DP Tennis Academy

What DP Tennis Academy does

DP Tennis Academy is a privately-held, single-location junior tennis training academy operating under the legal entity Dana Point Tennis LLC in Laguna Hills, California. Founded and led by Rogan Egerton, the academy delivers in-person tennis instruction to children and adolescents across a structured program portfolio: Mini Tennis (ages 5–8), Junior Development (ages 9 and older), a Performance Program for tournament-level players, and a Full Time Academy combining education, fitness, tennis training, and competition. Seasonal offerings include a Summer Camp and a Team Tennis format, expanding the academy's commercial footprint beyond year-round weekly lessons.

The business runs exclusively on a direct-to-consumer professional services model. All training is delivered on-site at the Nellie Gail Ranch Tennis Club facility, which provides 12 championship tennis courts, a junior Olympic swimming pool and jacuzzi, and an on-site stringing and pro shop. Customer acquisition is driven through the academy's website (dptennisacademy.com), social media, email inquiry, word-of-mouth referrals, and community presence via USTA affiliation and Dana Point Chamber of Commerce membership. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; prospective customers are routed to direct phone or email contact.

The operation is small (11–50 employees), founder-owned with no disclosed institutional investors, no parent company outside of the owning LLC, no funding history, and no signs of multi-site expansion. Revenue is generated solely from program fees and coaching services rendered at the Laguna Hills facility, with ancillary monetization from pro shop, stringing, and facility amenity access. The company has no proprietary technology platform, no app, and no AI/ML systems; it operates as a traditional service business in a single regional market (Orange County, California).

Name

DP Tennis Academy

Legal name

Dana Point Tennis LLC

Website

https://danapointtennis.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

DP Tennis Academy is a privately-held junior tennis training academy in Laguna Hills, California, owned by Rogan Egerton. It delivers in-person coaching programs — from Mini Tennis for ages 5–8 through a Full Time Academy — at the Nellie Gail Ranch Tennis Club facility to children, adolescents, and competitive tournament players.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Tennis Coaching Services

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYMPAKAJAB

Single-Sport Skill Academies (Soccer, Basketball, Tennis, etc.)

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Sports (Leagues, Teams, Events, Venues)/Sports Camps, Academies & Training Centers

SECONDARYHSADAEAA

Sport-Specific Skills Coaching (e.g., soccer, basketball, tennis)

Home & Personal Services/Fitness, Wellness & Personal Training/Sports Coaching & Athletic Performance

SECONDARYMPAKABAF

Tennis & Racquet Sports Clubs (Tennis, Padel, Pickleball, Squash)

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Sports (Leagues, Teams, Events, Venues)/Professional Sports Teams & Clubs

Keywords

• Junior tennis training
• Tennis academy programs
• Tournament tennis coaching
• Youth tennis development
• Tennis summer camp

Headquarters

HQ city

Laguna Hills

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Tennis Training Programs: The academy generates revenue through offering structured tennis training programs for junior players of varying ages and skill levels. Revenue is likely derived from program fees, coaching services, and potentially facility access at Nellie Gail Ranch Tennis Club. Programs include Mini Tennis, Junior Development, High Performance/Performance, and Full Time Academy.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

DP Tennis Academy is a junior tennis training academy located at Nellie Gail Ranch Tennis Club in Laguna Hills, California. It delivers in-person tennis coaching programs for children and teens, ranging from introductory Mini Tennis (ages 5-8) through Junior Development, High Performance (tournament players), and a Full Time Academy that combines education, fitness, tennis, and competition. Seasonal offerings include Summer Camp and Team Tennis.

Product overview

DP Tennis Academy is a service-based tennis instruction provider offering a portfolio of programs for junior players of all ages and abilities. The core offerings include Mini Tennis (ages 5-8), Junior Development (ages 9+), High Performance for tournament players, and a Full Time Academy combining education with tennis training. Seasonal offerings include Summer Camp and Team Tennis. The academy operates at Nellie Gail Ranch Tennis Club in Laguna Hills, California, with 12 championship tennis courts, a swimming pool, and pro shop facilities.

