About Us
Our
Mission
Our goal is to provide respectful tennis coaching for all ages. If you are interested in refining your tennis play, or just learning how, will get insights into how the game is played at an optimum level.
Our Coach
Coach Fred Charlebois
Coach Fred brings a unique passion, enthusiasm, and skill set to coaching. With his background in Athletic Therapy and Exercise Science he is able to holistically inspire each player to reach their fullest potential.
He is committed to utilizing the latest technology, teaching techniques and continues his own professional development – he is a USPTA Certified Professional. His continuous learning and involvement lets him artfully help students discover and achieve their own goals on the court.
Born and raised in Montreal, Fred was a nationally ranked junior tennis player and the #1 player on his college team. After college, he spent several years playing professional golf, but tennis called him back to coaching. He began teaching youth tennis at age 15, and has since managed multiple tennis programs in Quebec, Texas, and California.
Fred and his wife moved to Santa Cruz County in 2011. He has developed a local reputation for integrating high quality, individualized coaching with a sense of humor that makes reaching goals on the court a lot of fun.
Off the court, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters, exploring the outdoors and snowboarding. Sometimes he sneaks in time with friends on the golf course.
Our Facilities
Tennis Courts
We have access to 2 hardcourts in an idyllic setting. So, there is plenty of room for classes as well as individual training.
Fitness Center
We connect to Enterprise Fitness Center. So after an invigorating tennis session, a healthy workout is just a few steps away…
reviews
testimonials
I’ve been taking lessons from the Fred at Skillztennis for about 3 years. I’ve gotten real benefits for both my fitness and my skills. I’ve had a half-dozen coaches and i truly think my strokes are better than they’ve ever been. also, my fitness is pretty good for a 74 year old…just saying.
– Scott E.
Tallia has been with Fred since she was 7 years old. He’s been not only a great coach, but a mentor. He has helped Tallia every step of the way with her tennis game and her Journey competing at a higher level, and achieving her goal to play college tennis.
Fred is patient, versatile to all levels of play and has a strong passion for the game which shows in all his lessons. We trust Fred and his knowledge of the game to work with Tallia all these years and she wouldn’t be on the journey she’s on without him.
We are truly grateful!
– Kristin and Chuck H.