# Paul Syftestad > Paul Syftestad is a Tennis coach in Chicago, Illinois. Source: https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad. Every page on this site has a Markdown version at its URL plus `/index.md`, or send `Accept: text/markdown`. ## About - Headline: Tennis lessons with Paul - Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors - Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts - Years of experience: 10 - Lessons taught: 251+ - Rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 208 reviews Contact me for group lessons and save. With over four decades of experience on the tennis court, my journey as a player and coach has been defined by a relentless passion for the sport. From my early years as a competitor to my transition into coaching, tennis has remained my steadfast source of inspiration and vitality. As a seasoned player and coach, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every lesson, guided by a nurturing, patient, and encouraging approach. My coaching philosophy centers on developing proper technique, instilling confidence, fostering discipline, honing strategic thinking, and nurturing a deep love for the game. Whether working with beginners taking their first steps on the court or seasoned athletes refining their skills, my goal is to help each student realize their full potential and achieve their tennis goals. Division: Summer #1: Elite & Advanced : Men's Elite2 4.250 ## Packages and prices - **Lesson Package**: 4 prepaid 60-minute lessons for $320.00 ($80.00 per lesson). Sold as 1 to 20 lessons. ## Where lessons happen - Roosevelt (Theodore) Park, Chicago, Illinois - Lincoln Park Waveland Tennis Courts, Chicago, Illinois - McFetridge Sports Center, Chicago, Illinois - Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park, Chicago, Illinois - Oz Tennis Court, Chicago, Illinois - Clarendon Tennis Court, Chicago, Illinois - Chase Tennis Courts, Chicago, Illinois - Hamlin Tennis Court East, Chicago, Illinois - Smith Tennis Court, Chicago, Illinois - Rogers (Phillip) Park, Chicago, Illinois - Warren Park, Chicago, Illinois - Grant Tennis Courts, Chicago, Illinois ## Weekly hours - Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM - Tuesday: 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM - Sunday: 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM ## Cancellation policy - Cancel or reschedule at least 24 hours before a lesson. Inside that window the coach charges 0% of the lesson, and 0% for a no-show. ## Reviews > I just have to say how awesome my tennis coach is! From day one, it was clear that he really cares about helping each student improve. He’s super patient and takes the time to figure out what works best for everyone, adjusting his strategies based on our needs. What I love most is his feedback—it’s always constructive but delivered in such a positive way. He keeps the energy up during our sessions, and it’s impossible not to have fun while learning. I always walk away feeling pumped and ready to hit the court again. If you’re looking for a coach who makes tennis enjoyable and helps you grow,… > From Zoey, 5 out of 5 > Honestly, I’d say the lesson with Paul was pretty well-rounded since everything about my game got some attention. The lesson highlight, honestly, was just the overall focus on different aspects, though I think I need to work a bit more on my consistency to really see results. Still, I felt it was quite helpful, and I’m optimistic about making steady progress. If you’re looking for a coach who’s attentive and calm, Paul’s definitely someone to try out. > From Veronika, 5 out of 5 > Paul's focus on technique was instrumental in refining my strokes and game, providing personalized instructions and feedback. Slowing the pace of the ball to really focus on stroke development was eye-opening. Rally’s on forehand and backhand lengthened and my confidence on the court grew as we progressed through the different pressured balls. His teaching techniques and tips on strategy have really improved my play and love for the game. > From Dave, 5 out of 5 > What stood out to me was how passionate Paul is about teaching, making the lesson both enjoyable and effective. His friendly approach keeps things positive and motivating. If you're looking to improve your tennis skills with someone who truly cares, Paul’s lessons are definitely worth trying. You’ll leave feeling inspired and eager for the next session. 