KOACH KARL'S Tennis Academy
Yours for Better Tennis
Testimonials
Greg Contro
USTA High Performance Coach, USTA Junior National Coach
“Any student who has been on court with Koach Karl has not only improved as a player, but also had a great time doing it.”
Jeffrey Giraldo
Former #1 Singles & Collegiate All American, Northwestern University; 3-Time Junior National Champion; Current USTA High Performance Coach
“It is a true pleasure to be able to write this testimonial about Karl Johnson. There are a few coaches over the course of my tennis career that really stand out. Karl Johnson is one of those coaches. He made perhaps one of the most profound impacts on my development as a tennis player. Karl was both a coach and mentor of mine at Northwestern University. Karl possessed the ability to understand what truly motivated me and how to inspire confidence in both myself and as a player. This, I believe, is Karl's gift to the tennis world. The ability to reach a plyer on a very deep level and to help them learn how to believe in themselves. How to pull out the very best in that player. This is far more important than any technical skills that a lot of coaches possess since this translates to all areas of life. This is what truly nurtures the development of champions and productive adults. Karl's unbridled enthusiasm is infectious to those around him.
I feel it necessary to also comment on the technical skills that Karl has as a coach. They are obviously there. Just look at the players he has developed. And, not to mention the fact that my forehand is no longer a complete mess! I would send my son or daughter to be coached by him without a second thought. I would know that they were in great hands. Karl is both a masterful coach and a wonderful human being."
Noah Onslow
Student, age 9
"Ace! What an amazing serve. I was seven years old and I was playing tennis with other students in my tennis class. I was hitting the ball in the net so many times. I felt like a bad player when that was happening.
My coach inspired me to always work harder. He pulled me off the court to talk to me. He said to work harder and never give up. My coach cause me to be better.
Now I am very good at tennis. I am also trying harder at everything. I am feeling very good and also a good player. I feel that my coach is a nice and caring man because of that."
Magnus Gustaffson
USPTA, Director of Tennis at Louisville Country Club
“Koach Karl is a great competitor, tennis ambassador, and best in class coach.”
Pam Ryan
Parent and Coach of USTA and High School Tournament Player
"My daughter has been taking tennis lesson with Karl for several years now and we couldn’t be happier. Karl’s energy and positive attitude is absolutely infectious."