Affordable Tennis Lessons

This review is a bit tardy, but a few months ago I began hitting after being out of the game for many years. I realized I needed some serious help. I ran into Chris as he was giving a lesson to another student. I watched and listened as Chris instructed and I found his style and approach to teaching to be very accesible and goal oriented. I chatted with Chris after his lesson was done and got his contact information. I called him a couple weeks later to schedule a series of lessons. Chris quickly assessed some critical areas of need and got me back on the path to begin hitting much more effectively. Best of all, Chris addressed my forehand to alleviate the tennis elbow I developed due to many bad habits and poor technique. Chris also has a flexible schedule with convienent locations that make meeting up easy.

Chris has been extremely helpful and patient, he has a lot of knowledge when it comes to playing tennis, and it’s easy to work with him. What sets him apart is that he actually cares about helping you learn to play tennis, and not just collecting your money. I’ve had a couple of lessons with him and he has been able to spot my weaknesses and strengths (more weaknesses). It’s been awesome, I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking to learn, or just play a game. Be prepared to schedule your times quickly because his schedule gets pretty hectic quickly.

Chris is an awesome tennis coach. He really helped me improve my style and my overall tennis game. He is very flexible with the schedule and accommodates any changes. Very highly recommended.

My wife and I have had just one lesson with Chris thus far. In that lesson we have learned so much about tennis technique and what we need to put in place to become better players. Chris is very good and breaking down the concepts and using metaphor /​analogies to better explain where he wants to take you and how you can improve. Chris certainly has the background, skills and experience and we’re looking forward to further lessons!

I’ve taken a couple of lessons from Chris so far. He’s a private instructor who can teach/​train you one-​on-​one or in a group, while tailoring the session to your specific needs. I first heard of Chris through a friend who had been taking lessons with him for awhile. She was scheduled for a shared session with another friend, but that friend had to bail. So my friend asked if I would be interested in filling in so we could split the cost. Speaking of which… the cost varies depending on the number of people, location, duration, whether or not you buy a series of lessons, etc. Check the website for more details.
I played tennis for three years on my high school team and a bit recreationally since, but had not picked up a racket in quite a long time. I couldn’t even find my old racket and had to borrow one.
Although I didn’t handle the scheduling, my friend said it was a cinch. Chris is very amenable to meeting you at a court convenient to you and also with finding a time that works. We met Chris at the Echo Park Tennis Courts (which coincidentally is where I played during high school) and I appreciate that he was early both times and had the court «reserved» for our lesson (it’s actually first-​come, first-​served so you have to show up early).
I would describe my game as a lot of running around. :) Our coaches back in high school kept it pretty basic. I got better at sustaining a rally and actually winning singles matches through a lot of practice. However, I knew my form and technique weren’t proper so I was not an efficient nor consistent player. What I could control was being better conditioned so I could run after the ball and hopefully wear out my opponent.
Chris was very patient and helpful. We talked about my grip, how to position my body, how to follow-​through with my stroke, etc. He rotated hitting a couple of balls to each of us at a time so we could practice our forehand and backhand. We’d go through a basket of balls with him correcting us as needed and then gather the balls before starting up again. Sometimes in between he’d go more in depth on specifics with each of us.
I’m glad I tagged along with my friend. It’s easy to get started! Just call Chris (his cell is the number listed). If you don’t have a racket he might have an extra you can borrow. Otherwise bring a water bottle and a towel if you sweat as much as I do.

Great teacher– highly recommend! I grew up playing competitive tennis until high school but hadn’t played really in over 15 years as an adult. I wanted to get back into it and prepare for a singles match I was asked to play. Chris was very responsive in getting back to my call within the hour and scheduling my request the next morning at a convenient court location to me. He was patient, gave great clear instruction and tips to help me get back my strokes, timing, and footwork. He was able to identify what was tripping me up working on my serve fluidity. I really noticed definite improvement within the hour lesson! Needless to say I won my match 6 – 2, 6 – 1 thanks to Chris. My husband and I will definitely be continuing to work with Chris in the future.

If you are looking for a tennis teacher who could teach good technique, be patient and explain things in multiple ways, Chris is a great choice. Short of a 6-​month stint at tennis when I was 13, I am basically a novice wanting to pick up a sport that I have no understanding of.
Chris has the experience of dealing with students at different levels of experience and athleticism. I alternate between taking group classes with a friend who used to play as a teenager, and taking one-​on-​one lessons. Chris never strays from enforcing technique, which is crucial for someone at my level. I also see how he is able to guide my friend, who is more advance and far more athletic, towards improving specific aspects of her game.
In the 6 months that I’ve taken classes with Chris, I’ve gone from not being able to hit the ball AT ALL, to having a proper relay. It’s thrilling to go from being an absolute klutz on the court to feeling that this could be my sport.
Chris is also flexible with our often changing weekend schedules and sets the price at a very affordable mark. Awesome teacher overall!