🎾🙂 > From Alan, 5 out of 5 > Paul has been great to learn with so far. He has quickly identified potential areas of improvement for my game and made great use of the time we have during lessons. He also offered some enjoyable and inventive training strategies with low-compression balls. Highly recommend taking lessons with Paul, whether you are an experienced player or a beginner. > From Nate, 5 out of 5 > Paul is very professional and gave me the best tips to learn tennis. I’m a beginner and I felt frustrated sometimes with my own performance but Paul always was pushing me and encouraging me to give my best at the lessons. It has helped me a lot to create self confidence, play better and also to have fun at the lessons. Thanks Paul! > From Raffaela, 5 out of 5 > Paul has been a great tennis trainer so far. He has taken the time to evaluate my technique and send it to me in written. Allows time for me to learn new techniques and fine tune them. He definitely has the patience required to teach a beginner. Appreciate his availability and punctuality. I recommend him 💯 > From Gretel, 5 out of 5 > Paul is great. I have had 2 lessons with Paul. As an intermediate player with some experience, taking lessons with Paul really helped me up my game and correct my forms. It is always hard to adjust to new forms once you're used to playing a certain way, but Paul's teaching style makes it natural. > From Yibin, 5 out of 5 ## Pages on this site - [Home](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/index.md) - [All services](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/services/index.md) - [Tennis Lessons](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/lessons) - [Private Lessons](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/private-lessons/index.md) - [Lessons in Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/areas/chicago) - [Brands Tennis Courts, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/brands-tennis-courts-chicago) - [Chase Tennis Courts, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/chase-tennis-courts-chicago) - [Clarendon Tennis Court, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/clarendon-tennis-court-chicago) - [Clemente Park, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/clemente-park-chicago) - [Dunbar (Paul Laurence) Park, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/dunbar-paul-laurence-park-chicago) - [Gompers Park Tennis Courts, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/gompers-park-tennis-courts-chicago) - [Grant Park North Courts Tennis Center, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/grant-park-north-courts-tennis-center-chicago) - [Grant Tennis Courts, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/grant-tennis-courts-chicago) - [Hamlin Tennis Court East, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/hamlin-tennis-court-east-chicago) - [Humboldt Park Tennis Courts, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/humboldt-park-tennis-courts-chicago) - [Independence Park, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/independence-park-chicago) - [Lake Shore Tennis Court, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/lake-shore-tennis-court-chicago) - [Lincoln Park Waveland Tennis Courts, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/lincoln-park-waveland-tennis-courts-chicago) - [McFetridge Sports Center, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/mcfetridge-sports-center-chicago) - [Oz Tennis Court, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/oz-tennis-court-chicago) - [Revere (Paul) Park, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/revere-paul-park-chicago) - [River Park Tennis Courts, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/river-park-tennis-courts-chicago) - [Rogers (Phillip) Park, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/rogers-phillip-park-chicago) - [Roosevelt (Theodore) Park, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/roosevelt-theodore-park-chicago) - [Sheridan (Philip Henry) Park, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/sheridan-philip-henry-park-chicago) - [Smith Tennis Court, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/smith-tennis-court-chicago) - [Warren Park, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/warren-park-chicago) - [Welles (Gideon) Park, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/welles-gideon-park-chicago) - [Winnemac Tennis Court, Chicago](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/locations/winnemac-tennis-court-chicago) - [Agent instructions](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/llms.txt) ## Book through the API Paul Syftestad sells Tennis lessons on this site. It is one coach on TeachMe.To, listing id `a9b85b64-84fd-41b6-817c-1d71a615aa0b`. An agent reads this coach, quotes what this site sells, and books it through the TeachMe.To agent API. - [Agent instructions, generated from the live API](https://api.teachme.to/agent/v1/llms.txt): Read this before calling anything. Sessions need no registration. - [This coach](https://api.teachme.to/agent/v1/coaches/a9b85b64-84fd-41b6-817c-1d71a615aa0b): The coach read. `site.packages` are the packages sold here, priced as this site prices them, and `site.cancellationPolicy` is this site's policy. - [Open times](https://api.teachme.to/agent/v1/coaches/a9b85b64-84fd-41b6-817c-1d71a615aa0b/slots): Pass `sitePackageId` and `locationId` with `from` and `to`. - Quotes and bookings: pass `sitePackageId` and `lessons` to `POST /quotes`, then `POST /bookings` with the quote. The booking returns `paymentUrl`; the student pays there, and the booking is readable while they do. Send `policyAccepted: true` after showing the student the policy when `site.cancellationPolicy.agreementRequired` is true. - [OpenAPI 3.1](https://api.teachme.to/agent/v1/openapi.json): The machine contract. The `sitePackageId` and `locationId` values for this site are in [llms.txt](https://sites.coach/paulsyftestad/llms.txt).