Coaching

The Go Tennis Coaches at Fernhurst

Rob Norris - Head Coach

  • LTA Level 4 Coach

Rob brings a wealth of experience, having coached players of all ages and abilities – from complete beginners to advanced juniors – across clubs, schools and performance centres. He previously worked as Racquets Manager at one of the UK’s largest commercial clubs, leading a team of eight tennis coaches and overseeing a thriving tennis programme.

As a player, Rob competed nationally as a junior, was a key member of the county junior squad, and went on to represent the men’s county team – a level he still competes at today.

Rob’s coaching style is calm, supportive and confidence-building. Whether you're picking up a racket for the first time or chasing performance goals, Rob’s focus is on helping every player enjoy their time on court and unlock their potential.

“My main focus as a coach is to help each player – no matter their age or ability – have a positive experience on court. I want everyone to leave with a smile, feeling inspired and improving every step of the way.”

We’re excited to have Rob on the Go Tennis team – and we know you’ll enjoy learning from him.

Contact Rob:  07407 841336      info@gotennis.co.uk

 

Dan Lobb 

  • LTA Level 3 Coach

Dan is an ex-professional tennis player and TV presenter with years of top-level experience, who has recently qualified as a LTA Level 3 coach who specialises in adult and advanced coaching.

Whether you are looking to get back into tennis or finding it for the first time, Dan makes all of his sessions fun and rewarding.

Contact Dan:  07958 579011     info@gotennis.co.uk

 

George Manley

  • LTA Level 3 Coach

George has recently returned from being Head Coach for Neilson holidays in Greece where he led a team of 8 and developed the programme.

Prior to this he was in Westside, Wimbledon where he gained further experience after Go Tennis.

George is raring to go and is available for individual coaching plus running our junior group sessions

Johnny Compton

  • Level 2 Pickleball Instructor

Johnny has a real talent for helping players boost their skills and confidence on court. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to master your spin serve, Johnny’s approachable coaching style makes learning fun and effective. He’s available for ad hoc coaching, offering flexible support to fit around your schedule.

When he’s not on the pickleball court, Johnny works as a teacher, bringing the same patience, clarity, and energy to the classroom as he does to his coaching sessions.

Contact Johnny via: info@gotennis.co.uk

 

Harry Gray

  • LTA Level 3 Coach

Harry is currently enjoying a sabbatical in Croatia but will return in the autumn of 2025.

Harry was captain for the tennis team at the University of York and was also Head of Sport for his college  coordinating the running of 13 sports teams with over 300 members. Harry has recently completed an MSc degree in Sports Psychology from Loughborough University. 

Prior to GoTennis Harry was coaching in Seville, Spain.  "it was an amazing experience where I learnt so much from some fantastic coaches. I am excited to combine what I gained from this experience with my past tennis captaincy and leadership roles as well as appropriate LTA training to be a knowledgeable and skilful coach at Fernhurst Tennis Club. "

 

Go Tennis’ ethos is on delivering high-quality coaching that’s convenient, inspiring, and fun. We believe in the power of competition to build confidence and drive personal growth, and our programmes are designed with these values at their core. 

As a parent to two young girls, I’m passionate about creating opportunities for children, especially girls, to stay in the sport and thrive.

Lucy Tysoe - Director of GoTennis.