Swing into action with Metro Tennis

Fun. Friendly. Local Tennis Coaching in Southfields, Wimbledon and across South-West London.

Private and group tennis coaching for all ages and abilities

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Tennis for everyone

A first hit, a fresh challenge or a little extra support β€” find your place on court with Metro Tennis.

Adults

Beginner, improver and advanced coaching, through friendly group sessions or private lessons.

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Children & juniors

Fun sessions that build confidence, coordination and tennis skills, with coaching to suit different stages of development.

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Schools

Bring tennis into the school day with curriculum sessions, lunchtime and after-school clubs, plus INSET-day activities.

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Inclusive & SEND

Supportive coaching adapted to different abilities and needs, helping more people enjoy tennis and feel confident on court.

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Where we coach

Two local clubs. One friendly coaching team. Find your next session in Southfields, Wandsworth or the Wimbledon area.

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Southfields Lawn Tennis Club

Southfields / Wandsworth Β· SW18

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The Gardens Lawn Tennis Club

Southfields / Wimbledon Β· SW19

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Tennis Tips & Expert Advice from Metro Tennis Coaches

Improve your game with professional insights from our LTA qualified coaches in South London

🎾 Essential Tennis Tips for Beginners

Starting your tennis journey? Our South London coaches share the fundamentals every beginner should master:

  • Grip correctly: Continental grip for serves, Eastern for groundstrokes
  • Watch the ball: Track it from opponent's racket to your strings
  • Footwork first: Position yourself before every shot
  • Follow through: Complete your swing for power and control
  • Practice regularly: Consistency builds muscle memory

Join our beginner sessions at Southfields every Saturday from 12:00–1:00 pm to learn these skills with expert guidance!

πŸ‘Ά Teaching Kids Tennis: Parent's Guide

Metro Tennis specializes in children's coaching from age 3+. Here's how to support your child's tennis development:

  • Make it fun: Focus on enjoyment, not winning
  • Right equipment: Junior rackets sized for their height
  • Age-appropriate balls: Red (3-5yrs), Orange (5-8yrs), Green (9-11yrs)
  • Consistent practice: Weekly sessions build confidence
  • Positive encouragement: Celebrate effort, not just results

Our Tots sessions (Wed 3:15pm & Sat 9am) use proven LTA Youth methods to develop coordination and love of the game.

πŸ† Improving Your Tennis Game: Intermediate Tips

Already playing regularly? Take your game to the next level with these coaching insights:

  • Develop shot variety: Add slice, topspin, and drop shots
  • Court positioning: Master baseline and net play
  • Strategic serving: Vary placement, not just power
  • Mental game: Stay focused between points
  • Match practice: Apply skills in competitive settings

Our intermediate sessions (Wed 6pm, Thu 7:30pm at Southfields) focus on tactical development and match play scenarios.

πŸ’ͺ Tennis Fitness & Injury Prevention

Stay healthy and perform your best with these tips from our coaching team:

  • Warm up properly: 5-10 minutes dynamic stretching before play
  • Strengthen core: Planks and rotational exercises improve power
  • Hydrate well: Drink water before, during, and after sessions
  • Rest & recover: Allow time between intense sessions
  • Listen to your body: Don't play through pain

All Metro Tennis sessions include proper warm-up routines and technique coaching to minimize injury risk.

πŸŽ“ Why Choose LTA Qualified Coaches?

Understanding coaching qualifications helps you choose the right tennis program:

  • Level 2: Support coaches for group sessions and Beginner Private sessions
  • Level 3: Run independent coaching programs (our minimum standard)
  • Level 4: Advanced technical and tactical coaching
  • Level 5: Master/Performance coaches for competitive players

MetroTennis only hires high quality coaches, with our founder Metro holding Level 5 candidate status. Quality coaching accelerates improvement!

🎾 Racket Stringing: Why It Matters

Regular restringing is crucial for optimal performance. Tennis strings lose tension over time, directly affecting your power, control, and feel.

⚠️ Why Restring Regularly:

  • Lost tension: Strings lose 10-15% tension within 24 hours of stringing
  • Reduced power: Old strings = less trampoline effect = weaker shots
  • Poor control: Worn strings don't grip the ball properly during spin
  • Arm injuries: Dead strings increase shock and vibration on your arm
  • Inconsistent play: String tension affects every shot you hit

πŸ’‘ The Restring Rule:

Restring as many times per year as you play per week.
Play 3x/week? β†’ Restring 3x/year minimum.

