Tennis Coaching Workshops & Events

Sharpen your tennis coaching skills with workshops offered throughout the country and online events tailored to your level of experience. These events are open to anyone who is currently coaching or who wants to get started:

Emerging/volunteer coaches
School coaches
Non-certified coaches assisting certified professionals
Volunteers
Parents
Grandparents
PE teachers
High school and/or college players assisting programs/camps

IN-PERSON WORKSHOPS

In-Person Workshops from USTA Coaching bring coaches on court to focus on the skills that matter most - on and off the court. Each workshop delivers hands-on learning, real-time feedback, and practical coaching strategies to help coaches confidently apply what they teach, all with the goal of creating positive tennis experiences.

Eligibility requirements may apply. Please review workshop eligibility before registering.

IN-PERSON EVENTS

As a part of the USTA Coaching community, you have the opportunity to participate in exciting events designed to help you connect you with fellow coaches and learn from tennis experts.

Coach Inclusion Summit

Date: June 12-14 at 4:00-6:00pm ET

Location: Plaza Tennis Center, Kansas City, MO

The Coach Inclusion Summit, hosted by USTA’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion team and powered by USTA Coaching, supports the growth and development of coaches at all levels and from all backgrounds — equipping you with the tools and resources to succeed, build inclusive environments and help your players thrive.

Join us in Kansas City for a three-day experience focused on elevating your coaching, expanding your perspective and strengthening your impact — both on and off the court.

The Coaches Open: Registration is Live!

Join us in NYC this August for our flagship event. Experience powerhouse keynote speakers, elite workshops, and exclusive networking, plus on-court demos at the iconic Louis Armstrong Stadium.

ONLINE EVENTS

Online Events from USTA Coaching bring members together with leading experts to tackle the topics that matter most—on and off the court. Each session delivers practical tools, fresh insights, and proven strategies for today’s coaches and parents, all with the goal of creating positive tennis experiences.

Upcoming
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Coach Conversations: Mastering the College Recruiting Process

Conversation Lead: Isis Gill-Reid

Date: June 17th, 2026; 12:00 - 1:00 ET

Join Isis Gill-Reid — Founder of SG Next Level Tennis and elite performance coach — for an essential session on navigating the college recruiting landscape. Drawing on her experience as a Division I athlete and coach to top-10 national recruits, Isis reveals the strategic blueprint for getting noticed, managing communications with coaches and securing a spot on a collegiate roster.

Girls Rule the Court

Presenters: Catie Dugan Vargas and Jacquelyn Kennedy-Russo

Moderator: Ta Karra Jones

Date: June 18, 2026; 12:00 - 1:00 ET

Join USTA Coaching for Girls Rule the Court™: Join the Movement, a dynamic online event dedicated to reshaping the tennis landscape for young female athletes. This session features two powerhouses in player development and program growth, Catie Dugan Vargas and Jacquelyn Kennedy-Russo, who will discuss the Mid-Atlantic's innovative program Girls Rule the Court™ (GRTC) and show you how you can bring this program to your area. This program is helping girls across the country build self-esteem, wellness and teamwork through tennis. GRTC is a program for girls ages 7 to 13, designed to promote health, wellness and teamwork. Led primarily by female mentors, coaches and organizers, GRTC teaches the basics of tennis, paired with social-emotional (SEL) principles. With a shortage of sports programs for girls and limited opportunities for women in coaching roles, this program addresses critical gaps.

Can't make it live? Register today to get the post-event recording.

Developing a Champion Mindset

Presenters: Dr. Michelle Cleere

Moderator: Ta Karra Jones

Date: June 25, 2026; 12:00 - 1:00 ET

Join Dr. Michelle Cleere for this USTA Coaching Online web event: Developing a Champion Mindset. In this session, Dr. Cleere explores the psychological foundations of peak performance, moving beyond technical skills to focus on the mental fortitude required for competitive success. Coaches will learn how to help athletes cultivate deep-rooted resilience, unwavering self-belief and a growth-oriented approach to pressure. By integrating these mental performance strategies into daily training, you can empower your players to navigate the highs and lows of the game with the composure and confidence of a true champion.

Can't make it live? Register today to get the post-event recording.

