James Cloney, head coach at KPLTC
Meet the coach

James Cloney

Tennis Coach

James is a Tennis Ireland Level 1 qualified coach with over 10 years of playing experience and 4 years of coaching players of all ages and abilities. He is an enthusiastic, energetic and professional coach who is passionate about player development and delivering engaging, high-quality, results-focused coaching.

His coaching philosophy focuses on building solid technique, improving tactical awareness, developing match confidence and helping every player reach their potential in a positive and enjoyable environment. Whether you're picking up a racket for the first time, preparing for league competition or looking to elevate your overall game, James creates sessions that are challenging, enjoyable and designed to deliver measurable improvement.

James coaches regularly at KPLTC and also offers private lessons, Cardio Tennis, junior camps and adult coaching programmes through PlayTennis.ie and Cardiotennis.ie.

For private lessons, Cardio Tennis, junior camps and adult coaching programmes, visit: www.playtennis.ie

  • Tennis Ireland Level 1 Qualified
  • 10+ years playing experience
  • 4+ years coaching all ages & abilities
Session types

Three ways to train

Group (Adult)

Eight-week blocks, intermediate-and-above. Drills + match play.

€120 / block (member), €180 (non-member)

Individual

One-to-one, by appointment. Indoor option in winter.

€55 / hour (member), €70 (non-member)

Junior

Saturday mornings, term-time, split by age/level (7-10, 11-14).

Included in Family + Junior memberships; €120/term otherwise

Schedule

Saturdays · 09:30 - 12:00 (term-time)

Saturdays · 14:00 - 15:30 (adult group)

Individual lessons: weekday evenings + weekend mornings, by appointment.

Pricing

Block coaching is paid up front via Hello Club. Individual sessions invoiced monthly. Family memberships include the junior block for all kids.

Junior programme

Junior coaching · Saturday mornings

Term-time Saturday mornings, ages 7-14, split into two groups by age and level. Our head coach runs the programme with two assistants. Kids should bring a racquet (loaners available), water, and sun cream. Pickup is at 12:00 at the courts.

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