Master Your Game with
1-on-1 Instruction
Accelerate your development with focused, personalized attention. Our coaching sessions are designed to correct habits in real-time and build a technical foundation for long-term success.
Custom Strategy
Training modules tailored specifically to your competitive goals and playing style.
Rapid Results
Achieve more in one hour of dedicated coaching than weeks of traditional group clinics.
Your Schedule
Premium flexibility with morning, evening, and weekend slots available year-round.
Private Lesson Options (1-on-1)
Elite Professional: Specialists for all levels including high-performance players. 10+ years coaching experience.
Associate Professional: Highly qualified for technical refinement and consistent training. 10+ years playing experience.
Hitting Sessions: 50-minute rally sessions for levels 2.5+. High volume repetition with no technical instruction.
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1-on-1 RallyLooking to bring a partner?
Semi-private lessons (2 players) are handled via request to ensure coach availability for your group.
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Train with a partner of similar ability to focus on doubles strategy or shared technical goals. Please submit a request and our staff will coordinate a time that works for your group.
MEET THE COACHES
SANTIAGO MONTGOMERY | Associate Tennis Professional
Santiago brings a lifelong passion for the game to the court, having played competitively since the age of three. His journey through the sport is marked by high-level competition across all junior age divisions (12s–18s) and participation in ITF Tournaments throughout the United States.
Santiago’s development was shaped by training in the nation’s most competitive tennis hubs. He served as a full-time academy student at the Casal-Sanchez Tennis Academy in Florida and is a graduate of the Weil Tennis Academy in Southern California. This elite background led to him being recruited to play for Howard University, a Division 1 program. Having trained extensively on both American hard courts and red clay, Santiago possesses a versatile understanding of different surfaces and tactical playing styles.
Over the past three-plus years, Santiago has translated his high-level competitive experience into a successful coaching career. Through his work with Gripspin Tennis and other Bay Area organizations, he has developed a reputation for being excellent with children and effective with players of all skill levels. Whether working with beginners or competitive juniors, Santiago focuses on sharing the modern training habits and discipline he mastered at the collegiate and academy levels.
JAVON MONTGOMERY | Elite Tennis Professional
Javon has dedicated nearly 20 years to coaching tennis, working with a diverse range of players across all ages and skill levels. His approach is rooted in the biomechanics of the sport, emphasizing proper technique through the disciplined study and repetition of fundamentals.
His career is defined by a deep involvement with the United States Tennis Association (USTA). Javon has served as a Team Captain for the National Zonals Team and as an Early Development Coach Trainer for USTA NorCal. Throughout his tenure, he has successfully mentored junior players through the national tournament circuit, helping them secure placements on NCAA Division teams.
Javon is committed to continuous professional development and holds several industry-leading credentials:
RSPA Certified Professional
Registered & Certified USTA Coaching Professional
USPTA 10 and Under Certified
Whether introducing the game to new players or refining the mechanics of elite competitors, Javon focuses on building a technical foundation that supports long-term growth and athletic success.
Policies & Frequently Asked Questions
No refunds will be issued within 7 days of any scheduled lesson, clinic, or event. Refund requests must be submitted in writing to admin@gripspintennis.com with the subject line "Refund Request."
Approved refunds are subject to:
- 3% processing fee (for credit/debit card payments)
- $9 administration fee
- Note: No fees apply for cash or check payments.
24-Hour Notice: Private lessons must be canceled or rescheduled at least 24 hours in advance to avoid being charged in full. Cancellations made within the 24-hour window are non-refundable and not eligible for credit.
Sessions canceled due to rain, excessive heat (over 92°F), or poor air quality will be rescheduled. If rescheduling is not possible, a credit or refund may be offered (fees apply).
Status Updates: Text 650-499-9387 before leaving for your session. Cancellation updates are sent via email or text.
Missed Classes: Makeups are not offered for missed group classes due to illness, travel, or personal reasons. Missed classes will not be refunded or credited.
Minimum Enrollment: A minimum of 6 participants is required. If the minimum is not met, the class may be shortened or canceled.
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