About Ultimate Tennis
Developed by Steve Oliver over the course of 25 years. , Ultimate Tennis encourages students natural and psychological development through proper technique. For beginner & intermediate students, we will show you tennis fundamentals through technical games and drills with advanced level instruction tailored towards top juniors, open level adults and world class players. Our long term curriculum includes: mental toughness & strategy, fitness & footwork and proper technical stroke production.
Ultimate Tennis was founded by Steve Oliver.
Steve is available for individualized tennis instruction - all ages and levels.
Growing up, Steve was considered a leader in American tennis. In the juniors,
he practiced and battled with all the greats: Sampras, Chang, Agassi and Courier. some of which he has winning records against. Unfortunately, a major skiing accident ended his career abruptly, and he retired from pro tennis at an early age. Steve has over 25 years of coaching experience and his mentors include such greats as: Sam Match, Tony Trabert, Ralph Gonzales, Craig Heinberg, Ian Russel, Larry Mousouris, Greg Patten, and Brian Teacher. Steve works with top juniors and adults of all levels. Many consider Steve a "technical wizard" and he can immediately dissect the glitch in any stroke. Steve was the youngest player ever to earn a wildcard into the Countrywide Los Angeles Open UCLA at age 17 in 1985. At age 45, Steve won the 45's National Hardcourt title in 2013 (w/ partner Jeff Tarango) Currently, Steve is an equity partner and former CEO of TennisKids.
Our Mission
We understand that tennis is the "Sport of a Lifetime" and we believe in this concept. We have worked hard to make the tennis learning experience fun rather than frustrating. We believe that an individualized program for each student works best, since all of us have certain unique strengths and weaknesses. We will improve your strengths and help eliminate the weaknesses.