By Tate Papworth
The Keilor Tennis Club has a new coach and he’s promising fun times ahead.
Stefan Visser, who took over the reins at the club last month, says his tennis philosophy is simple.
“The biggest thing for me when it comes to coaching is promoting fun and engagement,” he said.
“I want to promote tennis as a life sport … in my experience, if kids are having fun and learning, you get them for life.”
Visser, a teacher by trade, has had a long love affair with tennis.
“The first sport I ever played was tennis,” he said. “My grandmother got me into it and I’ve loved it ever since. She’s actually in her 80s now and still plays.”
Visser comes highly credentialled, having been part of the Melbourne International Tennis School since 2016, working as the head coach of Williamstown Tennis Club and Riddells Creek Tennis Club.
Visser said he is itching to become a member of the Keilor community.
“I’m looking forward to being an adopted Keilor person. I want to get to know people first. It’s not just tennis lessons, it’s getting to know the kids and families.”
Visser hopes to expand the club’s offerings in the coming months.
“Any age and ability is welcome,” he said. “For me it’s promoting sports and having fun.
“Previously, this club has been school programs during the day or coaching after four and that’s about it.
“I’m really hoping to build a cardio or mums program during the day and a few other things.”
Details: viss.tennis@gmail.com
