Crafting Champions and Fostering Lifelong Love for the Game
Adamson's Tennis Academy is run by USPTA professional Jonathan Adamson. During the winter season, Jonathan offers instruction at Carleton University, as well as offering Gym Jam Tennis to schools across Ottawa. During the summer season, ATA’s home base is the MARCH TENNIS CLUB in Kanata. We host all types of tennis instruction from children to adults, beginner to advanced, recreational to competitive.
We have experience in all aspects of tennis, and Jonathan has been involved in the Ottawa tennis community for over 30 years as a player and coach. Our specialty is making sure tennis is taught in a fun, relaxed atmosphere, and we take pride in providing instruction and programming for all levels and tennis.
Tennis Director & Pro: Jonathan Adamson
Jonathan has been playing his whole life and has been teaching for over 25 years in the Ottawa area. He is a former Men’s Open Singles, Doubles and Mixed Doubles champion at the annual National Capital Tennis Association (NCTA) City Championships. He has won numerous other events, including the KANATA KLASSIC (as well as being a 3-time finalist) and has been a staple in the Ottawa competitive tennis community for years. He is a former NCAA (Division 1) tennis player, having spent time at both Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) and Radford University in Virginia, and was also a player/coach at Victoria University in Canada. He presently coaches recreational to elite level Juniors, with results as high as 2nd at World Juniors to Junior National Champions. Having played in the United States at the college level, his teacher/pro status is with the USPTA where he has been a member for numerous years. He holds a bachelor's degree in Philosophy.
Tennis Pro: Cole MacPhee
Cole was raised playing tennis with his parents, who helped him develop a deep love for the game at an early age & has been playing for over 20 years. He started teaching tennis with Adamson's Tennis Academy in 2009 while he was attending high school & has nearly 10 years of teaching experience. After graduating high school, he continued to teach tennis during summer break, while obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at the University of Ottawa. Cole has spent the last six years working full-time as a Registered Nurse. Throughout these years, he continued to play tennis during his free time. Cole has returned to the Academy to fulfill his dream of being a tennis instructor/nurse. He also has a passion for various sports, including hockey, basketball, snowboarding, and rock climbing. While providing high quality tennis instruction, with amazing energy & enthusiasm, Cole also prioritizes the importance of having fun on the tennis court during every lesson.
Tennis Pro: Owen Doherty
Owen has been playing tennis at the March Tennis Club since the age of 4 and was an active participant in our tennis programs as well. Owen has been an integral Junior Instructor for the past 5 years with Adamson's Tennis Academy. Owen has instructed various levels of tennis, from Beginner Kids to Advanced Adults. He just completed his third year at the University of Ottawa, studying French & History with hopes of becoming a teacher. Owen is a huge sports fan, avidly following the Ottawa Senators, Toronto Blue Jays & of course, tennis! He is super enthusiastic & knowledgeable, and looking forward to the summer teaching camps, lessons & programs!
Manager & Head of Junior Programs: Erin Adamson
Erin has been involved in sports all her life at the competitive and recreational levels. She was an OFSAA athlete in track & field in high school, as well as qualifying for Junior Nationals in sprints. She also competed on the varsity basketball & volleyball team each year. She went on to receive a degree in HUMAN KINETICS at the University of Toronto. In her adult life, Erin is still an avid runner and athlete, competing in races, triathlons, and marathons. She has a vast knowledge of sports and a necessary understanding of how best to relay this knowledge to her students.