About us
Passionate about tennis. Passionate about people.
Tennis Mott Coaching was built on a simple belief: that great coaching changes lives — not just games. We work with players of all ages and abilities across North London, and we're proud of the community we've built together.
How it all started
James Mott started coaching in North London with one goal in mind: to make high-quality tennis accessible to everyone. What began as a handful of junior sessions quickly grew into a thriving programme spanning three venues — Bounds Green LTC, Bush Hill Park LTC, and Broomfield Park.
The ethos has never changed. Whether it's a five-year-old picking up a racket for the first time or an adult looking to sharpen their game, every player deserves coaching that's fun, structured, and genuinely effective.
Roberto Valverde joined the team and brought his own energy and expertise, strengthening the programme and helping more players reach their potential. Together, James and Roberto have built something they're genuinely proud of — a coaching team that families trust and players love.
Meet the coaches
James Mott
Head Coach & Founder
- LTA Level 4 Coach
- BSc Sports Performance — University of Bath
- DBS checked
James founded Tennis Mott Coaching with a vision to bring world-class junior and adult coaching to North London. His academic background in Sports Performance gives him a deep understanding of how players develop physically and mentally — and his sessions reflect that. Warm, encouraging, and endlessly patient, James has a gift for making every player feel capable and motivated.
"Tennis should be the best part of your week. My job is to make sure it is."
Roberto Valverde
Assistant Coach
- LTA Level 3 Coach
- DBS checked
Roberto brings infectious enthusiasm and technical precision to every session. Whether he's working with beginners finding their feet or more experienced players refining their technique, Roberto has a knack for breaking down complex skills into simple, achievable steps. Players of all ages respond brilliantly to his coaching style.
"Every player has more potential than they realise. My job is to help them find it."
What we stand for
Inclusive by design
Tennis is for everyone. We keep our prices fair, our sessions welcoming, and our doors open to players of all backgrounds and abilities.
Quality coaching
Both James and Roberto hold LTA qualifications and invest in their own development so their players always benefit from the best current thinking in coaching.
Community first
We've built something special across our three venues — a community of players and families who support each other on and off the court.
Fun that leads to progress
We believe the best way to improve is to enjoy the process. Our sessions are designed to be genuinely fun — because engaged players are improving players.
Ready to get started?
Whether you're looking for junior group sessions, adult coaching, or a holiday camp, we'd love to welcome you to the Tennis Mott family.