RTT Academy (Dave Rineberg) vs Macci, IMG the others
 

Been to the big academies but was wondering if any of you have any knowledge or experience with this one especially for a little kid. I read Rinebergs book about his 7 years as a hitting coach for Venus and Serena and he sounded like a great and very knowledgeable coach. His private lesson fees are considerably lower.. Thoughts? Many thanks ...

It would depend on where your level is your dealing with , the guy Rineburg is the best route for any player a solid hitting partner.

Have not tried this academy yet, where is it located?

Deerfield Beach.

Thanks Number1Coach! The level would be advanced beginner/ intermediate ( my 8 year old who has been playing for a few years and goes to Maccis/IMG every few months) She is getting great technique down but doesn't need a hitting partner. It would be more for great instruction like she is getting when we come to FL and work with these great coaches.

Thanks again! I really enjoy reading your posts and wish you and your son the very best!!

PA which is why I gave the level the way I did! Intermediate around here is like beginner down in FL when you see how those little 6-8 year olds hit! Would love your opinion GAtennis..

That is very kind and generous of you GAtennis! I really appreciate your advice! I have read a lot on this forum before posting and saw that you have been to Macci. Would you say HW has the same approach as Rick M or Nick B or is it totally different ? Thanks again for your response!

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What does he charge for a private lesson? His web site says $250 an hour.

If you live in PA, try to find and establish a relationship with a coach there in PA...

The coach your junior constantly sees is the coach who will care the most about your junior's progress.

The coach at an out of town academy is just with your junior for the hour and then it is out of sight, out of mind.

Tennis is a long term journey, so use the tennis money wisely.

This option is cheaper:

OBSERVATIONAL LEARNING
Observe Heath teaching lessons to individuals such as his tour players or other students. Learn through observation how Heath develops player using The ACE Player Development System™.
Rate: $100/day (USD)

I have never heard of this "watch me teach" option. Is it common?

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Damn, that's a nice little extra pocket change, $100hr to watch them teach....amazing I think I will start at $25

Thank you so much! I'm definitely exploring cheaper options, solid coaches etc but suffice to say that there are no under 10 kids patting the dog or with a high takeback in the 100 mile radius!! We are doing a few other sports too as you suggested. I just wanted to get an idea of some other ( more reasonably priced options) for holiday and summer training in FL. Despite what GA says, i think Rick M seems to have a great rapport with kids. Nick B is pretty exciting but I'm sure there are other places where we could go! I really enjoyed Rinebergs book and was thinking of checking out his academy if he would be good for this age group.. Thanks again for your input!

Your welcome and if you ever need any of the methods I have used on DB and his sister dont hesitete to contact me through my youtube page , I have kept most of what i have done at each age as i have developed them.

You can do a lot more rthen you can imagine depending on what level you are aiming at .Once again your welcomed.

That is very very kind of you! I will definitely take you up on that ! Aiming for the stars... :-)

$110/hour is reasonable? For an 8 year old?!? Boy the Kool-Aid goes down so easy....

I said "more reasonable" not reasonable. pros around here usually charge $90-125 since they have to pay for indoor court time more than half of the year...

TCF where else could one go in FL to get reasonably priced top quality instruction from someone who is great with under 10 kids (as good as Macci)? Please include yourself in the list if possible ! :-)