OUR DIRECTOR

KIM GRANT

Kim Grant is a former WTA professional with 18 years on the pro tour, having competed in all four Grand Slam events and achieved a career high world ranking of number 70. Known for her sharp match strategies and technical expertise, Kim has earned victories over Top 10 players like Jennifer Capriati and represented South Africa in global tournaments including the Federation Cup and African Games.

Throughout her career, Kim has coached elite players such as Kristina Brandi (ranked number 27) and helped develop nationally ranked juniors in the United States, United Kingdom, and South Africa. She is a certified instructor in six countries and the founder of the Kim Grant Method — a unique and effective approach to player development that blends classical technique with modern biomechanics.

Kim launched her Monterey based sleepaway camp to bring her passion for coaching into a setting that inspires growth, independence, and joy. Here, she combines world class instruction with a fun, community driven summer experience. Whether you are just starting out or training at a high level, Kim’s leadership ensures that every camper is supported, challenged, and truly seen.

Kim Grant at Wimbledon

Kim Grant at Wimbledon

A woman playing tennis on an outdoor court during the Australian Open, with a blue advertisement banner for Ford and Heineken in the background.
A woman in tennis attire is playing tennis on a clay court, holding a tennis racquet in a ready position, with a green fence and trees in the background.
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A tennis match scoreboard showing K. Grant and A. Spears leading with a score of 3-0, with S. Farina Elia and B. Schett at 0-0, at Roland Garros Court 16. Two women stand in front of a green wall with BNP Paribas branding, with surrounded by green ch
Women tennis players exchanging handshake after a match at the tournament, with officials and spectators nearby on a sunny day.

Career Highlights

  • Competed in all four Grand Slam events for six consecutive years

  • Achieved a career high world ranking of No. 70

  • Defeated top 10 players including Jennifer Capriati, Cara Black, Elena Likhovtseva, Caroline Vis, and Nicole Arendt

  • Represented South Africa in the 2000 Federation Cup and the 2003 African Games

  • Won 10 professional titles on the WTA and ITF tours

  • Coached WTA top 50 players Surina de Beer (No. 49) and Seda Noorlander (No. 40)

  • Developed nationally ranked junior players in South Africa, England, and the United States.