What's the rate?+
Two options: $125 for a one-off 60-minute private session, or $500/month for 4 lessons (locks in a recurring weekly slot). That's just Kiran's coaching fee — court fees are paid separately to the club when you reserve.
What level does Kiran coach?+
Kiran works with anyone from beginners through UTR 16.5. He plays at 13.2 himself, so the ceiling is high — but he's just as happy rebuilding a player from scratch or to drill point patterns with a mid-level competitive player.
UTR RATING SCALE · 1.0 TO 16.5
- 1.0–2.5
- New to the sport. Building basic strokes, contact, movement, and short rallies.
- 3.0–4.5
- Can sustain rallies and control medium-pace balls. Competitive recreational player.
- 5.0–6.5
- Dependable strokes, directional control, and point construction. Strong club and local tournament level.
- 7.0–8.5
- Advanced tournament player with pace, depth, and variety. Strong varsity, sectional, and college-bound junior range.
- 9.0–10.5
- High-level tournament range.
- 11.0–12.5
- National-level amateur and high college lineup range, with reliable high-end weapons.
- 13.0–14.5
- Elite college, ITF, and lower-tier professional range.
- 15.0–16.5
- Top professional level.
Where in New York do we play?+
Kiran coaches out of five courts in the Riverdale / Bronx area — The Club of Riverdale (TCR, $115/hr), Riverdale Tennis Club ($40/hr), Vista Indoor Tennis ($70/hr), Seton Park (free public), and Van Cortlandt Park (free public). You pick the court when you book and call the club directly to reserve it.
What should I bring?+
Your racket, non-marking court shoes, water, and a towel.
How long is a session?+
Sixty minutes, on the hour. Warmup and cool-down would be inside the hour — if you're loose before you step on court, you'll get more work in. I recommend showing up 10–15 minutes early to stretch.
Can I bring a hitting partner for a split session?+
Yes. As long as both players are above level 4 UTR.
Can I book a recurring weekly slot?+
Yes, after your first session if it's a good fit on both sides. Text Kiran and he'll hold a standing weekly time on his calendar.
Do you work with kids?+
Yes - I work with all ages of players, especially those at a young age already playing tournaments. However, if you are far from me and unable to travel to these courts, I can refer you to someone else.
Will video be part of the session?+
On request, yes. Kiran will film rallies with a phone on a tripod and walk you through what he's seeing or can review with you previous matches you have recorded — this will need to be booked as a 2 hour session. Ask in the booking notes.