Types of Jobs in TENNIS

The Tennis Industry is like any other field of work or career except it's more fun and rewarding!

On-Court Careers: See Job Descriptions
There are more than 20,000 types of tennis facilities in the U.S. (resorts, parks & rec, commercial and private clubs, etc). Where there's a court, there's a need for an instructor as well as the other off-court positions such as Club Manager, Pro Shop, Administrative, Court Maintenance, Marketing, Promotion and management positions necessary to run an effective and profitable tennis business.

Tennis Teacher / Coach - being a tennis teacher or coach is a great way to interact with people, create leadership qualities, confidence - click here for more info about becoming a Tennis Professional and click here to learn about Tennis Teaching Certifications.

Fitness / Strength Trainer - Instructs and coaches groups and individuals in specific exercises for tennis.  Must be able to help players assess their physical fitness level and encourage and help them set and reach their fitness goals.

Off-Court Careers:  See Job Descriptions
There are an estimated 19,800 tennis specific businesses and organizations that employ more than 114,000 people. Tennis manufacturers make racquets, balls, strings, footwear, apparel, court products and accessories. Click on the ladder on left to view a search of the different segments that make up the industry.

• Administrative
• Business Development/Operations
• Customer Service
• Court Construction/Facility Design
• Engineering
• Finance
• Human Resources
• Information Systems / IT/Web Design
• Legal
• Management
• Manufacturing
• Marketing & Promotion
• Product Management
• Public Relations / Journalism
• Research & Development
• Retail / Pro Shop
• Sales Operations
• Sports Medicine/Psychology