Meet tom

Tom Couch
Founder

About Tom

Tom is a High-Performance Coach with over 14 years of experience working with national and international level athletes. Tom dedicated his career to helping aspiring athletes reach their full potential. His journey has taken him across the globe, working with professional tennis players, soccer academies and AFL footballers.

Tom’s passion lies in creating individualised training programs that not only build physical and mental strength, but also empower athletes to excel in their sport. Whether you’re aiming to go pro or simply want to elevate your game, Tom is here to guide you every step of the way.

Tom Couch coaching Credentials & experiences

Tennis HIGH-PERFORMANCE COACHING CV

  • Australian Davis Cup

  • Australian Billie Jean King Cup

  • Alex de Minaur

  • Alex Bublik

  • John Millman

  • Ash Barty

  • Danielle Collins

  • Daria Gavrilova

  • Su-wei Hsieh

ATP/WTA SINGLES Career High Ranking

  • Ash Barty: 15

  • Danielle Collins: 23

  • Alex de Minaur: 24

  • Daria Gavrilova: 25

  • Alex Bublik: 34

ATP Titles

  • Alex de Minaur

    Sydney, 2019

  • Alex Bublik

    Montpellier, 2022

Grand Slam Results

  • Danielle Collins

    Quarter Finals, Roland Garros 2020

  • Ash Barty

    4th Round, US Open 2018

  • Alex de Minaur

    3rd Round, AO 2019

  • Alex Bolt

    3rd Round, AO 2019

Education

  • Masters in High-Performance Sport

    Australian Catholic University

  • Bachelor Exercise Sport Science

    Victorian University

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide High-Performance Coaching to athletes and coaches of all ages and abilities, helping them unlock their full potential. Unfortunately, many aspiring and professionals lack access to elite coaching that is typically reserved for elite professionals, leaving a gap in their development. We believe every athlete deserves the opportunity to receive world-class coaching, regardless of age, current sporting level, or background.

At Grand Slam Performance, we’re dedicated to educating athletes and coaches, equipping you with the skills, mindset, and resilience needed to excel in your sport.

Testimonials

  • Alex De Minaur

    "I really enjoyed my time with Tom couch when he was my fitness trainer in Australia. He always came to the session with a smile on his face, and ready to bring the intensity.

    Always managed to push me to reach the goals that were set before each session and most importantly always pushed to get the best out of me."

  • Asia Muhammad

    "Tom has been a game changer to my team. Since starting to work with him this year, I'm in the best shape of my life. I've also had my best year on tour which i really feel he has helped with. He is so positive, professional and his training is tough but it's still fun.

    Tom's training is also in-sync with my menstrual cycle. Tracking the different phases of my cycle has been a huge key in keeping my body healthy and getting the most out of all our workouts

  • Travis Sandlant

    Travis Sandlant

    Head Coach Woman's Tennis, Stetson University Florida

    "Tom has an exceptional knowledge of what it takes to get a team fit. He is an expert in developing college tennis athlete’s endurance and explosiveness.

    He is not only challenging the team physically but mentally as well. He has tailored a program specifically to our team’s needs. We pride our program on being the fittest. I recommend Tom’s professional skills to any team looking to take the next step."

  • Marc Polmans

    "I absolutely loved training with Couchy. Always building the engine and working hard, but I loved how much fun we would have."

  • Alexa Gaurachi

    Alexa Gaurachi

    "I love working with Tom, he's very focused on each individual and the different needs each athlete requires. He's really helped me improve my fitness and strength while keeping it fun.

    What sets him apart is the specific training we do throughout the different phases of the menstrual cycle so I can get the most out of each workout."

FAQs

WHAT DO THE ONLINE COACHING SUBSCRIPTIONS INCLUDE?

Our Online High-Performance Coaching services provide individualised strength & conditioning programs, warm-up and recovery strategies, 24/7 WhatsApp access (time zone pending) to Coach Tom, and daily updates to your program to accommodate for any changes to your training and match schedule, facilities and physical readiness.

HOW IS the COACHING TAILORED TO MY INDIVIDUAL NEEDS?

Upon signing up, we arrange a time to meet online to discuss your current fitness level, training history, goals, current training limitations, injuries, your training facilities and equipment. Based on this information, we create a personalized training program using our unique coaching system, that is updated daily to align with your goals.

HOW DOES THE 24/7 Whatsapp access work?

You have direct access to Coach Tom for ongoing support, feedback, and program adjustments to your training program. We strive to respond promptly, keeping time zone differences in mind to ensure seamless communication.

WHAT KIND OF RESULTS CAN I EXPECT?

As we continue to refine and master our coaching system, we’ve seen athletes achieve significant improvements quickly. For instance, one tennis player won her first 27 matches after we started working together, leading to her first career Masters Final and Billie Jean King Cup debut. While this is an exceptional example, we often see notable progress, particularly among amateur and semi-professional athletes. This success comes from our holistic approach - focusing not just on strength and conditioning, but also on optimising your entire training schedule and preparation by identifying key areas for improvement.

WHAT CONSULTING SERVICES DO YOU OFFER SPORTS TEAMS, ACADEMIES & COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC PROGRAMS?

We provide tailored consulting services to sports teams, academies, and collegiate athletic programs focusing on performance optimization, athlete and coach development, and team success.  

Our expertise includes customised strength and conditioning programs, seasonal planning and periodisation, performance monitoring and implementing load management and injury prevention strategies.

We work closely with coaches and the athletic staff to ensure a seamless integration of these programs into existing systems, helping teams and athletes reach their full potential.  We also provide coaching education and mentorship, on-site visits and assessments, and regular consulting meetings to provide our coaches hands-on support.

CAN I CANCEL MY SUBSCRIPTION ANYTIME?

Yes, our subscription packages are flexible, allowing you to switch or cancel your subscription anytime. We understand that training needs may change, and we are here to accommodate for those changes.