tennis central
Directors
Tennis Central’s directors are Michael Watts & Laurence Hall. They bring 50+ years of technical coaching, knowledge, management & industry experience to the business. Since commencing in 2015 Tennis Central has successfully implemented the following…..
- Developments – Indoor Court, Clubhouse & Pro Shop
- Indoor Hot Shots Court – with AO surface
- Coaching Program – 200% growth
- Schools Program – expansion from 2 to 11 schools
- League Pathway – growth from 22 to 200+ players weekly
- Tour Footwork / Movement Program – with James Golfin
- Tennis NSW – 2018 Most Outstanding Tennis Club – Country
- Tennis NSW – 2019 Finalist Most Outstanding Tennis Club – Country
Tennis Central
Tennis Central provides the latest technical methodology, coaching tools, tour footwork /
movement program, training methods & complete competition pathway at the regions
premium tennis facility. Our team of passionate & inspired Tennis Aust / ATPCA Certified
coaches have ATP / WTA player & coach experience to develop starter to elite student’s
technical skills, physical / mental approach and match play. Credentials…..
- Tennis Aust / ATPCA Certified
- Working with Children Certified
- ATP / WTA Player Coach
- Club Professional / Advanced Pro Levels
- First Aid Certified
- ANZ Hot Shots Deliverer
Club Tennis Central (CTC)
Club Tennis Central is the regions premium tennis facility and is situated in the sporting
precinct of Belmont. CTC features…..
Facility:
8 Synthetic Courts – with lighting
Indoor Hot Shots Court – AO surface
Pro Shop – retail presentation
Clubhouse & BBQ Area – full amenities
Practice Wall – great training
Parking – large & convenient
Services:
Coaching – technical methodology
Tour Footwork / Movement Sessions – experience a new level
Holiday Clinics – keeping children active
Leagues – complete pathway
Memberships – free 7 day court hire
Court Hire – everyday 8:00am – 10:00pm
Pro Shop – open everyday with ‘same day’ restring service
Our Specialized Equipment:
Indoor Hot Shots Court — ultimate environment
AP Belt Training System — used by Bollettieri T.A
Sony Sensor & Video Analysis Software
2019 Babolat Racquet Station — exclusively used at Wimbledon & French Open
Our Team
Passionate & Inspired!
The Tennis Central team members all have a love of the game and are passionate & inspired to
ensure students, league players, members or pro shop customers all receive friendly &
informative service to gain a lifelong experience from playing the game of tennis.

Michael Watts (Director) – Head Coach
Michael is a passionate and astute coach. He continually researches and updates the Tennis Central team with the latest technical methodology, training methods and coaching tools to ensure all students are receiving the latest in technical skills & physical / mental development to achieve their full potential. Credentials…..
- Tennis Aust Club Professional & Hot Shots Certified
- Working with Children & First Aid Certified
- 25yrs Aust / U.S Coaching Experience
- Australian Ranked Player Coach
- Video Analysis, Bollettieri AP Belt Training & Martin Method Fitness

Laurence Hall (Director) – Coach / Business
Laurence has acquired international experience from playing, coaching, leagues & operations management. He is a passionate person who is focused on ensuring Tennis Central deliver the highest standard of service to everyone who steps into Tennis Central. Credentials…..
- Tennis Aust Club Professional & Hot Shots Certified
- Working with Children & First Aid Certified
- ATP / WTA Player Coach
- Ex ATP 300 Player
- Australian & State Titles – multiple winner

Damon Armstrong - ATPCA Graduate Pro
Damon has played tennis from an early age and has developed his tennis skills through the Tennis Central programs. He is an ATPCA Graduate Tennis Pro Certified. He is passionate and focused towards his coaching career and gains great satisfaction in guiding students along their tennis pathway. Credentials…..
- ATPCA Graduate Tennis Pro Certified
- Working with Children & First Aid Certified
- 5yrs Coaching Experience
- Passion For Tennis Coaching
- Junior Leagues Director