louise Tierney

Role: Programme Administrator

Qualification: LTA Accredited + Level 2

Favourite Pro Players: Rafa Nadal + Aryna Sabalenka

Favourite Shot: Backhand Volley

Biography: I have been a member of the club for over 15 years and still compete regularly in National, County and Club competitions. Having joined the coaching team in 2022, I enjoy helping players develop a lifelong love for tennis across all the adult and junior programmes.

Lesson Price: £20 per hour

Contacts: lou.tierney@hotmail.co.uk & 07760 778790

 

 

Name: Jodie Eggerdon

Role: Assistant Head of Youth

Qualification: LTA Accredited + Level 3

Favourite Pro Players: Dominic Thiem & Elena Rybakina

Favourite Shot: Serve

Biography: I regularly competed at county and regional level as a junior and the passion for tennis inspired me to become a tennis coach, so I can help others to achieve their best potential. I have been playing since 7 years old and coaching for 12 years across many prestigious clubs in Surrey. I teach juniors and adults of all levels. My main focus is to ensure all players have walked off court not only showing improvement but having had fun

Lesson Price: £35 per hour (5 Lessons for £150)

Contacts: Jodie.eggerdon@gmail.com & 07511096088

 

 

Name: Duncan McIntosh

Role: Tennis Coach

Qualification: LTA Accredited + Level 3

Favourite Pro Players: Donna Vekic & Jack Draper

Favourite Shot: Single Handed Backhand Passing shot & Half Volley

Biography: Tennis has been my lifelong passion since I began hitting balls in the back garden at 2 years old. As a junior I played to regional level, currently representing Byfleet LTC in their Surrey League teams, and competing at ITF Masters Events. In 2025 I was elected a Trustee on the Surrey Tennis Council. Using my knowledge and skillset to help others develop and grow their game is what drives me. My lessons focus on bringing energy, a positive mindset and fun to the court.

Lesson Price: Lesson Price: £35 per hour & Hitting Price: £25 per hour

Contacts: Tenniscoach.macca@gmail.com &  07764486280 & Instagram: @tenniscoach.macca

 

 

Name: Daniel Billins

Role: Tennis Coach

Qualification: LTA Accredited + Level 2

Favourite Pro Players: Jannik Sinner & Aryna Sabalenka

Favourite Shot: Inside out Forehand & Open stance Backhand

Biography: I first started playing Tennis in my local park with my family when I was 8 years old. I picked up my passion again at an older age, I am really excited to start my career as a tennis coach here at Byfleet LTC. I focus on group sessions for all ages and look to help other players grow their love and knowledge for the game of tennis.

Hitting Price: Hitting Price: £20 per hour

Contacts: Daniel_billins@hotmail.co.uk & 07706445804

 

 

Name: Eliot Glaysher

Role: Tennis Coach

Qualification: LTA Accredited Level 2

Favourite Pro Players: Roger Federer & Iga Swaitek

Favourite Shot: Inside In Forehand

Biography: I started playing Tennis when I was 4 years old. From an early age I began to compete in regional, national and international tournaments, and still to this present day. I want to ensure players are comfortable on the match court and enjoy the process of developing their tennis skills

Hitting Price: £20 per hour (available Tuesday & Friday)

Contacts: egperformancetennis@gmail.com & 07443512889

 

 

Name: Jazz Johnson

Role: Tennis Coach

Qualification: LTA Accredited + Level 3

Favourite Pro Players: Aryna Sabalenka & Alexander Zverev

Favourite Shot: Forehand Volley Angle Cross Court

Biography: 

I have played county and national level tennis and started at the age of 3. I have over 10 years of coaching experience and my mission is to encourage and inspire players of all ages to enjoy playing tennis. I particularly enjoy installing confidence in girls to follow through with tennis, not just as a sport but as a pathway to health and fitness.

 

 

 

Name: Tom Johnson

Role: Assistant Tennis Coach/Hitting Coach

Qualification: LTA Accredited Level 1

Favourite Pro Players: Ben Shelton and Paula Badosa

Favourite Shot: Backhand Slice

Biography: 

I started playing tennis at the age of 7 quickly developing a passion for the sport, it was great fun, and I loved learning how to play. In 2019 I joined BLTC where I had the privilege of being coached by Ben Nicholson, who has been my coach and mentor to this day. 

My involvement with tennis grew further when I started assisting with coaching as part of my Duke of Edinburgh Award. It was during this time that I discovered a true passion for coaching and recently I achieved my LTA Level 1 qualification. I really love coaching and take great satisfaction in seeing younger players develop their skills and find their own love for tennis. My journey in tennis has been incredibly rewarding and I look forward to continuing to inspire and guide the next generation of players.

Hitting Price: Hitting Price: £17.50 per hour

Contacts: Tennis@byfleetltc.co.uk

 

Name: Harry Wright

Role: Assistant Tennis Coach/Hitting Coach

Qualification: LTA Accredited Level 1

Favourite Pro Players: Rafael Nadal & Naomi Osaka

Favourite Shot: Forehand Approach & Tweener

Biography: 

I started playing tennis at the age of five and have been a member of Byfleet LTC ever since. The club has been a huge part of my tennis journey, helping me grow both as a player and now as a coach. After completing my LTA Level 1 course, I found a passion for coaching and a desire to share my love for the sport with others.

My goal is to help players improve their tactics, ability  and confidence while enjoying every step of their tennis journey by bringing energy and creativity to every session.

Hitting Price: Hitting Price: £17.50 per hour

Contacts: Tennis@byfleetltc.co.uk

 

 

 

Name: Archie Lilley

Role: Assistant Tennis Coach/Hitting Coach

Qualification: LTA Accredited Level 1

Favourite Pro Players: Carlos Alcaraz & Alex De Minaur

Favourite Shot: Forehand Cross

Biography: 

I started playing tennis at around age 4, playing at two previous clubs before joining Byfleet. Since joining Byfleet in 2023, I have regularly competed in men’s teams, while also competing outside the club in tournaments ranging from local to regional levels. When coaching, I aim to help spread my love for the game and to encourage others to learn the variety of skills that come from playing tennis. I hope to inspire players to pursue tennis, whether that’s competitively, as a way to meet others, as an activity to take their mind off of everyday life, or all of the above.

Hitting Price: Hitting Price: £17.50 per hour

Contacts: Tennis@byfleetltc.co.uk

 

 

 

Name: Jack Knowles

Role: Assistant Tennis Coach/Hitting Coach

Qualification: LTA Accredited Level 1

Favourite Pro Players: Novak Djokovic and Jasmine Paolini

Favourite Shot: Forehand Down the Line & Dropshot

Biography: 

I'm an LTA Level 1 accredited assistant coach and long-time member of Byfleet LTC. I started playing tennis here at the age of 4 and have been involved in the sport ever since.I regularly take part in the club championships, box leagues, team league matches, and LTA tournaments, and I’m always looking to improve and stay competitive. I’m available for hitting sessions at the club—whether you're looking to get some consistent practice, rally at a good pace, or prepare for a match. All levels are welcome.

Hitting Price: Hitting Price: £17.50 per hour

Contacts: Tennis@byfleetltc.co.uk