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Tennis

A unique, inspirational facility, where everyone is welcome

Our tennis club is one of the busiest and most vibrant in the country. From tiny tots through to seasoned veterans, from beginners through to professionals, there truly is something for everyone.

With 5 indoor courts, 3 outdoor hard courts, 2 outdoor all-weather courts and 13 grass courts, there’s plenty availability throughout the Summer and Winter months.

Meet the Coaching Team

Head Coach

Kyle Brassington

Kyle Brassington

Qualification:
LTA Accredited Level Senior 4 Performance Coach

Hourly rate:
Juniors from £53 – Adults from £59

Days worked:
Monday to Friday

Contact details:
 07572421652
[email protected]

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Senior Performance Coach

Jo Craven

Jo Craven

Qualification:
Senior Performance Coach, Accredited +

Hourly rate:
£40

Days worked:
Monday-Friday

Contact Details:
07961755863
[email protected]

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Lead Mini Tennis Performance Coach

Jack

Jack Pullan

Qualification:
LTA Accredited Level 3

Hourly rate:
£33

Days worked:
Tuesday-Friday & Sunday

Contact details:
07532364725
[email protected]

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Senior Club TENNIS & PADEL Coach

Adam

Adam Whiteley

Qualification:
LTA Accredited level 4

Hourly rate:
Tennis £40 – Padel varied

Days worked:
Monday-Saturday

Contact details:
07944955453
[email protected]

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Senior Club Coach

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Chris Wheeler

Qualification:
LTA Accredited Level 4 Senior Performance Coach

Hourly Rate:
£33

Days worked:
Monday-Sunday

Contact Details:
07738908185
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Club Coach

Mikey

Michael Massingberd

Qualification:
LTA Accredited Level 3 Coach

Hourly rate:
Juniors: £30 – Adults: £35

Days worked:
Monday-Saturday

Contact details:
07342659456
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Club Coach

Colin

Colin Campbell

Qualification:
LTA Accredited Level 3 Coach

Hourly rate:
£25

Days worked:
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Others by request.

Contact:
07985 345203
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Club Coach

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Samantha Forde

Qualification:
LTA Accredited Level 4 Coach           

Hourly rate:
£40

Contact:
07739436225
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Social Tennis

We have a number of opportunities for players of all ages who enjoy playing some social, friendly, regular doubles. Wednesday 20:00-22:00 (winter) and 18:30-20:30 (summer) is our ever-popular weekly mix in, and is available to any adult rackets member at the club. Can’t make it during the week? We also have Social Sundays 14:00-16:00.

Tuesday 13:30-16:00 and Friday 14:00-16:00 sees our vibrant veterans take to the courts for some doubles, often followed up with a drink and a chat in our serve café bar! This is open to anyone aged 45+! 

All of these sessions can be booked via your club solutions account or by calling reception.

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Ladies Member Rotas

If you are lady looking to meet some new friends and have a regular match-up organised for you, then look no further than our Ladies Member rotas, which run every weekday morning.

Email: [email protected]

Matchplay Tennis

If you are looking for something a little more competitive, there are several opportunities throughout the year, including Winter Matchplay, Box Leagues and Team Tennis. Contact us to get involved.

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Junior Coaching

We have a wide-ranging programme available for our Junior members aged 4-18. Catering from first timers, through to those who may go on to join our performance programme, or simply enjoy tennis as a hobby, our junior programme has been the first stage on the journey of thousands of tennis players. Each session is delivered according to our programme values of ‘Fun’ ‘Movement’ and ‘Growth’. Lessons run throughout the week and weekends with free taster sessions available. Get in touch to find out more.

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Adult Tennis Coaching

Our thriving coaching programme continues all the way through to adult coaching. With coaching available most days of the week, led by our expert team, there is something for everyone. To find the right session for you. Contact us to get started.

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Padel at ILTSC

Social Padel

Bookings of up to 90 minutes can be made on our Padel court so you can pay and play with friends and family. 

Rackets and Full members can make bookings up to 2 weeks in advance via your ClubSolution login.

Fitness and non-members can book up to 5 days in advance with bookings made via reception.

