Tennis Professional

Lakeshore Sport & Fitness is Chicago's #1 Destination for Sport, Fitness & Fun! Check out all we have to offer here: https://www.lakeshoresf.com/join-our-team/. This position is at our Lincoln Park location.

Team Member Perks!

• Complimentary Family Membership 
• Complimentary Child Care for Staff Children
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401K
• Employee Financial Relief Program 
• Daily Discounted Employee Meal Program
• Winter and Summer Team Member Celebrations 
• Entrepreneurial and collaborative team environment
• 50% off club services
• Free Parking

Are you a passionate and skilled tennis professional who thrives in a dynamic environment? Lakeshore Sport & Fitness is looking for a Tennis Pro to join our team. If you’re committed to excellence, love working with players of all levels, and bring energy and fun to every class, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead engaging and high-energy group classes for all skill levels, making every session enjoyable and interactive.
• Ability to coach adults and kids at varying levels from beginner to 4.0. 
• Provide private lessons tailored to individual player needs, ensuring growth and improvement.
• Maintain a professional and punctual presence, creating a positive and respectful atmosphere for members.
• Foster excellent customer service relationships, ensuring every player feels valued and motivated.
• Demonstrate high-level tennis skills and a strong ability to coach effectively, adapting to different learning styles and needs.
• Collaborate with the team to develop new programs and keep the tennis offerings fresh and exciting.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experienced in teaching tennis and passionate about the sport.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on customer service and member satisfaction.
• Ability to work well with a wide range of ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced players.
• A positive, enthusiastic, and engaging coach who can make learning tennis fun!
• Flexible and open to coaching both group lessons and one-on-one private lessons.
• A team player with a commitment to the success and growth of the tennis program at Lakeshore Sport & Fitness.

Requirements:

• Professional tennis certification (PTR, USPTA, or similar certification preferred).
• Proven track record of effective teaching and coaching.
• Strong passion for tennis and the ability to inspire others.
• Availability for both group classes and private lessons.