WAM Tennis Coaching Team
Director of Tennis: Richard Whichello
Richard Whichello’s playing background includes being British No 1 junior from the age of 10 to 18, winning a record 23 National Titles, as well as representing Great Britain in the Davis Cup and playing at the Wimbledon Championships, on several occasions.
Richard was Kent Men’s captain from 1994-2008 where his team won notable National Titles. His most memorable experience was being Bjorn Borg's practice partner during his comeback.
He enjoys working with all standards from beginner through to County and National level players.
Richard is available for coaching at £40 per hour. Joint lessons for 2-3 people are £50 per hour. Half-hour lessons cost £25.
If you have any questions for Richard or would like to book a lesson, please contact him:
Phone: 07886 182571
SHARON BOWES
Sharon Bowes is a Level 3 Club Coach and PGCE qualified teacher. Parent of former national level player. She has competed in ITF Seniors Competition and International Masters Olympic weightlifting.
Sharon is committed to helping people of all ages to develop their tennis and athletic skills in energetic and fun lessons.
Private lesson rate is £35 an hour, 2-4 people £40 an hour
Phone: 07977 464481
Email: sharonbowes@yahoo.com
james oni
James has been part of the Beckenham Sports Club since he was a Junior player. James played the junior tennis circuit and represented Kent at junior level. James is a LTA Level 3 licensed coach
Private lesson £35 per hour, 2-3 people £40 an hour
Phone: 07534 717935
Email: jamesoni1995@gmail.com
TONY MARTIN
Tony has been a major part of Beckenham Sports Club for more than 20 years. Tony is is a LTA Level 3 Licensed Coach. Tony works with Juniors as well as leading the Saturday Beginners/Improvers sessions at Beckenham.
Private lesson £30 per hour, 2-3 people £35 an hour
Phone: 07944 861641
Email: jmart2@hotmail.co.uk
CHRIS MERRICK
Chris has been involved in tennis much of his life. He has spent the last 22 years working as Director of Coaching at the Parklangley Club.
He is a LTA level 4 Licensed Coach and has over 35 years of coaching experience at Junior ,Club County and Regional level.
He still competes and represents Kent in the County Vet Teams.
Chris is happy to coach all levels with a particular strength at coaching children 11 and under.
Private lesson £35 per hour, 2-3 people £40 an hour
Phone: 07770 666613
Email: chrismerrick1@me.com
JOACHIM COLES
Joachim has played tennis since 5 years old and has been a member of Beckenham Sports club for 17 years. He has had an incredible passion for the sport his whole life. Joachim is a PTR & LTA qualified coach. Joachim also has a degree in Sports Coaching & Performance.
Private lesson £30 per hour, 2-3 people £35 an hour
Phone: 07557 047152
Email: joachimcoles@icloud.com
