Elite, personalized private and group tennis lessons for adults and juniors — from a coach with 30+ years of experience who trained under Dennis Van Der Meer. Outdoors March–October at Southport & Perry Meridian High Schools, indoors in winter at West Indy Racquet Club.
5.0 from 100+ Google reviews — read them on GoogleAuthor of Using the Law of Attraction in Tennis.
Many students drive from Greenwood, Indiana — an easy 15-minute trip up I-65. Learn more about tennis lessons in Indianapolis, junior tennis lessons, or tennis lessons in Greenwood.
30+
Years Coaching
1000s
Students Coached
5.0★
Google Rating
100+
Five-Star Reviews
1st
UIndy Regional Title (Asst. Coach)
Played in high school or college and haven't picked up a racket in years? The Comeback Series is three private 60-minute lessons built to reset your strokes, rebuild your footwork, and get you back on court with confidence. No judgment, no clinic full of strangers — just direct coaching from a coach with 30+ years of experience who trained under Dennis Van Der Meer at the Van Der Meer Tennis Center.
Stroke Reset
Forehand, backhand, and the fundamentals that matter.
Footwork & Serve
Get your movement and serve back where they were.
Live Match Play
Points, strategy, and real game situations.
Coached by Bruce Hartrich — ARA member, 30+ years of tennis experience, trained under Dennis Van Der Meer.
Bruce Hartrich is an Indianapolis-based tennis coach with over 30 years of experience coaching adults and juniors. He runs private lessons, group clinics, and structured programs on outdoor courts at Southport High School and Perry Meridian High School. Whether you're picking up a racquet for the first time or competing at an advanced level, Coach Bruce offers personalized instruction built to deliver real, measurable progress.
From one-on-one private sessions to high-energy group clinics, every program is designed to develop real skills you can use in match play. Players of all ages and levels train with Coach Bruce — beginners through advanced competitors from Indianapolis, Greenwood, and the south side.
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Kids & teens, first racquet to varsity tryouts
Group: 90 min · $30/class outdoors (8-pack $200)
Indoor winter groups: priced by group size
Private: 60 min · $80/hr
League, tournament and competitive players
Private: 60 min · $80/hr
Game Plan: 10 lessons $720 ($700 by Zelle/Venmo)
Comeback Series: 3 lessons $220
High-energy weekly classes for adults & juniors
90-minute classes
Adults: $26 outdoors (8-pack $180) · $27.50 indoors
Juniors: $30 outdoors · indoor priced by group size
The fastest path to real improvement
60 min · $80/hr outdoors
$100/hr indoors (winter, West Indy Racquet Club)
$85/hr north side (Lawrence Township)
For players ready to commit to real improvement. Ten private 60-minute lessons, scheduled at your pace.
$720
Save $80 versus ten single lessons
Pay by Zelle or Venmo for $700 — save an extra $20.
With 30 years of tennis coaching experience and 16 years running his own program in the Indianapolis area, Coach Bruce Hartrich brings a rare depth of knowledge to every lesson on the court.
Bruce's career began under the mentorship of legendary tennis educator Dennis Van der Meer, whose teaching methodology shaped Bruce's player-first coaching philosophy. He went on to serve as Head Pro at Portsmouth Racquet Club in Portsmouth, OH, and worked at several clubs early in his career before establishing his own program.
As assistant coach of the University of Indianapolis Men's Tennis team from 2012 to 2016, Bruce handled the day-to-day coaching of the men's program during the years it won its first Regional Championship in school history — a milestone that still stands as a testament to his ability to develop competitive players.
Bruce is also the author of Using the Law of Attraction in Tennis, a book that blends mindset training with on-court strategy to help players unlock their full potential.
Over the decades, Bruce has taught thousands of juniors and adults across Indianapolis, Greenwood, and the surrounding southside communities. Whether you're picking up a racquet for the first time or sharpening your game for competition, Coach Bruce has the experience to get you there.
30+
Years Coaching
16
Years in Indy
1000s
Students Taught
1st
UIndy Regional Title
Dennis Van der Meer Trained
Mentored by one of tennis's greatest teaching innovators
Former Head Pro & College Coach
Portsmouth Racquet Club Head Pro · UIndy Men's Tennis Coach
Published Author
Using the Law of Attraction in Tennis
Bruce is the author of Using the Law of Attraction in Tennis: How to Use the Power within You to Take Your Game and Your Life to the Next Level. Published by AuthorHouse in 2021, the book draws on three decades of tennis instruction and applies mental performance principles to help players move past the plateaus that hold their game back. Bruce publishes under his middle name, Allen Hartrich.
Adult and junior group classes run weekly on outdoor courts at Southport and Perry Meridian High Schools. Each session is led by Coach Bruce and focuses on drills, strategy, and match-play readiness. Save with an 8-class package, or drop in per session. Players from Greenwood and the south side welcome.
No packages indoors. Contact Coach Bruce at (317) 670-4686 or info@tennisedgecrm.com to book.
