Brad Heck – Tennis Coach
Hello, my name is Brad Heck. I commenced coaching tennis
with students of the school in 2015 following a request from Mal Anderson to
continue his good work in previous years.
I live near Fernvale with my wife, Jeanette, where my parents enrolled
me in tennis coaching in primary school. I have been enjoying playing tennis
for 45 years, commencing with playing fixtures in Ipswich, and then with many
clubs around Queensland. I have been successful at several regional tournaments
and fixture competitions, and continue to play regularly for enjoyment.
I have
been teaching tennis for around 20 years, commencing with my own children and
as a volunteer assistant to Harry Redgrave at the Gatton Tennis Club. Following
a career in the rural water industry, in 2013 I became a qualified Development
Coach with Tennis Coaches Australia. Since then I have been coaching with Tall
Gums Sports Centre at Walloon on a part time basis. I coach twice weekly at
Gatton, and weekly at Laidley, Lake Clarendon, Fernvale and Walloon. I am also
the secretary of the Lockyer District Tennis Association and run the junior Hot
Shots program in Gatton.
Tennis is a great game that can be played for life,
and I really enjoy the opportunity of introducing children to the sport, seeing
them having fun and facilitating their individual progression to their optimum ability.
I currently coach at the school at 8am on Tuesdays, and all ages are welcome to
join in.
A 45 minute group lesson costs $13 per student. If you would like to
discuss tennis at any time, please call me on 54266150 or 0435562578.
Basketball
Our Chaplain runs a basketball clinic for students in years 4-6 before school on Monday and Wednesday mornings. Students in these year levels must speak to our Chaplain before commencing.