Laguna Beach, California
Tennis, as it shouldbe taught.
Movement. Craft. Community.
Coaching in Laguna Beach — for juniors and adults, from first swings to college pathway. Complimentary trial.
Our Founder
Founded in Laguna Beach by Andrew Mateljan
A lifetime in the game — from international courts to California's coast.
25 years in tennis as a top-ranked junior and international coach. Years spent coaching in Spain and Croatia shaped a movement-first approach grounded in clarity and accountability. Now guiding players of every level toward their best version of the game.
Structure creates confidence. Confidence creates results.
Player Success
Guided by structure, repetition, and trust.
Karue Sell, ATP #262 — from the #800s to a career high earned through structured work on tour.
Summer 2026 Camps
Summer Camp Is Open
Ages 5-11 at Alta Laguna Park, Monday through Thursday from June 16 to August 19. Each week blends tennis coaching, field games, arts and crafts, and Thursday Splash Wars in small groups.
8 kids per groupFull-Day: $495/weekHalf-Day: $325/week
Our Philosophy
The Three Pillars
Movement
The foundation of repeatable success.
Technical precision through biomechanics and footwork fundamentals.
Craft
Structure that builds confidence.
Consistent practice routines create lasting mental toughness.
Community
A community built on respect.
Players support each other through wins, losses, and growth.
Our Programs
Pathways for Every Player
Start with coaching and private training, then add match play and leagues when you are ready. Each card links to its own page.
Coaching & programs
Junior and adult pathways, private lessons, and seasonal camps — where most players begin.
Match play, leagues & classes
Rated play, team competition, and high-energy classes beyond your weekly training.
Tuition Snapshot
What training typically costs.
Full details live on the Schedule & Pricing page. Here's a quick sense of how most players start.
Drop-In
$50 per session
Try before you commit
- Single group session
- All skill levels welcome
- No commitment required
Seasonal
$420 per season
Most popular choice
- 10 weeks of training
- 1x per week sessions
- Progress tracking
Committed
$840 per season
Maximum results
- 10 weeks of training
- 2x per week sessions
- Accelerated progress
Why families choose LBTA
Why Choose Laguna Beach Tennis Academy
Coaching that starts with movement, adds clear structure, and grows beside people who take the work seriously.
- Movement-first coaching on every court
- Clear progression from first swings to competition
- A community built on showing up and doing the work
Train where focus meets horizon.
Laguna Beach — where performance meets perspective.
Our Community
Players who train our way.
Juniors and adults, daytime and under the lights — one standard on every court.
Player Stories
Hear from our community
Mary
LBTA Parent
Junior Player Family
Junior Development
LBTA Family
Multi-Year Members
What families say
Quiet confidence from the people on court.
“Our son went from hating lessons to asking when he can get back on court. The structure and atmosphere at LBTA made all the difference.”
“Coaching here is calm, clear, and honest. As an adult player I feel pushed without being talked down to.”
“There is a real community feel—coaches know every player by name and treat the work seriously.”
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about training at Laguna Beach Tennis Academy.
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