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Products and services

• Mini Tennis Entry-level tennis program designed for children ages 5-8 years, introducing fundamental tennis skills and court awareness in a fun, age-appropriate environment. Intended for young beginners and their parents.
• Junior Development Tennis development program for junior players aged 9 years and older, focused on building technical skills, strategy, and competitive readiness. Targeted at pre-teen and teen players progressing in the sport.
• High Performance Intensive tournament-focused program for competitive players seeking advanced training, match play, and performance optimization. Aimed at junior tournament players.
• Full Time Academy Comprehensive full-time academy program combining education, fitness training, tennis instruction, and competitive match play for serious junior athletes seeking a holistic development pathway.
• Summer Camp Seasonal summer tennis camp offering intensive training, skill development, and competitive play for junior players during the school break.
• Team Tennis Team-based tennis training and competition program enabling junior players to participate in team matches and develop collaborative skills.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Dana Point Tennis LLCcoreOthersDana Point Tennis LLC is the parent company that owns and operates DP Tennis Academy. The academy is proudly associated with Dana Point Tennis LLC, which is a multi-sport service management company. Dana Point Tennis LLC handles the business operations and permits customers to use photographs, videos, and recordings of participants for marketing purposes.
• Nellie Gail Ranch Tennis ClubcoreOthersDP Tennis Academy operates from the Nellie Gail Ranch Tennis Club facility located at 25281 Empty Saddle Dr, Laguna Hills, CA 92653. The facility provides 12 Championship Tennis Courts, Jr. Olympic Swimming Pool & Jacuzzi, and Stringing & Pro Shop services that support the academy's training programs.
• United States Tennis Association (USTA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDP Tennis Academy is associated with the USTA (United States Tennis Association), indicating alignment with the national governing body for tennis in the United States. This association provides credibility and connection to the broader U.S. tennis ecosystem.
• Dana Point Chamber of CommerceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDana Point Tennis LLC (parent company of DP Tennis Academy) is a member of the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce. This membership provides networking opportunities, community credibility, and local business connections within the Dana Point area.

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Junior Tennis Champions Center (JTCC): Maryland-based nonprofit junior tennis training center producing USTA-ranked players and college athletes. Comparable in structured junior development pathways and elite player pipeline.
• Weil Tennis Academy: Ojai, California-based junior tennis academy offering college-prep academics combined with high-performance training. Comparable Full Time Academy concept combining education and intensive tennis.
• John Newcombe Tennis Academy: Texas-based junior tennis academy offering year-round programs, summer camps, and full-time training. Comparable program tiers and tournament-focused training for junior players.
• Rick Macci Tennis Academy: Florida-based junior tennis academy run by a celebrity coach offering tiered programs from beginner to elite. Direct comparability in junior tennis coaching, program tiers, and tournament-focused development model.
• Saddlebrook Tennis Academy: Florida-based residential tennis academy offering junior programs, summer camps, and full-time training. Directly comparable as a multi-tier junior tennis academy with education-tied options and seasonal camp revenue.
• Evert Tennis Academy: Boca Raton-based junior tennis academy founded by Chris Evert offering comprehensive training for competitive juniors. Comparable in its full-time academy model, college placement focus, and tiered junior programs.
• Bolles School Tennis Program: Jacksonville, Florida private school integrating elite tennis training with rigorous academics. Comparable Full Time Academy model combining education and competitive tennis development.

Broad incumbents

• IMG Academy: National multi-sport performance and boarding academy based in Bradenton, Florida. Comparable in combining athletics, academics, and full-time training at scale, but far larger and multi-sport, making it the dominant incumbent in elite junior sports.
• Life Time Athletic & Tennis: National luxury athletic club operator offering tennis programming among many other sports. Comparable in operating tennis facilities and junior coaching, but as part of a multi-sport/fitness portfolio rather than a dedicated tennis academy.

Others

• USTA Southern California: Regional governing body of USTA serving Southern California tennis community. Comparable as an ecosystem partner (DP Tennis is USTA-associated) that drives tournament participation and player development referrals.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

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Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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