In today’s episode of Atlanta Tennis Podcast, powered by Go tennis, we talk with Jeff Chandley, the Director of Tennis and Director of Athletics, the historic Atlanta Athletic Club. Join us in an open heartfelt conversation with Chandley over his incredible journey in the tennis world as a player, mentor and most importantly, as a successful director of Club Tennis.

Today’s Guest

Jeff Chandley has a professional career of over 20 years as director of tennis in several prestigious clubs, including The Landings Club. He currently lives in Atlanta with his family. His immense love and passion for tennis and his job can be understood from his enthusiasm even with a 40-hour workweek!!!.

Key Topics We Cover Today

• Challenges and opportunities of into tennis during teenage years
• Shaping of personal training approaches from his own experience with famous mentors
• Involvement and survival in the management and business side of club tennis
• Transitional experience: from country club to private club

Chandley shares heartfelt stories from his mentee days under legendary Peter Van Lingen and how his father may have a shuttle influence on his introduction to the business side of tennis. He reveals his top picks for running a successful management in club tennis: