The big picture: A team of elite coaches, led by former British No.1 Petchey, will deliver weekly sessions at the club from 9 January to 27 March, offering local players access to elite training methods.
Why it matters: This marks a rare opportunity for local tennis players to learn from a coach who guided Andy Murray into the world's top 50 rankings alongside other high-calibre instructors.
Programme details:
90 minutes of elite coaching every Thursday from 13:30 to 15:00
30-minute debrief and Q&A over coffee or tea
Maximum six players per coach
All skill levels are welcome
Includes a Jamie Murray-designed doubles programme
The coaching lineup includes:
Chris Daynes (Lead Coach)
Mark Petchey (Former British No.1, Andy Murray's former coach)
Active Away coaching team (delivering Jamie Murray's doubles programme)
Jeremy Cowley (Men's County Captain, Culford Coach)
Ben Smith (Stowmarket Tennis Club Head Coach)
James Ling (Experienced Coach, Former Texas Head Coach)
Josh Dashwood (LTA Development Partner, Newmarket Coach)
By the numbers:
12-week programme
£150 for members (about £12.50 per session)
£180 for non-members
Pay-as-you-go options from £15 per day for members, £20 for non-members
Membership bonus: The club is offering a "Winter Warmer" deal that provides three months' membership for the price of two, starting from £90 for off-peak access.
The bottom line: With only 18 places available and a lineup of coaches who have trained champions, the programme offers Suffolk tennis players a unique chance to elevate their game under elite guidance. To book a place, contact membership@ipswichsports.co.uk.
