ACADEMY PROGRAMS
Regarded as the most successful Junior Tennis Coach in the US by the USTA, and many peers & players, Sly Black is internationally renowned and recognised. He has been working with top international ranked Junior Tennis Players for over 25 years. Sly coached players (Coco Gauff, Sloane Stevens, etc) that have gone on to dominate the world of tennis, and he's crafted 15 players ranked #1 in the United States.
Sly has created a well-rounded, winning formula that consists of all the elements that Junior Tennis Players need in order to follow in the footsteps of those already on the world stage.
INTERNATIONAL TENNIS SCHOOL
Full-time Academy & High School Program for dedicated Junior Players with their eyes on the future
1:1 PRIVATE TRAINING
Learn from the best, regardless of age or level: 1-on-1 private coaching by Coach Sly & his Team
HI-PERFORMANCE JUNIOR ACADEMY PROGRAMS
Full time Tennis-only Academy Program for Junior Players: weekly, monthly or annual training programs
HIGH PERFORMANCE ACADEMY TRAINING PROGRAM EXAMPLE
From US$ 800 per week
Player & Program Management
  • 20+ hours Hi-Performance Sessions per week with Sly & his Team
  • Gym & Pool Membership
  • Lockers & Towel Service
  • Local Tournament Support (ITF/LTAT/UTR)
  • S&C / Fitness / Yoga / Thai Boxing sessions available
  • International Tournament Support
  • Visa Support
ACADEMY TRAINING FUNDAMENTALS
STROKE PRODUCTION
Learning correct technique and consistency with each stroke by drilling with video observation.
FOOTWORK & MOVEMENT
Learning the correct and most efficient movement in tennis including footwork, mobility & gym work, and on-court movement.
DRILLING
Match simulations, playing patterns, consistency drills, placement and target drilling, endurance and speed training.
LIVE BALL DRILLING
Having tennis balls fed to the members by our pros with precision, working on patterns, technique, specialty shots, and conditioning.
MENTAL TOUGHNESS
Learning what to do between points, how to focus one point at a time, and learning to compete in the zone.
S&C / EXPLOSIVE POWER
Learning to move using Center-Point Theory to become a faster and more efficient player with court, track, gym and explosive workouts.
MATCH PLAY
Point simulations such as playing up, playing down, pressure sets, and playing the score.
VDO ANALYSIS
Watching match-play, stroke production, and discussing technical analysis.
FULL-TIME INTERNATIONAL TENNIS HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM
PLAY: 15+ hours Academy Training per week with Coach Sly & Team
Daily midweek Academy Training before and after school
Weekend Training & Matchplay/Tournaments
Daily school transport from the Academy to School and back
Locker-room & Shower facilities at the Academy
Training progress & player performance tracking and reporting
ITF/LTAT/UTR tournament support & tournament ranking-point tracking
Coached S&C, Footwork Training & Personal Training options
Tennis Academy Facilities
STUDY: Dual Diploma (Australian & Thai) @ STW School Hua Hin
Real School, Real Classrooms & Teachers
Australian High School Diploma issued by the Australian Government, with ATAR G11-12
2025-2026 enrolments: Grade 7-10 Dual Diploma Program (Australian Diploma & Thai Diploma)
2027 enrolments: Grade 7-12 Dual Diploma Program (Australian Diploma & Thai Diploma)
Other Grades: Cambridge English Program, ask for details
Customised Study Schedule to allow for full-time Academy Training
Student Support from the school during tournaments & travel/vacations
"Study & Play in Australia" exchange program
STAY: ACCOMMODATION & VISA SUPPORT FOR PLAYERS & FAMILIES
Education Visa Service (Student & Family) issued by real Thai School
Customised Accommodation solutions with options to fit most budgets, for players & families looking to move to and live in the beautiful coastal resort of Hua Hin
CONTACT US
+66 (0)98 194 6769
Sly Black Tennis, Arena Hua Hin, 52/52 Phet Kasem Rd, Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110 THAILAND