Martin Parkes

Coach Martin Parkes has 30 years of coaching experience at every level, from beginner to professional including 10 years as Director for Nike Adult Camps at Pepperdine and 3 years at La Quinta.

A former top junior and NCAA Division I ranked player from Great Britain, he has been based in the U.S. for the past 25+ years, including 9 years at the Saddlebrook International Tennis Academy in Florida, where he served in dual role as the ITF Team leader and mental skills/performance program director. Later transitioned to college coaching while completing his MBA in Sports Business, Coach Parkes led the Saint Leo University men’s team to a national final and #1 national ranking, while guiding the women’s team to two Final Four appearances. Joined Pepperdine University as the men’s assistant coach for the 2016-17 season, helping the team secure a #40 national ranking, second place finish in the WCC regular season and run to the championship final. Then served as the Pepperdine Tennis Community director.

A certified RSPA and PTR Elite Pro and frequent guest speaker at coach education conferences worldwide.

His coaching highlights include reaching an NCAA national final with Saint Leo and acting as a sports psychologist and traveling coach for Jonathan Marray, the 2012 Wimbledon men’s doubles champion. Throughout his career, he has influenced numerous players, many of whom have gone on to become top professionals or represent elite collegiate programs.
Currently, Director of Racquets at Marina Racquet Club in Marina Del Rey and resident coach at North Ranch Country Club in Westlake Village, engaging players of all levels with events centered on his coaching philosophy of “Making better lives through tennis!”