We would like to welcome Al G. from Madison, AL, to the MyTennisLessons team. We pride ourselves on bringing on not only quality coaches, but quality people as well, which is why we are so excited to have Al on board. If you live in Madison, AL, review Al’s qualifications, teaching experience and hobbies below to see if they would be the right pro for you. Again, we are happy to expand our tennis lesson services in Madison, AL, with the addition of Al. Sign up with Al G. today!
About Al
I’m a former DJ (radio announcer) and professional musician. I am an honorably discharged vet who was sent to Germany, where I learned to play on those wonderful red clay courts. I was introduced to the game in 1975 and began teaching in 1991. I worked my way up to a solid 4.5 level winning numerous tournaments from Nashville, TN, to Birmingham, AL. While playing I continued to study, train and attend workshops to complete certification with PTR and USPTA (not a current member). I served as the Director of Tennis for the City of Madison, AL, from 1993 until 2006. While there, I offered private/semi-private, group lessons, adult and junior clinics/camps, celebrated USTA “National Tennis Month” in conjunction with USPTA “Tennis Across America,” conducting free tennis events, and offered adult and junior sanctioned and non-sanctioned tennis tournaments. I have also served as a PTR/USTA National Clinician working to train coaches. I served as a Southern Section Minority Coordinat
or for the USPTA.
In 1992, I co-founded and continue to serve as the executive director of Youth Development Association, Inc. YDA is a non-profit organization serving youth in underserved schools and communities. YDA is an organizational member, a USTA/NJTL Chapter and Community Tennis Association (CTA) with the USTA.
I am also an ordained minister with an emphasis on youth ministry.
Teaching Experience: 25 years
Teaching Style
Lessons center around the needs and goals of each player. I specialize in sound stroke and technique development. I work with students on creating a foundation to build upon for advancement in stroke production and strategy. One of my specialties is in helping students develop consistency, confidence and a winning character.
Hobbies
Singing and playing music, listening to great artists, reading and writing spiritual and motivational material
