Achilleas Tennis
Elite Coaching. Proven Results. 20+ Years of Excellence.
Elite tennis coaching from London's Queen's Club to International Experience. LTA & ITF qualified coach with 20+ years developing players at every level — from first-time beginners to professionals and national champions.
Coaching excellence from The Queen's Club, London to Cyprus
World-Class Coaching Experience
Trusted by elite players and prestigious clubs
The Queen's Club, London
Director of Tennis
- Created Queen's Club's first Junior Tennis Program
- Coached high-profile members (actors, entrepreneurs, royals)
- LTA Performance Coach for competitive juniors
- Partnered with local authorities on school tennis programs
London's most prestigious tennis venues — home to ATP & WTA Championships.
Elite Player Development
Coached players to professional success
- Tennis Europe & Junior World Tennis (ITF) Athletes at U12, U14, U16 Level with great success regarding rankings and tournament successes
- WTA professional circuit — on-site coaching at Satellite Circuit Support and other facilities such as tennis academies globally
- ITF Junior circuit — developing players on the international junior tour with proven tournament results
- Elite junior consultant coach/mentor — guiding top junior athletes selected for prestigious international development events globally
- World No. 2 Wheelchair Tennis player (US Masters & US Open)
Qualifications
Fully qualified & safeguarding certified
- LTA Licensed Coach (UK)
- ITF Qualified Coach (International)
- LTA Safeguarding Certificate
- Bow Brand Qualified Racket Stringer
- First Place Graduate — Stonebridge Tennis Academy
Available for international touring with players. Full safeguarding clearance for junior development.
Tennis Europe & Junior World Tennis (ITF) Athletes
U12, U14, U16 Level — Rankings & Tournament Success
- National ranking achievements across age groups
- Tennis Europe rankings with top-tier positioning
- National team representation
- Tennis Europe doubles and singles titles
- Multiple international quarter-finals and beyond
The comprehensive training approach — technical, tactical, mental, and physical — has given me the tools to compete at the highest levels of junior tennis.
Training includes daily technical work, tournament strategy, video analysis, physical conditioning, mental coaching, and international competition support.
See more success storiesWheelchair Tennis Specialist
As founder of the Cyprus Tennis Federation Wheelchair Program and personal coach to a former World No. 2 wheelchair player, I bring specialised expertise in adaptive tennis coaching.
- Founded Cyprus Tennis Federation Wheelchair Program
- Personal coach to a former World No. 2 wheelchair player
- Toured internationally — US Masters, US Open
- Adapted coaching methodology for wheelchair athletes
- Inclusive training programs for all abilities
Coaching in Action
Highlights, on-court tips, and stories from players we've worked with
On-Court Highlights
A look at recent training and match moments.
Technique & Strategy
Practical drills and insights from sessions.
Player Stories
Hear directly from students and parents.
Training Programs
From beginners to champions — tailored coaching for every level
Elite Junior Development
Comprehensive training for competitive juniors. Proven methodology that has produced national champions, Tennis Europe ranked players, and tournament winners.
- Technical mastery (all strokes)
- Tactical intelligence (match strategy)
- Physical conditioning (tennis-specific)
- Mental strength training
- Tournament preparation & support
- Video analysis
- International touring available
Ages 6–18 · All skill levels
Private Coaching
One-on-one elite coaching using the same methodology trusted by WTA players. Available for adults, juniors, advanced players, and beginners.
- 60 or 90-minute sessions
- Fully customised lesson plans
- Flexible scheduling
- Video analysis included
- On-court and mental coaching
- Tournament support available
Queen's Club-level coaching in Cyprus
Wheelchair Tennis
Adaptive tennis coaching with specialised wheelchair tennis programs — from beginners to World No. 2 ranked athletes.
- Individual coaching
- Group sessions
- Program development
- Competition preparation
- Inclusive, expert coaching
All abilities welcome
Coached Across Continents
20+ years coaching internationally — from London's Queen's Club to championship courts worldwide
United Kingdom
- • The Queen's Club, London (Director of Tennis)
- • Wickham Bishops LTC, Essex
- • Brackendale LTC, London
- • Stonebridge Tennis Academy, Surrey
- • Westside LTC, Wimbledon
- • Kings College, Surrey
- • Ashford Girls School, Kent
Cyprus
- • Hilton Hotel (Hiltonia Club) — Director of Tennis
- • Aradippou Community Tennis Club
- • Approach Tennis Academy
- • Meneou Tennis Academy
- • Cyprus Tennis Federation Programs
Spain
- • La Manga Country Club
USA
- • US Masters (wheelchair tennis touring)
- • US Open (international touring)
Switzerland
- • International satellite tournaments (WTA professional circuit)
Available for international coaching tours, training camps, and consultations.
The Achilleas Tennis Method
Holistic development for complete players
Technical Mastery
- • Forehand, backhand, serve, volley
- • Footwork and court positioning
- • Shot selection and variety
- • Advanced techniques
Tactical Intelligence
- • Point construction
- • Pattern recognition
- • Opponent analysis
- • Game style development
Mental Strength
- • Pressure management
- • Focus and concentration
- • Resilience building
- • Competition preparation
Physical Conditioning
- • Agility and speed work
- • Strength and endurance
- • Injury prevention
- • Nutrition planning
Transforming Tennis Programs
Hilton Hotel (Hiltonia Club), Nicosia · 1992–1995
As Director of Tennis at Hilton Hotel (Hiltonia Club), Nicosia, I rebuilt the tennis center from the ground up — redesigning the program structure and implementing a radical marketing strategy.
- Redesigned entire program structure
- Grew membership to 800+ active players
- Produced 4 nationally top-5 ranked juniors by 1995
- Established model tennis culture for Cyprus
Tournament Leadership
Organised the Bank of Cyprus UK National Tournament — securing £10,000+ in sponsorship, attracting 200+ entrants, with finals held at The Queen's Club, London.
Available for tournament consultation, organisation, and sponsorship acquisition.
Train With a World-Class Coach
Whether you're taking your first lesson or competing at Tennis Europe level, you'll receive the same elite-level coaching trusted by WTA players and national champions.
LTA & ITF Qualified · Fully Safeguarding Certified · International Touring Available
Trusted by Players, Parents & Clubs
“Training with Coach Illy at The Queen's Club was transformative. His technical knowledge is extraordinary, and his ability to develop mental strength alongside physical skills is what sets him apart.”
“Our son went from recreational player to national ranking under Coach Achilleas's guidance. The systematic approach and genuine care for each student's development is remarkable.”
“Working with Achilleas at international tournaments gave me the tactical edge I needed. His experience at the highest levels shows in every session.”