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About
Let’s Make Tennis Your New Favorite Thing!
I’m Ed Duffy-and I’m not your average tennis/pickleball coach. I’m a Master of Tennis (PTR
Performance), USPTA
Elite Pro, USTA High Performance Coach, iTPA Master Tennis Performance Specialist and a USAPA Pickleball Professional
I’ve dedicated my life to mastering racquet sports— and helping others do the same.
My coaching style is focused, high-energy, and personalized to your goals. Whether you’re just starting out or working to reach the next level, I’ll help you improve quickly and confidently-with a clear plan and consistent support.
I’ve earned Thumbtack’s
Top Pro status and hundreds of 5-star reviews because I care deeply about your progress and experience on the court. I bring
passion, professionalism, and proven results to every lesson.
Let’s get started-and make your game better. See you on the courts!
Overview
Hired 95 times
Serves Philadelphia, PA
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2 employees
47 years in business
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2020
2017
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Work location
My customers travel to me
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Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
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Lenara N.
Sep 3, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Ed is an amazing coach! We are a couple and have taken a few lessons with Ed already. I see so much improvement in my technique since I have no experience in tennis what’s so ever. He also guides my fiancée on how to become a better player since he is more of an intermediate player. Ed has lots of patience and you can tell he loves what he does. I’m looking forwarding to taking more lessons with Ed.
Details: 26-45 • Intermediate • More than once a week • My home, venue, etc.
Private Tennis Instruction
Sam P.
Feb 24, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
My wife and I took our first tennis lesson with Ed and it was fantastic. We had such a great experience, we couldn’t believe how fast the lesson went! Definitely recommend taking a lesson with Ed!!
Details: 26-45 • Beginner • Other • I travel to the tennis instructor • The tennis instructor travels to me
Private Tennis Instruction
Dawn D.
Nov 8, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
He communicates really well and got back to me super fast. I learned so much on my first session and I feel he has the teaching ability that will give me the tools I need to play tennis in a safe and effective way without injury.
Details: 46-65 • Intermediate • Once a week • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Private Tennis Instruction
Charles B.
Dec 30, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
I was in town visiting and wanted a lesson with a great tennis pro. He surpassed my expectation and taught a great lesson. He really knows his stuff! Would recommend to anyone.
Details: 26-45 • Advanced • Other • At the pro’s location
Private Tennis Instruction
Yasmany G.
Jun 6, 2016
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Hired on Thumbtack
Even as an athlete I had a preconceived notion that unless I was young enough I wouldn't learn tennis to a high enough standard that I would be content with- I have played at very high levels competitively so naturally I'm inclined to want to have much better coaches in any sport...Ed changed that notion and with just two lessons I have seen a level of keen improvement with small skill sets he honed in on be being extremely detail-oriented, professionally executing his then obvious training. His timing has been impeccable and he has shown patience yet the rigidity you want in a coach that wants you to do well. It goes without saying I cannot wait to start my third session and so on.
Private Tennis Instruction
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Edward Duffy
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I offer a discount when you book more than one lesson per week! A travel fee applies when I must travel outside of my home base of Graduate Hospital/Fitler Square area in Philadelphia. If you are interested in semi private or group lessons, additional player fees apply. If you are a high performance tennis junior and have professional/college aspirations(my speciality) I offer monthly packages! Let’s get it! Cancellation policy: I MUST receive 48 hour notice of any cancellation. Full payment required for cancellations not abiding by the 48 hour notice. Rain policy—I will need payment for the time spent teaching on the court in the event rain prevents lesson completion.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I always like to determine the customers goals and reasons for playing tennis/pickleball first. Then I perform a Player Needs Analysis—I just watch you play and look for areas we can improve.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Absolutely!!! I attend USPTA, USTA, PTR, iTPA and pickleball/tennis workshops constantly. I am proud to say I teach at the highest level. A great Pro always improves his craft.
