coach julia
I’ve been lucky enough to play tennis for over 20 years, and I truly believe it’s one of the most rewarding sports out there—when you have the right mindset. Growing up surrounded by competition, I’ve seen both the thrill and the toll it can take. For a long time, I thought I was battling opponents across the net, but I eventually realized the toughest competition was in my own head.
Tennis is a sport anyone can learn—grasp the technique, drill the footwork—but sticking with it through the frustration, the missed shots, and the tough days takes real grit. That’s why I bring a lot of positive energy and encouragement to every practice. To me, the most important part of learning anything is enjoying it. If you’re having fun, you’ll keep showing up—and that’s when the magic happens.
College player summary
I think for a lot of athletes, after doing something for so long the sport can start to feel stale and monotonous, and you may lose a little motivation. I was definitely one of those people. I played singles and doubles at a Division 2 University in Pennsylvania on athletic scholarship all four years. While 2 of my eligible years were cut short due to the Covid-19 pandemic, my perspective around tennis shifted. Everyone was isolated, but I was lucky enough to have a wall that I could hit against every day for hours just to have something to do. I felt extremely fortunate for my health at that time and wanted to make it a point when we finally got to play our first match in 2021 to enjoy the last time I had with my team, win or lose, I’m going to come off the court in a good mood! We only played 10 conference matches total the last 2 years of college and my amazing doubles partner and I finished with a 8-2 record. Anyway, I graduated college still enjoying my sport, so that’s a win for me!
post graduation
I graduated University with a BS in Computer Science in 2021, and took a break from tennis to work as a software engineer developing internal financial web applications. I love to learn new technologies and work on both professional and personal projects in my spare time!
Work Experience
Self Employed February 2024 – Present
Tennis Instructor Dallas, TX
- Teach 20+ hours of junior and adult private lessons with ages ranging from 6-60
- Working with a range of goals including high performance junior players looking to play high school and college tennis to adults seeking to increasing mobility and cardio.
- Develop tailored training programs that emphasize technical improvement and match strategy.
- Foster a positive and patient coaching environment, consistently receiving excellent feedback from students and parents.
- Helped students achieve visible improvement in tournaments, rankings and overall records through structured training and match preparation.
Lehigh Country Club August 2020 — December 2020
Tennis Coach Allentown, PA
- Led group clinics and private lessons for players ages 5 to 18, focusing on skill development, match play, and tennis fundamentals.
- Designed and executed beginner, intermediate, and advanced-level training programs, improving players’ technique, strategy, and overall performance.
- Provided individualized coaching to refine strokes, footwork, and match tactics, helping students build confidence on the court.
- Organized drills, point-play exercises, and match simulations to prepare players for recreational and competitive play.
Northampton Country Club June 2019 – August 2019
Tennis Camp Assistant Easton, PA
- Assisted in running tennis clinics and drills for junior players ages 5-15, focusing on skill development, sportsmanship, and a love for the game.
- Provided hands-on instruction in fundamentals, footwork, and match play, helping young athletes improve their technique and confidence.
- Contributed 20+ hours per week, ensuring a fun, structured, and engaging learning environment for all participants.
- Supported head coaches in organizing group activities, drills, and match simulations, promoting teamwork and competitive spirit.
Reviews
Julia is lovely to work with. Personable and focuses on form, which I appreciate. Looking forward to more sessions!
— Kate P.
So patient and really broke down the moves for me. As someone who is not at all that coordinated, I appreciate understanding the swing bit by bit. She used fun analogies too which is helpful for learning something new!
— Lauren O.
What an amazing time!! Extremely knowledgeable, encouraging and upbeat coach. My first lesson was better than I could’ve dreamed.
— Marc D.
Patient, empathetic and super knowledgeable. Great starter lesson and look forward to more sessions!
— Deepack T.
I’ve had an amazing experience learning tennis with Coach Julia. She’s incredibly patient and has helped me correct many of my bad habits, which has taken me from a complete beginner to nearly an intermediate level. Her lessons are not only effective but also really enjoyable — they’re truly the highlight of my week. Julia’s friendly and encouraging teaching style makes it easy to stay motivated and keep improving. Highly recommended!
-Meizi O.
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