Tavistock Tennis Club partnered with Top Bounce Tennis in 2024

To discuss individual coaching with Top Bounce contact them by email Info@Topbouncetennis.co.uk or phone 07449 262650. Scroll down to find other independent coaches.

Meet the Top Bounce team below:

Ben Knight - Owner/Managing Partner Top Bounce

Seen here with a bunch of soggy members on our open day.
 

Ben is a very experienced LTA Level 4 coach who brings fun and enthusiasm onto our courts for both adults and juniors.

 

Rhys Dunford LTA Level 3 - plus Operations Director and Head of Tennis at Top Bounce

Here is what Rhys has to say about himself: 

"I started assisting with the coaching programme at Ivybridge when I was 14 and instantly loved being given the opportunity to help pass on my knowledge & passion for tennis to other people. I continued coaching throughout my teens alongside my busy training and tournament schedule which allowed me to share my experiences gained from playing tournaments with all the up and coming junior players I was involved with. 

Due to my playing background I am most at home supporting junior and adult players to get in to playing competitive matches and supporting players who already play in league teams or tournament tennis. 

My specialism is helping all competitive players improve their serve, doubles tactics and general confidence within game situations. This is done through both group and 1-1 coaching, so if you want to get more competitive with your tennis I am definitely a good choice of coach for you."

Rhys also offers a racket restringing service 

Top Bounce employ a number of qualified instructors that share Ben & Rhys enthusiasm for tennis, we regularly see James Jenning, Will Newman and Lisa Hutchins, LTA Level 2 coaches, on our courts.

Will Newman - Top Bounce Coach

Will Newman is an LTA level 2 instructor and a Tavistock local who is passionate about coaching the next generation of junior tennis players at the club. Working with the other coaches who are part of the Top Bounce team Will helps deliver group sessions for juniors and adults who are beginners and intermediate players. He is currently working towards his LTA level 3 coach qualification, which will set him up to deliver top notch individual lessons.

Tavistock Tennis Club also has other coaches that work on site at TTC with our permission.  Our coaches are LTA qualified and  certified in first aid and safeguarding and abide by club policies and LTA code of Conduct.

Linden Hardisty - Independent LTA Level 5 Performance Coach

Linden is head of tennis at the Devonshire in Plymouth but we are proud that he has always maintained his links with us at Tavistock Tennis Club and still does a small amount of private coaching. As an LTA  level 5 coach Linden can provide performance coaching for all ages, but he is equally happy teaching adults of any standard. Contact Linden on 07956 548249.  Note that to take coaching from Linden you need to be a member of the club or pay a visitor fee using the QR code on the clubhouse door,

Richard Hendin - Independent LTA Level 2 Instructor

Richard is an LTA Level 2 Instructor who believes that everyone, at whatever stage of life, can rapidly learn to enjoy social tennis.   He coaches our 6 week Starting Walking Tennis (two bounces, no running!) and Starting Tennis Later in Life (STLiL) courses, which have already brought many members to the Club.  If you would like to try tennis for the first time, or return to the game after a gap (or if you have mobility issues and would maybe like to have a go at walking tennis) please contact him via e-mail: om1770@yahoo.com

 “You are clearly enthusiastic about the game and are a very strong communicator with a passion to teach”.   LTA Assessment

Note that to take coaching from Richard you need to be a member of the club or pay a visitor fee using the QR code on the clubhouse door,

Gordon Hilborn

Gordon is a qualified 'hitter' - imagine a ball machine with a better personality!  He is a local man who has lived and breathed and coached tennis at Tavistock for 40 years.  Hitting practice with Gordon is £15 per hour - you must be a member or pay an additional visitor fee using the QR code on the clubhouse door.  Gordon offers a quick turnaround racket restringing service from £20.   If you are looking for practice or a racket restring Gordon would love to hear from you on 07765 282334