The Academy - Rustlings

We are proud to work in partnership with Sheffield’s oldest tennis facility Rustlings Lawn Tennis Club. Working alongside the club’s excellent tennis committee, our role is to provide members and visitors with an outstanding tennis coaching experience. Our highly qualified team of coaches and admin staff are here to guide help you every step of the way. 

Head Coach Ryan Bagshaw, an experienced LTA Level 3 coach, leads a small team of experienced and passionate coaches to deliver a growing junior and adult coaching.  Ryan is supported by Academy owner and Director of Tennis Dave Marray.  Dave has a wealth of experience from a playing and extensive coaching background and now through his work building The Academy brand.  The company has a unique insight into how to create a perfect balance of members usage, social activities, coaching and club events.

Through our core values of PASSION, HONESTY & ENJOYMENT we work with clubs to deliver the best possible member experience.  Our customer charter outlines our commitments to you. We want to be a strong part of the local community, creating a fun, welcoming and best in class learning environment. Delivering the best tennis coaching and customer service in the city is our passion and our coaching team will always strive to live up to these commitments.

​Our coaching programmes are inclusive, varied and specific to the needs of the venue. We are experienced in working in partnership with club managers, boards & tennis committees as well as club admin staff to ensure a cohesive package which benefits the club/venue, its members and The Academy business.