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April 2004
My boyfriend is interested in finding an instructor to work
with to return to tennis after a long hiatus. He played quite a
bit until a brain aneurysm 12 years ago required him to stop.
He's done a ton of rehab since then and is generally a fine
specimen. (If I do say so myself.) He still has some
balance issues and his hand-eye coordination is not what it
once was but he's eager to find out how well he can learn to
play. He needs a patient tennis instructor more than he
needs a phyisical therapist type. Any ideas on the perfect
person to work with him?
Girlfriend on the ball
i reccomend damon valentino.
he is a very caring individual.
408.661.8274
or
damonvalentino AT yahoo.com
juli
March 2003
I'm looking for a tennis class so I might be able to play doubles
with my husband when he gets old enough to slow down from his
present advanced level! My desiderata:
in or near Albany, not expensive private lessons but reasonably
priced group class, beginner to advanced beginner level,
preferably at least some oldsters (over 40) like myself in the
group.
Linda
I recommend wholeheartedly you try the El Cerrito Tennis Club.
We do not have a 'clubhouse' but we are an organization who
promotes tennis at all levels. The USTA season is getting
underway, if you are a beginner you can get in contact with one
of the captains of a 2.5 team (beginning level)to get on a
team. You can attend a team clinic, once/week (series of 5
clinics is $95.00)and doubles strategy is taught by Alvin Hom
and Denise Tom. They are long time US Tennis Association
Professional teachers. I have been involved with them and the
club since I was 40'ish and highly recommend it as an activity
to share with ones spouse.
Margo
March 2003
I'm wondering if people have recommendations for an adult tennis
instructor...not too expensive, mellow, with a sense of humor?
We are not hard-core athletes, and do not know how to play --
but my husband and I were thinking it could be fun to learn
tennis and go play at some of the local parks. So, since we
may be laughing at ourselves as we try to develop tennis
abilities, we'd like someone who isn't too formal or rigid. I've
seen phone numbers advertised at Hopkins park, etc., but don't
know who is good. Want something relatively inexpensive.
Thanks.
I've been happy with the City of Berkeley lessons at the Rose
Garden and Live Oak Park with Jim Edwards. They're relaxed,
small, good, and cheap ($65 for 10 lessons). Jim's particularly
good on strategy and teaches doubles strategy quickly, which
helped me play better than if I'd worked only on drills or
playing singles, since I wasn't in great shape and had no
experience. I started as a beginner over the age of 40 and
classmates have included retirees, UC students, first-time moms
with babes, serious tennis athletes returning after a long hiatus
or injury. Jim creates an atmosphere that connects people so you
develop a network of folks to play with outside of class, if you
want to play more. It's a very congenial atmosphere.
You can sign up with City of Berkeley's Recreation Program Office
at 981-5150 or pick flyers at the tennis courts. I'm glad I
screwed up the courage to try. I love the game and have met some
lovely people to play with.
Lenore
Eddie Pasternack is a tennis instructor who is supposed to be a
great teacher. He has an advertisement in the Monthly
publication or you can look him up in the phone book.
dawnloretz
Re: previous message about Eddie Pasternack, tennis instructor.
He does teach for the Oakland Rec Dept in Montclair. I've taken
his classes and thought he was really great (I'm a complete
novice).
Jennifer
1999
My son is 4 years old and he would like to practice tennis. Are there
good
and fun
tennis lessons for this age in Berkeley or Albany ? (we live in North
Berkeley).
Thanks for your recommendations.
Anne
For the person inquiring about Tennis classes for a 4 year old: Roxanne
Rohan is a great instructor who has a wonderful way with children. I was
particularly impressed with the way she handled some difficulties my son
had
when he was taking classes with her. She has also been involved with
community tennis events in El Cerrito. I'm not sure if she has classes for 4
year olds, but she has many ongoing classes. You can leave a voice mail
for
her at 451-0825, box 3.
Brenda
March 2003
We would like to have our 8 year old daughter take tennis lessons.
We have access to a court, and would ideally like someone who
could come to our house. However, we would also be willing to go
to the lessons. I looked at the recommendations on the website
(2), but could not tell if the instructors mentioned specialized
in teaching children or not. Also, we would like an instructor in
the Berkeley area.
Roger
Recommended:
Claremont Resort
1999
I have a recommendation for an excellent Tennis Teacher. His name is Eddie
Pasternak 655-5783. He's really thorough and helps people achieve great
results. He'll help you troubleshoot to improve your game like no other!
He's good for pros, beginners and for people who just want to enjoy the
game more.
I'd like to recommend Tom Vadnais for tennis lessons of any age and ability
level. He is the varsity tennis coach at Bishop O'Dowd High School in
Oakland and currently teaches the adult classes through the CalFit program
on campus. He can be reached at 707-446-6616 evenings or 510-917-3795
days. Margaret
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