Whether it’s your first time on court or you’re training for tournaments,
the Club has everything you need for junior tennis

We teach tennis in a fun and challenging way that helps to develop skills, boost self-confidence and keep kids fit, healthy and happy.

We want junior members to flourish in an environment where they feel comfortable and that their skills are continuing to improve.

Coaching programme

We offer a range of weekly group sessions for juniors of all ages and standards that helps confidence grow from stage to stage.

All sessions are run by our experienced LTA qualified coaching team and will include a physical warm up, a mixture of basket and live ball drills and match play.

The coaches will recommend when a junior is ready to move to a more advanced session. 

Interested in joining our programme? Please get in contact with our Head Tennis Professional.

 

Competition and Teams

We believe that competing is the best way to learn and enjoy the full benefits of tennis.

This is important for all playing levels of our programme and we offer everyone competitive opportunities when we can. We are mindful that this has to be done in a fun and supportive environment.

Our junior tournament offering includes:

  • Social tournaments
  • Team events
  • Team tennis leagues
  • St George’s Hill Open – LTA Grade 3

Interested in finding out more? Please get in contact with our Tennis Manager.

Meet your tennis team

PIERS HERFET-JONES

Tennis Manager

DAVID COLLINS

Head Tennis Professional

MARK SIDDALL

Head of Junior Development

JAMES DALY

Tennis Professional

WAYNE BOWKETT

Tennis Professional

MICHAEL DAWE

Tennis Professional

GEORGE DAVIES

Tennis Professional

ANNA SMITH

Tennis Professional

EMILY SUTCLIFFE

Tennis Professional

I am an enthusiastic and dedicated tennis professional, with over twenty years’ experience in the sport. I finished my junior playing career ranked top ten in Great Britain and for the past ten years I have been working in high-performance centres and members clubs, alongside hitting with ATP & WTA Tour players. I have experience working with players of all ages and abilities and here at St George’s Hill I will be working across both the junior and adult programmes.
My aim is to create an enjoyable environment where everyone can improve at this amazing game.

DAVID COLLINS

Head Tennis Professional

Multiple Grand Slam winning coach.
Olympic Gold Medal winning coach.
Multiple ATP Tour titles at Masters 1000, ATP 500 & ATP 250 as
coach. Former ATP ranked Singles and Doubles. Former ITF ranked
Junior Singles and Doubles. ATP events worldwide, titles won in Asia, Africa and Europe. Over 35,40 & 45 National Doubles Champion. Over 45 National Singles Champion.

“To be better then your previous self”

MARK SIDDALL

Head of Junior Development

I have over 25 years coaching experience working in clubs and academies, teaching junior and adult players from beginner to junior national level.

“I love to help people develop and grow their game as a skill for life.”

I have over 10 years coaching experience, working in clubs and academies and was previously Racquets Manager at David Lloyd Raynes Park. I represented Surrey from juniors to adults and ranked inside the top 50 men’s ranking in the UK.

My coaching style ensures lessons are fun and instructive. For me the most rewarding part of coaching is seeing a players development on the court whilst having fun.

Previously nationally ranked New Zealand player and resident coach at St George’s Hill for 18 years.

“For 18 years I have been working with the players at St George’s Hill, from those just starting tennis to our advanced team players. I believe in patient, reassurance and support in coaching while ensuring the best technique is followed.”

Represented Great Britain and Surrey County teams in many age groups over last 38 years. GB Captain in ITF world team championships 55+ in New Zealand 2011. Bronze Medal 60+ World Team Champs. Finland 2016. Member of All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, The International Club of GB(Captain in 2014) and Seniors LTC of GB and Committee Member.

“Tennis should be fun. Winning or losing is a learning experience”

George has been a Club member for over 10 years. He achieved a singles and doubles world ranking and is our 2020 and 2023 Men’s Singles Club Champion.
George joined the coaching team in 2021 and works across our junior and adult programmes. He also represents our Men’s 1st Team in National team competitions.

My aim is to help all members improve and enjoy their tennis, no matter how old you are!

Anna is experienced at coaching all stages of the player pathway from mini tennis to the professional level.
Finished playing on the professional tour in 2020 and have since worked for the LTA as a National Coach and recently at a tennis club in Surrey.

EMIILY SUTCLIFFE

Tennis Professional

I bring over 12 years of coaching experience in clubs and academies,
working with both junior and adult players ranging from beginners to
regional players. I have been coaching the Surrey Girls team for several years. Was England Captain for 12U girls (2024).

My coaching style blends enjoyment with clear instruction, creating
sessions that are both engaging and effective. The most rewarding
aspect is seeing players develop their skills.