Tennis Coaching Houston

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Junior Tennis Coaching

At our club, we believe tennis is the ultimate training ground for life. Our junior coaching program teaches invaluable skills like sportsmanship, discipline, problem-solving, and perseverance—lessons that extend far beyond the baseline. In a city like Houston, providing a positive, challenging outlet for physical and mental growth is key

Adult Group Coaching & Drills

Ready to take your tennis skills past the weekend rally? Our Adult Group Coaching and Drills sessions are perfect for Houston players looking for a dynamic, results-driven workout. These fast-paced clinics combine expert instruction on technique and strategy with high-intensity fitness drills designed to simulate real match play.

Private Tennis Lessons

Accelerate your progress with the most focused training available. Our private lessons offer one-on-one attention tailored specifically to your unique strengths, weaknesses, and goals. We analyze your game, implement precise technical adjustments, and build custom drill plans to ensure rapid improvement.

Meet Our Coaching Staff

Mykhailo Kvantaliani

Director / D1 College Coach

Bilingual: English & Russian

(346) 375 9203

Mykhailo (you can use Misha too I don’t mind) Kvantaliani is from Tbilisi, Georgia. He came to the United States to play at the top of the line up for a top 70 division 1 university at Wichita State University in 2019. Some of his achievements as a tennis player before he became a coach include being ranked top 5 in Europe in a Junior Circuit, as well as having an ATP ranking while only being 15 years old.

He also brings 5 years of coaching experience at all ages and skill levels to the Lost Forest Tennis Club. He teaches beginners, intermediate level players, and high performance players. One of his best students was able to win Texas State individual tournament for his High School 4 years in a row, reach 11.5 UTR, and commit to the best division 3 university in tennis at the University of Chicago.

Jaycer Lyeons

ATP Coach / Homeschool Program

Jaycer Lyeons, tennis coach from Houston, TX.

Coach Lyeons has been coaching in both Houston and Miami for the past 7 years. In Miami, he trained under Coach Othmane Garma, who is an ATP Certified Coach as well as a WTA Gold Coach. While working with Coach Garma, Coach Lyeons reached a career high ATP ranking of #881. Additionally, during Coach Lyeons's junior tennis career, he reached a career high USTA ranking of #1 and ITF ranking of #91.

During his college career at Tyler Junior College (TJC), Coach Lyeons led his team to the 2021 NJCAA Championship title.

Finally, throughout his tennis career, Coach Lyeons has travelled to over 25 countries,competing, learning, exploring, and coaching.

Jason Abante

Coach

(409) 201 8986

Jason Abante is from Beaumont, Texas and is a tennis professional at Lost Forest Tennis Club. He brings over a decade of teaching experience to Lost Forest.

He is heavily involved in the club’s juniors program, more specifically, in Orange-ball player development. He is also involved in our adult beginner’s drills and teaches private lessons to all ages and skill levels. He has exemplary personal skills that allow him to effectively communicate modern stroke technique and on-court strategies for efficient and productive lessons.

He is also an open-level ball striker who can take lesson settings to higher levels with practice matches or hitting workouts. Most importantly, he is an outgoing individual who truly enjoys forming relationships with his clients and keeping a fun and easy-going environment, all while still maintaining each client’s desired level of intensity. Book your private or group lessons with Coach Abante today.

Nelson Castro

Coach

Bilingual: English & Spanish

Phone: (346) 371 8140

Nelson Castro is a tennis coach and front desk associate who works with players of all ages. Known for his enthusiasm and patience, Nelson brings competitive experience—having played throughout high school, qualified for regionals, and competed in college club tennis. He is also Safe Play certified and committed to creating a positive, supportive environment for every athlete.

Adrian Guzman

Coach

Bilingual: English & Spanish

Phone: (832) 680 9931

Originally from El Salvador, Adrian was an elite youth soccer player known for strong teamwork and dedication. After moving to the United States, he joined high school tennis team as a freshman and quickly developed into one of its top players. By his junior year, he became team captain and competed as the #1 singles player, qualifying for regionals twice. His background reflects discipline, leadership, and a passion for continuous growth both on and off the court.

Steven Boeder

Coach

Steven started teaching tennis in 2010 at an academy in Knoxville, TN. He has coached High School tennis for 6 seasons in both public and private schools in Houston and Knoxville and is certified by both the PTR and RSPA. He is also a former sectional referee with the USTA Southern Section. His true passion is in teaching beginner tennis where he combines the play method with a strong focus on foundational movement and swing technique. Steve taught tennis in Tennessee, New York, and California before joining the Lost Forest Tennis Club coaching staff in 2018.

Gregor Gulisija

Fitness Coach

Jason Gatling

Coach

Jason Gatling is a Texas native, that played junior tennis in the state. He made it into 16's supers before switching to play basketball. In 2014, he had a small role in coaching/hitting partner role in college. At Lamar University, in 2016, he got his Stroke Production Certification. In 2017, he took on the role as head coach at a private school, leading then to a undefeated season.

Jason has been coaching players on the Challenger, Futures, and ITF circuits, and now has settled in Houston at Lost Forest Tennis Club where he develops kids and adults of all ages and abilities to excel.

Tennis Coaching Houston

Junior Tennis Coaching

Adult Group Coaching & Drills

Private Tennis Lessons