Meet Jon Schaff, tennis pro and Regional Racquet Sports Director at all Elite Sports Clubs locations! With a lifelong passion for the game and decades of experience, Jon brings both skill and enthusiasm to the court. He’s dedicated to helping players and fellow coaches alike grow in their tennis journeys. Learn more about Jon Schaff!
Meet Jon Schaff
- What position(s) do you currently hold at Elite and any you have held in the past?
I am a Tennis Pro and Regional Racquet Sports Director at all Elite Sports Clubs locations.
- How long have you been playing tennis?
I’ve been playing tennis since 1984. I started working at Elite in 2025.
- What made you want to become a tennis pro?
I got into coaching because I love helping people hit their tennis goals—whether it’s getting more consistent, learning a new shot, or just having more fun on the court. Seeing that progress is the best part of the job!
- What is your favorite part about your job? About tennis in general?
My favorite part of the job is helping other coaches grow—whether that’s sharing new tools, creative ideas, or just a fresh way to approach things. I love being part of their journey to becoming even better at what they do.
- What activities do you participate in at the club or outside of the club besides tennis?
I am a HUGE Packer fan. I like working out, playing volleyball, and spending quality time with my family.
- How would you encourage someone who is considering tennis for the first time?
Learn tennis: where smashing things is totally encouraged.
- What has been your biggest personal accomplishment in tennis?
Receiving the Illinois PTR Coach of the Year Award
- What advice do you give people who are just starting out in tennis?
Tennis is a great way to get exercise, hang out with your friends, provides a release from the normal grind, and it’s cheaper than therapy.
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