Tennis Sarasota

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Introduction: Welcome to Tennis Sarasota! With over 15 years experience, Tennis Sarasota offers certified tennis lessons to players of all levels throughout Sarasota, FL and Siesta Key. I have taught for many facilities/organizations over the years including Tennis Corporation of America, Mid-Town Tennis Club, Clemson University, Chastain Park and Post Properties. I have also played collegiately and captained my NCAA college tennis team. In addition, I was sponsored by Wilson Sporting Goods and am certified by the United States Professional Tennis Association as an Instructor. I have coached both State and Nationally ranked players and one who later went on to become the hitting partner of the #1 Professional Female tennis player in the world. I have a passion for teaching and helping others improve their game. I absolutely love what I do!

Overview

Hired 34 times

4 similar jobs done near you

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1 employee

10 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, and Zelle.

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.

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Chris L.

Oct 6, 2022

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I think John is a very good instructor. I just took my first tennis lesson with him. He arrived early to prepare for the lesson. After some warm-up rounds, he identified the weakness of my forehand and backhand and taught me the correct way of playing with great patience. Once I addressed those weaknesses, my hitting became much more fluent and powerful. So pleasant! I will continue training with him and look forward to more improvement in my tennis playing.

Details: 26-45 • Beginner • More than once a week • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Guan W.

Sep 7, 2021

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John is a great instructor who spent his time getting to know us and our level first to make sure he can provide the best lessons. It's a pleasure learning tennis with him!

Details: 26-45 • Beginner • Once a week • My home, venue, etc.

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Kristin S.

Mar 7, 2022

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John is a great guy and an excellent coach. He’s very perceptive and very quickly noticed ways that I could improve my strokes and helped me to implement them. He has a very positive attitude and is very encouraging. He is a pleasure to work with and I plan to continue taking regular lessons from him.

Details: 26-45 • Intermediate • Once a week • My home, venue, etc.

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Daylen T.

Jul 5, 2021

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Amazing! Loved my first lesson and excited for the many lessons to come. He is very aware of what you need to work on and has patience in you trying to understand.

Details: 26-45 • Beginner • More than once a week • At the pro’s location

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Jeff L.

May 8, 2021

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John’s vast experience shows on the court through his instructions,

Details: 46-65 • Intermediate • Once a week • At the pro’s location

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John Barbagallo

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I charge $75/hr for a private lesson, $80/hr for a semi-private lesson ($40ea.). This is very competitive as most clubs around town charge $85 or more.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I ask them what, specifically they would like to work on. It is their lesson! :-)
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have earned U.S.P.T.A. certification. The exam for this certification is a rigorous one that requires the instructor demonstrates proficiency in 1) Teaching a group lesson, 2) Teaching a private lesson, 3) on-court playing ability and 4) a 4 hour written exam on all aspects of tennis including stroke analysis, corrective techniques, strategy, grip types, court surfaces, match play etc.