JUNIOR TENNIS DEVELOPMENT BEYOND THE COURT.
Becoming a stronger tennis player takes more than time on the court. At BEST Academy in Norcross, Georgia, we bring together structured training, match play, individual development goals, and online learning resources to help young athletes build technique, confidence, and a deeper understanding of the game.
DEVELOPING BETTER PLAYERS. BUILDING STRONGER INDIVIDUALS.
Every young athlete brings different strengths, challenges, and goals to the court. Our approach helps players understand their game, identify opportunities, and develop the habits needed to make meaningful progress — emphasizing problem-solving, goal setting, and personal responsibility alongside technical and tactical training.
“Tennis players are problem solvers as much as they are athletes.”
SIX PILLARS. ONE COMPLETE APPROACH.
GOAL SETTING
Meaningful progress starts with a clear direction. Players take ownership of their development by identifying goals and connecting larger ambitions with realistic, achievable objectives — building the habits and consistent effort that lead to improvement.
CLEAR GOALS. PURPOSEFUL PRACTICE.
PROBLEM SOLVING
Tennis is a game of constant decisions. Training connects technical skills with tactical awareness, helping players recognize patterns, adapt to opponents, and become more confident, independent decision-makers during competitive play.
READ THE GAME. ADAPT WITH CONFIDENCE.
OPTIMUM TECHNIQUE
Effective technique is the foundation of consistent tennis. Players develop reliable strokes, efficient movement, and the ability to adjust to different ball speeds, court positions, and playing styles — skills they can rely on during actual matches.
SOLID FUNDAMENTALS. ADAPTABLE TECHNIQUE.
MENTAL TRAINING
Tennis challenges the mind as much as the body. Coaches emphasize focus, effort, attitude, intensity, and resilience — helping players manage frustration, learn from setbacks, and approach competition with composure and confidence.
FOCUS. RESILIENCE. CONFIDENCE UNDER PRESSURE.
ONLINE WORKOUTS
Player development continues beyond scheduled lessons. Online workouts support physical preparation and consistent practice habits, helping athletes build independence and take active ownership of their improvement beyond the court.
INDEPENDENT TRAINING. STRONGER HABITS.
VIDEO CONSULTING
Seeing a technical adjustment is often the fastest way to understand it. Video consulting connects coaching instruction with visual feedback, helping players recognize opportunities for improvement and translate instruction into practical changes.
VISUAL FEEDBACK. SMARTER DEVELOPMENT.
YOUR DEVELOPMENT DOESN'T STOP WHEN PRACTICE ENDS.
The online training portal extends our coaching approach beyond scheduled lessons with an extensive library of instructional tennis videos. Players revisit concepts, reinforce techniques, and continue learning at their own pace — taking greater ownership of their progress.
Instructional Video Library
Video-based instruction that reinforces important concepts and supports continued learning between sessions.
Learning Between Lessons
Revisit techniques and training ideas outside scheduled court sessions to build greater familiarity and understanding.
Independent Development
Develop stronger practice habits and take a more active role in personal improvement.
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STRUCTURED PRACTICE. REAL MATCH EXPERIENCE.
Consistent on-court training develops technique, movement, and tactical understanding. Match play gives players opportunities to apply those skills where decisions must be made independently. BEST Academy combines regular training sessions with dedicated match-play to connect practice with performance.
Monday – Thursday
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Saturday — Match Play
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
FIND THE RIGHT NEXT STEP.
Every player has a different starting point. A player evaluation is an opportunity to connect with our coaching team and discuss your child's experience, strengths, and goals — and explore how the academy's approach fits their development.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
BEST Academy combines on-court instruction with a broader approach to development — technique and match play plus goal setting, problem-solving, mental preparation, online workouts, and video-based learning resources.
BEST Academy — Hudlow Tennis Center
Norcross, Georgia · 2051 Old Rockbridge Road, Norcross, GA 30071
GET DIRECTIONSGROW YOUR GAME. KEEP MOVING FORWARD.
Through purposeful coaching, match play, mental preparation, and online learning resources, young athletes gain the tools and guidance to keep improving. Connect with our coaching team to explore their next step.