Competitive Tennis Coaching & Elite Athlete Development
We build champions. From international rankings to national titles, our high-performance program transforms sheer grit into podium results.
This is the result of relentless dedication. We are incredibly proud to have our trainee, Karthika Padmakumar, achieve the number 1 ranking in Asia for the Girls U14 category, a testament to our high-performance coaching.
Our fitness sessions are famously tough, or "like a horror movie" as our players jokingly say. This is where we build the physical and mental endurance needed to outlast any opponent on the court.
We take our players to the global stage. Here is our trainee Presha Shanthamoorthi, after winning the Singles Title at the prestigious Spanish Federation Women’s Open, proving our training excels at the international level.
Our founder, Suraj Bikkannavar, with our player Sreenidhi Balaji. We are proud that both were selected to represent the Karnataka State Team at the National Games, as coach and player respectively, highlighting our leadership in Indian tennis.
We train our athletes to be explosive and dominant. This jump smash drill is a perfect example of how we develop the power and athletic ability required for high-stakes match play.
Winning the prestigious Fenesta Nationals is a dream for every junior player in India. We are proud to have coached Aradhya Kshitij to clinch both the Singles and Doubles titles in the Boys 18 and Under category.
Speed and agility are non-negotiable. Our on-court sprint drills are designed to build explosive first-step quickness and court coverage, ensuring our players can reach any ball.
About this collection
If you are looking for a casual weekend hobby, this program is likely not the right fit. Our athletes come here to compete at AITA and ITF levels, where every forehand and sprint session is designed to break limits. We don't promise comfort; we promise the technical precision and physical conditioning required to win matches.
The Path to High-Performance
Our training isn't just about swinging a racket. It is about building an athlete. We operate on a 'grit over talent' philosophy, meaning we prioritize the mental toughness and physical endurance required to stay in a match when your legs are burning.
What the Training Involves:
- Intense Conditioning: As our students joke, fitness here can feel 'like a horror movie.' It includes outdoor heat acclimatization, resistance band work, and agility drills designed to build stamina that lasts long after your opponent fades.
- Technical Breakdown: We use video analysis and projector-based feedback to dissect game patterns. You won't just learn to hit; you will learn how to read your opponent’s court positioning.
- Match Simulation: Through live-ball drills and situational sparring, we recreate the pressure of tournament play so that nothing you face in a real match feels new.
Why Join Our Squad
We don't just coach; we mentor. Whether it is navigating the AITA tournament circuit or planning for ITF events, we handle the roadmap so you can focus on the performance. Our academy at Doddakannelli (Sarjapur Road) and Neeladri Road (Electronic City) serves as a hub for players who are serious about representing the state and the country. We believe in transparency—if we think a player has the drive to reach the national level, we will push them there.
Sol Sports
I'm Suraj Bikkannavar. I founded Sol Sports because I believe tennis is more than a game; it is a family culture built on hard work. Whether you are aiming for your first state tournament or representing India, I am personally involved in every athlete's journey.
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