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Reviews

Total reviews18

Average rating

5.0

Gwen P.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5

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I’d say the lesson with Allen was quite good, mainly because he’s very patient and thorough, which I appreciate. Still, I think more practice of the basics could help me build a stronger foundation.

M. Le, New York, N.Y

Lessons taken: 1

I take lessons from Allen and I can tell you this: he has the focus, knowledge and skills to motivate you to the next level. Don't just take lessons from someone that teaches at the local club and doesn't have long experience. Allen has played Division 1A and knows how the game as changed over the past 25 years. Trust me, you will be very happy you chose him for your tennis instruction and/or training. He will probably get booked up if you don't act soon and get yourself into his schedule."

Neil W., Raleigh, N.C.

Lessons taken: 1

"Allen is an absolute pleasure to work with. After only a few sessions, I was already able to see a dramatic improvement in my strokes. He is able to identify what you're doing wrong, and give tips on how to fix it. He's a positive person, and gives great feedback in an encouraging way. Also, he's not cheap with her time, and takes the extra time to talk you through things and continue to work on specific problem areas at the end of the lesson. Very highly recommended!"

Jack K., Coral Gables, FL.

Lessons taken: 1

"Allen is a genius! His patient approach helped me to change to a forehand grip after playing for 50 years with a continental grip. I'm 65 years old (with 2 knee replacements) and don't handle changes easily. Coach suggested we change my grip to semi-western in order to improve my forehand. It was frustrating at first, but I've already gotten rid of my arm band for my tennis elbow and I'm having more fun than ever playing tennis. Thank you so much!"

Marthan R., Remi S., Satish R., Cary, N.C.

Lessons taken: 1

"We're so lucky to have found Coach Allen! Our five kids have a weekly clinic with him. They love him and can't wait to start their lessons. He provides one-on-one time with each student while the others are practicing drills. He controls the lessons with patience, firmness and good humor and the kids happily follow his instructions. He's a former Middle/High school teacher and knows how to handle groups to keep them engaged."

Tennis with Allen M.⭑ 5.0 (18 reviews)

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Locations

These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:

2 courts available

Carolina Pines

2305 Lake Wheeler Road

375.1 miles away

Outdoors

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Peter Williams Park

1525 Lynn Road

368.6 miles away

OutdoorsMay be unreliable

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Availability

These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.

sundays

8 AM - 8 PM

mondays

8 AM - 8 PM

tuesdays

8 AM - 8 PM

wednesdays

8 AM - 8 PM

thursdays

8 AM - 8 PM

fridays

8 AM - 8 PM

saturdays

8 AM - 8 PM

Beginner training plan

Your first lessonAfter laying out the ground rules such as safety and encouraging them to ask questions, I look at their coordination - both physical and hand-eye - balance and mobility. For the next 30 minutes I begin to teach them the forehand by first demonstrating it several times so they can see what it looks like. I then move to the process of teaching them the correct body mechanics, swing path and contact point. We end the lesson by teaching them how to toss, in order to prepare them for learning to serve, emphasizing the need to practice enough so they can begin to gain control over the toss. We end with going over the key takeaways from the lesson and showing them how to practice.

Lesson 11+We'll begin to play points, going over what they did well and what they needed to correct, in terms of shot selection and execution. As we continue to refine our techniques and tactics, we'll begin to move from a baseline style of play to moving forward to the midcourt and forecourt to enable them to finish points more quickly. This involves implementing new kinds of tactics such as heading approach shots and coming into the net, establishing a volley position and finishing the point. Later lessons become less involved in technique and more involved in problem-solving, creating and executing winning patterns of play and the important mental aspects of the game to make them into a complete player.

Lesson 4-10Subsequent lessons involve continuing the process of teaching strokes (backhand, serve return, volley and overhead, with a particular emphasis on serving. At the same time, I will teach them how to develop a strategy and the tactics, shot selection and court positioning required to execute the strategy. This involves helping them to develop their "Tennis IQ" and creating patterns of shots they can use to implement their tactics.

Lesson 2-3We continue working on their forehand technique, emphasizing important aspects of the stroke, such as relaxation, watching the ball, swinging with full extension by rotating their body rather than just with their arm. I then move on drop-hits and then short feeding. I'll also check in on their toss and if acceptable, I'll begin to teach them how to coordinate tossing the ball and hitting it.

Cancellation Policy

We totally understand that life can be unpredictable and plans might change. That's why we've got your back with our flexible cancellation policy, designed to give you peace of mind when booking private sports lessons with our awesome local instructors!

If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.

And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.

Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!

Tennis with Coach Allen Miller

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⭑5.0 (18)

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💰$56 weekly lessons

With 25 years of teaching experience across tennis hotspots in the RDU area as well as Southern California and Miami, I bring a wealth of expertise to the court as a USPTA Certified Professional instructor. My teaching philosophy is inclusive, catering to all ages, levels, and playing styles - from beginners and intermediates to advanced and high-performance players, I offer comprehensive instruction to rapidly improve your game. I take pride in my reputation, with a teaching schedule often filled through word-of-mouth referrals. Safety is paramount, and I adhere to strict health guidelines during lessons. Certified by the USTA as a 10 & Under instructor, I'm committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow in the sport. How fast do you want to get good?(r)

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Teaches: Adults, Seniors

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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates

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Lives in: Raleigh, North Carolina

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Happy Student Score: 93

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Years Playing: Not specified

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Given: 38 lessons

Accomplishments

🎾4.5 NTRP

🏅College Athlete

➕Raleigh Tennis Association PRO SPOTLIGHT: TennisSuccess’ head teaching pro, Allen Miller, has played with tennis legends such as Stan Smith and Roy Emerson. Between 1978-1991, Allen witnessed some incredible tennis at the U.S, Open, including Jimmy Conners’ rise to the semi-finals in 1991. While at the Delray Beach Open, he met John McEnroe and many other tennis greats of their time, as well a current pros Milos Raonic, John Isner, Jack Sock, Bernard Tomic, John Millman, etc. Allen’s impressive career spans more than 50 years. He played #2 singles at Cal State Long Beach. Since 1970, Allen is ranked as NTRP 5.0, and his teaching credentials are just as impressive. He has been a teaching pro for the past 22 years. A USPTA Certified Professional, Allen has taught in both southern California and south Florida. Currently, he offers private, semi- private, group lessons and clinics, group lessons and clinics for 10U, teens and adults of all levels. Thank you, Allen, for all that you do for tennis and giving others the gift of the game!

Certifications & Badges

📝USPTA Certified

🎓25+ Years Teaching

🎓10+ Years Teaching

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