Our Coaches
Paul Dent - Head Coach & Performance Lead
Started out as an LTA Performance Coach and later a Sports Psychologist supporting athletes reach their goals at World Championships and Olympics. Paul represented GB in the 2019 European Beach Tennis Championships and has been working with BTUK for a number of years helping juniors and adults gain enjoyment playing Beach Tennis. He is a Level 4 LTA (Lawn Tennis Association) qualified Senior Performance Tennis Coach and is available for small groups and individual lessons at mutually arranged times.
Sophie Cheesman - Senior Coach & Performance Lead
Sophie is a Level 3 LTA (Lawn Tennis Association) qualified Tennis Coach and has been involved with BTUK (Beach Tennis UK) since 2014 where she first assisted at the European Championships held in Brighton. Sophie coaches both adults and juniors and the main aim to each session is to be active, motivated and most of all have fun! Having competed in a number of tournaments ranging from BTUK to ITF she reached a ranking of 3rd in BTUK British Beach Tennis Rankings which is one of her proudest achievements! Beach Tennis is one of the most sociable, competitive and enjoyable sports so come down and get involved!
Hilda Borkhum - LTA Coaching Assistant Level 1
Hilda brings a wealth of experience as both a player and competitor in Beach Tennis. Trained by our experienced Head Coach, she has developed strong technical knowledge and practical understanding of the game. Hilda has been working with juniors and adults, helping players improve skills, build confidence, and enjoy the sport to the fullest.
She holds an LTA Coaching Assistant Level 1 qualification and is committed to delivering safe, supportive, and professional sessions. Hilda is available for small group and individual lessons at mutually arranged times.
Coaching Standards & Safeguarding
All coaches hold relevant qualifications, DBS clearance (where required), first aid certification, and operate under BTUK’s safeguarding, health & safety and inclusion protocols. This ensures a safe, supportive and professional coaching environment for all participants
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