Coaching
In late 2026, Flagstaff Hill Tennis Club engaged Active Tennis Academy to deliver the club’s coaching program.
Active Tennis Academy – where passion meets performance
Active Tennis Academy was founded by head coach Jake Davies and is based at Happy Valley Tennis Club. The coaching program at Flagstaff Hill Tennis Club is led by Leon Burckhardt, Active’s head of junior development. Leon has been involved with FHTC for more than 12 years and is actively involved with the club as Senior and Junior Tennis Director. He is an experienced tennis coach with a background in strength and conditioning and athletics.
Our mission
Active Tennis Academy’s mission is to instil a love for tennis in people of all ages while continually striving for personal and collective improvement.
Active Tennis Academy’s Player Pathway
Active’s Player Pathway is designed to clearly outline the steps needed to progress to the next level, ensuring players understand their goals and the skills required for advancement.
The coaching team has the experience and skills to help each player work towards their own personal tennis goals, with programs catering for all ages and abilities.
Jake Davies
Head Coach
With more than a decade of coaching experience across three continents, Jake has developed his craft while working alongside a number of world-class coaches.
He has experience coaching Australian-ranked juniors and ITF competitors and is a certified ATPCA Master Professional, with a history of helping junior players take their game to the next level.
Jake develops the programs delivered by Active Tennis Academy, offering programs for all ages and abilities, from beginners through to performance players.
Leon Burckhardt
Head Coach - Flagstaff Hill Tennis Club
Leon Burckhardt is an experienced and passionate tennis coach with a strong focus on developing players of all ages and abilities.
With experience coaching juniors from beginner through to advanced levels, Leon combines technical development, game-based learning with a fun, positive environment to help players build confidence and reach their potential. His coaching philosophy centres on making tennis enjoyable, accessible and focused on long-term player development.