The Public Coach Directory is a searchable listing on usta.com where players, parents, and facility managers can find USTA Coaching subscribers and Safe Play-approved coaches in their area.
Below are some frequently asked questions about our Find a Coach directory.
Who can appear in the directory?
Can I choose not to be listed?
How do I show up in search results?
Are USTA Coaching subscribers listed higher in search results than Safe Play approved providers?
What does “boosted visibility” mean for USTA Coaching accounts?
Why do I need to link to a facility?
Can I update my profile after being listed?
What info will be shown publicly on the Find a Coach search?
I opted in, but I’m not showing up. Why is that?
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Who can appear in the directory?
- Active USTA Coaching and Safe Play approved coaches who choose to opt in and meet profile requirements can appear in the directory.
Can I choose not to be listed?
- Yes! You control your visibility and opt in or out of appearing in the public directory.
How do I show up in search results?
- To appear in search results:
- You must be Safe Play approved
- You must opt in to be listed on the USTA Coaching coach profile
- You must link your profile to a facility
- And you must be 18 or older
Are USTA Coaching subscribers listed higher in search results than Safe Play approved providers?
- Yes. Those with an active USTA Coaching account receive priority placement in search results over Safe Play–approved providers who do not have a USTA Coaching account. This boosts your visibility to players and parents looking for qualified coaches.
What does “boosted visibility” mean for USTA Coaching accounts?
- With a USTA Coaching account, your profile appears higher in search results, giving you more exposure than those without an account.
Why do I need to link to a facility?
- Linking a facility helps players find you by location and ensures accurate results in searches.
How do I link to a facility?
- You can link a facility from your coach profile—just search for the facility and connect it to your profile.
- For a guide on this process, please click here.
Can I update my profile after being listed?
- Yes! You can update your bio, photo, tennis career information, facility, and contact info anytime—but note that certain selections (like vendor choice for gear benefits) may be locked in until your next subscription renewal.
What info will be shown publicly on the Find a Coach search?
- Your name, photo, bio, coaching specialties, players you work with, adaptive coaching experience, and tennis experience as well as the facility you work at (based on your coach profile).
- Users can also access the completed courses from the Online Learning Hub, as well as filter for coaches who hold the USTA Coaching Professional certification.
I opted in, but I’m not showing up. Why is that?
- Make sure:
- Your Safe Play is approved
- You’re linked to a facility
- You are over 18