Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Hobbies and interests
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Adam Rounthwaite

Manchester,Cheshire

Summary

Experienced tennis coach with years of work in many countries, with players of all ages and levels from beginner to pro. Focus on promoting the game, fun and personal development. Transform individuals through tailored strategies and motivational techniques. Leverage strong communication and problem-solving skills to foster growth and achieve organisational goals. Always seeking to learn and improve.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education

Work history

ATP Challenger Title

Lloyd Harris
Soma Bay, Egypt
2026.01 - 2026.01

Coached Lloyd Harris at ATP Challenger in Soma Bay, Egypt, leading to a title victory.

Coach/Trainer

ATP Tour Lloyd Harris
Zhuhai, China
2023.09 - 2023.10
  • I travelled with current ATP pro Lloyd Harris to China as coach and trainer. ATP 250 in Zhuhai, China Open in Beijing and Rolex Shanghai Maters 1000. During this time I helped to oversee and maximise all preparations for training and match play at the highest level. This included.
  • Equipment, racket stringing and laundry for match wear.
  • Travel arrangements to and from site.
  • Practice courts and hitting partners.
  • Nutrition and supplements.
  • All warm ups, cool-downs including on court and gym based.
  • Played a role in maintaining high levels of motivation and focus. Input for tactics and strategy, before, during and after matches.

Club Venue Coach

We Do Tennis
2025.03 - 2026.02
  • I currently work with We do tennis as a club venue coach, working with multiple clubs around the north west including
  • Cuddington & Sandiway Tennis club
  • Urmston Sports Club
  • Bickerton Tennis Club
  • Flixton Tennis Club

Tennis Coach

Tennis Health World/ROK Rackets
Dubai, UAE
2022.01 - 2024.12
  • In Dubai I have worked at notable venues such as The Ritz Carlton JBR, Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, our newly built courts/venues, collaborating with educational institutions and many different community tennis courts/facilities I worked with clients of all ages and abilities from recreational to professional level. Each of our venues had great programmes for beginners, intermediate and advanced players, as well as regular tournament and social events. I worked closely with my colleagues to create sports camps for kids during holidays and half term breaks. During my time in Dubai I have had the privilege of working with Lloyd Harris and being on court with other top ATP pro's. Most notably 2 days on court with Andy Murray in February this year before the Dubai Championships.

Tennis Coach

Anassa Hotel & Resort Cyprus - Sunball Tennis
2019.03 - 2021.10
  • Managed administrative tasks associated with coaching, including scheduling, invoicing, and communication with hotel guests and staff.
  • Managed court bookings effectively, carefully timing lessons to maximise cost efficiency.
  • Maintained tennis courts and equipment, ensuring a safe and professional environment for training and matches.
  • Assessed player abilities, strengths and weaknesses, tailoring coaching programmes accordingly.
  • Built positive, professional relationships with guests, players, enhancing customer enjoyment and fulfilment.

Head Tennis Coach

Kihaa Resort
2021.02 - 2021.07
  • As Head Tennis coach at Kihaa Resort in the Maldives, I was responsible for overseeing all court bookings, equipment, rentals and coaching sessions at the facilities on the Island. I was responsible for growing the participation of racket sports on the resort and maintaining a fun and positive atmosphere and relationship with all guests and other members of staff.
  • I ran a Badminton tournament in celebration of Ramadan for all guests and staff.
  • Built positive, professional relationships with players, enhancing customer enjoyment and fulfilment.
  • Kept court and changing areas clean and safe for visitors touring facilities to encourage enrollment in tennis programmes.

USA Sports group
New Jersey, USA
2018.01
  • This job role consisted of travelling around different townships and counties in New Jersey delivering recreational level Tennis programs mainly on public or school tennis courts to groups all ages from 3 years old to adults. In the summers we ran tennis based holiday camps for kids in New York, New Jersey.
  • Provided motivational support and guidance to players experiencing challenges, helping them to regain confidence and focus.
  • Liaised with parents and guardians of junior players, offering regular updates on progress and areas for improvement.
  • Set clear rules for team sportsmanship and implemented consequences for breaches impacting team profile or game success.
  • Monitored players' progress through regular assessments, setting achievable targets and milestones for development.

Education

Level 2 - Tennis Coaching

LTA
Derby, DER

Level 1 - Tennis Coaching

LTA
Huddersfield

Skills

  • Strategic planning capacity
  • Safety awareness
  • Biomechanics basics
  • Positive attitude projection
  • Time management efficiency
  • Sportsmanship encouragement
  • Equipment maintenance knowledge
  • Game time management
  • Leadership aptitude
  • Innovation in coaching
  • Tennis knowledge

Hobbies and interests

Travel, Music, Sports in general, Spending quality time with friends, family and loved ones

Accomplishments

    The highlight of my coaching career so far is winning a challenger title in Egypt. Another highlight is that I've had the honour and privilege of being on the court with many great tennis players I admired growing up.

Timeline

ATP Challenger Title

Lloyd Harris
2026.01 - 2026.01

Club Venue Coach

We Do Tennis
2025.03 - 2026.02

Coach/Trainer

ATP Tour Lloyd Harris
2023.09 - 2023.10

Tennis Coach

Tennis Health World/ROK Rackets
2022.01 - 2024.12

Head Tennis Coach

Kihaa Resort
2021.02 - 2021.07

Tennis Coach

Anassa Hotel & Resort Cyprus - Sunball Tennis
2019.03 - 2021.10

USA Sports group
2018.01

Level 1 - Tennis Coaching

LTA

Level 2 - Tennis Coaching

LTA
Adam Rounthwaite