Life Long Tennis Academy
Where Players Grow & Thrive
At Life Long Tennis Academy, we believe tennis is more than just a sport—it's a lifelong skill that builds confidence, discipline, resilience, and community. East Bay's Premier Tennis Academy.
Founded by Coach Sammy, Life Long Tennis Academy provides professional tennis lessons for kids, teens, and adults throughout Berkeley, Oakland, Albany, Emeryville, El Cerrito, and the greater East Bay.
Whether you're picking up a racquet for the first time, returning to the game, or training for tournament competition, our experienced coaching team provides a structured, supportive, and high-energy environment where every player can succeed.
Our programs include:
Private Tennis Lessons
Semi-Private Lessons
Adult Group Classes
Junior Development Programs
Preschool Tennis
Summer & Holiday Camps
High Performance Training
USTA Junior Team Tennis (JTT)
School & Community Programs
Every lesson follows our proven Player Development Pathway, helping students build strong fundamentals, improve technique, develop match strategy, and gain the confidence to enjoy tennis for life.
Our Mission
Our mission is simple:
Help every player learn how to serve, rally, and play points with confidence.
We create a clear pathway for development through well-structured classes that emphasize:
Strong fundamentals
Consistent rallying skills
Match play and strategy
Physical fitness and movement
Mental toughness and confidence
Our Tennis Programs
Structured programs designed for every age and skill level
Our youth tennis programs are designed to introduce young players to the game while building strong fundamentals, coordination, and confidence. Classes focus on age-appropriate drills, skill development, and fun activities that help players grow at their own pace in a safe and encouraging environment.
Kids Tennis Programs
Our adult tennis programs are ideal for beginners, recreational players, and those looking to improve their technique and overall fitness. Sessions focus on stroke development, movement, consistency, and match play in a relaxed and supportive setting.
Adult Tennis Programs
Private tennis lessons offer one-on-one coaching tailored to each player’s individual goals and skill level. These sessions are perfect for players who want focused instruction, faster improvement, or help with specific areas of their game.
Private Tennis Lessons
Our Pickleball Programs
Structured programs designed for every age and skill level
Lead by Coach Chris
Our youth Pickleball programs are designed to introduce young players to the game while building strong fundamentals, coordination, and confidence. Classes focus on age-appropriate drills, skill development, and fun activities that help players grow at their own pace in a safe and encouraging environment.
Kids PicklBall Programs
Our adult Pickleball programs are ideal for beginners, recreational players, and those looking to improve their technique and overall fitness. Sessions focus on stroke development, movement, consistency, and match play in a relaxed and supportive setting.
Adult PicklBall Programs
Private Pickleball lessons offer one-on-one coaching tailored to each player’s individual goals and skill level. These sessions are perfect for players who want focused instruction, faster improvement, or help with specific areas of their game.
Private Tennis Lessons
What Parents & Players Say
Life Long Tennis Academy · East Bay
Find your game.
Play for life.
Tennis for every age, every level, and every next step. Build your skills, find your community, and love your time on court.
Kids, teens & adults · Beginners welcome · Berkeley & Oakland
Your next step starts here
A place for every player.
Choose how you want to play. We’ll help you find the right level and build from there.
Adult classes
Start with the basics, return to the game, or sharpen your match play. Enjoy active group sessions with players at your level.
Kids & junior tennis
From a first swing to competitive play. Age-appropriate games, movement, and coaching help young players grow in skill and confidence.
Private lessons
Personalized coaching built around your game. Work one-on-one or share a semi-private lesson with a partner at a similar level.
The LLTA approach
Better tennis starts
with connection.
Founded by Coach Sammy, LLTA brings purposeful coaching and a welcoming community to East Bay courts. We meet you at your level, then help you take the next step.
- 01Learn with purposeClear teaching cues and focused feedback.
- 02Build through practiceMovement, fundamentals, and plenty of rallies.
- 03Bring it into playServe, rally, and play points with confidence.
Room to grow
Your game has a next chapter.
Adults: from first rally to match play
A clear path from learning the basics to building consistency, strategy, and confidence in competition.
Juniors: a game that grows with you
Smaller courts and modified balls help young players learn. As skills develop, players progress toward full-court tennis and team competition.
Another way to get on court
Discover pickleball.
Learn the basics, build your skills, and enjoy a social game with programs for kids and adults led by Coach Chris.
Explore pickleball programs ↗Our tennis community
From the players
and parents.
Hear what it’s like to learn, grow, and play with Life Long Tennis Academy.
“Great teachers and a fun group of people to play with.”
Elisenda Peters · Google review
“He has been nothing but patient, caring, and kind.”
