Private Tennis Lesson Providers in Columbus, OH Compared
We Contacted 10 Columbus Tennis Facilities. Here's What We Found.
Compare the best private tennis lesson options in Columbus to make sure you find the perfect option at the best price.
Our goal at MyTennisLessons has always been to make it as easy as possible for students to find a private tennis coach. Unfortunately, finding a private tennis coach in Columbus isn’t always as straightforward as we believe it should be. We took the time to research the local market and compare the offers available to our own. We did so by calling facilities, speaking with front desks, staff, and tennis directors, and documenting the booking process from a student perspective. Here are our findings.
Why Choose MyTennisLessons
After researching the Columbus private tennis lesson market, we think MyTennisLessons is the most straightforward way to find and book a private coach in the city. No phone tag, no pricing guesswork, no membership requirements.
For players who want personalized tennis coaching without navigating club waitlists or restricted membership policies MTL fits the bill. Private coaches and lessons available through MyTennisLessons are often the easiest way to start taking tennis lessons in Columbus.
Lesson Locations
- Between public parks and school tennis courts there are 30+ options in Columbus alone
- Flexibility to choose from multiple local locations rather than being restricted to one location
- Coaches list their primary locations and radius they are willing to travel
- Coaches are available across neighborhoods including German Village, Short North, Dublin, Worthington, and Hilliard
- Popular lesson locations include:
- Goodale Park Tennis Courts
- Schiller Park Tennis Courts
- Wolfe Park Tennis Courts
- Jones Middle School Tennis Courts
- Thomas Worthington High School Tennis Courts
- Hastings Middle School Tennis Courts
- Olympic Indoor Tennis
No Membership Costs
- No monthly fees, court reservation fees, or hidden costs
- Checkout lesson package (6,12, 20) total is the only cost
- No requirement for ongoing memberships or rolling monthly auto-charges
- Designed to keep private lesson costs as affordable as possible
- Eliminates waitlists and extra facility charges
Ease of Signup
- Simple process: enter zip code, select a coach, and book online
- Removes the need to search extensively for pricing and availability
- Secure online checkout with transparent pricing
- Avoids awkward payment discussions or all cash payments after lessons
- Profiles display locations, qualifications, rates, and reviews so you can make informed coach decision before booking
- Payment is processed only after speaking with the coach and confirming lesson details
General Support
- Easy option to switch coaches if needed
- Multiple coaching options available within the city
- Ability to book additional lessons online once payment details are saved
- No need to call or email to change coaches, though support is available
- Direct customer support via [email protected] or phone for personalized assistance
Coach Options
Coach Jon G.
- Locations: Jones Middle School, Olympic Indoor Tennis
- Price: $88/hr
- Specializes In: Beginners, Intermediates, Advanced
- Experience: USPTA and PTR Certified. College Experience Certified. 20 years teaching, 48 years playing.
Two-time Ohio state high school singles champion. Full scholarship player at TCU and Ohio State, named All-Big Ten First Team. Voted one of the top 100 high school athletes in central Ohio for the entire 20th century by the Columbus Dispatch.
Coach Slava R.
- Locations: Thomas Worthington High School
- Price: $67/hr
- Specializes In: Beginner, Intermediates, Advanced
- Experience: 25 years teaching, 40 years playing
Originally from Ukraine, played tennis in high school and college. 343 completed lessons and 63 reviews on MTL.
Coach Fabricio M.
- Locations: Bethel, Columbus
- Price: $83/hr
- Specializes In: Beginners, Intermediates, Advanced
- Experience: USPTA and PTR Certified. 6 years teaching, 20 years playing. Experience
Coaching private lessons, group lessons, and played on the national tennis team.
Coach Rezvan N.
- Locations: Goodale Park, Schiller Park, Wolfe Park, Lincoln Tower Park, Ohio State University
- Price: $50/hr
- Specializes In: Beginners, Intermediates
- Experience: 2 years teaching, 12 years playing
Varsity team captain in high school. Tournament wins including A-Doubles Queen City Open 2021 and A-Singles Runner Up Columbus Classic 2023.
Coach Justin S.
- Locations: Thomas Worthington High School, Hastings Middle School, Dublin Coffman High School
- Price: $67/hr
- Specializes In: Beginners, Intermediates
- Experience: 1 year teaching, 6 years playing
Varsity tennis player and football player. College and law school graduate. Focuses on fundamentals, strategy, and competitive spirit.
What We Found When We Contacted Columbus's Tennis Facilities
To understand how Columbus’s private lesson market actually works, we contacted 12 local facilities and tennis providers. After trying and often failing to get in contact with providers, we found the below facilities in Columbus are the options when it comes to taking private tennis lessons.
Scarborough East Tennis Club
Scarborough East Tennis Club is one of the more established racquet clubs in Columbus, known across the city for its well-rounded program and reasonable pricing. The club offers a mix of indoor and outdoor courts and serves players from complete beginners to high-level juniors.
Coach Options
- Multiple coaches on staff serving all levels including beginners, adults, and competitive juniors
- Strong junior development program
- Each coach works within a different framework — the club will match you with a pro based on your level and availability
- One of the more reasonably priced facilities in the Columbus area per the club's own description
Lesson Locations
- Single location
- 8 indoor courts and 4 outdoor courts (outdoor availability subject to construction)
- Lessons offered year-round
Membership Costs
- No membership required to take lessons
- Private lessons: $80/hour for non-members
- Half-hour sessions: $45 for non-members
- Annual membership available at $250 (Sept 1–Aug 31) with member discounts
How to Sign Up
- Call the front desk and provide your name, availability, and level
- Front desk passes your information to the owner/manager who matches you with an available pro
- Can typically get started within a day or two if availability aligns
- Weekday late afternoons and evenings are the busiest times — weekday mornings offer the most flexibility
How to Get in Contact
- Call or visit Scarborough East Tennis Club to get matched with a coach
Racquet Club of Columbus
Racquet Club of Columbus is an all-indoor facility offering year-round tennis in a competitive environment. The club is open to the public for up to three lessons, after which membership is required.
