Coaching Team

Meet our Coaching Team - We're here to help you get the most out of your tennis and enjoy your time at Branksome Park Tennis.

Aaron Russell - Head Coach

Aaron became Head Coach back in 2016 and took charge of running the tennis facility. Since then he has overseen the complete refurbishment of the club with x5 newly surfaced courts, floodlight installation, car park improvements and the construction of the onsite Café which has made Branksome Park one of the best award winning outdoor clubs in the county. Aaron has over 17 years coaching experience and has a many more plans and developments installed for Branksome in the future.

"As Head Coach my vision is for a quality, vibrant and welcoming tennis club for the entire community. Being voted Best Community Club for 2018 & 2021 was a fantastic achievement and we aim to continue this good work. I aim to get the most out of my players on court in an enjoyable & challenging environment that is open and inclusive for the entire community."

LTA Accredited +
Contact: 07717 858691
1hour: £40 / 45mins: £30 / 30mins: £20

Anna Sharp - Club Coach

Anna has played to a high standard so understands what is required at all levels, whether you want to play for fun and improve your fitness or want to compete and reach your full potential, she is able to help. 

Her achievements include being No. 1 in Dorset under 18's. Achieved a Rating of 1.2 by the age of 17 & competes for the Dorset Ladies County Team. She has also captained junior county teams.

LTA Accredited
Contact: 07525 431267
1hour: £40 / 45mins: £30 / 30mins: £20

Lauren Hill - Club Coach

Lauren has been playing for over 20 years and has been a tennis coach for the past 14 years so brings with her a huge amount of experience to the team. Lauren has captained and co-captained Junior County Cups and has played herself at Junior Nationals.

LTA Accredited
Contact Number: 07590 263234
1hour: £40 / 45mins: £30 / 30mins: £20

Andy Russell - Club Coach

Andy has been coaching for nearly 20years. In his time coaching he has coached Dorset 10u and 12u county squads, and taught a number of juniors who have gone on to play at national and international level.

He was Head Coach at Downton Tennis Club before joining us at Branksome Park Tennis. Andy achieved a 3.2 rating and represented Dorset at 16u and 18u. 

 LTA Accredited
Contact: 07866 584977
1hour: £40 / 45mins: £30 / 30mins: £20

Brian McFadden - Club Coach

Brian joined our team in 2021 after successful running East Dorset Tennis Club for over 14years and brings a wealth of experience with him. Brian has many career achievements but to name but a few Brian is the current coach to Louis Allen who is playing the men’s ITF World Tour, has coached Samantha Murry & Scott Dickson who both played junior Wimbledon, has been a Team GB Coach travelling with junior players at numerous international events worldwide, U16 & U18 Junior Davis Cup Captain in Spain & Poland. Furthermore Brian was Cheshire’s County Performance Coach for 10years and Director of Tennis Chris Lane Tennis & Health Club for 10years.

USPTA qualified & LTA Accredited
Contact: 07930 454764
1hour: £45 / 45mins: £34 / 30mins: £23
(Discount for Regular Lessons / Bulk Booking available)