★★★★★
Thumbtack
“Yan is an amazing tennis coach! The lesson was fun and easy to follow, his tips are super clear, and he is very patient. I left the court feeling motivated and excited for the next session!”
Flavia P.
Chicago private tennis coaching
Private Tennis Lessons in Chicago with Yan
- Former NCAA Division I Player
- 50+ Five-Star Reviews
- 5+ Years Coaching
- 250+ Players Coached
Focused sessions
Technical improvement
Consistent development
Beginner to competitive
Coaching style
Every session has a purpose.
I help players build cleaner technique, better footwork, and more reliable decision-making through structured private and semi-private tennis sessions.
The goal is not just to hit more balls. It is to leave each session with a clear technical focus, a simple plan, and a better understanding of how to improve.
- New players learning the game
- Adults returning to tennis
- Juniors building fundamentals
- Competitive players developing patterns
- Semi-private pairs who want structured sessions
Student reviews
Five-star feedback from Chicago players.
Students on Thumbtack and PlayYourCourt consistently point to clear instruction, patience, fast technical fixes, and lessons that are both productive and fun.
★★★★★
PlayYourCourt
“Yan is great. I was a total beginner when I started with him and he took me through the fundamentals patiently. I have improved so much since starting with him.”
Emily O.
★★★★★
Thumbtack
“Really good coach, he identified the mistakes with my form and helped me fix them from the first session. Already feel like my game has improved a ton since my first lesson with Yan.”
Aparna A.
★★★★★
PlayYourCourt
“Yan is a fantastic tennis instructor. He is able to see exactly what I am doing wrong and correct me. He is very experienced and has a real passion for tennis.”
Andrew L.
★★★★★
Thumbtack
“Absolutely fantastic. I am a complete novice so did not have much basis for comparison, but I recommend him to a friend who played varsity in HS, and she also loved him.”
Philip O.
★★★★★
PlayYourCourt
“Yan is a terrific coach. We have improved tremendously after only a few lessons, and are looking forward to the rest.”
William O.
Lesson packages
Choose the right amount of court time.
Start with a single lesson or reserve a package for consistent development throughout the season.
Single lesson
$110/hr
A focused session, first lesson, or targeted tune-up.
5 hours
$525
Save $25
Getting started and building cleaner technical habits.
Most popular
10 hours
$1,000
Save $100
Consistent improvement, weekly accountability, and momentum.
15 hours
$1,425
Save $225
Competitive players and long-term development plans.
Book online
Pick a time that works for you.
Request a lesson through Calendly. Book your lesson at Grant Park / Roosevelt (South Loop) in the mornings or Skinner Park (West Loop) in the evenings and on weekends. I will confirm court details and goals before the session.
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Common questions
Where do lessons take place? +
I coach at Grant/Roosevelt in the mornings and Skinner in the evenings and on weekends. I confirm court availability and any court fees before the session.
Do you coach beginners? +
Yes. With beginners, I focus on clean fundamentals, grip, contact point, spacing, and simple rally patterns.
Do you work with juniors? +
Yes. I structure junior lessons around fundamentals, discipline, footwork, and confidence on court.
Can lessons be semi-private? +
Yes. I offer semi-private lessons when the players have compatible goals and level.
Are court fees included? +
No. Court fees are not included in package pricing and may apply depending on location.
How do I reserve a package? +
Use Calendly to request a session time. I will confirm the court, goals, and session details before the lesson.
Better Today. Stronger Tomorrow.
Ready to improve your game?
Book a private tennis lesson with me in Chicago and get a clear plan for your next step on court.