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Eduardo was a wonderful coach. Very helpful. I highly recommend him.

Tennis Coaching

$50

Great lesson. Looking forward to the next :)

Tennis Coach

$50

Eduardo is a great coach, he made me feel at ease as a beginner and learnt many things in our hour training session. highly recommended

Tennis coach wanted weekly

$70

John is a fantastic tennis coach. We had such a lovely morning with him. Although our group are at different levels, he made us all feel comfortable and was very patient. He was punctual, friendly and brought all the gear. Cheers!

Tennis coach / instructor for adult group

$160

Damien was great! I wanted to learn the basics when it came to boxing punches and foot movements and he was good at assessing my skill level and coaching me throughout the session. Extremely patient and friendly. Would highly recommend him if you're looking for a someone who knows the ins and outs of boxing.

Boxing Coach - Bondi Junction

$50

Sohan was a great coach and a legend

Private tennis coach

$150

What's the average cost of a sports coach

$50 - $90

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$50

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$70

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$90

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The tools or equipment you may need to supply your sports coach can vary from Tasker to Tasker and depending on the nature of your contract. If you hire them for your school, they will need their own office, complete with a desk, computer and support staff. But if you’re hiring a sports coach for private lessons, it’s unlikely that you’ll have to supply any tools or equipment. 

Depending on what you hired a sports coach for, the service can last a few weeks to an entire season for the sport they’re supposed to instruct you or your team in. This can also depend on the scope and difficulty of achieving your goals. Note that a private lesson can involve several weeks of sessions that last 30 minutes to an hour, while hiring a sports coach for your school can be a daily nine-to-fiver lasting an entire season. 

The ideal sports coach should have a degree in sports medicine, nutrition and fitness, kinesiology, physical education, or other sport-related disciplines. They should have experience teaching all the rules, standards, techniques and principles of the sport. Apart from all these, they should be good mentors who are optimistic, practice good sportsmanship, discipline, and motivate people. If you’re looking for a Tasker to coach sports in your school, they should also know how to interact with kids.  

Sports coaches need coaching qualifications recognised by the association, federation or governing body of the sport they want to teach. While these are the minimum qualifications for most sports, a sports coach would be better skilled and appear more credible if they have a degree in a sports-related science degree or discipline. It can also help if a sports coach pursues higher education and acquires a master’s degree in their chosen sport. 

That may depend on the type of sport the coach works in and on state laws and regulations on sports coaches. Some states may require first aid training as a mandatory skill for a coach, apart from their sport’s governing body’s coaching qualifications. Most coaching organisations of outdoor sports need their coaches to have the knowledge to prevent or treat heat illness and physical injuries. 

Scale is the key difference between them. A trainer is focused on teaching or improving the performance of a small group or one athlete. Meanwhile, a coach is more concerned with enhancing individual team members’ performance to boost their overall performance. Even though they have subtle differences, It’s not uncommon to see a coach and a trainer work together for and on the same team. 

What do sports coach services include?

Sports coach services include all the activities and tasks necessary to teach you or your team all about the sport you want to learn and excel in. Your sports coach Tasker can teach you all the rules, techniques, strategies and principles for excellent performance. 

They can even take steps to help improve your entire team’s skills if necessary. Upon request, some Taskers can also supervise your team during games and give them motivation and guidance.  

Discussing objectives

Your hired sports coach Tasker can help you plan your sports objectives for you or your team. Do you want to learn the sport for fun or fitness? Do you want to become a professional athlete in the sport you chose? Your Tasker can adjust their training style and regimen to fit your goals. 

If you hire them to train a team, they can discuss timetables with you and agree on how much time they can spend assembling your team and preparing them for competition. 

Recruiting team members

Your Tasker can conduct recruitment activities in case they are coaching for your team. They can screen and test potential candidates, making sure recruits meet the minimum standard physical requirements. They may request the assistance of your school nurse or a medical professional to do physical exams on each potential recruit. Your Tasker can then begin training sessions for the team once it’s assembled.  

Training and fitness programs

Your Tasker can provide the necessary training drills, performance-enhancing workouts and diet programs as required. They can supervise the training and monitor each team member’s progress in terms of speed and quality of performance. You may want to hire a separate service to help you stick to your recommended diet. You can take this a step further and have someone prepare healthy meals. 

Assessing performance and coaching at games

Towards the end of the service and once you or your team have absorbed all of the sport’s principles and techniques, your Tasker can conduct a practice game. They can use this to assess your or your team’s performance and pinpoint areas that need improvement. Your Tasker may take a video for review later.  

They can assess your performance, provide feedback, redo some lessons or even recommend taking a specialised workout program if they think this can improve your performance. This process can continue until you are both satisfied with your latest assessment, and your Tasker believes you’ve achieved your goals. Once you or your team have completed training, some Taskers can attend your competitions. They can continue to provide support and guidance to help you or your team win games.

Recent Sports Coaches tasks

Tennis coach

$70

Carlton VIC, Australia

25th Apr 2026

I have some basic experience in playing tennis and have learned some fundamental skills. I can rally on a small court, but I’m not very proficient yet. I’ve taken around 20 lessons before, but they were all within one month, so I didn’t get much time to practice. Now I’d like to consolidate my skills and continue learning.

