Coaching
Our resident head coach Paul Mannion is a fully licensed, DBS checked & first aid qualified, LTA CCA coach who has been delivering excellent coaching here for over 15 years. Paul has coached at most of the major clubs in our area and currently divides his time between us and another club in Wilmslow. During his time at David Lloyd Trafford he was part of a small coaching team which won national awards.
Paul’s background as a competitive sportsman includes reaching the top 16 in Britain as a Cheshire & North West of England junior tennis player, as well as being a professional footballer both in England & New Zealand.
At Heyes Lane Paul offers coaching ranging from mini tennis for U10s to junior team squads up to U18s, in addition to adult coaching & individual/private seasons.
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Coaching info:
Junior coaching on a Sunday morning
These group lessons are run during term time. They are split into hourly sessions dependent on ability and age (see below). The sessions are open to members and non-members and are a great introduction to tennis, and/or a chance for children to build confidence and technique. They are fun sessions comprising instruction, games and supervised match play.
- 9-10 am - ages 5/6 to 9
- 10-11 am - ages 10 to 13
- 11-12 noon - ages 14 to 16
If you are interested in any of the kids group sessions please contact Louise at HeyesLaneTC@outlook.com for more information.
Adult coaching on a Wednesday morning and Sunday afternoon
These are small group sessions for adults looking to improve their game and are also run during term time. Open to members and non-members these are fun and informative sessions, with instruction on technique, drills and supervised match play. On Sundays there is also the opportunity for non-members to stay for some social tennis.
If you are interested in the adult group lessons please contact Louise at HeyesLaneTC@outlook.com for more information.
Junior tennis camps
These run during the main school holidays and are popular with children of all ages and ability - see Holiday camps page for more information.
Personal coaching
Paul offers 1:1 personal coaching sessions throughout the week for players of all standards. A chance to work on a particular aspect of your game, improve technique or be taught the basics.
Paul says “Heyes Lane really is a fantastic local club, hence my 15yrs here!! If you are looking for a relaxed informal tennis club in tranquil surroundings then you need not look any further”
If you or your children are interested in quality and enjoyable tennis coaching Paul can be contacted on 07813 329295 or at paul.mannion207@gmail.com.