The Club offers a range of fun socials and matchplay opportunities. Weekly socials can be booked via ClubSolution. To get involved with matchplay rotas and box leagues, contact us

[email protected]

Padel Coaching

Whether you’re new to the sport or are looking to fine-tune your skills, our Padel Coaches are on hand to teach you all you need to know! To book a session today, contact our coaches directly.

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Our Padel Coaches

Head Coach

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Nicky Horn

Qualification:
LTA Padel Instructor and BPCA Padel coach

Hourly rate:
£30 per hour

Days worked:
Tuesdays/Wednesdays

Contact Details:
[email protected]

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Senior Club TENNIS & PADEL Coach

Adam

Adam Whiteley

Qualification:
LTA Accredited

Hourly rate:
Varied

Days worked:
Monday-Saturday

Contact details:
07944955453
[email protected]

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Squash & Racketball

Social and competitive play

If you’re new to the Club, our socials and internal leagues are a great way to meet new members. Our Racketball social runs from 09:00-12:00 every Wednesday, bookable via ClubSolution.

Squash Box Leagues run throughout the year and are a great opportunity to get some match practice. If you want to take the next competitive step, there are also opportunities to play for our Squash Team! To get involved with either, contact us at [email protected]

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Squash Coaching

Whether you’re new to squash or looking to fine-tune your skills, our resident Squash Coach Robbie is on hand. To book a session, contact Robbie directly.

Robbie also runs Junior Squash Coaching weekly, Wednesdays 16:00-16:45. Bookable via ClubSolution

Email Robbie: [email protected]

Kyle Brassington: Head Coach

My Tennis Background:

I started playing at the age of 7 at Ilkley Lawn Tennis & Squash Club, moving up through the ranks in the club and beyond. I have represented the Yorkshire men’s 1st team since 2005 and was a touring professional on the ATP/ITF tour reaching a career high of 810 in the world and 10 in the UK. My coaching journey started while I was still competing in 2010. I worked in some of the largest performance centres in the North of England before taking a role of Head of Performance tennis at ILTSC in 2014. I started my current role of Head Coach in September 2023. 

My Role at the club:

I am involved in all areas of Tennis at the club. But a great deal of my day to day is spent running and delivering the club’s performance programme, which with my playing background is an area of Tennis at the club that I feel a particular affinity with, having come through this programme myself.Alongside this I am always very happy to work with all members to achieve their individual Tennis goals. I am also on hand to provide new member Tennis inductions and to assist Team captains throughout the year!

My Philosophy:

I believe in keeping things personal and practical. My coaching philosophy centres around customising lessons to fit each player’s unique needs. Understanding what players want to achieve is at the core of what I do. I strive to be the kind of coach who provides individualised attention, communicates clearly, and fosters a supportive team environment. My goal is to empower players on their journey to reaching their personal goals.

Jo Craven: Senior Performance Coach

My Tennis Background:

I have over 12 years coaching experience & began coaching after a successful playing career.

In my playing career I achieved ITF World rankings in both singles and doubles, was British Junior number 1 & represented GB before going to play College Tennis in the USA on a Tennis Scholarship. I have played for Yorkshire for many years & I captained the Yorkshire Ladies Team for the last 5 years helping Yorkshire win the famous County Cup Race in 2022. I still enjoy competing now & continue to represent Yorkshire in the Over 35’s.

My Role at the Club:

Coming from a strong playing background my main role at the club is working within the Junior Performance programme. I also coach adult intermediate and advanced groups at the club & have a wealth of experience coaching all ages and abilities.

My Philosophy:

Having played at the highest levels myself, I have an in-depth knowledge of what is required to reach the top levels of the game as both a senior and Junior. With this, alongside my passion and enthusiasm for the sport, I firmly believe I can help anyone improve & reach their full potential, and I take great pride and enjoyment in doing so on a daily basis here at ILTSC.

Jack Pullan: Lead Mini Tennis Performance Coach

My Tennis Background:

First team men’s and mixed Harrogate district league from the age of 15.

Coached at various premier venues in the north including David Lloyd Harrogate, Ripon tennis centre and Ampleforth college.

