Learn the Right Tennis Fundamentals. Then Learn How to Win Points.

Private tennis lessons for high school players and adult beginners through the 3.0 level in Danville, Alamo, and San Ramon. Build dependable strokes, understand where and why to hit the ball, and gain the confidence to play real matches.

Clear instruction. Practical strategy. Personalized video feedback.

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Practical Coaching for Real Players Who Want Real Results

Discover how private tennis coaching can elevate your skills, tactics, and on-court performance with actionable, personalized guidance.

Build Dependable Technique

Learn the fundamentals behind your forehand, backhand, serve, volleys, and movement without being overwhelmed by complicated instructions.

Learn How to Play Points

Understand court position, shot selection, consistency, recovery, and simple patterns that help you make better decisions during rallies and matches.

See Your Game on Video

Build confidence and resilience on court through proven methods that boost your overall match readiness and mental toughness.

Who I Coach

High School Players

Build sound fundamentals, greater consistency, and the confidence to participate in school tennis, compete for a team position, or improve your match results.

Adult Beginners and Developing Players

Whether you are picking up a racquet for the first time or trying to move beyond the 2.5 or 3.0 level, lessons are built around your experience, goals, and pace of learning.

No advanced experience required. You only need the desire to learn and improve.

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Julie Yan
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I’ve had a great experience learning tennis with Mike. He is very patient and helped me build solid fundamentals and correct movement patterns within just my first few lessons, which I really appreciated as a beginner. What especially stands out is how much attention he pays to my progress outside of lessons as well. He’s willing to watch videos of me practicing on my own, give me feedback, and then follow up on what he noticed during our next lesson with specific drills and corrections. I would highly recommend Mike to anyone who is new to tennis and wants to build good habits from the beginning, or to players who want to identify and correct problems in their technique.
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Tapas Panda
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Coach Mike has been a huge help getting my son ready for high-school tennis tryouts. He’s improved his stroke technique, learned real patterns of play, and is gaining the confidence to compete even though he’s never played matches before.
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Tristan Pereida-Rice
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In just 90 minutes, Mike completely transformed my forehand and helped me finally generate the topspin I’d been missing. I really appreciated his clear coaching style and attention to detail. He was patient, encouraging, and great at breaking down what I was doing wrong. His willingness to work with a beginner like me made all the difference, and I’m already seeing real improvements.
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Joe Moss
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I did a group tennis clinic with Mike. It was a lot of fun and I came away with great insights on how to improve as a doubles player, along with good advice on improving my strokes. Mike does a great job at breaking things down so that beginners can follow and take action.
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Jessie Barbato
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Mike did an amazing job hosting a clinic for our neighborhood tennis team. He took the time to work on our ground strokes, volleys and overheads. He was patient, kind and very knowledgable about tennis and the dynamics of doubles. Will definitely be coming back for more lessons!
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I participated in a 2-hour clinic instructed by Coach Mike. He generously shares his knowledge & expertise in meaningful ways to improve your performance. His approach is studied and methodical, but still flexible in applications and open to questions.
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arun singh
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Fantastic coach! My kids love their lessons and have improved so much in a short time. Patient, encouraging, and makes tennis fun for them. Highly recommend!
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Meet Coach Mike

Advanced tennis knowledge, explained for developing players

I know how frustrating tennis can feel when you receive too many instructions but still do not understand what to do with the ball. My job is to make the game simpler.

As a USTA Coaching certified coach and accomplished USTA competitor, I have learned directly from nationally respected coaches and tennis strategists. I translate those advanced techniques and strategies into practical instruction that high school players and adult beginners can understand and use.

“I’ve been where you are — let me help you build confidence and skills!”

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My Coaching Philosophy

Tennis made approachable, fun, and confidence-boosting.

As a coach, I believe every new player deserves an encouraging, empowering start to the game. 

My approach combines simple instruction, purposeful repetition, and game-based learning so players quickly experience success, Whether you are a high school player learning the game or an adult working toward the 3.0 level and looking to improve. 

I emphasize progress over perfection, and I measure success not by flawless strokes, but by whether a student leaves the court feeling more confident and capable than when they walked on.

Love Your First Lesson or It’s Free - No Pressure, No Guilt, No Hard Sell.

Think of it as your no-risk “warm-up.” If after our first hit you feel I’m not the right coach — or lessons just aren’t in your game plan right now — you can call it “out” and we’ll wrap it up. No unforced errors, no tricky spin, and no pressure to volley back a “yes.” We’ll shake hands at the net, part as friends, and you can walk off court knowing you took your best shot without any risk.

I’ll Help You Play Better Tennis, Fast!

Coach Mike

I’m Mike Rogers, and yes, I’ve spent more time hacking away at tennis balls than I’d care to admit. Let’s just say my knees and I have seen a few wars (most of them against my own backhand). The truth? You never really reach the finish line in this game. There’s always a new trick to learn, a serve to fix, or a point to chase—even when you swear you only came for the post-match snacks.

Expect a steady mix of practical tips and hilarious lessons, all served with a healthy dose of honesty and laughter. I spotlight wild points, friendly rivalries, and those moments when we’re all just out there hoping our shorts don’t split. My stories come from my journey—and from players who know what it’s like chasing the next win after sixty.