The Tennis Guru
Established in 2002, The Tennis Guru operates a State and National award winning tennis program at Warrandyte Tennis Club, South Warrandyte, St. Mary's Tennis Club (Greensborough) and St. Mary's Primary School. We also offer school programs at St. Thomas PS, Apollop Parkways PS, Greenhills PS, Greensborough PS, Milgate PS & Anderson Creek PS.
We offer coaching programs for Ages 3 to Adult and special events such as Holiday Clinics and Holiday Tournaments. Whether you just want to enjoy a healthy pursuit and hang out with friends or you're striving for excellence at an elite level we have a program for you.
The Tennis Guru has an enviable trophy cabinet of State and National coaching awards:
· Tennis Coaches Association of Victoria Club Coach of the Year
· Newcombe Award - Club Coach of the Year (R/U)
· Newcombe Award - Hot Shots Coach of the Year (R/U)
· Tennis Victoria - Club Coach of the Year (R/U)
· Tennis Victoria Most Outstanding School - St. Mary's PS
Meet our Coaches
Any coaching program is only as good as the coaches.
At The Tennis Guru we have experienced and enthusiastic staff. All of our coaches are:
Registered by Tennis Coaches Australia
Have current Working With Children Checks
Have current National Police Checks
Have completed the Tennis Australia Child Safety Course
Most are also First Aid Qualified
Craig Haslam
Tennis Australia - Club Professional Coach
40 years coaching experience
Tennis Australia Pilot Coach - Hot Shots & Cardio Tennis
Bachelor of Science (Phys Ed)
Former ATP Professional Satellite Player
US Division 1 - College Tennis Player
Australian High School Team Member
Current First Aid
Alistair Tudor
Tennis Australia - Junior Development Coach
15 years coaching experience
A critical member of the coaching program.
Alistair runs groups lessons and training squads for all standards as well a private lessons, Cardio Tennis, School Programs and the Holiday Programs.
Currently still participating in the Monday night Social and Saturday ERT Competitions.
Current First Aid
David Wildsmith
Tennis Australia - Club Professional Coach
40 years coaching experience
He has been a Club Coach in his own right for over 30 years. David runs groups lessons, training squads, private lessons, Cardio Tennis & In-School Programs.
Bachelor of business in accounting and insurance
Former ATP Professional Satellite Player
State grade tennis player for 10 years
Grade 1 pennant winner 6 times
Competed against Pat Cash & Mark Philippoussis
Current First Aid
Jack Taylor
Tennis Australia - Junior Development Coach
20 years coaching experience
Jack runs private lessons, Cardio Tennis, In-School Programs and the Holiday Programs.
Bachelor of Exercise (Sports Science) & a Diploma of Sport (Business Management)
Jack was a state ranked junior competing against Nick Kyrgios & Luke Saville. He also played in the State championship school team on 3 occasions. Has played Grade 1 pennant and continues to play Grade 2 pennant today.
Current First Aid
Daniel Amato
Tennis Australia - Club Professional Coach
10 years coaching experience
Daniel has been a Club Coach in his own right for over 8 years. He runs In-School Programs with us a TTG.
Current First Aid
Daniel Mizzi
Tennis Australia - Registered Coach
5 years coaching experience
Daniel runs groups lessons and training squads for all standards as well a private lessons, Cardio Tennis, In-School Programs and the Holiday Programs.
Currently studying a Science Degree at Melbourne University
An excellent player having played a range of elite level junior competitions.
Angus Davey
Tennis Australia - Registered Coach
3 years coaching experience
Angus runs groups lessons and training squads for all standards as well a private lessons, Cardio Tennis, In-School Programs and the Holiday Programs.
Grew up playing tennis at St. Mary's TC and was the clubs first ever Hot Shots club champion :)
Currently still participating in the Thursday night Competitions.
Alex Roseman
Tennis Australia - Registered Coach
2 years coaching experience
Bachelor of High Performance Sport - 3rd Year
Completed the Rafael Nadal Academy Program
Women's Tennis Foundation Member
Netball Australia Development Coach
Licensed Swimming Instructor
Grew up playing tennis at St. Mary's TC.
Current First Aid
Will Byrne
Tennis Australia - Registered Coach
1 year coaching experience
Will assists with the groups lessons, In-School Programs and the Holiday Programs.
Grew up playing tennis at St. Mary's TC and is a multiple club champion
Currently still participating in the inter-club competitions
Magnus Sedgeman
Tennis Australia - Registered Coach
1 year coaching experience
Magnus assists with the groups lessons, In-School Programs and the Holiday Programs.
Grew up playing tennis at St. Mary's TC and currently still participating in the inter-club competitions
Client Testimonials
I like the rallies, the kids are fun to be with...the coaches are fun, friendly and make us laugh! I really like learning about the forehand/backhand and volleys. When it is hot, I love being sprayed with the hose. I feel really comfortable going, we are always encouraged and I will be joining again next year
Zhara (10yr old student)
The Mums and Tots program allowed me to take up tennis again after not playing for many years. My son loved learning to play tennis on the court next to me and for once I could exercise without the hassle of juggling child care. With quality coaching added to the mix, I now am enjoying the game of tennis again
Sarah-Jo
Charlotte told me yesterday how great a coach you are, very organized, interesting lessons and engaging teacher. She feels she’s learnt more so far this year than in the whole year last year. Keep up the good work.
Marie
I started tennis lessons with Craig 2 1/2 years ago having not played tennis before. I have enjoyed learning the proper technique from the start and feel stronger and more competent for doing so. Craig always keeps the class upbeat and interesting. He is passionate about coaching as well as understanding towards family life. It has been a great experience for me and I would (and do) encourage others to have a go.
Lee Thiele
Craig has taught my children tennis from when they started school, they had so much fun that I too joined the club. Craig keeps himself up to date with current tennis technique and passes it on to his pupils. He changes his lessons from week to week and makes sure you are learning with people of a similar ability.
Dannie McLellan
The thanks goes to you Craig. What a great effort! Thanks again Craig – you deserve a medal!
Libby
When we found out that Craig was the new coach at Warrandyte we immediately enrolled two of our children with him. Craig has a wonderful way with the kids, teaching the skills while at the same time making it a lot of fun. They really enjoy the lessons and now we have all three of our children enrolled for lessons. They have all developed so quickly under Craig and his assistant’s tutelage. The other activities Craig organises such as the Friday Night Comp, Holiday Tournaments and the Movie Nights enhance the lessons and give us parents a chance to be involved at club level. We recommend Craig and the Warrandyte Tennis Club to any families looking for a home for their kids to start and develop their tennis lives
Stephen and Tania Rose
Craig has been coaching me for the last 3 years and I have found that he is encouraging and enthusiastic. He motivates us by organizing in- house competitions, plus holiday tournaments. As a coach he is understanding and helps you improve your game.
Noah (14 year old student)
