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About
Private tennis coaching for adults with Ian Turner, a former pro tour player.
I coach adults 1 on 1 at your building, gated community or home court across Fort Lauderdale and Miami. In Fort Lauderdale, we can also train at my home base at Riverside Park.
Why train with me:
Former pro tour player on the ITF Pro Circuit
#1
Men’s Open USTA sectional ranking, Middle States (2018)
700+ career matches in 30+ countries
Coaching since 2016, including USTA champions and league winners
Pro-level hitting partner for match play and live-ball training
How it works:
Coaching is by membership, starting at twice a week. You get a plan built around your game, consistent weekly sessions and real progress you can see, whether you’re getting back into tennis or competing at a high level.
Commit: 2x a week
Compete: 3x a week
Season Block: for seasonal residents
Adults only. Limited spots each season. Send a request with your court location and goals, and I’ll let you know if there’s a spot.
Overview
Hired 111 times
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10 years in business
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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, Stripe, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2024
2023
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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Cynthia M.
Sep 20, 2024
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I had the pleasure of taking a lesson with Ian today, and I can confidently say it was a fantastic experience! As a beginner in tennis, I was a bit nervous, but Ian’s warm and encouraging demeanor instantly put me at ease.
From the moment we started, Ian demonstrated exceptional patience and a clear passion for teaching. He expertly broke down the fundamentals, ensuring I understood each aspect of the game, from grip to footwork. His tailored drills were not only effective but also fun, making the learning process enjoyable.
What I appreciated most was Ian’s ability to provide constructive feedback while celebrating my progress, no matter how small. His enthusiasm is contagious, and I left the court feeling inspired and excited to practice more.
If you’re looking for a knowledgeable and supportive coach to guide you through your tennis journey, I highly recommend Ian. I can’t wait for my next lesson!
Details: 26-45 • Beginner • At the pro’s location
Private Tennis Instruction
Janice D.
May 1, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
My 14 year old son has been taking lessons with Ian for about a month and it's been a great experience for him. Ian is extremely patient, energetic, excellent at communicating and teaching. I can already see an improvement in my son's game. His drills are on point. He stops to make corrections on a timely basis without making it too disruptive and encourages positivity. I highly recommend his training. My son is enjoying tennis more and looks forward to every session.
Details: 13-17 • Beginner • Once a week • At the pro’s location
Private Tennis Instruction
Fernando C.
Mar 19, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
I really enjoyed my first lesson with Turner. He is a true professional when it comes to coaching tennis. He gave me valuable feedback from the start and made the entire session fun. I’m looking forward to taking my game to the next level. Thank you Turner!
Details: 26-45 • Intermediate • At the pro’s location
Private Tennis Instruction
David S.
Sep 5, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack
After being away from the sport for nearly 20 years, I was apprehensive about getting back into something that I’d once done on a moderately competitive junior level. I wanted a coach who was highly knowledgeable and technically proficient—which I’ve found in Coach Ian. His attention to detail and instruction are top notch. As someone who’s taken countless private lessons and camps, my criteria for tennis instructors extends beyond USPTA/USTPR credentials and Coach Ian checks every box.
He’s also been helpful in providing equipment recommendations, which is immensely valuable to someone like me who hasn’t played in years or is just picking up tennis for the first time.
Details: 26-45 • Intermediate • Once a week • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Private Tennis Instruction
Jie T.
May 1, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
My family has been taking privatetennis lessons with Ian for almost one year. We enjoyed the time with him. Ian is super patient and encouraging. He pays attention to everyone’s progress and adapts his instruction to fit the individual needs. His teaching is very efficient as he can quickly nail down the point that one needs to improve. He is also energetic and keeps each of us busy during the whole lessons. I am so happy to have Ian as my tennis coach. And I highly recommend Ian to everyone that wants to learn tennis.
Details: 8-12 • 26-45 • Beginner • As recommended by instructor • At the pro’s location
Private Tennis Instruction
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Ian Turner
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Coaching is by monthly membership, not single lessons. Memberships start at $1,440/month for twice-weekly 1-hour sessions (Commit). Three times a week is $2,160/month (Compete). 90-minute and 2-hour sessions are priced at the same hourly rate. Seasonal residents can apply for a Season Block built around the months they’re here. Billed month to month. Payment by Zelle, card or cash. 24-hour cancellation policy.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Send a request with where you’d train (your building, community, home court, or Riverside Park in Fort Lauderdale) and what you want to improve. If it’s a fit, we schedule your first session, where I assess your strokes, movement and match play. From there I build a plan for your game and we lock in your weekly times. Every session follows that plan, so you see real progress month to month.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I’m a former pro tour player on the ITF Pro Circuit. I played the ITF junior tour and USTA for over 10 years, competed in 700+ career matches in 30+ countries, and held the #1 Men’s Open USTA sectional ranking in Middle States (2018). I’ve been coaching since 2016.
