Tennis-Workshop Coach the Coaches 2025 in Basel

Beat Weidmann
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On the weekend of October 25 and 26, 2025, the third edition of the international workshop “Coach the Coaches” took place at the St. Jakobshalle in Basel – a high-profile side event held in conjunction with the Swiss Indoors Basel (ATP 500). Under this year’s theme, “The Best of Youth Tennis,” renowned coaches, experts, and enthusiasts from around the world gathered to exchange insights on the latest developments and best practices in children’s and youth tennis.

Top-Class Speakers and Practical Content

The event impressed with an outstanding lineup of international top coaches:

Garry Cahill (Ireland), founder of Prodigy Tennis, shared his experiences from international coaching practice on Sunday.
Donato Campagnoli (Italy), representative of the Italian Tennis and Padel Federation (FITP), provided insights into international high-performance training.
Steve Whelan (England), owner of My Tennis Coaching Limited, gave a talk on targeted serve training for the Green Court.
Stefan Kermas (Germany), performance coaching expert, spoke on “Game | Set | Lead.”
Michael Ebert (Austria), founder of tennis4kids, presented pathways from the Orange Court to world-class performance.
Kevin Böttcher (Germany) and Sebastian Metzger (Germany) jointly explored the “Game Based Approach” for players under 12.
Ruben Neyens (Netherlands), coach at KNLTB, presented best practices from elite sports on both days.
Gregor Ficko (Slovenia), showcased “Technique, Precision & Creativity: The Gamechangers of the Future” on Saturday.

Interactive Workshops and Networking

Participants benefited from hands-on workshops, in-depth discussions, and an exclusive dinner with the speakers. The event offered a unique platform for sharing knowledge, experiences, and innovative training methods in youth tennis.

International Reach Through Live Streaming

Thanks to a professional live streaming service, international participants were also able to join the event virtually. Simultaneous translation in German and English ensured accessible participation for a broad audience.

Collaboration with Swiss Indoors Basel

The close cooperation with Swiss Indoors Basel gave the event a special atmosphere. Participants had the opportunity to experience the ATP tournament final live – a highlight that impressively bridged theory and practice.

Conclusion

“Coach the Coaches 2025” was a resounding success – both in terms of content and organization. The event set new standards in continuing education for youth tennis coaches and strengthened international networking within the tennis community. With a mix of expertise, passion, and innovation, it made a significant contribution to the advancement of youth tennis.