Private tennis lessons and coaching in Cumming, Alpharetta, Milton, Gainesville, Braselton and North Georgia

Your game has a ceiling. It isn’t talent.

Talent is how fast a student absorbs and implements the coaching. Talented players scale faster — good coaching is the gas.

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Assessments are one-hour on court — $120 (usually $140)

25+Years coaching
PTRProfessional Level
5.0Google rating
20+Five-star reviews

Most players practice, thinking practice makes perfect. Practice makes permanent. Perfect practice, technically sound fundamentals, and stroke development are by far the most important aspect in a player’s ceiling.

Perfect practice makes perfect.

Coach Parker · PTR Certified Professional Level in (High) Performance

What we can do together

Three ways to work

Every one of them starts with the same assessment, so you know exactly what you’re buying before you buy it.

01

Private lessons

Full hour, just you. The fastest way to change something that’s been broken for years, because nothing gets missed.

  • 60 or 90 minutes
  • Stroke-by-stroke technical work
  • Written plan between lessons

$140 / hour

02

Semi-private

Two or three players at a similar level. Live-ball drilling you simply can’t replicate alone, at a lower cost per head.

  • 2–3 players
  • Point-play under pressure
  • Bring your own partner or I’ll match you

$75 / player / hour

03

Junior development

For players aiming at high school, UTR, or a college roster. Technical work now, so the ceiling is higher later.

  • Ages 9–18
  • Tournament and UTR planning
  • Parent progress reports

$140 / hour

The method

Four steps, six weeks

No mystery, no open-ended lesson packages. You’ll know what we’re fixing and how we’ll know it worked.

We see where you actually are

One hour, $120. You hit, I watch, and I tell you what I see — mechanics, footwork, decisions. Nearly every player is surprised by at least one thing on that list.

We name the three things

Not thirty. Three. The specific habits costing you the most points — ranked, so you know what we attack first and why.

We rebuild them

Six to eight weeks of focused work, with something concrete to practise between sessions. Change feels awkward before it feels fast.

We pressure-test it

Live points, scoreboard on. A stroke that only holds up in a feeding drill hasn’t actually changed yet.

Coach Parker on court
Alpharetta, Georgia

Who you’d be working with

Coach Parker

Twenty-five years in this game, including time as a tennis director and years spent working under coaches who have trained Grand Slam winners. What all of it taught me is that more reps were never the answer. The players who actually improved were the ones who changed something specific.

So that’s all I do now. I take a small number of players, I find the thing that’s costing them, and we fix it properly — which is slower at first and much faster in the end.

  • PTR Certified Professional Level in (High) Performance
  • Former tennis director
  • Trained under multiple Grand Slam coaches and winners
  • 25+ years coaching, juniors through advanced adults

What players say

Results, in their words

5.0 across 20 Google reviews — every one of them five stars.

