Tennis Coaching Workshops & Events

Date: May 5, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM EST 

 

 

For employers and coaching job seekers alike, the USTA Coaching Virtual Career Fair connects employers directly with tennis coaches who are passionate about growing the game and ready to make an impact.

 

This free virtual event makes it easy for employers to meet potential hires, promote open roles and build your tennis coaching pipeline, without the cost or logistics of in-person recruiting.

 

Job seekers, you can explore coaching roles, make meaningful connections, and take the next step in your career, no matter where you are in your journey.

Presenters: Satoshi Ochi, Kenny Palmer and Tara Collingwood

Moderator: Ta Karra Jones

Date: May 6, 2026; 12:00 - 1:00 ET 

 

 

How many hours a week do you spend "pushing through" hip or shoulder pain? For tennis coaches, chronic pain and agility loss are an unspoken reality of a career demanding high-volume repetition and rotation. We meticulously care for our players' bodies, but often neglect our own.

 

This USTA Player Development and USTA Coaching web event breaks the silence on the physical toll of coaching. Moving beyond the "tough it out" culture, we'll offer a science-based conversation on managing compensatory injuries, nutrition/ hydration, reclaiming your movement and ensuring your expertise stays on the court for the long haul. We will also discuss essential recovery tactics and strategies for maintaining long-term physical health.

Conversation Lead: Ahsha Rolle

Date: May 7, 2026 at 12:00 - 1:00 ET 

 

 

Join Ahsha Rolle, Executive Director of the Cary Leeds Center and former WTA Top 100 professional, for a focused session on high-level tennis management. Drawing on 15+ years of elite experience, Ahsha will share strategies for managing diverse coaching staffs, fostering a culture of professional excellence and balancing high-performance training with equitable community access. Learn how to translate on-court expertise into effective leadership that empowers your team and expands opportunities for the next generation of players and coaches.

Presenters: Len Simard KK&W and KK&W Team Members 
Moderator: Jim Stockwell 
Date: May 12, 2026; 12:00 - 2:00 ET

 

 

In an increasingly competitive job market in the Private Club Setting, standing out requires a sophisticated, multi-dimensional approach to your professional identity. This comprehensive three-hour intensive, led by the executive search experts at KK&W, provides a masterclass in modern career positioning tailored for racquets professionals. The session explores the critical pillars of personal brand development, stage-specific résumé strategies and LinkedIn optimization designed to maximize industry visibility. By peeling back the curtain on how hiring committees and boards actually evaluate candidates, this event empowers you to align your professional narrative with the high-level expectations of the industry's premier clubs.

 

Refine your brand, optimize your presence and master the art of being the candidate that boards can't ignore.

 

***This workshop is limited to 25 seats.***

Presenters: Dr. Larry Lauer, Elizma Nortje

Moderator: Mihaela Coreanu 

Date: May 14, 2026; 12:00 - 1:00 ET 

 

 

In today’s competitive landscape, the "mental game" can no longer be a separate 20-minute lecture at the end of practice. To develop champions, coaches must weave psychological fortitude into every drill. Join Dr. Larry Lauer and Elizma Nortje, two world-renowned experts, as we bridge the gap between developmental science and on-court performance. 

 

This online event will provide USTA coaches with actionable strategies to build "A-Game" mindsets, foster deep connections with athletes and navigate the pressure-cooker environment of junior competition. During the session, Dr. Lauer will discuss the Four-Step Between-Point Routine to help players reset and refocus, while Elizma Nortje will explore "The Language of Coaching," focusing on transitioning from "don’t-based" language to growth-oriented cues to diminish a player's fear of failure.

Presenters: Andrew Robinson and Alex Chan

Moderator: Ta Karra Jones

Date: May 19, 2026; 12:00 - 1:00 ET 

 

 

Join USTA Coaching to elevate your social media presence and impact. We’ll dive into proven best practices and high-performing content strategies to ensure your social channels aren’t just active, but truly succeeding.

 

From refining your voice to mastering engagement, you’ll walk away with a clear roadmap to better connect with players and grow your coaching brand.

Conversation Lead: Rebecca Falkner Axelrod

Date: May 26, 2026; 12:00 - 1:00 ET 

 

 

Join Rebecca Falkner Axelrod (Executive Director, USTA Heart of America) for an expert look at growing the game through inclusive programming and community outreach.

 

About the Speaker: A leader in tennis advocacy, Rebecca serves on the USTA National Adaptive Committee and the ACEing Autism Board. A USTA Coaching professional, PTR Level 2 Certified Coach and MSLB graduate from ASU’s Selig Sports Law program, she was the 2023 USTA Southwest Community Volunteer of the Year and leads the award-winning Heartland Wheelchair Classic.

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.

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.

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.