Welcome to The Tennis Academy Scotland
Scotland's new Tennis Academy opened in 2007 with 12 boys and girls. Since then it has grown to around twice that size.
These young players attend Merchiston and St George's Schools in Edinburgh, (some boarding, some day) where they pursue a full academic timetable while receiving a top class tennis programme, led by myself with the support of Merchiston's facilities. All Tennis Academy students have to be invited after passing an assessment. They are provided with the best possible chance of making their tennis dream come true, and also gain a first-class education.
The Tennis Academy is an integral part of the Tennis Scotland Performance Plan, the aim being to develop successful international tennis players. It is the first partnership in Scotland to provide specialised tennis training and a high level education with a specially adapted curriculum.
For any aspiring sporting talent there is always the challenge of balancing the dedication to sporting excellence with the need to gain a strong education. Here at the Tennis Academy I am given the time and freedom to develop these young people, whilst the schools are giving them a great education.
If you are interested in finding out more, please email us at tennis@merchiston.co.uk
Marcel du Coudray, Academy Coach.
