Excellence Mastery Strength Success
Harrison
Tennis Academy
Elite training from ATP & WTA pros, Davis Cup members, and Grand Slam title holders.
HTA is
Home to
4
Grand Slam
Champions
2
Grand Slam
Finalists
2
NCAA
Champions
30+
NCAA
Players
40+
ATP/WTA
Tour Players
Grand Slam Champions
Danielle Collins
2022 Australian Open
Finalist
Ryan Harrison
2017 Roland Garros
Doubles Champion
Christian Harrison
2026 Australian Open
Doubles Champion
Heather Watson
2015 Wimbledon
Mixed Doubles Champion
Michael Venus
2017 Roland Garros
Doubles Champion
Where Champions Develop
Grand Slam winners, finalists, tour pros, collegiate & NCAA Champions call HTA home.
Coaching session
Who We Are

Built for
Elite Players

At Harrison Tennis Academy, we nurture talent and foster excellence in junior and professional players through world-class coaching and unwavering support. Our elite staff—former ATP and WTA professionals—trains players in Bradenton, FL on a full-time, weekly, or hourly basis.

Proven track record of helping tennis players reach their full potential.

Technical Work
Precision coaching that builds a technically sound, modern game.
Match Play
Competitive training environments that prepare players for real matches.
Goal Setting
Personalized roadmaps keeping players focused and progressing.
Tournament Scheduling
Strategic planning to maximize results and rankings.
Pat Harrison
Pat Harrison
Founder & Head Coach
The Man Behind the Academy

30+ Years.
One Legacy.

Pat Harrison is one of the most accomplished and respected coaches in professional tennis. Over three decades, he has shaped the careers of Grand Slam champions, top-ranked ATP and WTA professionals, and elite NCAA players. He has served as Director of Tennis at IMG Academy and the John Newcombe Tennis Ranch—two of the sport's most storied institutions.

His deepest pride lies not in titles or rankings, but in the lifelong friendships and lasting relationships he has built with every athlete he has guided.

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3 Grand Slam Champions
Coached three players to Grand Slam titles.
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Grand Slam Finalist
Guided a player to a Grand Slam final.
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Director at IMG & Newcombe Ranch
Led two of tennis's most storied academies.
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NCAA Champions
Produced multiple collegiate national champions.
The Staff

Your Coaches

Instruction from players who have competed at the sport's highest levels.

Pat Harrison
Pat Harrison
Founder &
Head Coach

30+ years coaching Grand Slam champions, ATP & WTA pros, and elite NCAA players. Former Director at IMG Academy and John Newcombe Tennis Ranch.

Ryan Harrison
Ryan Harrison
ATP
Top 40

2017 French Open Doubles Champion. Career-high ATP No. 40. Currently coaching ATP & WTA pros and serving as a Grand Slam TV analyst.

Peter Polansky
Peter Polansky
ATP Player
17-Year ATP Career

17-year ATP playing career. Competed in all four Grand Slams. Career-high ranking of No. 110. Longtime Canadian Davis Cup representative.

Jennifer Elie
Jennifer Elie
WTA Player
Grand Slam Player

2 decades on the WTA Tour. Competed at all four Grand Slams. Currently coaching WTA player Hina Inoue and elite junior competitors.

Madison Harrison
Madison Harrison
Former SEC #1
D1 Coach & Recruiting

Former SEC #1 singles & doubles player, NCAA Sweet 16 doubles, career-high UTR 11.34. Former D1 coach at Santa Clara University.

Training Options

Programs for Every Level

Junior Development · High-Performance · College Prep · Private Coaching · After School Kids

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Junior Development
Building the next generation of competitive players with strong foundations and a love for the game.
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High Performance
Elite full-time training for players competing at the ATP, WTA, and top junior circuit levels.
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College Prep
Specialized training and guidance to prepare players for college recruitment and NCAA competition.
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Private Coaching
One-on-one sessions tailored to your specific goals, schedule, and level of play.
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After School Kids
A new after-school program for young players. Coming August 2026.
Coming Aug 2026
Our Alumni

The Players We've Built

Ryan Harrison
ATP
Christian Harrison
ATP
Hina Inoue
WTA
Michael Venus
ATP
Andrey Rublev
ATP
Paolo Lorenzi
ATP
Heather Watson
WTA
Marcos Baghdatis
ATP
Danielle Collins
WTA
Yoshihito Nishioka
ATP
Tammy Hendler
WTA
Peter Polansky
ATP
Filip Krajinovic
ATP
Yuki Bhambri
ATP
Jordan Thompson
ATP
Michaëlla Krajicek
WTA
Andrea Hlaváčková
WTA
Miomir Kecmanovic
ATP
Kevin Anderson
ATP
Madison Brengle
WTA
Madison Harrison
NCAA
Julen Uriguen
NCAA / ATP
Katarina Kozarov
NCAA / WTA
Stephanie Nauta
NCAA
Natalie Suk
NCAA
Top Fnu
NCAA / ATP
Lucia Donnelly
NCAA
Olivia Traynor
NCAA
Brooke Wallman
NCAA
Jacqueline Christian
WTA
Get Started

Join Us Today

Unlock your potential with world-class coaching at Harrison Tennis Academy. Start your journey to excellence today.

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harrisontennisacademy.org
Contact Us
htaprogram@gmail.com
Junior Development● High-Performance● College Prep● Private Coaching