We would like to welcome Jeffrey G. from Pottstown, PA, to the MyTennisLessons team. We pride ourselves on bringing on not only quality instructors, but quality people as well, which is why we are so excited to have Jeffrey on board. If you live in Pottstown, PA, review Jeffrey’s qualifications, teaching experience and hobbies below to see if he would be the right pro for you. Again, we are happy to expand our tennis lesson services in Pottstown, PA, with the addition of Jeffrey. Sign up with Jeffrey G. today!
About Jeffrey
I started playing tennis at age 7 and achieved a ranking in the Middle States Tennis Association (MSTA) when I was 11 in the 12-and-under-division. I was fortunate to spend three years on The Haverford School varsity tennis team which won 84 consecutive matches between 1984 and 1990. Then I played at Loyola College (now University) in Maryland in my freshman and sophomore years. I started coaching high school teams in 2000 at Upper Merion High School in King of Prussia and earned my USPTR Certification. I enjoy covering tennis locally and was fortunate enough to win the Philadelphia Area Tennis District Award in both 2004 and 2008. My initial teaching job was the Healthplex Sports Club in Springfield, PA, and I now teach at the Y of the Upper Main Line in Berwyn, Pa. (I have also subbed at Penn Oaks Racquet Club, Aronimink Country Club, Tots to Teens Tennis, HyIntensity 10s, and Granite Run Tennis in Southeastern Pennsylvania). I recently I earned my USPTA Certification. I especially like teaching kids between the ages of 7 to 18 and adult beginners and intermediate players. I grew up in Radnor, PA, and now reside in Pottstown, PA.
Teaching Experience: 13 years
Teaching Style
I emphasize understanding grips and footwork and believe that students should be hitting for 55 minutes of a 60 minute lesson. When young and still growing I like to see a closed-stance approach to hitting which can become an open-stance as one matures. I like to develop a pronation-based serve early even though it is a major struggling point for some. I enjoy teaching doubles strategy and tactics a lot.
Hobbies
Basketball, baseball, football, soccer and biking. I love to read about history and enjoy political biographies and autobiographies and love The History Channel.