My role at ILTSC:

I coach a mixed level of player here at the club, including adult group and individual sessions up to team level.

I also take a lot of our under 8s development sessions including talent ID groups and leading our monthly U8 matchplays, as well as working with our U10 performance players. 

My philosophy:

To me coaching means unlocking a growth mindset and embracing mistakes while consistently aiming for better. I believe a player always has room to improve regardless of age and or ability.

Adam Whitely: Senior Club Coach

My Tennis Background:

My involvement in tennis began as an 11 year old here at ILTSC being coached by my dad. At 16 I was part of an Ilkley junior team that finished 4th in the country at the Rover National League Finals, and made my first appearance for the Ilkley 1st team ages 17.

I also represented Leeds Metropolitan University during my 3 years studying there.

My coaching career began at John Charles Centre for Sport before joining ILTSC. With over 14 years experience I have delivered a wide range of classes including disability, schools, under 10 performance, tennis express, cardio tennis and tennis tykes.

My Role at ILTSC:

My role at ILTSC is to deliver development group coaching squads for both juniors and adults, as well as individual coaching sessions for all ages


My Coaching Philosophy

I believe that my long standing association with the club, where I developed my own passion for tennis, equips me well to teach others and inspire them to enjoy the sport, whilst maximising their potential.

Chris Wheeler: Senior Club Coach

My tennis background:

I came into tennis relatively late having played numerous sports to a high level. I am the youngest in a family of four where sport has been our life really! I terms of playing I’ve represented the club’s 1st team and even have my name on the honours board in doubles! (I had a good partner!) I have coached for twenty years and have been at the club since 2005.

My role at ILTSC:

My main role at the club is on the development side of things. This includes coaching Children and Adults on a daily basis. I am also involved in the schools outreach programme and delivering sports camps. I am also qualified to help in the performance programme if needed.


My coaching philosophy:

A simple one really: Educate and enjoy. I want to help anyone who is keen to learn, but for me having fun in the process is key.

Michael Smith: Club Coach

My Tennis Background:

I have played from the age of seven but from the age of sixteen to twenty six I was lucky enough to head into full time training both here at ILTSC and at Leeds Beckett university. I have competed all around the country in British Tour events but where I really excelled was playing University tennis in a team environment!

My Role at ILTSC:

My role is a mixture of leading and assisting in the development programme, as well as assisting within our Performance Programme. With individual lessons I cater from beginner/entry level all the way through to performance players regularly playing tournaments.


My Philosophy:

“Every journey starts with a single step” so whether you are a beginner or a consistent tournament player I will help you with the appropriate steps you can make to reach your goals.

Colin Campbell: Club Coach

My Tennis Background:

I have been playing tennis for over 45 years. During my policing career I played for the West Yorkshire Police at regional and national levels and still represent Great Britain at the World Police & Fire Games around the world, winning gold medals in both singles and doubles. I have played for Yorkshire as a veteran, and have captained and played for Ilkley in the Leeds League 1st Team, Yorkshire League 1st Team and National League 1st Team. I have won the Over 45 singles at the Club Championships five times, and the doubles seven times. I have been a Club Coach at Ilkley for twelve years.

My Role at ILTSC:

I am a Club Coach, having coached all stages from Mini Red to Full Ball. I also provide individual lessons for children and adults.


My Coaching Philosophy:

That sounds a bit pretentious. My style and strengths? Same goes for that. I do know how to play tennis, and I know how to make others play better. I love tennis. I love watching it, playing it and coaching it. Enthusiasm is my biggest strength. So, there you go; one out of three isn’t bad.

Samantha Forde: Club Coach

My Tennis Background:

I competed as a junior and senior at national and international levels and trained in the national squad for a number of years and won many tournaments at all levels. I have worked at several clubs and centres across London-Yorkshire

My Role at ILTSC:

I currently run the Outreach adult groups on a Saturday morning.

Available for Junior and Adult individual lessons.


My Coaching Philosophy:

I have covered all levels and areas of coaching, from full time players, performance to beginners. I have coached Juniors-Adults and enjoy taking individuals and groups of all ages and standards.

