Do you offer tennis coaching for different ages and skill levels?

Yes, we offer tennis coaching to all standards and ages, from very beginner through to up and coming junior professional players. Our lessons are run to suit the needs of the player.

Where do you run coaching sessions?

We provide coaching at the Sawtell Tennis Club and the Woolgoolga Tennis Club on the Coffs Coast. We are based in Sawtell, NSW.

Who is involved in coaching and what qualifications do your coaches have?

Owner and Head Coach Eli Baylis works closely with Tennis Australia and Tennis NSW. Our coaches are fun, professional and fully qualified.

Baylis Tennis Academy | Sawtell, Australia

Welcome to the Baylis Tennis Academy, a family-run business located in the picturesque coastal town of Sawtell, NSW. With coaching offered at multiple locations on the Coffs Coast - Sawtell Tennis Club, Woolgoolga Tennis Club, and North Beach Tennis Club – the academy caters to tennis enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels.

At Baylis Tennis Academy, their team of fun, professional, and fully qualified coaches are committed to providing the best tennis coaching experience. Owner and Head Coach, Eli Baylis, works closely with Tennis Australia and Tennis NSW to bring the latest techniques and training methods to all players. With over 20 years of coaching experience, Eli has been running a highly successful coaching business since 2004.

Baylis Tennis Academy offers a range of coaching programmes tailored to different age groups and skill levels. From group lessons for children as young as four years old to squad lessons for more advanced tournament players, there is something for everyone. Private lessons are also available for those seeking personalised attention and improvement. Additionally, the academy organises school holiday tennis and multi-sports clinics, Friday night junior and adult competitions, and adult group lessons.

Their comprehensive coaching programmes ensure that every individual's needs are met.

Eli Baylis, the Head Coach of Baylis Tennis Academy, is a local who grew up on the Coffs Coast, and his passion for tennis shines through in his coaching. As an Advanced Tennis Australia Club Professional Coach, Eli actively supports and organises local tournaments, as well as those within the North East Region of NSW. His dedication to getting more players on the tennis court is evident in his coaching and tournament involvement. Being a father of four, Eli understands the needs of young players and strives to create an enjoyable and enthusiastic environment for them to flourish in.

Recognised for his contributions to tennis coaching, Eli has received several accolades, including the Inaugural North East Tennis Coach of the Year in 2008. He was also nominated by Tennis NSW for the Tennis Australia Coaching Excellence Club Professional Award in 2012 and was a nominee for Coffs Harbour City Council Sportsperson of the Year in the same year. Moreover, Eli has coached Australian ranked players, showcasing his ability to develop talent and foster growth in his students.

If you're looking to improve your tennis game in a friendly and supportive environment, Baylis Tennis Academy is the place to be. Whether you're a beginner or a budding junior professional player, their coaching programmes and dedicated team of coaches will ensure a wonderful experience and noticeable improvement in your tennis skills.

For more information or to book a lesson, please contact Baylis Tennis Academy on 0407 296 685. You can also find them on Facebook or email them through their website.