expert coaches

Richard is the new Head Coach and Centre Manager of the North Shore Tennis Centre. He comes to us with 15years coaching experience from juniors & schools to full-time players & adults.

He believes in developing a sound technical base, while nurturing a positive learning environment for all his players. Backed by his range of experiences, qualifications & friendly nature, Richard will always help with any of your tennis goals!

Jedi has been honoured by Tennis Gear with the Coach of the Year award consecutively in 2022 and 2023, attesting to his exceptional coaching prowess. With a coaching tenure spanning 15 years, a decade of which was dedicated to coaching school children in Beijing, China, Coach Jedi has acquired extensive experience in tennis education.

Employing a holistic coaching approach, Coach Jedi goes beyond imparting on-court skills, emphasizing the importance of off-court elements such as rest and nutrition.

He subscribes to the belief that an athlete’s performance on the court represents merely the visible aspect of their endeavours, with the unseen efforts exerted day in and day out, both on and off the tennis court.Coach Jedi’s coaching expertise extends beyond the realm of tennis, having successfully guided professional athletes in sports nutrition.

Some of his proteges have achieved notable feats, including Guinness World Record Holder status, championships in Natural Bodybuilding Australia, and triumphs in International Adventure Racing and triathlon competitions.

In recognition of his expertise, Coach Jedi has been invited to serve as a resource person in sports nutrition at events in Brisbane and the Gold Coast scheduled for 2024.

Tyrone started playing tennis at the age of 3 at a local Brisbane club. He then completed and coached locally and internationally, running a successful private school tennis program in Brisbane for 9 years. During that time, he grew a program from the ground up with 400 students playing tennis. After that he began developing adult programs and training several young and upcoming players to become coaches.

Tyrone made the move over to Shaw Park in January and can be seen in the pro shop and out on court.

I believe that professionalism and passion are the foundations of a successful coachingenvironment. My approach instinctively fosters attention to detail and high consistency on the court. I amdedicated to creating a fun yet disciplined atmosphere where students can maximize their potential asplayers and grow as individuals.

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I believe in leading with passion, professionalism, and purpose. My approach is centred on creating an environment where people feel inspired, supported, and motivated to reach their full potential both on and off the court. I value teamwork, respect, and continuous growth, ensuring that every individual feels part of a positive and inclusive community.