Home to professional tournaments, elite training, and unforgettable tennis experiences by the Red Sea.
Why S Tennis Academy
A Professional Tennis Destination
S Tennis Academy combines elite tennis, world-class coaching, and the unmatched lifestyle of Soma Bay into one complete experience — for players who want to train and live at the highest level.
International Competition
Home to ATP Challenger events and ITF World Tennis Tour tournaments — one of Egypt's premier competitive tennis venues.
Unique Grass Courts
Egypt's only grass court experience alongside 12 premium hard courts — training surfaces used at the world's top tournaments.
ATP-Calibre Coaching
Led by former ATP professionals ranked #17 and #130 in the world, with a dedicated sport psychologist for complete player development.
Soma Bay Destination
Located in the heart of Soma Bay on the Red Sea — combining elite tennis with one of Egypt's most attractive travel destinations.
Our Story
A Professional Tennis Destination
S Tennis Academy is built for players who want more than just training. It is a complete tennis environment combining professional tournaments, elite coaching, and world-class facilities — all set in the unique destination of Soma Bay on the Red Sea.
Train, compete, and experience tennis at a level designed for both serious players and passionate enthusiasts.
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Mohamed Safwat
ATP #130 · Olympian · Davis Cup Captain · Co-Founder
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Gilbert Schaller
ATP #17 · Austria Davis Cup Captain · Co-Founder
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Hend Eissa
Elite Sport Psychologist · Co-Founder
The People Behind STA
Meet the Founders
Former world-ranked players, Olympians, and elite performance specialists — the people behind S Tennis Academy have competed and coached at the highest levels of the game.
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Mohamed Safwat
Co-Founder & Director
ATP #130OlympianDavis Cup Captain
A former ATP professional ranked #130 in the world, two-time Olympian representing Egypt, and Davis Cup Captain — he led and inspired an entire generation of Egyptian players. Today, he channels that experience into S Tennis Academy.
ATP #130OlympianEgypt No.1Davis Cup Captain
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Gilbert Schaller
Co-Founder
ATP #17Davis Cup CaptainAustria
A former ATP Tour professional ranked #17 in the world and one of Austria's finest players. He served as Davis Cup Captain for Austria, leading his national team with the same competitive spirit that defined him on court.
ATP #17Austria Davis Cup Captain
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Hend Eissa
Co-Founder
Sport PsychologistElite Performance
A sport psychologist specialising in elite athlete performance, with experience across tennis, fencing, modern pentathlon, judo, and equestrian sports. At STA, Hend ensures every player's mental game receives the same attention as their physical development.
Sport PsychologyMulti-Sport Elite
Expert Team
Meet Your Coaches
Our on-court coaches bring daily expertise, structure, and passion — working alongside our founder-led programme to deliver a complete coaching environment.
Abdelsalam
AKA “Biso” Senior & Leisure Coach
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Abdel Ganhi
High Performance Fitness Coach
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Bahr
Mini Tennis Head Coach
Programs & Pricing
Programs for Every Player
From first steps to elite competition — a program for every player.
Kids Academy
Mini Stars (4–6) and Rising Stars (7–9) programs. Fun, structured, and built on fundamentals.
Private Coaching
Personalized sessions for juniors, adults, and performance players. One coach, one focus.
High Performance
Structured tennis and fitness programs for competitive athletes. Train with former ATP pros.
Adult Groups
Golden Rackets — play regularly, improve consistently, and compete. All levels welcome.
Tennis Camps
Multi-day immersive experiences including the Grass Court Experience at Kaktus Hotel.
Court Bookings
Egypt's only fully-equipped rental — rackets, balls, hopper and cones all included.
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1-on-1 Coaching
Private Session
Your court. Your pace. Technique, tactics, fitness or match prep — every minute is yours.
S Tennis Academy hosts ATP Challenger and ITF World Tennis Tour events — bringing world-ranked professionals to Soma Bay. Train in the same environment. Experience the same level.