All Things Tennis offers professional stringing service with same-day turnaround. Ask your MetroTennis coach for string recommendations!

πŸ’· MetroTennis Stringing Service

Professional racket restringing by our expert coaches - convenient pickup/delivery at training sessions!

Our Stringing Prices:

Labor Only (Your Strings)

Bring your own string, we do the work

Β£17.00

Synthetic Gut

Best for beginners & recreational players

Β£25.00

Polyester

Popular with intermediate & advanced players

Β£28.00

Multi-Filament

Soft feel, arm-friendly option

Β£30.00

Hybrid

Poly mains + multi crosses for control & comfort

Β£30.00

Order Stringing Service β†’

βœ… Convenient pickup at sessions | Expert tension advice from coaches | Quality Tecnifibre strings

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🎾 Expert Racket Advice & Equipment Partnership

Get the right equipment for your tennis journey

Why the Right Racket Matters:

  • Junior players: Correct racket size prevents bad habits and injury
  • Adult beginners: Right weight and balance makes learning easier
  • Improvers/Intermediate: Upgrade when ready to improve power and control
  • Advanced players: Fine-tune specs for your game style

🀝 Our Partners: All Things Tennis

We're proud to be affiliated with All Things Tennis, located just a few minutes' walk from Southfields Lawn Tennis Club.

Why visit All Things Tennis?
βœ… Expert racket stringing service
βœ… Wide range of rackets for all ages and levels
βœ… Tennis shoes, clothing, and accessories
βœ… Professional fitting and advice
βœ… Special discounts for MetroTennis students
βœ… Convenient location near Southfields LTC

πŸ‘Ÿ The Dangers of Wrong Tennis Shoes

Wearing the wrong footwear is one of the biggest injury risks in tennis. Unlike running shoes, tennis requires lateral movement support and court-specific grip.

⚠️ Risks of wearing non-tennis shoes:
❌ Ankle sprains: Running shoes lack lateral support for side-to-side movement
❌ Knee injuries: Poor cushioning on hard courts causes joint stress
❌ Slipping: Wrong sole patterns = reduced grip = falls
❌ Court damage: Black rubber soles mark indoor courts (banned at many clubs)

βœ… Proper tennis shoes provide:

  • Reinforced toe caps for durability during serves
  • Lateral support for quick directional changes
  • Court-specific outsoles (clay, hard court, or all-court)
  • Cushioning designed for tennis movement patterns

All Things Tennis stocks court-appropriate tennis shoes for all ages!

Adidas Barricade 13

Adidas Barricade 13

Β£94.99

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Prince Tour Diablo

Prince Tour Diablo

Β£59.99 Β£260.00

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Adidas Freelift Polo Men's White

Adidas Freelift Polo

Β£29.99 Β£55.00

View Details β†’

Visit All Things Tennis for expert advice on rackets, shoes, and all your tennis equipment needs!

πŸ“Š Find Your Level: Which Group is Right for You?

Not sure which session to join? Choose your level based on your current abilities:

🟑 BEGINNER

You are a beginner if you:

  • Never played or very little
  • Can't consistently get ball over net
  • Don't know how to score
  • Struggle with technique
πŸ“… Book Saturday 12:00–1:00 pm at Southfields β†’

🟒 IMPROVER

You are an improver if you:

  • Rally 5-10 shots consistently
  • Know basic grips & scoring
  • Developing topspin
  • Can serve overarm
  • Play casual matches
πŸ“… View All Improver Sessions β†’

πŸ”΅ INTERMEDIATE

You are intermediate if you:

  • Rally 15+ shots
  • Consistent strokes + topspin/slice
  • Good serve placement
  • Understand tactics
  • Play club/league matches
πŸ“… Book Intermediate Sessions β†’

⚫ ADVANCED

You are advanced if you:

  • Play for club team or compete in tournaments
  • Powerful, tactical serve
  • Shot variety & strategy
  • Strong net game
  • County/regional ranking
πŸ“… Book Advanced Sessions β†’

πŸ’‘ Not sure which level? Email enquiries@metrotennis.co.uk and we'll help you find the perfect group.

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