At first, Tennis Book Gone was tiny: one court booking and a small group of curious first players. This early group did not match the usual crowd you might expect at a tennis programme. One person had never joined coaching before, another was a busy parent who wanted to learn without giving up their whole day, and a quiet new player was trying to rebuild confidence after years of on-and-off practice. Instead of using sharp commands and cold instruction, our founder kept the pace gentle, used simple words, and treated every mistake as a normal part of learning. There were smiles, a few drills that needed a second try, and plenty of “let’s do that again, slowly” moments — and that is where the real spirit of Tennis Book Gone was born.

After that, our small tennis community grew in a natural way. More people joined, and we welcomed new coaches who share the same approach: be patient, be kind, and help players in an honest way. Our coaches are not here to shout directions while you struggle alone. They stay involved, split each lesson into clear parts, and explain things until you truly feel comfortable with what you are practising. Whether you want stronger basics, better consistency, more regular training, or simply a steady weekly routine in London, we fit the coaching to your rhythm instead of forcing you into one strict system.

Today, Tennis Book Gone feels less like a formal academy and more like a friendly place to learn and improve. Families learn that turning up as a beginner is completely normal, because the important part is leaving a little better each time. Players finally start the routine they have been putting off for months — sometimes even years. Friends meet for lessons and turn it into a weekly stop they genuinely look forward to. For us, success is not only a clean, perfect technique on paper. Real success is the quiet moment when someone finishes and thinks, “I didn’t expect tennis to feel this simple and friendly — but now it does.” That feeling is what keeps us going, and we would love to help you build your own calm tennis routine here in London with Tennis Book Gone.