Start as a freelance tennis coach on local courts

Parents of children who want to learn, plus adults who are new to tennis or want to improve.

A set price per lesson, or a block of lessons or a short course paid up front. Group sessions bring in more per hour than one-to-one.

• Good tennis technique at a level you can demonstrate
• Patient, clear teaching for all ages
• Organising bookings and payments
• Working outdoors in changeable weather

• Public liability insurance, which courts and venues often ask to see
• An enhanced DBS check and safeguarding training, which are usually expected when coaching children (check what the LTA and venues require)
• Whether you need a booking, permit or fee to coach on public courts, as this varies by council
• Income drops in winter and wet weather, so plan for cancellations
• First aid training is usually expected by venues and is worth having

Startup costs are typically around £400 to £2,000, depending on your equipment, insurance and any training or checks you need. These are estimates, so check current prices for your own set-up.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around £300 to £2,500, depending on how many lessons you teach. Income drops in winter and wet weather, so plan for cancellations.

Check public liability insurance, which venues often ask to see. Check enhanced DBS and safeguarding requirements for coaching children, including what the LTA and venues expect, whether you need a booking, permit or fee on public courts, and first aid training.