Instructor-Private Lesson Specialist
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Lifetime Tennis, Inc.
Santa Clara, CA, US
Summary
Provide personalized private and semi-private tennis lessons to players of all ages and skill levels. Maintain a safe court environment while building strong client relationships to encourage retention and referrals.
Job Description
Job Title: Private Lesson Specialist
Location: Lifetime Activities, Santa Clara (satellite courts)
Employment Type: Part-Time
Reports To: Managing Director
Position Overview:
Lifetime Activities Santa Clara is seeking a passionate and experienced Tennis Private Lesson Specialist to deliver high-quality, personalized coaching experience to players of all ages and skill levels. This role focuses on one-on-one and small group coaching, emphasizing skill development, strategy, and an engaging, results-driven experience for clients. The ideal candidate brings both technical expertise and a refined, client-focused approach—someone who can build lasting relationships while delivering measurable results on court.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide private and semi-private tennis lessons tailored to individual player goals and skill levels
- Develop customized lesson plans focusing on technique, footwork, strategy, and match play
- Assess player performance and track progress over time
- Deliver a high-energy, positive, and professional coaching experience
- Build strong relationships with clients to encourage retention and referrals
- Maintain a safe and organized court environment
- Assist with clinics, camps, and special events as needed
- Stay current on coaching techniques, trends, and best practices
- Help occasionally with Park & Rec youth and adult lessons
NOTE: This position requires submission to a consumer investigative report, as permitted by law. Applicants are also subject to a health screening, following a conditional offer of employment.
Qualifications:
- RSPA / PTR Certified Professional
- Minimum 4 years teaching/ player development experience
- A strong track record of teaching excellence (Municipal program experience is a plus)
- Demonstrated ability to retain and attract students of all ages/abilities
- A great on-court presence with an understanding of modern fundamentals and development progressions
- Punctual, professional and positive with a strong work ethic
- The ability to connect to a diverse range of ages and levels
- A positive presence with a focus on safety, and customer service
Schedule:
- Sat & Sun 3pm - Sunset
- Weekdays 8am- 2pm or 3pm - 9pm
- 15 - 20 hours/week
**Schedule and number of hours assigned are subject to change according to the needs of the business and can vary seasonally or session by session.**
Pay Range:
Private lesson rate: $58.50/hr
P&R range: $29.30 - $42/hr
Benefits Package:
- 401K Contribution - up to 4% match those 21+ years of age after 12 months
- Employee merchandise discount
Working at Lifetime Activities allows you to:
- Do what you love
- Make a positive impact on the tennis community
- Work in a friendly team-based environment
- Have fun while getting paid
About Us:
Lifetime Activities is a successful, mature company with 30+ years of experience managing and staffing tennis and recreational facilities. Known for innovative programming, Lifetime Activities is the leader in grass-roots development for all ages and abilities focusing on positive fundamentals, participation and enjoyment supplementing health and well-being.
Lifetime Activities is a service provider growing tennis and activities in communities throughout California. You may be more familiar with us as Lifetime Tennis.
In addition to creating, instructing, and growing municipal tennis and activity programs, Lifetime Activities serves as facility operator for a number of venues.
In 2023, we celebrate our 30th year in tennis management. With 6 locations and over 200 team members, we are firmly established within the industry and have gained a strong reputation for excellent service, accountability, and excellence in community tennis.
Ownership and direction of the organization are led by Dana Gill, a former collegiate/touring player, Elite USPTA certified pro, and grassroots advocate.
Founded
1993
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Recreational Facilities
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Bay Area, California
Lifetime Activities is a service provider growing tennis and activities in communities throughout California. You may be more familiar with us as Lifetime Tennis.
In addition to creating, instructing, and growing municipal tennis and activity programs, Lifetime Activities serves as facility operator for a number of venues.
In 2023, we celebrate our 30th year in tennis management. With 6 locations and over 200 team members, we are firmly established within the industry and have gained a strong reputation for excellent service, accountability, and excellence in community tennis.
Ownership and direction of the organization are led by Dana Gill, a former collegiate/touring player, Elite USPTA certified pro, and grassroots advocate.
Founded
1993
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Recreational Facilities
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Bay Area, California