Coach Options
- Multiple competitive coaches on staff
- All levels served from beginners to competitive juniors and adults
- Contact the director of tennis to get matched based on your level and goals
Lesson Locations
- Single location, all indoor courts
- Year-round availability
Membership Costs
- Open to the public for up to 3 lessons; membership required after that
- Private lesson rate: $82/hour
- Half-hour sessions: $41
How to Sign Up
- Contact the director of tennis directly to get matched with a coach and check availability
- Can typically get started within 2 days
- Weekends and weekday evenings are the most limited due to junior programming
- Membership required beyond the first three lessons
How to Get in Contact
- Call and ask to speak with the director of tennis
Olympic Indoor Tennis
Olympic Indoor Tennis is an indoor facility in Columbus that operates through a roster of independent coaches who set their own rates and schedules. The facility connects new students with a private lesson coordinator rather than booking directly.
Coach Options
- Independent coaches set their own rates — typically $70–$90/hour
- Experienced instructors, many with long teaching histories
- All levels served including beginners, juniors, and adults
Lesson Locations
- Primarily indoor; coaches move outdoors during summer months
- Year-round availability
- Single location
Membership Costs
- No membership required
- Pricing set by individual coaches: $70–$90/hour depending on the instructor
How to Sign Up
- Call the facility; provide your name, phone number, email, and best availability
- Information is passed to the private lesson coordinator who connects you with an available coach
- Good midday availability on weekdays; evenings between 4:30–8:30 PM and mornings 9 AM–noon are the busiest
How to Get in Contact
- Call Olympic Indoor Tennis to be connected with the private lesson coordinator
Wickertree Tennis Club
Wickertree Tennis Club is a well-regarded club with a strong junior program and a track record of producing state champions. The club currently has a waiting list for private lessons with no guaranteed timeline for new students.
Coach Options
- Multiple coaches available for all ages from 4 to 88
- Strong junior development focus — known for producing state champions
- Group clinics available for juniors as an alternative entry point
Lesson Locations
- Single location
- 8 indoor courts and 6 outdoor courts
- Year-round availability
Membership Costs
- Non-members welcome with an additional $10 guest fee
- Private lesson rate: $72/hour + $10 guest fee for non-members
How to Sign Up
- Currently operating on a waiting list — no guaranteed timeline for new private lesson students
- Juniors may have a better path by joining a group clinic first, then connecting with a coach on-court
- Call the front desk to be added to the waiting list
How to Get in Contact
- Call the front desk to join the waiting list or inquire about clinic enrollment
New Albany Tennis Center
New Albany Tennis Center requires new students to enroll in a clinic before private lessons are available. It is not possible to book a private lesson as a new student without first joining one of their group programs.
Coach Options
- Multiple pros on staff with varying rates
- All levels served from beginners to high-level players
- Coaches coordinate directly with students enrolled in clinics
Lesson Locations
- Single location
- Indoor courts with bubble through May, outdoor during summer
- Year-round programming
Membership Costs
- No membership required, though members receive discounts
- Private lesson rates: $82–$92/hour depending on the pro
- Semi-private lessons available
How to Sign Up
- Must enroll in a clinic first — private lessons are not available to new students without clinic enrollment
- Register online via the registrations tab on their website
- Call Monday through Friday before 4 PM to get set up with the right clinic
- Once enrolled, speak directly with a pro about private lesson availability
How to Get in Contact
- Register online, then call Monday–Friday before 4 PM
Champions Tennis Club
Champions Tennis Club is a membership-based club offering private lessons exclusively to members. Non-members are not able to book private lessons without joining first.
Coach Options
- Coaches serve all levels and ages
- Personalized coach matching based on level and goals
- Private and semi-private lessons both available
Lesson Locations
- Both indoor and outdoor courts
- Year-round programming
Membership Costs
- Membership required for private lessons
- Private lesson rates: $60/hour for non-members; $53/hour for members
- Rates may vary slightly by coach
How to Sign Up
- Contact the club to inquire about membership and check coach availability
- Most new players can get their first lesson within 1–2 weeks
- Weekday daytime slots open sooner; evenings and weekends book faster
- Cancellation slots sometimes available sooner for flexible students
How to Get in Contact
- Call or contact the club directly to discuss membership and scheduling
Other Facilities We Contacted in Columbus
Across the facilities we researched, a few issues came up frequently.
- Pricing was rarely posted upfront
- Many directed us to contact individual pros or tennis directors directly to get a rate
- Evening and weekend slots are hard to lock down across every facility
- Booking can only be done by back and forth conversations on phone calls or emails
- No online scheduling available
- Two facilities — Wickertree and New Albany — have significant barriers to entry: a waiting list and a mandatory clinic enrollment requirement respectively
This is exactly the process MyTennisLessons was built to replace.
Getting Started
To find a coach near you in Columbus, enter your zip code at MyTennisLessons.com. You’ll see available coaches in your area with their locations, credentials, rates, and reviews. In other words, everything you need to make an informed choice before you book.