Becker takes over the tennis academy at Jeppe Quondam
Pieter Becker to share his expertise with his HPTA tennis academy in Bedfordview.
Jeppe Quondam Tennis Club has welcomed the High-Performance Tennis Academy (HPTA) under the leadership of tennis coach and player Pieter-Schalk Becker to the club.
The academy opened its doors at Jeppe Quondam on January 8.
Becker has been playing tennis since the age of five. Between the ages of 10 and 18, Pieter was ranked in the top five players in South Africa.
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The 32-year-old reached a career-high of ranking 143 in the world on the international U18 ITF circuit.
Pieter’s experience and success as a player have paved the way for his coaching career, which spans over 13 years.
During this time, he has nurtured and developed numerous top junior players, from national champions to top 10 and top 20 players in South Africa.
“Tennis has been my passion from day one.
“It teaches you about life, discipline and hard work,” explained Becker.
Becker, the author of an e-book Tennis: Not just a sport, but a way of life, said he is excited to join the Bedfordview tennis community.
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“It is exciting to be able to reach more people who would like to work with me,” he said.
He said the HPTA is ready to bring a new level of excellence to Jeppe tennis.
“With seven certified coaches on board, they are a team of experts passionate about taking tennis to the next level.
“Now, with the academy coming to Jeppe Quondam, you have the opportunity to receive high-level coaching, regardless of your age or level of expertise.”
The academy runs from Monday morning until Saturday at 13:00.
Bill Basterfield, Jeppe Quondam Tennis Club chairperson, explained the club hosts social tennis on Saturday afternoons and Sunday mornings.
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He said having the courts unoccupied all week and people not benefiting from it is a waste.
“With an academy here, the courts are occupied full time and people get the benefit of the tennis and the experience.”
He added the club looks forward to working with the academy.
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“We are starting a new era with Pieter’s move to Jeppe Quandam.
“We are excited to get the academy going and promote Jeppe even more,” shared Basterfield.
For enquiries on the academy contact Annie Becker (admin) on 061 807 7007 or 0834495989 or enquiries to the club’s email cjay.basterfield@gmail.com
