Dave is a great tennis instructor and excellent with kids. Our 5-yr old daughter was able to learn the proper grip, swing, and basic mechanics of tennis. Dave is very patient and understanding with the small kids. Great pricing and location as well. Highly recommend read more

South Bay Tennis Network - Tennis Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

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Dave is an amazing tennis coach who teaches with tried and true, "old-school" methods, with proven results. He's also great because he's a very positive teacher-- he won't tear you down while you're learning, but he will give you constructive critiques to better your game. I've loved my experience taking lessons with him, highly recommend him, and will continue on! :) read more

Dave is old school. He gives emphasis on form. Things like: (1) how to hold the racket at an angle, end up hitting at 10 o'clock (2) how to hold on to your racket with the other hand and pause after hitting the ball (3) body turn These are just a few things stuck in my head as he reminds us over and over. Dave is very laid back, friendly with kids, and very knowledgeable. I love going to tennis court every morning near Redondo Beach. I wish him the best read more

Is there such thing as a half a star?? Groupon was running a deal for four 90-minute tennis clinics, so I decided to give it a try. I arrived at the courts for the 9am Saturday clinic. The experience can best be described as babysitting for adult tennis players. The instructor - lethargic, disheveled and ill-prepared - spent the first 15 minutes of class asking us what we wanted to do. Ultimately, he decided it'd be best if the 7 people in attendance took turns hitting (forehand only) with the ball machine for 30+ minutes. No drills. No feedback. No instruction. It didn't help that he set up the ball machines so the sun was shining directly into our eyes. An added challenge, perhaps? Midway through hitting, another player and I heard the instructor say something. We looked up only to find that it wasn't us that he was talking to - he was chatting on the phone! Ten minutes later when his phone call wrapped up, I decided I couldn't take it anymore and left early. As I walked to my car, I noticed something that summed up the instructor best. The passenger-side door to his Ford Explorer had been left open for the entire duration of the clinic. I tried to close the door, only to discover that it was broken and unable to close. I just hope no one stole the tennis balls littered inside. read more

Dave Mahoney is an incredibly talented tennis coach. I thoroughly searched the South Bay area pro's and interviewed many over the phone. No one truly understood how critically important development of form is when you begin to train children or an adult who has never played. I tried one lesson first for my son, who was in the 4th grade at the time. Dave is the master of the perfect form. After one lesson, my son suddenly had "game" and unbelievable form. I watched my son's entire tennis game and form become more and more developed and his performance skills soar. I am extremely impressed with Dave Mahoney and the type of Coach that he is. You or your child will be the "Master of the Slice". I highly recommend that you chose Dave as your next tennis coach. read more

Dave is a great coach and particularly patient with the instruction of younger players. He emphasizes the importance of achieving good form before supporting the development of each individuals technique. I don't think that anyone would be able to find more reasonable rates for his level anywhere in the South Bay. Unbeatable value. read more

I've been working with Dave for a couple months now, and I am so glad to have found him. It had been about 20 years since I had any sort of tennis coaching. During that period I played casually on and off and picked up a lot of bad habits. Within a minute of my first lesson with Dave, he was able to spot inefficiencies in my forehand. He framed his explanation of my swing by contrasting it to the proper form of Agassi or Sampras. Those were guys I grew up idolizing, so needless to say I was sold, and ready to listen and break years of bad form. The group lessons are super affordable (under $25/session) and a great way to meet rally partners. Dave keeps you on your toes, and mixes things up between drills, rallying, and ball machines. Overall I've had a great experience. I've seen progress week after week and I always look forward to the next class. So if you're looking for an old school coach who is a firm believer in proper form, Dave's your guy. read more

I can say without hesitation, the experience with Dave have been outstanding on every level. We're 3 lessons into the 14 session package we signed up for, and my 2 kids love it! From the great instruction and basic tools to build on -- to the massive volume of strokes they get in every session (dave brings TWO ball machines), this experience exceeds my expectations. We tried group lessons before... one on one with Dave is money much better spent. The personal attention is strong, Dave's classic approach to teaching a great foundation is exactly what I was looking for to get my 9 and 7 year old immersed in the game. I'm pumped to keep the lessons rolling.... Lola and Cruz can't wait to "get back to work" every day because it's so much fun! Thank you, Dave... you're helping fuel my children's passion and enjoyment of tennis! read more

NO SHOW. DISAPPEARED. We went to tennis lessons with Dave weekly this summer. Suddenly, Dave didn't show up. Tried to contact his cell phone, but he never responded. Dave disappeared with no notice, no replied. Unreliable. Unprofessional. We wasted a trip driving there. read more

Dave is very knowledgeable and patient. I am a beginner and I'm improving very fast. He is paying attention to important details (grip, tunes, feet work) Looking forward to continue my lessons with Dave. Thank you DAVE! read more

