Private Tennis Lesson Providers in Sacramento Compared
We Contacted 14 Sacramento Tennis Facilities. Here's What We Found.
Compare the best private tennis lesson options in Sacramento 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 Sacramento isn’t always as straightforward a 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento.
Lesson Locations
- Between public parks and school tennis courts there are 30+ options in Sacramento alone
- Flexibility to choose from multiple locations rather than being restricted to one venue
- Coaches list their main locations and travel radiuses
- Coaches are available across neighborhoods including Natomas, Carmichael, East Sacramento, and Fair Oaks
- Popular lesson locations include:
- McKinley Park
- Howe Park
- Glenn Hall Park
- River Pointe
- William McKinley Park
- Swanson Park
- Walnut Park (Davis, CA)
- Miller Park (Fair Oaks, CA)
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 cash transactions
- Profiles display locations, qualifications, rates, and reviews so you can make informed decisions 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 James O.
- Locations: River Pointe, McKinley Park, Walnut Park, Miller Park
- Price: $92/hr
- Specializes In: Beginners, Intermediates
- Experience: 31 years teaching, 51 years playing.
Trained under renowned coach John Nogrady at the Port Washington Tennis Academy. Has coached students who trained with top players in Barcelona.
Coach William M.
- Locations: Glenn Hall Park, William McKinley Park
- Price: $95/hr
- Specializes In: Beginners, Intermediates, Advanced
- Experience: USPTA Certified. 25 years teaching, 45 years playing
Career spanning Europe and the US, including the Italian Tennis Federation and ATP. Structured, psychological approach focused on performance under pressure.
Coach Natallie B.
- Locations: Howe Park, McKinley Park, Swanson Park, Shelfield Park (Carmichael, CA)
- Price: $85/hr
- Specializes In: Beginners, Intermediates
- Focus Areas: Progress tracking, fundamentals
Coach Arturo C.
- Locations: Howe Par, McKinney Park, Swanson Park, Shelfield Park
- Price: $85/hr
- Specializes In: Beginners, Intermediates
- Experience: Over a decade of tennis experience
Coach Robert A.
- Locations: Garcia Bend Park, Curtis Park, Sacramento City College, Joseph Reichmuth Park
- Price: $92/hr
- Specializes In: Beginners, Intermediates, Advanced
- Experience: USPTA and PTR Certified. 20 years experience
Coach Geoff M.
- Locations: Westlake Park
- Price: $138/hr
- Specializes In: Beginners, Intermediates, Advanced
- Experience: USPTA Certified. 52 years experience
What We Found When We Contacted Sacramento's Tennis Facilities
To understand how Sacramento’s private lesson market actually works, we contacted 14 local facilities and tennis providers. After trying and often failing to get in contact with providers, we found the below facilities in Sacramento are the options when it comes to taking private tennis lessons.
Del Norte Athletic Club
Del Norte calls themselves a “neighborhood club”. Most members take advantage of all options available such as group exercise classes, access to a pool, as well as pickleball and tennis courts.
Coach Options
- They have three coach options listed on their website, two with USPTA certifications
- Coaches are dependent on availability with classes and groups taking priority
- They have a junior tennis lesson program for ages 5 and up
Lesson Locations
- Del Norte Athletic Club is a singular location
- Address: 3040 Becerra Way, Sacramento, CA 95821
- 4 outdoor tennis courts
- Lessons are offered year-round on outdoor courts
Membership Costs
- Membership not required but members do get priority
- Private lessons are open to non-members at $90 per hour
- Semi-private lessons are also available at $90/hour plus $25 for a second person
How to Sign Up
- There is no online booking available
- Call the front desk to discuss the possible private tennis lesson openings
- Email their director or junior director to find out the times available for the upcoming weeks
- Peak demand is concentrated after 4 PM on weekdays and throughout the weekend
- Morning and early afternoon slots on weekdays offer the best availability
How to Get in Contact
- No dedicated line for private tennis lesson inquiries
- Best chance to get questions answered is emailing the tennis director or junior tennis director
Rio Del Oro Sports Club
Rio Del Oro Sports Club is a private club that requires a monthly fee. They offers a wide range of fitness options, that includes tennis. They specialize in training with personal trainers, small group training, and group exercise classes but they do offer private 1-on-1 tennis lessons.
