Coaching
Our head coach Ryan Coffey has played tennis for 19 years and was born and raised in Cairns. Played in the QAS for 3 years travelling to National junior tournaments all over Australia. Went on to play and captain QLD schools team before making the Australian merit team.
Moved to America on a full scholarship playing in a No.1 in the Nation ranked Junior College team, making 4 individual and team national titles in 2 years. Transferred to Hawaii and played a further 2 years winning MVP title and Graduating with a Bachelors in Exercise science. Coached the college team for a year before moving back home to Far North Queensland.
Ryan previously enjoyed working for Tennis Queensland as the Community Tennis Officer for a year a half before becoming the head coach at both Earlville Tennis Club and Redlynch Valley Tennis Club.
Ryan has played the previous 3 years in the Cairns Pro Tour Qualifications and 1 main draw. Won 2 opens titles last year and competed in the Queensland Money Race at the Brisbane International. Currently the top ranked player in Far North Queensland.
Currently a junior development level coach and coaching approx. 90 kids with 4-5 kids that are at the top of their respective age groups.
As a coach Ryan strives to get the kids to the best of their abilities whilst keeping them in the sport. Giving them every opportunity they could want to get them to the level they desire.
Ph: Ryan on 0447 778 055 or email rct_coach@hotmail.com for enquiries.
Junior coaching sessions run at Earlville Tennis Club currently on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons.
Development Squad training on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursday & Friday mornings.
Private lessons also available upon request.
Please refer to attached schedule for more information on classes.