If you want your kids to learn real tennis, only coach I can recommen is coach Dave. I've been sending my kid to all different coaches, as the way I am, for the best, I just could not believe how other coaches are doing for the young kids. They coach them to win those novice and satellite tournaments and never for the real open tournaments. The more kids grow, the lower the level they get. I was just so furious to see them charging $80/hr and ruin the kids' life when kids are serious about tennis. Your kids will shine after 2-3years at a different level. However, if you are sending your kids for fun tennis, coach Dave is not the right coach. He is stubburn for a right coaching and stick to tennis fundamentals for future. read more

Dave is great at teaching all levels and all ages of tennis players. I did a summer camp with him when I was 14 which instilled in me a love of tennis. When I went to college I didn't have the opportunity to play. Now that I'm 26, I started taking lessons with him again and everything I learned 12 years ago is coming back to me within a couple of lessons. He's a great guy and I'm excited to be working with him again. And really affordable! Would definitely recommend. read more

Dave is an outstanding tennis instructor. He does a great job of teaching the fundamentals and helping resolve whatever challenges the player is having. The adult group lesson is a good mix of drills and competitive games. read more

Dave Mahoney is a great tennis coach. He is personable, a great player and very caring. I would recommend him for your kids as well as for adult players. He taught my daughter for years and now she is a really solid player. She really enjoyed her lessons and now Dave is a great friend as well as a teacher. The South Bay needs more folks like him! read more

I've got a new love - and it's TENNIS. Thanks to Dave Mahoney, I am learning my form, technique and not spending too much money. His pricing, his patience and his willingness to train both kids and adults is great for this family. He's our #1 go - to to keep us in top form. Thanks Dave! read more

We have been working with Dave from South Bay Tennis Network for about a month. He has been working with our 11 year old daughter who recently decided she wanted to play tennis for the first time. Dave has been super flexible and accommodating with our schedule and is a delight to work with. Olivia just loves going to her tennis lessons. All in all it's been a wonderful experience! read more

This is the place to learn and play tennis! Dave, the tennis director, organizes private and group classes 7 days a week. I'm a regular at his group evening classes during the week and twice a month I take a private lesson to work on my technique. Group lessons are fun and you always meet new people of all ages. Classes are tailored to your skills and abilities. Very affordable too!! Talk to Dave! read more

Dave's challenge ladder is one of the best in the area. I enjoy it. Here are a few reasons why: 1) You don't have to play the same person every week. Often on ladders, a player is matched to the person positioned directly above or below. That leads to playing the same person again and again. 2) If you or your opponent can't make your schedules work, you're not penalized. You just don't play that week. 3) Dave chooses the opponents and notifies the players. That gives the players an incentive to make their schedules work. Otherwise, the opponent doesn't get to play that week. 4) Dave keeps track of wins/losses. That gives players an idea of whether or not they're improving. 5) Dave mixes up the opponents, so that a player won't necessarily always win or always lose. Give the ladder a try! read more

I would recommend Dave Mahoney to anybody who really wants to learn how to play correctly with the correct form! He is a caring and personable coach who actually does things properly. I have seen kids who have been to other coaches for months and still can't hold the racket correctly or hit the ball correctly. if a child/adult is not taught the core skills initially they will never be a great player. I would recommend Dave to anybody who truly wants to learn tennis the right way! read more

Dave is an excellent instructor. Breaks down each stroke into simple steps and is very good at spotting what you are doing wrong and correcting it. I recommend him highly. read more

Never touched a racket in my life before I discovered Dave's classes. Now it is one of my favorite hobbies. Relaxed practice atmosphere and great techniques incorporated into each lesson. If you are looking to learn how to play tennis correctly from the start, or want to improve your game and want fast results, this is the place to go. read more

Dave Mahoney has been my son's private coach for the past 3 years and will be for many years to come. He is passionate, caring, and dedicated person who eats and sleeps tennis (For the past 30 years). My son considers him as a mentor and I consider him as a close family friend. You can't go wrong with Dave Mahoney when it comes to tennis lessons. read more

Dave is probably one of the best and nicest tennis coaches in the area. My wife, my 8 year-old daughter and myself have all taken classes from him. The level of play for both my wife and I have gone up to a totally different level (although we are not turning pros yet) and our daughter is now very interested in playing tennis. Call him. It's worth your while. read more

Dave's the best! He instantly makes one feel comfortable. He is especially good with kids. He has great patience and a calm demeanor. He is also great at boosting a child's confidence. He never gets tired of coaching the kids and always shows how much he believes in them. On top of the great coaching his prices unbeatable! read more

If your interested in form and technique, Dave is your guy! He also creates a very relaxed and positive atmosphere. He works great with all ages and has a tremendous amount of patients. read more

I called Dave a few days before my groupon was about to expire. He assured me that I could still get my 4 lessons. I showed up at my convenience and got much more than I expected. After my second lesson I was hitting better forehands than I ever had. Dave's emphasis on proper form coupled with the ball machine practice is what did it. The weekend groups usually have about 7 students and 2 instructors. You hit a lot of balls and get a lot of personal attention. Dave is a compulsive instructor. He continues to instruct between classes to students who play after class. I really can't imagine a better deal on tennis lessons! read more