Midori Kimata · Google review
“Would highly recommend this program!!!”
Abby A · Google review
Read more player & parent reviews
Good to know
Let’s get you on court.
I’m a complete beginner. Where should I start?
Our Complete Beginner adult classes are designed for your first steps in tennis. Juniors start with an age-appropriate program. Prefer individual attention? A private lesson is a great way to begin.
How do I choose the right class?
Explore the adult or junior programs for level descriptions and current schedules. If you’re unsure, tell us about your experience and goals and we’ll help you choose.
Where are lessons held?
We offer programs at East Bay courts, including Live Oak Park and James Kenney Park in Berkeley and Bushrod Park in Oakland. Check your selected program or booking confirmation for the exact location.
Can I take a lesson with a friend?
Yes. Semi-private lessons let you train with a partner of a similar level. Explore coaches and lesson options, or contact us about a private group.
Where can I find current pricing and availability?
Select your program or coach to view the current schedule, pricing, and registration options. Class times and available spots vary by program and location.
Small steps. Real progress.
Your month on court.
Four connected themes give every session a purpose. We adapt the drills and challenge to your level, then bring it all together in play.
- WEEK 01
Find your rhythm
Forehands & backhands. Build balanced movement, clean contact, and a more consistent rally.
- WEEK 02
Own the net
Volleys & overheads. Move forward with confidence and learn to finish the point.
- WEEK 03
Start strong
Serve & return. Develop a repeatable start and get the point going with purpose.
- WEEK 04
Put it into play
Rallies & match play. Practice decisions, scoring, and the patterns you’ve learned.
Repeat, refine, and grow. Progression is based on readiness—not a fixed number of weeks.
Your court. Your community.
See you on court.
Your first rally, a stronger serve, or your next match.
Let’s build your game together.
Life Long Tennis Academy · East Bay
Find your game.
Play for life.
Tennis for every age, every level, and every next step. Build your skills, find your community, and love your time on court.
Kids, teens & adults · Beginners welcome · Berkeley & Oakland
Your next step starts here
A place for every player.
Choose how you want to play. We’ll help you find the right level and build from there.
Adult classes
Start with the basics, return to the game, or sharpen your match play. Enjoy active group sessions with players at your level.
Kids & junior tennis
From a first swing to competitive play. Age-appropriate games, movement, and coaching help young players grow in skill and confidence.
Private lessons
Personalized coaching built around your game. Work one-on-one or share a semi-private lesson with a partner at a similar level.
The LLTA approach
Better tennis starts
with connection.
Founded by Coach Sammy, LLTA brings purposeful coaching and a welcoming community to East Bay courts. We meet you at your level, then help you take the next step.
- 01Learn with purposeClear teaching cues and focused feedback.
- 02Build through practiceMovement, fundamentals, and plenty of rallies.
- 03Bring it into playServe, rally, and play points with confidence.
Room to grow
Your game has a next chapter.
Adults: from first rally to match play
A clear path from learning the basics to building consistency, strategy, and confidence in competition.
Juniors: a game that grows with you
Smaller courts and modified balls help young players learn. As skills develop, players progress toward full-court tennis and team competition.
Another way to get on court
Discover pickleball.
Learn the basics, build your skills, and enjoy a social game with programs for kids and adults led by Coach Chris.
Explore pickleball programs ↗Our tennis community
From the players
and parents.
Hear what it’s like to learn, grow, and play with Life Long Tennis Academy.
“Great teachers and a fun group of people to play with.”
Elisenda Peters · Google review
“He has been nothing but patient, caring, and kind.”
Midori Kimata · Google review
“Would highly recommend this program!!!”
Abby A · Google review
Read more player & parent reviews
Good to know
Let’s get you on court.
I’m a complete beginner. Where should I start?
Our Complete Beginner adult classes are designed for your first steps in tennis. Juniors start with an age-appropriate program. Prefer individual attention? A private lesson is a great way to begin.
How do I choose the right class?
Explore the adult or junior programs for level descriptions and current schedules. If you’re unsure, tell us about your experience and goals and we’ll help you choose.
Where are lessons held?
We offer programs at East Bay courts, including Live Oak Park and James Kenney Park in Berkeley and Bushrod Park in Oakland. Check your selected program or booking confirmation for the exact location.
Can I take a lesson with a friend?
Yes. Semi-private lessons let you train with a partner of a similar level. Explore coaches and lesson options, or contact us about a private group.
Where can I find current pricing and availability?
Select your program or coach to view the current schedule, pricing, and registration options. Class times and available spots vary by program and location.
Your court. Your community.
See you on court.
Your first rally, a stronger serve, or your next match.
Let’s build your game together.
