Manager/ Head Pro
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Brie Rippner Parsons came to Austin, Texas in 2004 providing private and group tennis instruction for hundreds of players within Austin's enthusiastic tennis community. Brie has successfully implemented the gamut of tennis instruction services: private lessons, novice classes, intermediate and advanced clinics, junior classes and match-play classes. The result has been a loyal following of regular clients.
Brie possesses an exceptionally strong background in the game of tennis. Her many accomplishments as a player include 1995 US National Junior Champion, runner-up at the 1997 Junior Wimbledon championships, 2000 USTA Pro Circuit Player of the Year, competitor in 14 Grand Slam main draw events, and a WTA singles ranking of 57 in the world. Of course, success as a player and success as a tennis instructor are different endeavors. Brie's 1996 USTA national junior sportsmanship award attests to her personal characteristics which have kept so many of her clients always coming back.
During Brie's 6 1/2 year professional tennis career, stretching from 1997 to 2003, she competed against Martina Hingis, Maria Sharapova, Venus and Serena Williams, Monica Seles, Jennifer Capriati and Justine Henin. She made it to the final 32 at the Wimbledon Championships.
Teaching Professional
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Noah Rippner has been teaching and playing tennis for most of his life. After taking his first tennis lesson at age 10, Noah began playing the USTA junior competitive circuit in Northern California. He was ranked highly in Northern California as a junior, but really hit his stride in college, where he won the California Community College State championship and NCAA Division III National Championship. As a sophomore in college Noah was ranked #3 in the Northern California men's open division and as a junior he finished the year ranked #1 in the nation in Division III doubles, and #3 in singles. In 1995, at age 20, Noah's competitive playing career came to an end as the result of injury.
During his college playing days, Noah began training local junior competitive junior players. After college he established a clientele of adult and junior students on his family's backyard court. During this time he decided to head back to school to pursue the study of psychology. He completed a two-year internship to become a credentialed school psychologist in California, and completed a Masters degree in psychology in 2003. From 2001 to 2004 Noah gained invaluable experience working at a group home for youths with severe disabilities. In 2005 he moved on from his care provider job and accepted the position of Director of Tennis at the Chico Racquet Club and Resort. Noah managed all the tennis activities at a relatively large private tennis club. Included were lessons, classes, socials, and events. In 2006, Noah left California for Austin with the intention of working with Brie to establish RippnerTennis at South Austin Tennis Center. In 2010, he relinquished his position as co-manager of RippnerTennis and entered graduate school to study psychology, with the goal of a career in applied school psychology and/or academia. Noah continues to offer tennis lessons while working on his studies.
Head Of Player Development
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For over 20 years Coach Kevin has been bringing joy to the tennis court as well as being responsible, at various stages of development, for numerous collegiate scholarship athletes in the Austin area.
He has won multiple awards for his player centered development programs, philosophy and community involvement.
Coach Kevin utilizes the "games" approach in developing players to their full potential. Sport skills are taught that helps the players develop into well rounded athletes, improving their eye hand coordination and overall fitness. This is a solid fundamental in their development into a tennis player.
He enjoys teaching life skills through tennis, developing the person, player and champion... in that order!
Associate Teaching Professional
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After playing tennis at Vassar College in New York, John started his professional tennis career in 1996 as a tennis pro at Balcones Country Club in Austin. During his tenure at Balcones, John rose to level of Head Professional. In 2000, John left for a position as Director of Tennis at the Georgetown Tennis Center. After several years splitting time between professional photography and tennis, John has returned to full time coaching at the South Austin Tennis Center. John's skill as an instructor, derived from years of experience, truly makes him a premiere quality tennis pro. John excels with all aspects of tennis instruction, including individual and group work with both juniors and adults.
Associate Teaching Professional
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Tom Emery is passionate about tennis. As he says himself, "I love what I do." For over 14 years he has taught tennis everywhere including Europe, New Zealand, Japan, Seattle and now Austin. Tom has worked with a diverse group of students and tennis professionals, some of whom have gone on to become nationally ranked players.
Known as a high-energy tennis professional, Tom uses traditional methods mixed with modern techniques to increase players' levels quickly and easily. Through personal interaction and a passion for all aspects of tennis, he is the whole package. He doesn't litter and he has never turned down a slice of pizza.
Here at Austin's Rippner Tennis Center, he has expanded the programs by incorporating "Little Tennis" to its roster. "Little Tennis" caters to 4-8 year olds, giving them a solid foundation while offering young players a sense of fun.
Tom continues to enhance his own skills by attending conferences and specialty courses. In using what he has learned from beginners and world-class players of every generation. Tom delivers a well-rounded view of the game itself and how to be a skilled player.He keeps current with the latest in tennis technology and offers his students advice on the latest equipment as well as fitness regimens to the best fit each student's game.
Tom's enthusiam for tennis is contagious, and he works to help his students love the game as much as he does. Whether you are 4 years old or 94 years old, this is a lifelong sport, and Tom's coaching keeps it fun for the long haul.
Associate Teaching Professional
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