Meet the Team
Jake Carruthers
My name is Jake Carruthers and I am the head coach here at Downs LTC. I am passionate, motivated and driven to get a nation more active and involved in sport and tennis. I am a fully accredited level 4 tennis coach, with a degree in Strength and Conditioning Science and a level 3 personal training qualification. I played to a high level and coach both recreational and performance tennis. If you would like to contact me regarding tennis lessons then my number is 07789511563
Julie Adam
Julie is a level 2 accredited tennis coach and specialises with tots, mini red and mini orange. Julie gives so much energy and passion and her lessons are amazing to watch. Julie will be running the Monday afternoon sessions here at Downs LTC and if you would be interested in hitting sessions for your junior you can contact her on 07979218868.
Dan Smith
Dan Smith is a level 3 accredited tennis coach who has a major passion for tennis. Dan is a fantastic tennis player and is very knowledgeable about the game. Dan has shadowed Jake at Sutton Churches for the last year and will be working at Downs LTC on a Tuesday evening, Thursday and Saturday. Dan offers hitting sessions and private lessons. If you are looking for lessons you can contact Dan on 07818550995.
Joe Barnes
Joe Barnes has been a coach at Downs LTC for the last few years. He regularly competes in senior ITF tournaments and plays to a very high level. Joe will be running our intermediate/advanced groups on a Friday afternoon. He is always smiling and is very approachable. Joe will be offering private lessons and you can contact him on 07904305257 for lessons.