Adult Group
Tuesday • 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Adult Group
Wednesday • 7:30 - 9:00 PM
Junior Group
Friday • 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Adult Group
Sunday • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Advanced Adults
Monday • 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Adult Fast Feeds
Wednesday • 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Intermediate Adults
Thursday • 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Adult Cardio
Saturday • 9:00 - 10:30 AM
Package of 8 classes: $180 (save $28)
Junior Tennis
Tuesday • 5:00 - 6:30 PM
Junior Tennis
Saturday • 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Package of 8 classes: $200 (save $40)
Hundreds of adults and juniors across Indianapolis trust Coach Bruce to help them improve. Here's what sets his coaching apart.
Every lesson is tailored to your skill level, goals, and playing style — no cookie-cutter drills.
30+ years of coaching, a published author, and training under tennis legend Dennis Van der Meer.
Known for creating a positive, pressure-free environment where players of all ages thrive.
Led UIndy to a Regional Championship and has helped thousands of players build lasting skills.
From group clinics to private sessions — see juniors, adults, and families from Indianapolis and Greenwood, Indiana in action on our outdoor courts.
From March through October, lessons and group classes take place on well-maintained outdoor hard courts at two Indianapolis high schools. Both locations offer ample parking and are easily accessible from I-65 and US-31. In winter, lessons move indoors to West Indy Racquet Club.
971 E Banta Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46227
Primary location for most group classes and private tennis lessons. South side of Indianapolis — 15 minutes from Greenwood via I-65.
401 W Meridian School Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46217
Additional court availability for scheduling flexibility. Convenient for players from Perry Meridian, Beech Grove, and Franklin Township.
Serving Indianapolis, Greenwood, Southport, Perry Meridian, Beech Grove, Franklin Township, and Center Grove. Many families from Greenwood, Indiana drive 15 minutes up I-65 for quality tennis instruction on the south side.
Ready to start your tennis journey? Whether you're in Indianapolis, Greenwood, Indiana, or anywhere on the south side, I'd love to hear from you. Schedule a trial lesson or ask about our adult and junior tennis programs.
Location
Southport HS & Perry Meridian HS — Indianapolis, IN
Outdoor courts · Easy commute from Greenwood & the south side via I-65
Phone
317-670-4686
info@tennisedgecrm.com
Tennis tips and news from the south side of Indianapolis.
A starter guide for adults and juniors picking up tennis on the south side of Indianapolis — what to bring, where to play, and how to find lessons.
Placeholder entry for upcoming clinic announcements, seasonal schedule changes, and local south-side Indianapolis tennis news.
Looking for a tennis coach in Indianapolis? Coach Bruce Hartrich has been teaching tennis on the south side of Indianapolis since 2010, building one of the area's most established independent coaching programs. Whether you need private tennis lessons, semi-private sessions, or want to join a group clinic, The Indy Tennis Pro offers programs designed for every age and ability level.
Adult students make up a large part of the program. Many adults come to Coach Bruce as beginners — they played years ago in high school or college and want to get back on the court. Others are intermediate or advanced players looking to sharpen specific parts of their game: serve technique, net play, footwork, or match strategy. Adult tennis classes in Indianapolis run Monday through Saturday on outdoor courts at Southport High School and Perry Meridian High School. Evening and weekend time slots make it easy for working professionals to fit tennis into their schedule.
The Indy Tennis Pro's junior program introduces kids to tennis fundamentals in a structured, encouraging environment. Junior tennis lessons in Indianapolis focus on proper grip, stroke mechanics, movement patterns, and sportsmanship. Coach Bruce has coached thousands of juniors over his 30-year career, and served as assistant coach of the University of Indianapolis men's tennis team during the years it won its first Regional Championship. Junior classes are held on Tuesdays and Saturdays, with private lessons available throughout the week.
If you've searched for a "private tennis instructor near me" in the Indianapolis area, Coach Bruce offers one-on-one sessions at $80 per hour. Private lessons are fully customized — Bruce assesses your current level, identifies areas for improvement, and builds a lesson plan around your goals. Whether you want to develop a consistent serve, improve your backhand, or prepare for USTA league play, private coaching delivers the fastest results.
Many players drive from Greenwood, Indiana for lessons — it's a quick 15-minute commute up I-65 to the outdoor courts at Southport High School. The program also draws students from Beech Grove, Franklin Township, Center Grove, Perry Meridian, and other south side communities.
From March through October, lessons and group classes take place on public outdoor courts at two Indianapolis high schools. Southport High School (971 E Banta Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46227) serves as the primary location for most group classes and private lessons. Perry Meridian High School (401 W Meridian School Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46217) provides additional court availability for scheduling flexibility. Both locations offer well-maintained hard courts with ample parking and are easily accessible from I-65 and US-31. In winter, lessons move indoors to West Indy Racquet Club.
Getting started is simple. Call 317-670-4686, email info@tennisedgecrm.com, or fill out the contact form on this page. Coach Bruce will discuss your goals, recommend the right program, and schedule your first session. No long-term contracts — pay per session or save with an 8-class package. Tennis is a lifetime sport, and it's never too late to start.
Whether you're picking up a racquet for the first time or training for competition, Coach Bruce Hartrich is ready to help you reach your goals. No contracts, no commitments — just quality tennis instruction on the south side of Indianapolis.
Or email info@tennisedgecrm.com to ask about programs