Coach Conversations: From the IDD Badge to Practice

Presenters: Marcy Hirshberg, Miles Vidreiro, and Alexander Xavier Sanchez

Moderator: Jaime Oppelander

Date: July 9, 2026; 12:00 - 1:00 ET

Join Marcy Hirshberg, Chair of the USTA National Adaptive Committee, Miles Vidreiro, Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Senior Manager with ACEing Autism, and Alexander Xavier Sanchez, Coach at Junior Tennis Champions Center (JTCC) in College Park, for Coach Conversation: From the IDD Badge to Practice, a dynamic session exploring the real-world impact of the IDD Coaching Badge on USTA Coaching. Hear and join the conversation directly with fellow coaches as they share what resonated most from the course and how they successfully applied strategies like routines, visuals, and communication support on court. We’ll dive into honest discussions about what worked, the challenges of implementation, and the specific tools that sparked the most growth for their athletes. Whether you are new to the IDD Coaching or looking to refine your approach, this conversation offers practical problem-solving and peer connection to help you elevate your coaching immediately.

Coach Conversations: Conectando Oportunidades: Cómo Acceder a Recursos y Fondos en el Ecosistema de USTA

Presenters: Mavi Sanchez-Skakle

Moderator: Allan Jensen

Date: July 14, 2026; 12:00 - 1:00 ET

Este taller brindará una guía práctica sobre las oportunidades de financiamiento y recursos disponibles dentro del ecosistema de USTA para apoyar el crecimiento y la sostenibilidad de programas y organizaciones. Exploraremos estrategias para fortalecer iniciativas que amplían el acceso, la participación y el impacto a la comunidad a través del tenis.

Marketing Inclusion: Making Adapted Tennis Part of Your Facilities

Presenters: Nancy Sobecks, Nancy Wilkins, and Jessica Bamman

Moderator: Evan Enquist

Date: July 16, 2026; 12:00 - 1:00 ET

Join Nancy Sobecks, Owner of Center Court Tennis Club and President of Thrive Through Tennis Foundation, Nancy Wilkins, Director of Tennis Operations at RiverWinds, and Jessica Bamman, Founder and Director of Dream Court Inc., for a focused discussion on how club and park leaders are transforming their facilities by making adapted tennis a core component of their identity. This session explores how embedding the Adapted Tennis Coaching principles into everyday programming—rather than treating it as a separate niche—boosts recruitment, retention, and community engagement. Our panel will share the essential steps taken to shift facility culture toward a "tennis for everybody" mindset and discuss the visible growth in coaching staff following the badge certification. Whether you are just beginning to build your inclusive offerings or looking to refine your current model, you will gain practical advice on creating a seamless, inclusive environment that resonates with your entire community.

Can't make it live? Register today to get the post-event recording.

Beat the Heat: How to Hydrate, Fuel, and Dominate this Summer

Presenters: Tara Collingwood

Moderator: Ta Karra Jones

Date: July 21, 2026; 12:00 - 1:00 ET

Some matches aren’t lost to skill, but rather they’re lost to dehydration, fatigue, and poor on-court fueling. In this actionable webinar, sports dietitian Tara Collingwood teaches tennis coaches exactly how to keep athletes hydrated, energized, and mentally sharp during long, hot matches with simple, science-backed strategies. Learn what to drink, when to fuel, and how to prevent mid-match crashes so your players can stay strong and perform at their peak from start to finish.

Can't make it live? Register today to get the post-event recording.

Why It Matters: A Parent Perspective on the Importance of Adaptive Coaching

Presenters: Katie Finke, Abi Esmerna Froehle, and Dana DeBuhr

Moderator: Evan Enquist

Date: July 23, 2026; 12:00 - 1:00 ET

Join us for Why It Matters: A Parent Perspective on the Importance of Adaptive Coaching, to discover the profound impact of inclusive programming through the eyes of those who value it most. This session features insights from Katie Finke (Director of Jr. Development at Five Star Tennis Center), Abi Esmerna Froehle (mom of a 12-year-old and a 16-year-old adaptive player), and Dana DeBuhr (Parent of an ATANC Athlete and mom of two adult daughters with disabilities). Together, they will share how access to trained, badge-aligned coaches makes it possible for the entire family to engage with tennis, moving beyond simple participation to a true sense of belonging. We will explore how knowledgeable coaching directly influences athlete success and how these programs transform the family dynamic by creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels at home. Coaches and facility leaders will gain unique insights into the long-term value of offering "whole-family" programming, providing a roadmap for building a community that families are eager to join—and stay with.

Can't make it live? Register today to get the post-event recording.

League of Extraordinary Growth: Driving Revenue and Player Loyalty

Date: 6/9/2026