Tennis Social Calendar

Tennis Social Calendar

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Tennis Coaching Calendar

Padel Socials & Coaching Calendar

Padel socials and coaching timetable

Nicky Horn: Head Coach

My playing and coaching background:

Racket sports are my background – from tennis when Ilkley’s clubhouse was a wooden shed, to squash when Jonah Barrington gave me his racket. I first played padel with friends in Spain and then Yorkshire started opening padel courts and I was hooked. I have coached and taught racket sports for over 20 years – 13 years at Ampleforth College as head of Girls Games, Assistant Head of Middle School. I play padel and squash at representative age group for England and GB – it’s fun. Padel is just growing and growing and I am fortunate enough to be on the track with it.

My role at Ilkley:

To help the Head of Rackets in promoting padel to all members at Ilkley. I love padel and so am delighted to share my knowledge and enthusiasm to all members at the club. In addition to coaching and I am keen to help members play as much as possible at the club, as a team and representing the club at tournaments beyond Ilkley. In addition, with my squash background I am running some Racketball sessions for females and playing squash in the leagues.

My coaching philosophy:

Understand the player in front of me and helping them enjoy the game to achieve the best they can from the sport

Our Fitness Classes

Align Yoga

A gentle way to reset your week- mobility and yin yoga combined to deeply enhance your practice. Stretching out deeper tissues using props and modifications with a soothing relaxation.

Ape-X Hybrid

Our outdoor HYROX style class is perfect for those wanting to test their strength and resilience! Open to all abilities and experience levels, get stuck in and enjoy.

Bodypump™

Using light to moderate weights with lots of repetition, BODYPUMP gives you a total body workout. It will burn up to 540 calories**. Instructors will coach you through the scientifically-backed moves and techniques pumping out encouragement, motivation and great music – helping you achieve much more than on your own! You’ll leave the class feeling challenged and motivated, ready to come back for more.

Bodyattack ™

We combine athletic movements like running, lunging and jumping with strength exercises such as push-ups and squats. A LES MILLS™ instructor will pump out energizing tunes and lead you through the workout – challenging your limits in a good way, burning up to 555 calories** and leaving you with a sense of achievement.

Boxercise

Life gets pretty stressful sometimes and there’s no better way to get rid of stress than beat the heck out of some pads! Boxercise is a fantastic all over body workout but on top of all the physical benefits you find a sense of confidence that may not have had before.

Corrective Yoga

A moderate-intensity workout that blends dynamic flow with functional strength. Expect to sweat as we wake up muscles that have switched off from sitting and poor posture. We’ll use movement patterns that may feel unusual at first but are designed to correct imbalances and retrain the body to move well. Every session will leave you feeling stronger and more balanced.

Dynamic Strength

Power meets precision! Ignite your morning with a full-body workout that blends dumbbells, gliders, and resistance bands to challenge your muscles in every direction. This class builds strength, stability and sculpted control through smooth, dynamic movements that keep your core engaged from start to finish. Expect to slide, lift and lengthen your way to a stronger, more balanced body- all in under an hour.

Easy Rider

Great for beginners wanting to give spin a go but have always been put off by the intensity.

Energise

Boost your energy with a dynamic mix of cardio, strength training and core exercises, all set to motivating music. This full-body workout will improve fitness, build endurance and lift your mood.

Inferno Pilates

A high-intensity, low-impact class based on Pilates principles. Blending the core-strengthening and controlled movements of Pilates with bursts of high-energy cardio activity. This full-body session is designed to elevate your heart rate, burn calories and build lean muscle, while also improving flexibility, posture and cardiovascular health.

LBT

Legs, Bums and Tums. A classic making a resurgence due to the fact it nails all the areas people care about. If you’re after a class that targets any of life’s important parts this is the one for you! suitable for all levels of fitness.

LIFT

LIFT is the perfect class for anyone wanting to focus on weight training, building muscle and perfecting form. Our gym instructors will guide you through specific exercises on a personal level- with only 8 people per class.

Metafit™

Body weight training. TONE muscle, BOOST metabolism and ultimately, BURN FAT with Metafit. Our 30 minute workout will set your metabolism on fire and seriously change your body shape.

