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About
I am a "certified" USPTA (United States Professional Tennis Association) Teaching Pro with 19 years of experience and have taught at the John McEnroe Tennis Academy, The Central Park Tennis, (Yankee) Stadium Tennis, Sutton East, Gotham Tennis and The Riverside Tennis Center.
I teach private students in Manhattan at 119th + Riverside, and at 96th + Riverside, Central Park, Riverbank Tennis at 138th + Riverside or at 70th + West End av. I particularly enjoy meeting new students who are interested in working hard in attaining their goals, and then watching them do so.
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19 years in business
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2025
2018
2016
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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
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Youngeun C.
Oct 14, 2025
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I’ve had 9 lessons with Robert so far since September. I am a beginner in tennis, and I can see my skills improved a lot with Robert, and I’m excited for my next lessons! He taught me all the essential basics with patience, and he makes tennis so fun for me! Robert is highly recommend coach!
Details: 26-45 • Beginner • At the pro’s location
Private Tennis Instruction
Tatiana Z.
Aug 25, 2025
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I used to take group classes, but since switching to private lessons with Robert, my tennis has improved so much. He helped me relearn the basics and now my game feels way stronger. Couldn’t be happier!
Details: 26-45 • Intermediate • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Private Tennis Instruction
Iya D.
Jun 17, 2026
Love taking tennis lessons with Coach Rob! As a beginner, I appreciated how he made tennis feel really approachable. The lessons are also fun and I feel like we fit a lot of learning into the one hour session. Also super easy to schedule lessons with him.
Antonio O.
Oct 9, 2025
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Robert is a fantastic instructor. I’d taken some group classes prior but didn’t feel like I learned too much. On Robert’s first class, we went through the fundamental strokes and after I already felt my game to be exponentially better than when I first went there. Looking forward to taking more classes with Robert.
Details: 18-25 • Beginner • At the pro’s location
Private Tennis Instruction
Johny N.
Jul 21, 2025
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Robert is an exceptional, skilled, patient, and highly professional tennis instructor. Each lesson is well-structured, with clear goals and personalized feedback that has noticeably improved my technique and confidence on the court. Their ability to break down complex movements into simple, actionable steps is impressive. I always leave the sessions feeling motivated and challenged. Highly recommended for players of any level, especially beginners like myself.
Details: 26-45 • No experience • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Private Tennis Instruction
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FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Lessons are generally an hour, unless a student would like additional time.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
To discover their specific needs and goals and address them.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a "certified" USPTA (United States Professional Tennis Association) Teaching Pro, and have taught at the John McEnroe Tennis Academy, Central Park Tennis, Stadium Tennis, Sutton East, Gotham Tennis and The Riverside Tennis Center.
