Tennis Lessons in Maple Shade, New Jersey

With a decade on the court, I bring experience from competitive play to every lesson. In high school, I played Varsity Tennis, then in college was club team captain. I coached high school level players between NTRP 2-4.5 but am open to all ages! I help students of all levels discover their potential and ignite a passion for tennis. My approach is both strategic and fun, focused on building a solid foundation.

Over the course of 17 years, Gary Cimperman, Owner of Cimperman Tennis Academy, has accumulated numerous awards and distinctions that is sure to bring a standard of excellence to any court in the Mount Laurel, NJ area. Currently, Gary works with beginner and intermediate players in South Jersey and the Philadelphia areas. Additionally, he works with US Sports Camps and Atlas Tennis, leading junior tennis camps on the West Coast and in Europe, respectively.

High-performance tennis professional and active USTA/UTR Tournament Director. With extensive experience developing competitive athletes and introducing new players to the game, my coaching philosophy bridges the gap between practice-court mechanics and real-match execution. On my court, we don't just hit balls-we build players, strategy, and confidence. I specialize in situational drilling, high-stakes match play strategy, and rapid skill acquisition.

Born and raised in South Philadelphia, Coach Bryan Hughes developed his love for tennis through Philadelphia’s parks and recreation programs. Today, he brings more than 35 years of teaching and coaching experience to players of all ages and ability levels. Bryan’s coaching career includes six NJCAA national team championships with Tyler Junior College and six individual Rolex National Champions. He has also coached USTA national champions in junior, adult singles, doubles, and team competition; Texas high school state champions in singles, doubles, and team play; a Little Mo National Champion; and NJTL singles, doubles, and team champions. A graduate and former instructor of the Tyler Junior College Tennis Tech program, Bryan has directed community and country club programs in Florida and Texas and served as a summer coach at Stanford University. His experience also includes working as a USTA adult and junior league coordinator and as a USTA- and ITF-certified umpire. Bryan returned to his Philadelphia roots to establish JETI Tennis LLC in 2008 and the South Philadelphia Tennis Association in 2010. SPTA became a USTA Premier Provider and was recognized as the USTA Middle States Community Tennis Association of the Year. Bryan has also served as a USTA Middle States committee member. Throughout his career, Bryan has remained committed to making high-quality tennis instruction accessible, practical, and enjoyable—especially for players and families who discover the game through their local community.

Former internationally ranked tennis player with a passion for coaching and high-performance training. Whether you're looking for hitting lessons or structured training sessions, I have the expertise to elevate your tennis game. Let's work together to achieve your tennis goals!

I’m passionate about fostering a love for tennis in players of all ages and skill levels. My decade of experience, coupled with my background as an experienced player, allows me to create engaging and effective training programs tailored to individual goals. As an ambidextrous player, I’m able to demonstrate and coach from both the forehand and backhand sides naturally, which gives students a unique visual and technical advantage when learning stroke mechanics, positioning, and shot development. In addition to tennis, I’ve played hockey and baseball throughout my life, which has given me a deep understanding of athletic movement, discipline, and cross-training techniques. I often integrate elements from those sports—like agility drills, hand-eye coordination work, and strength and conditioning regimens—that translate exceptionally well on the tennis court. Let’s work together to elevate your game!