Metcon

A high-intensity functional training class built around short, powerful workouts designed to push your limits. Using a mix of dumbells, kettlebells, and cardio equipment like rowers, bikes and ski ergs, each session focuses on improving strength, endurance and overall athletic performance. Scalable for all fitness levels Metcon is perfect for anyone looking to train with purpose and intensity.

Move freely  

Improves muscle tone and flexibility, using weights bands and body weight exercises. Fantastic class for the older adult and those returning to fitness. it is truly a class everyone can benefit from.

Peak Posture

Pilates based exercise class focusing on correct postural alignment and combating large amounts of time chained to the office desk. You work at a desk 8 hours a day, drive home, sit at the dinner table, sit on the sofa and wonder why everything hurts when you try exercise? You need this class.

Pilates 

A mat-based fitness-Pilates class emphasizing precise movements to activate, isolate and stabilize core muscles while improving posture, flexibility, balance and strength.

Pilates Foundations

Pilates foundations will allow you to build your knowledge and develop your skills in basic Pilates, no matter the level. A great place to start when it comes to beginning your Pilates journey.

Pilates For Sport

Incorporating specific Pilates movements designed to compliment sporting moves, this class is perfect for any runners, rackets players and golfers alike. 

PIYO

PiYo combines the muscle-sculpting, core-firming benefits of Pilates with the strength and flexibility benefits of yoga. It’s a true fat-burning, low-impact program that’ll get you incredibly defined. no equipment needed and lots of fun.

Power Up

Power Up focuses on toning and sculpting your body using a combination of bodyweight exercises and light weights. It’s an excellent choice for those looking to enhance muscle definition.

Pulse Pilates

Pulse Pilates is a fast, fun filled Pilates class, designed to get your pulse racing and into your fat burning mode. Plenty of classic Pilates moves you know and love, with lots of pulsing to intensify your workout.

Purestretch

Purestretch stretching classes are designed to move and stretch the entire body whilst giving the core a really good workout. Classes are stimulating, light hearted and choreographed in such a way that all levels of fitness can attend and enjoy.

Spin

A highly motivating cardiovascular and strength workout done on a stationary bike. Time to get a serious sweat on!

Spin Express

A 30min spin session with a shorter warm up and a shorter cooldown to get straight into the action! Think roadrunner on steroids

Strength and Strike

A dynamic 60 minute class designed to increase strength, improve fitness and introduce you to boxing techniques. Comprising of 25 minutes of strength and conditioning plus, 35 minutes of pad-work, this class is perfect for anyone looking to develop new skills and techniques.

Strong Start

Kickstart your day with purpose! Strong start is a dynamic fitness class combining resistance training and bodyweight exercises to energise your morning and build full body strength. Excellent for muscular endurance and calorie expenditure. Suitable for all levels, this class is designed to leave you feeling strong and focussed for the day ahead.

Total Tone 

20 minutes HIIT, 20 minutes strength, 20 minutes core. A total body workout class designed to cover all elements of fitness to provide great muscle tone and endurance.

Velocity

Small group training held in the fitness annex. The small group is led by one of our personal trainers through a series of exercises with aim of burning some series calories in 30mins. It will be using every tool at our disposal in the gym; Trx, slam balls, assault bikes, kettlebells to mention but a few. Due to the size of the group you will receive more tuition on correct form and hopefully have some fun at the same time!

Yoga

Dru Yoga is a graceful and potent form of yoga, based on flowing movements, directed breathing and visualisation. Its foundations are set deeply in ancient yogic tradition; Dru works on the Body, mind and spirit – improving strength and flexibility.

Hatha Yoga

A Yoga class described as ‘Hatha’ will typically involve a set of physical postures (yoga poses) and breathing techniques. These are practiced more slowly and with more static holds than a Vinyasa flow or Ashtanga class.

Vinyasa Yoga

Vinyasa Yoga is a style of yoga that is practiced linking conscious breath with fluid movement. A number of yoga poses are linked together in a sequence which flows together a little bit like dance. The breath is controlled and directs the timing and co-ordination of the movement in flow.