Vojdan Paligora is a Wellington-based tennis coach with over 10 years of coaching experience, working with both junior and adult players across a wide range of levels. He is known for creating an environment where players see rapid improvement by fully buying into a clear, structured, and engaging coaching style. As a coach, Vojdan is one of the two lead coaches for the Tennis Capital Coast Junior Development Programme and was part of the coaching team that led the 12U Tennis Central team to victory at the National Teams Event. His experience at both participation and performance levels allows him to adapt his coaching to suit each individual player. Vojdan focuses his coaching in the Hutt Valley at Mitchell Park Tennis Centre, and is a Tennis New Zealand (TNZ) registered coach with an ITF Level 1 qualification, currently working towards his ITF Level 2 certification.
Develop your child's tennis through fun games, movement and skill-based activities using the orange ball and modified court. Players work on rallying, serving and beginning to play points independently. 8 sessions booked over a 10-week period.
45 min · NZD200.0 · 8 slotsA fast-paced tennis session combining tennis, movement and fitness. Players get plenty of hitting while working on their movement, consistency and ability to play under pressure. Booked weekly.
90 min · NZD25.0 · 8 slotsThe next step in the Hotshots pathway, helping players develop consistency, movement, rallying and matchplay using the green ball. A great stage for players building towards full-court tennis. 8 sessions booked over a 10-week period.
45 min · NZD200.0 · 8 slotsA fun, supportive programme for adults who are new to tennis or getting back into the game. Build confidence with the basics of tennis, including rallying, serving and movement, in a relaxed group environment. 6 sessions booked over a 10-week period.
90 min · NZD250.0 · 8 slotsTennis for our younger players, focusing on fun, coordination, movement and developing basic tennis skills using modified courts, smaller nets, racquets and large red balls. 8 sessions booked over a 10-week period.
45 min · NZD200.0 · 8 slotsThe next step for players who have completed Tennis Xpress or are ready to develop their game further. Improve consistency, movement, technique and point play while building confidence towards casual matchplay. 6 sessions booked over a 10-week period.
90 min · NZD250.0 · 8 slotsI've been having tennis lessons with Voydan, and I'm really happy with how much I've improved. He's a great coach – really patient, easy to learn from, and always takes the time to explain things clearly. Whether it's technique, footwork, or just improving my shots, he makes sure I understand what I'm doing and how to get better. Every lesson is enjoyable, well organised, and focused on what I need to work on. I've really enjoyed learning from him and would definitely recommend Voydan to anyone looking to improve their tennis, whatever their level!
Listen! I wish to gloriously praise my tennis coach Vojdan. To all who seek a wise master over tennis, look no further than this excellent coach! He is swift in the court-battle and exceedingly wise in his counsel. My skills were humble before his teachings found me. His great wisdom sharpened my strategy. Now I strike with newfound power, and my tennis ball flies like an arrow from a bow, fast and powerfully reaching past the tennis net! He is a master of instruction, undoing the tangled knots of the game with wondrous clarity and enduring patience so that any warrior may find their footing. Moreover, he cares deeply for his disciples; he watches over their strength, ensuring they have taken proper sustenance, quenched their thirst, and rested well before the court-battle. As a good king lifts his thanes, so he lifts my skill on the court. Whoever seeks profitable learning, they’ll find in this coach the greatest skill! I praise him most highly and recommend his expertise to all.
Voydan has been my tennis coach for the past three years and he is fantastic. He has a real knack for explaining technique in a way that makes sense, but is equally good at teaching strategy and helping me understand the game better. I have made huge progress with his coaching, and his great sense of humour always makes the sessions enjoyable. I can highly recommend him!