
Excel Tennis
Enjoy Tennis. Build Skills.
Play with Confidence.
Professional Tennis Coaching for All Ages

24 Junior Competition
Teams and Growing
A strong pathway to train, compete, and develop.

20+ Years
Coaching Experience
Led by Director and Head Coach Marcus Petrou.

5-Star Rated
on Google
Trusted by Excel Tennis families and the local community.

Beginners to
National Champions
From first lessons to national champions and international touring players.
At Excel Tennis, we deliver structured coaching programs for juniors and adults in a positive, well-organised club environment.
Our programs support players at every stage of their tennis journey — from first lessons through to junior competition and advanced training — while also providing quality coaching for adults who want to learn, improve, and stay active.
Based at Mentone Tennis Club in Melbourne’s bayside area, Excel Tennis offers a welcoming, community-focused environment for players of all ages and experience levels.
Why Excel Tennis
Excel Tennis is known for its well-planned programs, experienced coaching team, clear junior development pathway, and quality adult coaching options.
Led by Director and Head Coach Marcus Petrou, who brings more than two decades of coaching experience across beginner, competition, high-performance, and international tennis environments, Excel Tennis operates with a clear coaching philosophy and consistent standards across all programs.
Our coaching team is guided and trained by Marcus to deliver a positive, professional, and consistent experience on court, helping players build confidence, enjoy their tennis, and continue improving long-term.
With 24 junior competition teams and growing, Excel Tennis has become one of the largest junior tennis environments in Melbourne, giving players the opportunity to train, compete, and be part of a strong club community while continuing to develop at the right level.
What Families Value About Excel Tennis
- A welcoming environment where players feel comfortable and encouraged
- Structured programs that help players improve with confidence
- Clear communication and consistent coaching standards
- Opportunities for players to progress into competition when ready
- A strong sense of team, club community, and long-term development
Our coaching team works closely together to ensure every player receives consistent guidance, encouragement, and a positive experience on court.

A Clear Junior Tennis Pathway
Supporting players through every stage of their tennis journey.
Additional development opportunities include:
- Holiday Tennis Program for Munchkin Tennis, Red Ball and Orange Ball players
- School Holiday Competitive Match Play for Green and Yellow Ball players
- Private Coaching available at all stages
Green and Yellow Ball players may also participate in Junior Weekend Competition through Mentone Tennis Club while training with Excel Tennis.
These opportunities help players reinforce skills, build confidence, and accelerate their progress.
Adult Coaching Options
Flexible coaching opportunities for adults of different experience levels and goals.
Flexible coaching, movement, and confidence
Structured coaching and match play
Flexible, high-energy tennis fitness session
Private Coaching is also available for adults seeking personalised coaching and accelerated improvement.
Want to Improve Faster?
Many adult players choose to combine multiple sessions each week to improve faster, build confidence, and maintain consistent training habits.

Latest News
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Excel Morning Club and Excel Cardio Tennis — Bookings Now Open
Bookings are now open for our new Morning Club and Cardio Tennis programs, commencing in August. These flexible adult morning sessions are designed to help players improve their tennis, movement and fitness in an energetic and welcoming environment.
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Term 3 Junior Group Coaching — Now Enrolling
Term 3 junior group coaching enrolments are now open. Explore our structured junior coaching programs and book online to secure a suitable place for the upcoming term.
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Welcome to the New Excel Tennis Website and App
We are excited to welcome you to the new Excel Tennis website and app, designed to make it easier to explore our programs, book coaching and manage your tennis online through the Customer Portal.
Stay In Touch
Keep up to date with the latest news and announcements at Excel Tennis
Mentone Tennis Club
First St & Nepean Hwy, Parkdale VIC 3195








