About Me
As a Tennis Coach here in the Treasure Valley, I Love teaching everyone. I have been training my students for over 20 years; dozens of high school state qualifiers, 10 state champions, nationally ranked players, adults and USTA league players who just want to improve. Of course the young kiddos, I've got 3 with one on the way, but I truly love teaching anyone who wants to be out on a tennis court.
I’ve helped players attain scholarships, play college tennis, turn pro, and even helped my players with European “Club tennis”. They’ve had national rankings, several have had rankings in the top 50 in college tennis, and I've had the pleasure of watching one of my players win a qualifier for the US Open.
I’m a self described “mechanics and fundamentals snob” and a true tennis nerd. I’ve been told I’m tough but understanding, giving each client the individual guidance they need to reach and exceed their limits. I take pride helping adults; some all the way up to a NTRP 5.0, many have played nationals, one even got a world ranking (seriously, she did!) So yes!!! Everyone can improve! But most importantly, I try to help you enjoy this amazing game. Winning isn’t easy, but I can help!
I’ve been coached by some amazing people, like Pete Sampras’ coach, Andre Agassi’s coach, Maria Sharapova’s Coach, Lindsey Davenport’s coach, and many other world class coaches. I lived and trained at the world famous Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy.
I’ve played tournaments my entire life, and still do, which means I understand what it takes. Formally ranked in the top 10 in the Pacific Northwest, a college player at BSU, a National Champion finalist with the USTA, and lots more, I love playing
I am truly passionate about the game and always ready to help my trainees improve theirs.
- Jim Martin