Lawn Tennis coaching

$10

Baulkham Hills NSW 2153, Australia

23rd Apr 2026

Looking for tennis coaching for my two sons (aged 10 and 6) near Baulkham Hills. Group coaching options are also welcome

Boxing coach

$50

Melbourne VIC, Australia

23rd Apr 2026

Need a boxing coach training

Long term tennis coach/NDIS

$700

Sunshine West VIC 3020, Australia

22nd Apr 2026

You need some tennis skills ideally; have experience in tournaments and or competitions (a big plus). Also have a skill in mental health/well-being. Must obtain NDIS clearance check/WWC/Police check etc. (All these can be obtain within 2 weeks) Potential ongoing hours up to 20hrs a week. This is constant ongoing with a client of mine. You will have to commit of at least 6months. Don't worry he's a lovely person.

Tennis coach private lesson for 10 years old kids

$50

St Ives NSW, Australia

22nd Apr 2026

i m looking for tennis coach for 10 years old boy.

Tennis coach

$50

Kulnura NSW, Australia

22nd Apr 2026

Looking for a private tennis coach who teach an 11 year old in Kulnura on a weekly basis

Tennis coach for a beginner

$30

North Adelaide SA 5006, Australia

21st Apr 2026

Need a tennis trainer x1 a week or more for a beginner.

Boxing coach

$50

Strawberry Hills NSW. Avustralya

21st Apr 2026

Training for learning how to do box

Kids Tennis coaching

$50

Bulleen VIC, Australia

20th Apr 2026

Looking for a ongoing tennis private coach for my kids.

Tennis Coaching & Sparring Partner - All Levels

$100

Sydney, New South Wales

19th Apr 2026

Hi! Looking to take your tennis to the next level or just need someone reliable to hit with? I offer both professional coaching and high-intensity sparring sessions tailored to what you need. 1. Tennis Coaching (All Ages/Levels) • Perfect if you want to learn the basics or fix your technique (forehand, backhand, serve). • Beginner-friendly and great for kids. • Focus on consistency and footwork. 2. Sparring Partner (Intermediate/Advanced) • For players who already know how to play but want a high-intensity hit. • Drills, match play, or point-based practice. • I can push you and keep the ball in play to improve your rhythm and stamina.

Need tennis coach for adult

$60

Sandgate QLD, Australia

18th Apr 2026

Looking for an experienced and patient tennis coach to teach from the basics. * Level: Complete beginner * Focus: Fundamentals (grip, stance, footwork, strokes) * Location: Taigum/sandgate * Availability: any day evenings * Format: 1:1 preferred or small group sessions Prefer someone who can build strong technique from the ground up and make learning enjoyable. Please reach out with your experience, rates, and availability.

Tennis coaching / lessons

$50

Brisbane QLD, Australia

18th Apr 2026

Looking for an experienced tennis player / coach / teacher to give me some tennis lessons!

Tennis Coaching

$60

Coogee NSW, Australia

18th Apr 2026

Looking for weekly tennis coaching intermediate level on a Wednesday or Thursday lunchtime, based in coogee but happy to travel a bit too, cheers :)

Tennis coach

$50

Clyde VIC, Australia

17th Apr 2026

Want to be good at tennis

Tennis coach

$60

Coolangatta QLD, Australia

17th Apr 2026

Want to get some private tennis lessons for my self and maybe some others. I have a private tennis court at my complex in Coolangatta so we could just use that. I’m available Mon-wed and Friday between 10am and 3pm

Tennis coaching

$90

Brisbane CBD QLD 4000, Australia

16th Apr 2026

Tennis Lessons for beginner. $75 - $100 for one hour

Tennis coaching

$80

Canberra CBD ACT 2601, Australia

15th Apr 2026

Would like a one on one tennis coach for 1 hour a week, preferably during business hours Mon-Wed. I am a novice/intermediate who would like to improve overall

Private Tennis Coach in MoorePark

$120

Moore Park NSW, Australia

14th Apr 2026

Private Tennis Coach. I offer private tennis lessons in Moore Park from Monday to Sunday. I specialise in delivering structured, high-performance coaching sessions tailored to individual needs, from beginner to advanced levels. - Deliver private and small group coaching sessions focused on technique, footwork, and match strategy - Develop personalised training programs aligned with player goals and progression - Build player confidence, consistency, and overall performance - Create a positive, professional, and motivating training environment Session Price: - 30min 70$ - 60 min 120$

Find a boxing coach

$50

Quakers Hill NSW 2763, Australia

14th Apr 2026

I need a boxing coach who can train me one to one

Tennis coach for two

$60

Norwood Payneham and St Peters SA, Australia

28th Jan 2026

you will teach us, 2 adult ladies who never played tennis, around the eastern suburbs or in the city once or twice a week. availability Mon/Tue after 5pm, weekend mornings. Offer up!

Very punctual and a great teacher! Will book again.