A few months ago, I decided that it might be nice to have an activity I could perform when I was old. Considering that my other activities involve the possibility of drowning in the open ocean and dangling from a bar and some ropes, I thought tennis might be a good choice. And right then, a friend of mine mentioned that she was taking tennis lessons and wouldn’t mind if I tagged along.
Chris is a great instructor. He’s got a really strong grasp of technique, and that is his first focus in the lesson. Without good technique, it’s hard to advance. He can explain things multiple ways. In just the couple months I’ve been taking lessons from him, I can see a marked improvement. And my friend who started her lessons with no experience has gotten markedly better as well. Great teacher at a great price.

I had my first lesson today and Chris is really helpful. He knew some things I need to work, without giving me too much to handle. Definitely would recommend!

I have been working with Chris for 5 months now. He is an extremely patient and clear coach who slowly adds to my skill set at each session. Even when I was a complete novice, my sessions with Chris were and continue to be the most fun hours of every week.
He is really good with adults as he can communicate ideas — from tennis fundamentals to advanced skills and strategy — from an adult perspective. No drill is ever boring as I am constantly engaged at my own edge. I especially appreciate that Chris weaves the psychology of the game into each lesson. He also puts a lot of care into making sure that anything that I do is safe from injury in the short term and in the long term. Which is fortunate, because I am not 20, and I feel everything.

Chris is an incredible coach! My level of skill has skyrocketed! He is super flexible with his schedule and is always willing to help and accept schedule changes. I could not recommend anyone more! 5+ stars!

Chris is awesome! He’s very patient and able to work with players at all levels. I’ve been taking lessons with him for about 6 months and my tennis game has improved a great deal. He is extremely flexible and understanding when it comes to timing changes and always works around my schedule. He’s always early and very professional, not to mention easy to talk to. I would recommend him to anyone looking to learn tennis basics, improve their existing game, or fine tune certain skills. He really knows his stuff and teaches in a way that’s relatable. I’ve loved working with him!

I found Chris through Unilocal!Chris is an awesome tennis teacher. He points out, tweaks and fixes tennis strokes, a tennis doctor indeed! He has very good grasp and understanding of the sport and its techniques. His tennis methods are fun, very effective and cares about your progress as a tennis player.
Highly recommended if you’re seeking tennis lessons and affordable!

Really a FANTASTIC instructor. Reliable. Good communicator. Very happy with the way that he’s helped to transform my game. I think he can probably work with any skill level. Cannot recommend highly enough!

I found Chris through Thumbtack. We scheduled a lesson and he arrived early, reserved the court and provided an extra racquet for me. We’ve had a few lessons now and he gives a lot of feedback throughout the lesson and is flexible on how the it’s structured. Friendly guy, reasonable rates and accountable. I look forward to continuing with him!

Chris makes learning tennis fun and easy. His patience and positive outlook put me at ease and motivate me to do my best.
The thing I really like about Chris is his flexibility. Not just with scheduling, but in his teaching technique as well. I learn best when I understand why and how to do something clearly in my mind, and Chris takes the time to explain things simply and clearly, even if it takes a lot of different techniques. Some teachers only have one way of saying or showing something, and they expect you to learn how to understand things their way. Chris keeps the lesson focused on me, and works really hard to make sure I understand the key points using whatever analogy or exercise works best for me.
I started learning with Chris when I knew almost nothing about tennis, and I’m very satisfied with how much better I can play, and how much easier it is. Chris gives high quality, personalized instruction, at a really fair price. I highly recommend him.
UPDATE: Chris also strings rackets at a discount for students. Very convenient.

Chris is a great guy, and a patient and excellent teacher.
I would highly recommend him as an affordable and effective option for tennis lessons, especially in Santa Monica.

Chris is the best! He has been my daughter ‘s tennis coach since she was 8yrs old for almost 5years. and sometime my younger kids when their age of pre-​K join the lesson. my kids love Chris’s tennis lesson!
He is very good at instruction of the tennis to children. And he is very much helpful, kind, and has a sense in responsibility.

Chris is my favorite! He’s super helpful, able to meet me at a court that was convenient, and was/​is able to work around my schedule. I’m more of a casual player and I travel so it’s nice to not be tied into a league or worry about wasting money on monthly packages when I can’t commit. Most affordable instructor I’ve found too. Especially around these parts.

Chris is the BEST!!! Being a former Tennis instructor (for kids) myself, I’ve worked alongside many different coaches from all over, and all skill levels. Chris is one of those guys who can play with the best of em’ or raise your level up to play with the best. He’s honest, dependable, and most importantly, wants you to get better fast. He pushes you as hard as you wanna be pushed, and keeps it’s fun. Takes time to make sure you get it, and is willing to put in the time til you do.
As far as prices go, you will not find anyone with more competitive rates. Truly a win win for any and all tennis enthusiasts!!!