Tennis lessons in Berkeley

sammy has been my coach and my son's coach for a long time now. if you are looking for a coach who will do more than just "low to high", 2 forehands/2backhands, sammy is the one! highly recommend!!

I had a great time coaching under and with Sammy at Lifelong Tennis Academy. He is very kind, patient with the kids, meet them where they are and as coaches, he is always willing to listen to our approaches and collaborate. Whether you’re a coach or a potential player, I would definitely recommend it!

I had a very great time learning tennis, coaches are very nice and so are the other people.

The coaches are wonderful, caring, patient

Coach Sammy is so kind and intentional with each student. The whole team of coaches are perfectly suited to make tennis fun through games while teaching technique.

After being away from tennis for almost five years due to injury, I never imagined I’d return with such confidence and excitement. Thanks to Coach Sammy and the incredible team at Life Long Tennis Academy, I’ve not only stepped back on the court but I’m improving every week and enjoying the game more than ever. Sammy is a true professional. His deep knowledge of the sport, modern training techniques, and thoughtful approach make every session both challenging and rewarding. He and his assistants are excellent at adapting their methods to each student’s needs and level, whether you’re a complete beginner or an advanced player looking to sharpen your edge. What makes the experience even more special is the energy they bring to every class. The atmosphere is supportive, motivating, and full of positive spirit, which makes training something I look forward to every week. The academy combines professionalism with joy in a way that’s rare to find. I can confidently say that Life Long Tennis Academy is the perfect place for anyone who wants to improve their game, stay healthy, and have a great time doing it.

Great instructors and really affordable lessons! My game has improved so much since starting with Life Long.

I’ve been taking classes with Sammy at LifeLong Tennis for several years, and it’s been an amazing experience! Sammy is the kindest and most passionate tennis coach—he truly cares about helping you improve and enjoy the game. The classes are well-structured, the coaches are friendly and knowledgeable, and the drills are excellent for building skills. The courts are great and even have lights for evening play. I’ve also met some wonderful friends through this program. Highly recommend LifeLong Tennis!

Sammy is patient with my 9 year old daughter , he keeps her focused, makes everything fun and most importantly, teaches her proper tennis fundamentals. It’s a joy to watch her improve each lesson and each day. Thank you Sammy!

Great tennis lesson and Sammie is very engaged and supportive

I've been working with Coach Sammy and Coach Kyan for about nine months and I've improved so much. There's a great instructor student ratio, a nice balance between drills and game play in every class, and skill building that includes practicing different shots and learning on the court strategy. Both Sammy and Kyan have been incredibly helpful with working on my serve, volleys, and improving my forehand.

Coach Sammy puts on a fun and very worthwhile adult beginner class. Good warm up and practical practice shots, serves and play. I learned some valuable doubles strategy and liked the variety of players to practice with. Will do again!

Great coach! Really helped me improve my tennis. Highly recommend!

Sammy is an awesome instructor - positive and patient with great tactical and technical advice. My game has improved rapidly with both his private and group lessons. I always look forward to the next one!!!

He has taught my daughter for three years, and she has learned so much. Overall, he's a fantastic coach!

Coach Sammy and Coach Cayenne are awesome! I learned so much from them, and they’re so professional. Their drills helped fine tune my tennis technique. I am so lucky these Lifelong lessons exist because I love this sport, and these lessons are uniquely affordable.

I have been enjoying Life Long Tennis so far. I really like how it is limited to 12 players at any time. Other group lessons can get crazy when there are 15-30 players. Sammy has been giving me and others tips on strokes, serves, volleys, etc. You should check out at least one session if you can!

I’ve been taking group lessons with Sammy, Chris, and Kian for about 1.5 years now. I never learned how to play tennis, but always enjoyed hitting with friends casually. I started as a true beginner and really enjoyed learning tennis as an adult, from how to do a backhand, overhead, or serve. They take it slow and easy which makes it comfortable environment, but still make a point to hit all the necessary basics/strategy to play singles/doubles. They’ll encourage you and give you small notes to build upon as you progress. It’s fun, but also really helps build community. Recently I took a private lesson and Sammy was patient as I navigate learning a topspin forehand a bit more. He explained all the mechanics and approached different ways to think of drills. His/their classes are honestly the highlight of my week.

I have been taking Sammie’s group lessons for adults off and on for the last 3-4 months and have really enjoyed them. He is friendly, positive and has helped me improve my game. Most importantly, the class is really fun

Taking tennis lessons as an adult lets me appreciate what Sammy brings to the process. He is fun, very knowledgeable and keeps progress moving.

I highly recommend Sammy! He has taught me so much in a short amount of time. My technique and strategy has really improved the last few months. He makes everything easy to understand and is extremely patient. His online booking system is also very convenient, so no back and forth. I've done privates and clinics with him and they are both great and recommend doing both if you are able.

Sammy is an excellent coach. He has a great eye for assessing technique and distilling down what needs to be done to improve with simple, concrete cues that make a big difference and are easy to remember. I was stunned in my first lesson with Sammy at how much better of a ball I could hit implementing the adjustments he suggested. He’s a very nice person, has great energy and patience and clearly loves the game. I’m excited to continue working with Sammy to keep improving and be more competitive!