Do you too, like us, want to learn a new sport like say, tennis, just to make exercising daily fun and competitive? Or are you simply inspired and motivated after seeing Roger Federer's new documentary on Prime Video and want to try your own hand at the sport? Even if you are a pro who just wants to brush up on those skills on the court, stay with us! We have the best places to do so. Chennai boasts a great range of tennis academies that will train you to backhand or serve like a champ. Check out our list of the best academies in the city to cultivate your love for the sport.
Game, Set, Match: Chennai's Top Tennis Coaching Centers for Ace Training!
Grand Slam Tennis, Palavakkam
Under the guidance of Coach Guru beginners are taught fundamentals with detailed instruction on techniques like grips, forehand, backhand, serves, and volleying. He also teaches seasoned players to refine their skills. Grand Slam has three amazing clay courts with floodlights for late evening sessions. They provide morning and evening sessions to make sure busy individuals will be able to fit in a session whenever possible.
Timings: Every day except Mondays, 6 AM to 9 AM, 4 PM to 9 PM
Rating: 4.5 (Google)
Tennis Legends Academy, Karapakkam
Looking for the ultimate spot to ace your tennis serves? This coaching centre led by three coaches Rama, Karthi and Arul will not only refine your skills but also guide you through every fundamental step required to finesse the sport by focusing primarily on technique. The academy has 5 amazing courts, clean washrooms, showers and a gym! The best part is that they offer free trial classes.
Timings: Every day except Mondays, 9 AM to 5 PM
Rating: 4.5 (Google)
Baseline Tennis Academy, Navalur
Well-maintained clay courts, ample parking and amazing facilities such as waiting areas, restrooms and chilled drinking water — this academy is great when it comes to providing for its students. The trainers are super accommodating and allow intermediate enrolment for students and fun practice sessions. Not only that but the coaches are patient and have very effective teaching methods according to several students. The students compete against each other and have a friendly yet competitive atmosphere amongst themselves great for nurturing the player in you.
Timings: Everyday, 6 AM to 8 PM
Rating: 4.9 (Google)
Alpha Tennis Coaching, Medavakkam
In the Prince Arts and Science Sports complex, this academy is committed to enhancing each student's skill development and achieve success both individually and as a team. Your backhand serve will be on point in no time thanks to the expert trainers and specialised programmes at this facility. The coaches are always observing their students and correcting any mistakes through personalised attention. They even conducted workshops organised by national and international tennis academies. The academy also offers flexible scheduling options.
Timings: Every day except Mondays, 6 AM to 9 AM & 5 PM to 8 PM
Rating: 4.4 (Google)
K Block Tennis Club, Annanagar East
K Block Tennis is seen as a pillar in the tennis community and has been teaching the sport for over 35 years fostering the development of their students who have achieved success in national-level tournaments. They offer specialised coaching for both children and adults across all age groups, and they pride themselves on providing a welcoming and supportive environment for players of all levels.
Timings: Every day except Sundays | 5:30 AM – 9 PM
Rating: 4.7 (Google)
Precision Tennis Academy, Arumbakkam
Taking place in D.G Vaishnava College, these Tennis classes are great for players of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to intermediates. The coaches are experts and offer excellent instruction along with demonstration that helps in each student's development.
Timings: 24 Hours
Rating: 4.9 (Google)
Prime Tennis, Adyar
If you're stepping into the world of Prime Tennis where the coaches will use your passion to teach you precision on the court. The students are taught by seasoned pro and former ATP player, Ajai Selvaraj. He coaches champions and students who want to become champions. Based on each student's skill set he gives them the attention and support they need to shine.
Timings: Every day, 5:30 AM to 9:30 PM
Rating: 4.9 (Google)
Competitive Edge Tennis Academy, Navalur
If you’re looking for some serious well-rounded training, Competitive Edge is the perfect place for you. They don’t beat around the bush, it's discipline, dedication, and determination for them and expect that from their students as well. They want their students to be competitive and offer expert coaching to equip players with the technique and mindset necessary for success at the highest level. With a clear vision aimed at harnessing the potential of young athletes and refining their skills both physically and mentally, no effort is spared to ensure peak performance.
Timings: Every day, 6 AM to 6 PM
Rating: 4.6 (Google)
Just Tennis Centres @ St.Bede's Tennis Academy, Mylapore
Started in 1998, Just Tennis has become a leading academy serving as a fundamental training ground for countless young players and continually drawing in new talent. The academy has amazing courts where individuals of all ages receive expert tennis coaching under the guidance of head coach Mohammed Fariz, a distinguished two-time doubles national champion accredited by both the All-India Tennis Association and international standards. Classes are thoughtfully scheduled into convenient time slots ensuring accessibility for individuals with busy schedules.
Timings: Every day except Mondays, 6 AM to 9 AM and 3 PM to 6 PM
Rating: 4.2 (Google)
M.M.Tennis Academy, Ambattur Industrial Estate
Three awesome clay courts, lit up well at night for some epic playing and coaching sessions, that is what M.M.Tennis Academy offers. The coach is super knowledgeable, mega supportive, and extremely patient, he will make sure you're pumped to get better every time you step on the court. The timings are flexible and they offer several programs based on skillset and age. Weekends can get pretty busy, so snagging court time might be a bit of a challenge.
Timings: Every day except Mondays, 24 hours
Rating: 4.4 (Google)
Aaral Tennis Academy, Valasaravakkam
Since kicking off in 2019, Aaral Tennis Academy has been all about top-notch tennis coaching. Nestled in a school setting, this academy boasts some of the slickest courts around, complete with floodlights for those night matches. The crew of coaches, many of whom are big shots on the club scene, cover all the bases — from strategy to stamina, technique to mental game. Whether you're just picking up a racket or eyeing up the club circuit, they’ve got you covered.
Timings: Every day except Monday, 6 AM to 9:30 AM, 4 PM to 9:30 PM
Rating: 4.8 (Google)
Chennai Tennis Centre, Mylapore
An academy for champions, this Tennis school is known for their thorough programmes meant for all levels of players to finesse the sport, from beginners to those who want to compete in state and national championships. The coaches take this seriously and are highly knowledgeable, so they professionally approach students giving only the best training. The students of this academy are super enthusiastic about the training and determined to succeed.
Timings: Every day except Sundays, 6 AM to 10 AM, 2:30 PM to 6 PM
Rating: 4.8 (Google)