Start close to the net.
I use plenty of mini-tennis to make the court manageable and build comfortable, repeatable rallies.
TENNIS LESSONS · $59.00 / HALF HOUR · $89.00 / HOUR
The best way to get good at tennis is to play.
The best way to play a lot is to love the sport.
Lessons take place at Westlake High School tennis courts — 1390 Westbank Dr, Austin, TX 78746.
THREE BALLS. TWO PLAYERS.
I use plenty of mini-tennis to make the court manageable and build comfortable, repeatable rallies.
If you are just starting, Henry feeds toward the contact point that feels comfortable for you, giving you a useful ball to practice with.
As your confidence grows, cooperative rallies become more challenging. The pace and placement change with your ability, so you have something achievable to work toward.
BUILD A FOUNDATION FOR ENJOYING TENNIS
Work on getting into position, recovering after a shot, and choosing a manageable target.
Learn to notice what happened, choose one useful adjustment, and try again. A mistake gives you something to learn from.
Practice handling frustration, staying engaged, and making clear decisions on court. Build confidence alongside your rally.
Beginners who want to enjoy tennis, build confidence and spend more time playing. Tell me about your experience and what you would like to work on.
Henry focuses on rallying, footwork, decisions, managing emotions and understanding mistakes. He is largely self-taught on groundstrokes and does not offer formal groundstroke technique instruction. He has received coaching on volleys and can share that guidance.
Rallying is the focus, with three balls in use. I also allow time for short explanations, collecting balls, water and rest as needed.
Choose 30 minutes for $59.00 or one hour for $89.00. Book at least 10 days ahead: Monday–Friday, 7–10 pm; weekends, 8 am–10 pm (Austin time). Choose an available time and submit your quote. I review the details and send an invoice before you pay. Lessons take place at Westlake High School tennis courts — 1390 Westbank Dr, Austin, TX 78746. I confirm what to bring and any weather or rescheduling arrangements.