Hard, clay or grass? A Singapore coach explains how each tennis court surface changes bounce, speed and footwork – what you’ll actually play on in Singapore, and how to adapt. By TAG International Tennis Academy.
Author: XT Tan
XT Tan (Tan Xu Teng) is the founder and head coach of TAG International Tennis Academy, Singapore's #1 tennis coaching programme since 2001. A competing ITF touring professional, XT holds an ITF Senior Tour World Ranking of #56 (Men's 35+ Singles), is Singapore #1 in the ITF 35+ Men's Singles category, and is a Singapore Open Men's Doubles Champion (2019). Under his leadership, TAG International has coached over 10,000 students across Singapore — from absolute beginners to national-level junior competitors and SEA Games alumni. XT holds an LL.B. from the National University of Singapore (admitted to the Singapore Bar) and has been invited to speak at WTA coaching conferences. His coaching philosophy combines competitive playing experience with structured, evidence-based player development methodology.
Is It Too Late to Learn Tennis as an Adult? A Singapore Coach’s Guide for Beginners
Think you’ve left it too late to pick up tennis? A Singapore national-team coach’s honest guide to learning tennis as an adult beginner – why age is no barrier, what’s realistic, how fast you’ll improve and how to start. By TAG International Tennis Academy.
How to Handle Tennis Match Nerves: A Singapore Coach’s Guide to Playing Under Pressure
Freeze up in matches? A national-team coach’s guide to handling tennis nerves in Singapore – between-points routines, breathing, a process focus and how to rehearse pressure. By TAG International Tennis Academy.
Getting Back Into Tennis as an Adult in Singapore: A Coach’s Guide for Returning Players
Returning to tennis as an adult in Singapore after years away? A national-team coach’s guide to easing back in safely, re-grooving rusty strokes, rebuilding tennis fitness and picking the right lessons. By TAG International Tennis Academy.
Where to Play Tennis in Singapore: A Coach’s Guide to Your Court Options
Where to play tennis in Singapore — public ActiveSG courts, condo courts, private clubs and indoor courts compared, so you can pick the right court for your budget, convenience and goals. By TAG International Tennis Academy.
Tennis in Singapore’s Heat & Humidity: A Coach’s Guide to Training Safely Year-Round
How to train and play tennis safely in Singapore’s heat and humidity — timing, hydration, acclimatisation, kit and indoor options, from TAG’s national-team coach.