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🏆 Gary Leech Receives AATC Outstanding Service Award

The Australasian Academy of Tennis Coaches is proud to recognise Gary Leech with the AATC Outstanding Service Award in celebration of our 15th Anniversary.

Gary has made an extraordinary contribution to tennis coaching over many decades. Through his work with Velocity Tennis, he has inspired countless players and coaches with his passion for player development, coach education and his willingness to share knowledge with others.

His professionalism, integrity and commitment to growing the game have earned him the respect of coaches both in Australia and internationally. Gary has always been generous with his time, supportive of fellow coaches and dedicated to helping others become the best they can be.

This award recognises not only Gary's outstanding contribution to coaching, but also the lasting impact he has had on the tennis community and the many lives he has influenced throughout his career.

On behalf of everyone at AATC and our international education partner, GroupESTESS, congratulations Gary on this well-deserved recognition.

Thank you for your continued service to tennis coaching support of the AATC Coach Education Programs, working with our international coaches and for being such a valued member of our coaching family.

👏 Congratulations Gary!
Gary Leech Velocity Tennis Coaching ESTESS Tennis Academy

📢 AATC Members – Important Statement from GroupESTESS

Dear AATC Members,

Please take a moment to read the attached official statement from our international education partner, GroupESTESS Professional Teaching & Coaching Accreditation (GPTCA), regarding the GPTCA trademark.

The statement has been issued to provide clarity for coaches, clubs, federations and sporting organisations worldwide regarding the authorised use of the GPTCA name and trademark, and to help avoid confusion within the international coaching community.

As a recognised education partner of GroupESTESS, the Australasian Academy of Tennis Coaches (AATC) believes it is important that our members are kept informed of updates relating to our international accreditation pathways and partnerships.

If you have any questions regarding GPTCA accreditation, certification or authorised use of the GPTCA trademark, please feel free to contact GroupESTESS.

Thank you for your continued professionalism and support.

ESTESS Tennis Academy

🎾 Welcome to the AATC Family! 🎾

A fantastic weekend of learning, coaching and plenty of tennis at our Melbourne Introduction to Tennis Coaching Course.

Across the two days, our coaches explored the fundamentals of tennis coaching, including:

✅ Coaching philosophy
✅ Stroke fundamentals
✅ Ball feeding
✅ Error detection and correction
✅ Lesson planning
✅ Games and activities
✅ Player development pathways

There were plenty of discussions, practical sessions and opportunities to get out on court and put theory into practice.

Despite some challenging weather at times, everyone showed great enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.

One of the key takeaways from the weekend was that common errors are your friend. The better you understand why players make common errors, the better equipped you are to identify, correct and develop them as a coach.

Congratulations to everyone who participated. We look forward to following your coaching journey and welcoming you into the growing AATC coaching community.

Interested in becoming a tennis coach?

Join us at one of our upcoming courses and take the first step towards a rewarding career in coaching.

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ESTESS Tennis Academy Narre Warren Tennis Club Cranbourne Tennis Club Mad Athletes Tennis and Fitness Gary Leech Lynton Michael J Joseph Paul Kleverlaan iTennis Coaching Academy Velocity Tennis Coaching Paul Osborne

🚨 TWO PLACES REMAINING! 🚨

Thinking about becoming a tennis coach?

Now is the time to secure your place on this weekend's AATC Development Coach Course in Melbourne.

🎾 Melbourne Development Coach Course
📅 Saturday 4 July & Sunday 5 July

This internationally recognised course is perfect for:
✅ New coaches
✅ Parents wanting to help at their club
✅ Assistant coaches
✅ Players looking to start a coaching career
✅ Anyone wanting to improve their coaching knowledge and confidence

What you'll receive:
🎾 Practical, hands-on coaching education
📚 Coaching resources
🌏 Internationally recognised qualification
👨‍🏫 Learn from experienced presenters and tennis business owners
🚀 Pathways to future coaching opportunities in Australia and overseas

Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your future and join the next generation of coaches.

📍 Melbourne
📅 4–5 July

🎟️ Register now before registrations close!

https://www.classhub.com.au/secure/registration?providerAlias=aatc&classId=3FBAE9FF-CBF1-4F93-B322-BBB0DEFBD88A

Learn locally. Coach globally.

ESTESS Tennis Academy Paul Kleverlaan Gary Leech Paul Osborne Mad Athletes Tennis and Fitness Velocity Tennis Coaching iTennis Coaching Academy Elite Tennis Academy Top Tennis Jesse Laino Lynton Michael J Joseph Narre Warren Tennis Club Cranbourne Tennis Club Voyager Tennis Cliff Lubbe

At our recent Global AATC Awards Night in Hyderabad🌍🏆The AATC International Coach of the Year inducted. 🏆🌍
This award recognises a coach whose impact extends beyond borders, someone who has demonstrated outstanding leadership, professionalism, player development, and a commitment to growing the game internationally.
Through passion, hard work, and dedication to coaching excellence, this year’s recipient has made a significant contribution to the global tennis community and continues to inspire players and coaches alike. 🎾
👏 Congratulations to Adam Feeney, winner of the AATC International Coach of the Year Award at our AATC Awards Night and 15th Anniversary Celebration! Presented by AATC CEO Lynton Michael J Joseph
Adam’s contribution to international coach development, player mentoring, and the promotion of tennis across multiple pathways makes him a truly deserving recipient of this prestigious award.
Thank you, Adam, for your continued support of AATC and for the positive impact you continue to make within the global coaching community. 🌟
Voyager Tennis Adam Feeney ESTESS Tennis Academy Lynton Michael J Joseph

🎾 Welcome Coach Shantanu Rajput 🇦🇺

We are excited to welcome Coach Shan to Australia and to the AATC and Elite Tennis Academy coaching team.

Shan is a high performance tennis coach with more than 15 years of experience in competitive tennis and athlete development. Throughout his career, he has coached across China, India, and Malaysia, working with players ranging from beginner juniors through to athletes competing internationally.

His coaching focuses on technical and tactical development, tournament preparation, match analysis, and creating structured training environments that allow players to improve consistently over time. Alongside leading squads and private coaching programs, Shan is passionate about helping athletes develop discipline, confidence, mindset, and long term growth both on and off the court.

Known for being approachable, detail-oriented, and deeply invested in his players, we know Shan will make a fantastic contribution to our coaching environment and community.

We look forward to seeing the positive impact he will have with our players, programs, and coaching team.

Welcome to Australia, Coach Shan 🎾

East Coburg Tennis Club

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First morning action underway at the AATC Tennis Coaching Course in Kolkata 🇮🇳🎾
The energy has been fantastic, the courts are buzzing, and the temperature… well… let’s just say it’s hotter than a vindaloo with extra chilli 🌶️🔥😅
Despite the heat, our coaches have brought outstanding enthusiasm, great questions and plenty of effort to the opening sessions. Hydration levels are high, shirts are already soaked, and the learning is flowing both on and off the court.
A huge welcome again to all participants. We are looking forward to helping develop the next generation of tennis coaches in India.
Learn Locally. Coach Globally. 🌏
Frank Bruinsma Lynton Michael J Joseph ESTESS Tennis Academy
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