Coach Options
- 11 coaches listed on their website
- No information regarding qualifications, teaching experience, or skill level taught
- Coaches do not have bio’s or availability listed
- No way to select specific coach
Lesson Locations
- Though a part of the Spare Time Sports Club Network, you can only take lessons at the Rio Del Oro location
- 119 Scripps Drive, Sacramento, CA 95825
- 22 tennis courts
Membership Costs
- Private tennis lessons only available to members
- Monthly membership is between $130-$250 depending on tier
- Private lesson rates are approximately $80/hr
How to Sign Up
- If you are not a current member, call or email concerning rates and availability
- They have coach numbers listed if you are a member
- If you have a specific pro in mind, expect 3–7 days before your first lesson
- Friday afternoons are reserved for team matches and weekend hours fill quickly
How to Get in Contact
- Call the front desk or email if you have questions
Johnson Ranch Sports Club (North)
Johnson Ranch, also a part of the Spare Time Sports network, has 25 tennis courts and 12 coaches but does require a monthly fee on top of the price of private tennis lessons.
Coach Options
- 12 coaches listed on their website
- No information regarding qualifications, teaching experience, or skill level taught
- Coaches do not have bio’s or availability listed
- No way to select specific coach
- Static page, unclear how often it is updated
Lesson Locations
- Though a part of the Spare Time Sports Club Network, you can only take lessons at the Johnson Ranch location
- Not located in Sacramento
- 2501 Eureka Road, Roseville, CA 95661
- 25 tennis courts
Membership Costs
- Private tennis lessons only available to members
- Monthly membership is between $130-$250 depending on tier
- Private lesson for all coaches is $90/hr
How to Sign Up
- If you are not a current member, call or email concerning rates and availability
- They have coach numbers listed to call or text if you are a member
- Call or email their tennis director Scott Potthast if you have questions about what coach to work with
- Availability appears flexible but they say every coach has different availability. Availability not publicly listed
How to Get in Contact
- Call the front desk or email if you have questions
- Call or email their tennis director Scott Potthast
Spare Time Indoors
Spare Time has indoor courts for tennis lessons, which is rare for Sacramento. You do, however, have to belong to one of Spare Times’s sports clubs to access their courts. They specifically state, “available exclusively to Spare Time Sports Club members”.
Coach Options
- 10 coaches available
- No information regarding which coaches qualifications, teaching experience, or skill level taught
- The facility recommends contacting Gold River or Johnson Ranch locations concerning coach availability
Lesson Locations
- Singular indoor location
- Not located in Sacramento
- 11205 Pyrites Way, Gold River, CA 956701
- Only 4 available indoor tennis courts (4 were recently converted into pickleball courts)
Membership Costs
- Private tennis lessons only available to members
- Must be a member of one of Spare Times’ sports Clubs to access these indoor courts for tennis lessons
- Membership is between $130-$250 depending on location and tier
- Pricing runs approximately $70–$100 per hour depending on the coach
How to Sign Up
- If you are not a current member, call or email concerning rates and availability
- There are now coaches listed so you must contact the front desk for options
- The facility recommends contacting Gold River or Johnson Ranch locations concerning coach availability and rates
- Availability appears flexible but they say every coach has different availability. Availability not publicly listed
How to Get in Contact
- Call the front desk or email if you have questions
Other Facilities We Contacted in Sacramento
Several of these Sacramento locations did not return calls after multiple attempts. Others were not accepting new students or had suspended programs at the time of our research.
- West Sacramento Recreation Center
- Curtis Park
- Borges Tennis Lessons
- Sutter Lawn Tennis Club
- Park Terrace Swimming & Tennis
- Joe Ballard Tennis
- Broadstone Sports Club
- Art's Tennis Lessons
- JMG Tennis Academy
Across the facilities we researched, a few issues came up frequently.
- Pricing was rarely posted upfront
- Many directed us to contact individual pros directly to find out prices
- Evening and weekend slots are hard to lock down
- Booking can only be done by back and forth conversations on phone calls or emails
- No online scheduling available
Getting Started
To find a coach near you in Sacramento, enter your zip code at MyTennisLessons. You’ll be able to view and book available coaches in your area with their locations, credentials, rates, and reviews. Every detail you need to make an informed choice before you book is on MyTennisLessons.