Coaching and Membership
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Coaching at Sherborne Tennis Club
Whether you’re picking up a racket for the first time or looking to refine your skills, our expert coaching team is here to help. We offer structured coaching programs for all ages and abilities, from juniors and beginners to advanced players and competitive teams.
Meet Our Coaches
Our LTA-qualified coaches bring experience, enthusiasm, and a passion for developing players.
Learn more about our coaching team here:
Stu Wilson
With 20 years of coaching experience, Stu is a highly skilled and dedicated tennis coach who works with players of all ages and abilities. Holding a Level 3 coaching certification and a degree in Sport & Exercise Therapy, he brings a deep understanding of both technical skill development and physical conditioning to his coaching.
Stu has extensive experience coaching in schools and clubs, helping players improve their technique, strategy, and overall performance. His approach focuses on developing well-rounded athletes by combining technical training with injury prevention and fitness optimization. Whether coaching beginners or competitive players, Stu creates an engaging and supportive environment that fosters confidence and skill progression.
Passionate about making tennis accessible and enjoyable for everyone, Stu is committed to helping each player reach their full potential.
Antonia Corp
I have been coaching tennis for over 10 years now following a varied career in education and other industries, all of which included some teaching elements, so I am adept at modifying coaching styles to suit different players and abilities. Following a couple of very serious injuries/accidents that have affected my own playing career, I now have a real interest in helping individuals at all levels get back to their best and learn to adapt where necessary or learn new skills.
I am LTA Level 3 qualified and also specialise in teaching adult beginners and love being able to see the progress as new players fall in love with this sport and being able to help them with a kind and supportive introduction to match play and introducing tactical elements. I am hoping to start playing competitively again myself and look forward to seeing you on the courts!
Will Whittick
I have played tennis at Sherborne Tennis Club since age 9. I have learnt a great deal from the coaches here and made many friends as a junior as well as an adult player. In January 2025 I proudly completed my LTA Level 1 coaching qualification and began working at the club. It is a privilege to now be a part of the coaching team at the club where i first played.Stu has extensive experience coaching in schools and clubs, helping players improve their technique, strategy, and overall performance. His approach focuses on developing well-rounded athletes by combining technical training with injury prevention and fitness optimization. Whether coaching beginners or competitive players, Stu creates an engaging and supportive environment that fosters confidence and skill progression.
Finn Kerr
I have been playing tennis since i was 4, starting as a mini red player at David Lloyd Woking. I have now spent many years at Sherborne, playing and being coached, which I have enjoyed massively. Becoming part of the coaching team has been a huge achievement for me and I am looking forward to working towards my Level 2 qualification. Starting from assisting in holiday camps to taking my own sessions has taught me technical and tactical aspects of the game which I can bring into all my lesson plans.
Neil Giddings
I joined Sherborne Tennis club 15 years ago after initially enrolling my daughter into the mini-red coaching programme. I have played league tennis for Sherborne in the mens and mixed teams and until very recently, was the Club's safeguarding and welfare officer. I have been working as an assistant coach for the last 12 months and am currently working my way through the level 2 coaching qualification. I hold a level 5 leadership qualification and bring with me a wealth of personal coaching and mentoring skills from a long career in the military and emergency services. I coach from mini-red to older adults and I love that our sport is inclusive and can be a sport for life.
Jon Rolnik
I began my coaching career 25 years ago at East Glos Tennis Club in Gloucestershire, working alongside Lorraine Ristic and Simon Wheatley. After gaining my Level 3 DCA qualification in 2002, I led adult, mini, and junior programmes at Oxtalls Indoor Centre. I later moved to Wiltshire, coaching at the Delta Centre, David Lloyd Swindon, and Ramsbury Tennis Club with Catherine and Lewis Fletcher, where I developed two Wiltshire County No.1 junior players. During this time, I was mentored by Ash Smith, Team GB Tennis Coach. Since relocating to Somerset in 2011, I have managed and coached at a range of clubs and venues, coaching Somerset LTA's U8 county squads since 2022. I moved to Sherborne in August 2024 and continue to bring energy, experience, and a strong developmental focus to all my coaching sessions.
Coaching Sessions
We provide a range of coaching options, including:
🎾 Junior Coaching: Fun and engaging sessions designed to introduce young players to the game.
🎾 Adult Coaching: Group lessons tailored for beginners, improvers, and advanced players.
🎾 Private Lessons: One-to-one coaching for personalised improvement.
🎾 Team Coaching: Focused sessions for competitive league players.
To book a session or find out more, contact the coaching team here:
Membership at Sherborne Tennis Club
Becoming a member of Sherborne Tennis Club gives you year-round access to our courts, coaching sessions, and club events. We offer flexible membership options to suit everyone.
Membership Levels:
Family
Perfect for families looking to play together
£430 per year
Adult
Full access to courts, coaching, and club sessions
£215 per year
Coaching
Get coaching from one of our LTA approved professional coaches
£110 per year
Junior
For players under 18, includes coaching discounts
£68 per year
Mini Red
For players born in 2017 or later, includes coaching discounts
£23 per year
Young Adult
Affordable membership for 18 - 25yr olds
£95 per year