Life Long Tennis Academy

I've been taking both group and private lessons with Sammy for several years now. Sammy is an exceptional coach who has built a wonderful community of coaches and players at Life Long Tennis Academy. One of Sammy's greatest strengths is his ability to meet each player where they are, whether starting out or looking to elevate your game. He's teaches strong technical foundations and, just as importantly, teaches how to apply that technique in real match situations, improve your strategy and strengthen your mental game. Thank you, Sammy, for inspiring so many players to grow, compete, and enjoy the game!

Coach Sammy is great! Our daughter started with him at age five, and in the last year and a half, her game has reached a whole new level. He’s incredible at honing in on exactly what a kid needs to improve, and more importantly, he’s built up her confidence and passion for the sport. We’ve primarily done private lessons, and the individualized focus is top-notch. It’s been such a great experience that our son is now training with him too. Highly recommend him for any family looking for a fantastic tennis coach!

Lifelong Tennis Academy in Berkeley is hands down the best place to learn and play tennis in the Bay Area! Whether you are picking up a racquet for the very first time or trying to refine your technique, the instruction and community here are top-tier. If you are looking for private coaching, I cannot recommend Coach Sammy enough. I took a private lesson with him and was completely blown away. He taught me more in a single hour than I learned after entire sessions of group classes with a different company. He has an incredible eye for mechanics, breaks down complex adjustments effortlessly, and tailors his feedback so you see immediate improvements in your hit. The beginner group classes at Lifelong are equally fantastic. They are energetic, incredibly fun, and double as a fantastic workout. The coaches keep the drills dynamic, the pacing is great, and the atmosphere is super encouraging for players of all skill levels. From game-changing 1-on-1 instruction with Coach Sammy to high-energy group clinics, Lifelong Tennis Academy has completely exceeded my expectations. I can't recommend them enough to anyone looking to level up their tennis game!

We highly recommend Life Long Tennis. My kids (ages 9 and 13) have been playing there for some time, and I just started as a complete adult beginner. Sammy is the absolute best coach—not only is he a true technical expert, but he’s also incredibly dedicated and thoughtful in how he teaches. What really stands out is how well he adapts to each player. He meets my kids at their level while still challenging them, and he’s been just as patient and encouraging with me as I learn from scratch. His coaching builds both skills and confidence, and he makes every session fun and engaging. The program itself is well-organized, welcoming, and supportive for all ages and levels. It’s rare to find something that works this well for both kids and adults in the same family. We’ve seen real improvement and, just as importantly, a genuine love of the game grow. We’re so glad we found Life Long Tennis!

Sammy is an exceptional coach. His coaching style is encouraging and strikes the perfect balance between technical expertise and practical guidance. What really stands out is his ability to identify small adjustments that make a big difference in performance. If you're looking for a coach who can truly elevate your game, I highly recommend him.