Longevity & Wellness
Measurable Skill Development
Personalized Coaching
Do you offer indoor training options?
Am I too old to start playing tennis or return to the game?
I’ve never played tennis before. Can I still be coached?
What if I don’t have a racket or don’t know what equipment to buy?
Do you offer coaching in my area (Orange, South Orange, or Wayne)?
Do you provide skill or fitness assessments before starting?
What if I’m out of shape or haven’t been active in a while?
Coaching Built Around You
Build With Confidence
Flexible Training Options
Meet Your Coach
Starting tennis can feel intimidating, whether you’re picking up a racquet for the first time, returning after years away, or simply wanting to feel more confident on the court. At Dr. B. Jones Tennis Academy, you’re guided every step of the way with personalized coaching rooted in decades of experience and a deep love for the game that has helped change lives, not just backhands. What would it feel like to train in an environment where you’re supported, encouraged, and truly seen as an individual? Book a lesson or consultation today and take your first step onto the court with confidence.
Let's Get Started
We offer mobile coaching and come to a location that works for you.
We’re fully mobile and can come to you, or we can recommend trusted indoor and outdoor court locations so you can train year round. During your assessment, we’ll discuss the best location for your lessons, so there’s no stress or uncertainty about where to train.
We currently serve Orange, South Orange, Wayne, and the nearby New Jersey areas.
Let's Get Started
"Dr. Jones is a fantastic tennis coach, tennis enthusiast, motivator and a true lover of the game!"
"He makes playing fun"
Dr. Bernie is WONDERFUL! He makes playing fun and is very thorough in his direction. He makes even the most beginner player feel special and valuable in the court. His passion for tennis shows in everything that he does. Lessons with him are always so much fun and I look forward to working with him again soon! Thanks, Coach Bernie!!
Daisy M.
"Wonderful coach and mentor"
I've been taking tennis lessons with Dr. Jones for over 2 years, and in addition to my game improving immensely, he is a wonderful coach and mentor. He brings his whole tennis life experience to the lessons and conducts them with support, guidance and expertise. He is especially good at celebrating the "wins" and using the other moments as a teaching lesson. He is a wonderful coach and teacher!
Kate W.
"Nothing but great things"
Bernie is an amazing tennis teacher/coach/player!! I honestly have nothing but great things to say about him and in my opinion he should be charging more. He constantly stays late or comes early to help teach. Can’t believe how lucky I have been to find someone as amazing as him!! Can’t wait to get my son into lessons next!
Catherine B.
"Way beyond expectations"
As a Pro, Dr. Jones helped me improve my game this past season. His clinics were informative, as well as fun. Students even walked away with HW and Dr. Jones follows up on it. His love for tennis and helping players improve was evident in all instructional programming I attended. As a member of Berkeley TC - I’ve come to admire Bernie’s personal investment in delivering Pro services. His dedication goes way beyond expectations.
Maria A.
"Steady improvement and confidence on the court"
I cannot recommend Dr. Bernie Jones highly enough! His passion for the game, combined with his exceptional teaching skills, creates an unparalleled learning experience for players of all levels. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, he tailors lessons to your unique needs, ensuring steady improvement and confidence on the court. That has been my experience over the past 10 years. Bernie's professionalism, positivity, and deep knowledge of tennis make every session enjoyable and productive. If you're looking to elevate your game while working with someone who genuinely cares about your progress, look no further because Bernie Jones is the best in the business! 🎾👏
Mj C.
"Always taking us to the next level"
Highly recommend Bernie for tennis lessons. He has coached our once-beginner group of moms for a few years now, always taking us to the next level. He’s also great with kids, ensuring quality instruction while having fun.
Nicky B.
Step 1: Book Your Intro Assessment
In this 15-minute introductory session, we take the time to understand your goals with tennis. We’ll talk about your experience, where you feel your current skill level is, and what you want to gain from lessons so we can guide you in the right direction. There’s no hassle or commitment here, just a relaxed conversation to gather more information and see if it’s a good fit on both sides.
Step 2: Trial Lesson
We believe in complete clarity, no secrets, no confusion, and no guesswork. We’ll schedule a time and place for an on-court tennis assessment so we can understand your current level and begin building a personalized blueprint to help you reach your goals. From there, we’ll recommend the best path forward and schedule future sessions or lesson packages that work best for you.
Step 3: Tennis Session Launch
This is where the real work begins. We actively train and coach you using a detailed, personalized approach built around your specific goals. You’ll receive clear feedback, measurable progress markers, and ongoing guidance to keep you moving forward. There are no cookie-cutter programs here. Every plan is tailored to where you are and where you want to be, and we’re with you every step of the journey.
"Steady improvement and confidence on the court"
I cannot recommend Dr. Bernie Jones highly enough! His passion for the game, combined with his exceptional teaching skills, creates an unparalleled learning experience for players of all levels. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, he tailors lessons to your unique needs, ensuring steady improvement and confidence on the court. That has been my experience over the past 10 years. Bernie's professionalism, positivity, and deep knowledge of tennis make every session enjoyable and productive. If you're looking to elevate your game while working with someone who genuinely cares about your progress, look no further because Bernie Jones is the best in the business! 🎾👏
MJ. C
"Way beyond expectations"
As a Pro, Dr. Jones helped me improve my game this past season. His clinics were informative, as well as fun. Students even walked away with HW and Dr. Jones follows up on it. His love for tennis and helping players improve was evident in all instructional programming I attended. As a member of Berkeley TC - I’ve come to admire Bernie’s personal investment in delivering Pro services. His dedication goes way beyond expectations.
Maria A.