ATP Challenger Champions
Champion
Toby Samuel
Great Britain · Challenger 50 · Nov 2025 · Singles
Champion
Lloyd Harris
South Africa · Challenger 75 · 19 Jan 2026 · Singles
ITF World Tennis Tour Champions
Champion
Michael Bassem (EGY)
M15 · 1 Sep 2025 · Singles
Champion
Sandra Samir (EGY)
W15 · 1 Sep 2025 · Singles
Champions
Karim Ibrahim (EGY) Oliver Ojakaar (EST)
M15 · 1 Sep 2025 · Doubles
Champions
Yasmine Ezzat (EGY) Daria Yesypchuk (UKR)
W15 · 1 Sep 2025 · Doubles
Champion
Toby Samuel (GBR)
M15 · 8 Sep 2025 · Singles
Champion
Daria Khomutsianskaya (BLR)
W15 · 8 Sep 2025 · Singles
Champion
Toby Samuel (GBR)
M15 · 15 Sep 2025 · Singles
Champion
Daria Khomutsianskaya (BLR)
W15 · 15 Sep 2025 · Singles
Champions
Timofei Derepasko (RUS) Viktor Frydrych (GBR)
M15 · 15 Sep 2025 · Doubles
Champions
Lamis Alhussein (EGY) Anja Wildgruber (GER)
W15 · 15 Sep 2025 · Doubles
Champion
Saba Purtseladze (GEO)
M15 · 12 Jan 2026 · Singles
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Signature Package
Grass Court Experience
Five Days. A Lifetime of Memories.
Daily coaching, fitness sessions, premium accommodation, and the energy of professional tennis — all combined into one unforgettable experience.
Soma Bay is more than a location — it's part of the experience. With year-round sunshine, Red Sea beaches, and world-class resorts, it offers the perfect balance between performance and lifestyle.
Train in the morning. Recover by the sea in the afternoon.
365 Days of Sun
Year-round sunshine with temperatures ranging from 22°C in winter to 35°C in summer — perfect conditions for tennis every single day.
Red Sea & Beach
Crystal clear Red Sea waters, private beach, water sports, snorkeling and diving — the perfect reward after a morning on court.
5-Star Resorts
Stay at Kaktus Hotel, Movenpick, or Cascades — world-class accommodation with full board options, spa, and resort facilities.
Easy Access
30 minutes from Hurghada International Airport with direct flights from Europe, Middle East and beyond. Airport transfers available on request.
Dining & Lifestyle
World-class restaurants, beach clubs, golf, spa treatments and entertainment. Bring your family — Soma Bay has something for everyone.
Train in Paradise
S Tennis Academy is the only place in the world where you can play on an ATP Challenger court in the morning and swim in the Red Sea in the afternoon.
Visit Us
Soma Bay, Red Sea · Egypt
Located in Soma Bay on the Red Sea, S Tennis Academy combines professional tennis with one of Egypt's most attractive travel destinations — year-round sunshine, world-class resort facilities, and easy international access.
Location
Soma Bay Peninsula, Hurghada, Egypt — Red Sea coast
Getting Here
30 minutes from Hurghada International Airport. Transfers available on request.
Absolutely. We welcome players of all levels. Our coaches will assess your level and recommend the right program — from group academy to private sessions or court rental.
No. All sessions and court rentals include rackets, balls, ball hoppers, and cones. Just show up — we have everything you need on court.
Yes — this is one of our most popular packages. The Grass Court Experience combines daily professional coaching with full board accommodation at Kaktus Hotel. Train in the mornings, enjoy the Red Sea for the rest of the day.
Soma Bay is a world-class resort destination with beach, golf, water sports, spa, and dining — so non-playing family members will have a fantastic stay. Many players come with families who love the destination as much as the tennis.
The easiest way is WhatsApp — message us and our team will respond within a few hours. We'll help you choose the right program, arrange scheduling, and organise any accommodation or transport you need.
Yes. Hurghada International Airport is 30 minutes from Soma Bay. We can arrange transfers on request — just let us know your arrival details when you book.
You can watch all ATP Challenger and ITF World Tennis Tour events hosted at STA free of charge. Eligible competitive players can also enter ITF events through the ITF registration portal.
Soma Bay enjoys sunshine 365 days a year. The most popular months for tennis are October through April when temperatures are ideal — typically 22–28°C. Early morning and evening sessions are available in summer.
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Tournament moments, training highlights, champion celebrations and life at Soma Bay — follow us for live updates.
Toby Samuel
Lloyd Harris
Michael Bassem (EGY)
Oliver Ojakaar (EST)
Daria Yesypchuk (UKR)
Daria Khomutsianskaya (BLR)
Timofei Derepasko (RUS)
Anja Wildgruber (GER)
Saba Purtseladze (GEO)