★★★★★
My son played competitive tennis for years and we struggled to find the right coach. I played tennis as a junior as well and knew what we were looking for but time and time again were disappointed. My son’s buddy began winning tournament after tournament and we knew he loved his coach. When his group had an opening for one junior, we jumped on it. Our search was finally over once we found Coach Robert. He is truly unbelievable. My son was in a group with several kids and each one of them listened intently and respected Coach Robert at every practice. They wanted to give it their all and they looked forward the lessons and drills. It was one of the highlights of junior tennis. My son’s game improved tremendously. He was finally enjoying the sport and learning techniques that he will use in years to come. Coach treated each kid like he/she was his own and knew each one personally. My son still treasures the time he had with Coach Robert and it definitely shaped the person he is today. If you have the opportunity to have this one of a kind coach train your child, don’t hesitate.
Paige M. · Google review
★★★★★
Robert is an incredible tennis coach who has helped completely elevate my game. He possesses a rare combination of deep technical knowledge, structural insight, and the ability to explain mechanics and strategies in ways that click immediately. Every lesson is highly engaging, purposeful, and tailored to my individual goals. Regardless of your skill level, if you want to take your overall game to the next level, I cannot recommend Robert highly enough!
Brady H. · Google review
★★★★★
Coach Parker is a tennis coach that is exceptional in making sure that one’s foundation and technical skills are strong. He is everything that you would want in a coach - tailoring drills/skill test to what you need, a great listener, is committed to your growth and development and is extremely professional. Our family first met Coach Parker at a park where he was training a young person. My husband and I stood and watched his interaction. After the lesson, we introduced ourself and he started coaching our daughter from elementary school into high school. One of my top memories is he told us that he is going to teach her how to serve just like the professionals, it will take some work and time, but the payoff will be well worth it! Blackburn Tennis Center has her on their instagram page showing how to serve. Coach Robert’s teaching has served our daughter well in tournaments and will continue as she move into college tennis.
J W · Google review
★★★★★
I train with Robert Parker and have had an amazing experience! Highly recommend!! Great teacher, patient and tailors sessions according to my needs and learning style. He’s not just going to feed you balls and watch you hit. That’s what a ball machine is for! He takes the time to listen to you and examine your game. His constant feedback and encouragement have really improved my strokes and game play. My slice backhand was a complete wreck but it’s become a weapon and I love it!
Russ G. · Google review
★★★★★
Coach Robert is an exceptional tennis coach. He has a unique talent in being able to identify areas for improvement in a player’s game and to teach technical concepts in a way that is digestable, actionable, and appropriately challenging. He is also a good guy that is personable and makes the lessons enjoyable. I’d highly recommend.
Sj Lee · Google review
★★★★★
I highly recommend North Georgia Performance Tennis and Robert! His knowledge of the game, professionalism, and excellence in the sport truly stand out. His experience and understanding of tennis make him an exceptional coach and a great resource for any player looking to improve their game — whether you are an adult beginner or a parent looking for a coach for your child, you will be in good hands!
Ornella D. · Google review
★★★★★
Robert is the best tennis coach I have ever encountered over that past 15 years. He is extremely detailed orientated in his training and also cares about his students. I highly recommend Robert for any tennis lessons you are seeking for the present or future. Best, David
David C. · Google review
★★★★★
Robert coached me from the very first time I picked up a racquet all the way through earning a Division I college tennis scholarship — something I never could have achieved without his guidance. What sets him apart as a coach is his technical precision. He has an incredible eye for mechanics and always knew exactly what needed fixing and how to fix it. Training at his academy, I was pushed to compete at the highest level while developing a rock-solid foundation of fundamentals that held up against the best competition in the country. If you’re serious about improving your game, whether you’re a beginner or a competitive junior, North Georgia Performance Tennis is the real deal. He’s not just a great coach, he’s someone who truly invests in his players for the long haul.
GT_ Parker · Google review
★★★★★
Robert coached me for several years and pushed me past my limits. Very knowledgeable and experienced coach, and keeps his methods updated with the changes in the game. Would highly recommend!
Adam L. · Google review
★★★★★
Robert Parker is a knowledgeable, experienced and effective tennis coach. He coaches in ways that are easy to follow and that really improve your game. I highly recommend him.
Penn P. · Google review
★★★★★
Great with kids, really knows his stuff. I appreciated how much energy and care went into each lesson. You can tell he’s truly invested in his students’ progress!
A.R. · Google review
★★★★★
Fantastic coach. Knowledgeable, patient and engaging. Highly recommend whether you’re an absolute beginner or D1! Can’t speak highly enough.
Nicole B. · Google review
★★★★★
Very thoughtful and caring instructor. Understands your challenges and adapts to your personal play style which was great!
em pee · Google review
★★★★★
Coach Parker is the best. Super patient and has helped me with my game so much!
Jody F. · Google review
★★★★★
Robert Thanh Parker is One of a dedicated instruction.
Kim D. · Google review
★★★★★
Fantastic tennis coach! Highly recommend.
Amy B. · Google review
★★★★★
The best of the best!!
Melissa M. · Google review
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The assessment · $120

Let’s find your three things

A full hour on court for $120. You’ll leave knowing exactly what’s holding your game down — whether or not you ever book another lesson.

  • An honest read on your mechanics
  • A written summary within 24 hours
  • Honest answer on whether I’m the right coach for you
  • It stands alone — no package required

I reply personally within one business day. Your details are never shared or sold.

Before you ask

Common questions

What do I get for the $120 assessment?

A full hour on court. You hit, I watch, and I tell you exactly what I see — then you get it in writing within 24 hours. It isn’t a sales call with a racquet: you can take that plan away and work on it alone. And if I’m not the right coach for what you need, I’ll say so and point you somewhere better.

I’m a complete beginner. Is that a problem?

It’s an advantage. Beginners have no bad habits to unlearn, which makes the first year of progress genuinely fast.

Where do lessons take place?

I coach across Cumming, Dawsonville, Alpharetta, Milton, Oakwood, Braselton, Flowery Branch and Gainesville, at whichever court is most convenient for you. Exact locations get confirmed when we book.

Do I need my own racquet?

Not necessarily — I bring demos and balls. If you continue, I’ll help you pick a racquet that suits your swing rather than whatever was on sale.

How often should I train?

Once a week changes things. Twice a week changes them roughly three times faster, because you re-enter each session before the last one has faded.

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