RTA Coaching Team
Rayleigh Tennis Academy has a strong coaching team and all the Coaching Assistants are products of the Academy. We believe in getting the balance right between learning and making the lessons fun and we have a strong ethos on playing the game in a sporting manner.
Ryan Wilson
Head Coach
LTA Level 3
Ryan has been Head Coach at Rayleigh Lawn Tennis Club (RLTC) for over 15 years. He oversees the group coaching programme and provides private lessons for players of all levels. During his time at RLTC, Ryan has received several accolades, including LTA Mini Tennis Coach of the Year, LTA Outstanding Work in Development/Club Coaching, and Rayleigh Town Council Adult Sports Person of the Year.
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Alex Kelly
Assistant / Cover Coach
LTA Level 2
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Edward Higgs
Assistant / Cover Coach
LTA Level 2
Alex recently completed his sports apprenticeship and has been a valued member of our coaching team since 2019. He both supports and leads a variety of group sessions at the club and in local schools. Alex also represents the club’s Men’s 2nd and 3rd teams in the Essex League and local league competitions.
Edward is one of the newest coaches to progress through the RTA tennis programme. He supports a range of group sessions throughout the week and leads tennis sessions in local schools. Edward also represents the club’s Men’s 2nd and 3rd teams in both the Essex and local league competitions.
Emily Watts
Private / Saturday Coach
LTA Level 3
Emily is a Level 3 qualified tennis coach who delivers private weekend lessons. She has achieved multiple club tournament victories across ladies’ singles, doubles, and mixed doubles, and has also enjoyed success in local competitions.