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The team

Coaches who make you better

With 20+ years of professional experience, our certified coaches are your dedicated mentors — ready to fuel your tennis and padel journey, whatever your level.

5
Expert coaches
20+
Years experience
2
Sports coached
1500+
Players trained
Meet the coaches

Our coaching team

Craig Barnard, Head CoachHead Coach

Craig Barnard

Head Coach · Tennis

Leads our coaching team with two decades of experience. Craig sets the standard for technique, structure and player development across every programme.

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Dean, Tennis CoachTennis

Dean

Tennis Coach

Experienced across all levels, Dean blends technical coaching with genuine game strategy to sharpen your competitive edge.

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Marcel, Tennis & Padel CoachTennis · Padel

Marcel

Tennis & Padel Coach

Marcel coaches both tennis and the UAE's booming padel scene — great with beginners taking their first swings and social players levelling up.

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Gretchen, Tennis Coach at Racket World InternationalTennis

Gretchen

Tennis Coach

A valued member of our coaching team, bringing energy, patience and real expertise to every session.

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Matt James, Tennis Coach at Racket World InternationalTennis

Matt James

Tennis Coach

Focused, encouraging coaching for players of every level — from first-timers to competitive juniors and adults.

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Our standards

What every coach brings

Certified

Internationally qualified professionals

Structured

Progressive plans for every level

Personal

Mentoring built around your goals

Results-driven

Fitness, strategy & measurable progress

Find your perfect coach

Tell us your sport, level and goals — we'll match you with the right coach and get you booked in.