14/07/2025
🎾 NEW COACH ALERT – MICHAEL "OLD MIKE" HUGHES JOINS THE TEAM! 🎾
We’re beyond excited to welcome a coaching powerhouse to Sickle Ave Tennis Coaching — please meet Michael “Old Mike” Hughes!
🏆 One of Brisbane’s most sought-after tennis coaches has just made the move to the Gold Coast… and he’s bringing 25+ years of experience, an unstoppable passion for the game, and enough energy to power a night match at the AO!
🎯 Here’s what “Old Mike” brings to the court:
✅ APTCA Level 1 & 2 Qualified
✅ First Aid / CPR / Blue Card
✅ Ran his own successful coaching business for 8 years
✅ Coached ranked players in Germany (yes, the real deal 🇩🇪)
✅ Specialist in coaching ALL levels – from Hot Shots to Adults & Squads
✅ Trainer of junior coaches & lesson plan wizard
✅ Worked in both large academies & community centres
💬 “I coach beginners to adults and love helping new players fall in love with the game. Two things I guarantee: you’ll have fun and you’ll get better.”
Whether you’re just starting out or grinding in squads, Michael brings high energy, great vibes, and serious coaching chops. Plus, he’s a proud dad of five, husband to Leesa, and someone who truly loves helping people grow through tennis.
📍 Now coaching at Sickle Ave Tennis Courts, Hope Island
📞 [Insert phone number]
📩 Message us to book your FREE trial session!
🌐 [Insert website or booking link]
💥 Spots will fill quickly — come see what all the hype is about!
14/07/2025
🎾 NEW COACH ALERT – MICHAEL "OLD MIKE" HUGHES JOINS THE TEAM! 🎾
We’re beyond excited to welcome a coaching powerhouse to Sickle Ave Tennis Coaching — please meet Michael “Old Mike” Hughes!
🏆 One of Brisbane’s most sought-after tennis coaches has just made the move to the Gold Coast… and he’s bringing 25+ years of experience, an unstoppable passion for the game, and enough energy to power a night match at the AO!
🎯 Here’s what “Old Mike” brings to the court:
✅ APTCA Level 1 & 2 Qualified
✅ First Aid / CPR / Blue Card
✅ Ran his own successful coaching business for 8 years
✅ Coached ranked players in Germany (yes, the real deal 🇩🇪)
✅ Specialist in coaching ALL levels – from Hot Shots to Adults & Squads
✅ Trainer of junior coaches & lesson plan wizard
✅ Worked in both large academies & community centres
💬 “I coach beginners to adults and love helping new players fall in love with the game. Two things I guarantee: you’ll have fun and you’ll get better.”
Whether you’re just starting out or grinding in squads, Michael brings high energy, great vibes, and serious coaching chops. Plus, he’s a proud dad of five, husband to Leesa, and someone who truly loves helping people grow through tennis.
📍 Now coaching at Sickle Ave Tennis Courts, Hope Island
📞 0428887167
📩 Message us to book your tennis experience
💥 Spots will fill quickly — come see what all the hype is about!
06/06/2025
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06/05/2025
Tennis Coach Wanted – No Experience Necessary!
Are you a tennis enthusiast with a passion for helping others? We’re looking for an energetic and motivated individual to join our team as a Tennis Coach – no prior coaching experience required!
What we offer:
• On-the-job training – learn as you go!
• Training incentives and development opportunities
• 20 hours per week to start, with the potential to increase
• Supportive and fun environment
Requirements:
• A genuine love for tennis
• Over 18 years of age
• Available Monday to Friday, 3pm–7pm and Saturday, 7am–11am
• Reasonably flexible with hours
• Must hold (or be willing to obtain) a Blue Card and Police Check
Whether you’re looking to start a new career or turn your passion into something more, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Apply now and serve up a rewarding new role!
Contact Mike Ahearn for further details on
0428887167
06/09/2023
School Holiday Camp enrolments are now open.
Please contact Mike 0428887167 or Elijah 0415752580 to confirm your position.
01/06/2022
I would like to thank the outgoing committee members for their hard work and introduce some of our new office bearers: (L-R) Cindy (Treasurer), Silvana (Secretary) and Sam (President).
19/03/2022
Nadal survives Kyrgios challenge in Indian Wells battle
Nick Kyrgios' best run at ATP Masters 1000 level in more than four years has ended in the quarterfinals.
07/03/2022
Australia Into Davis Cup Final Stages With Rousing Comeback Victory
Lleyton Hewitt's side were forced to come back from an early deficit after doubles pairing John Peers and Luke Saville suffered a shock straight sets loss in their early tie to Fabian Marozsan and Mate Valkusz, handing the Hungarians a 2-1 lead.