About
Recently retired from USAF after 20 years of service. Started tennis in HS & played throughout until early years of military service. Tennis was always a family sport. When my eldest was almost 6 years old, he began taking lessons in Okinawa. When we moved to HI, my youngest began playing as well when he was 5. I got recruited to coach Youth Tennis and was then hired by Wentworth Tennis Club in Pearl Harbor to instruct tennis. Have taught since (5 years) to include JTT (3 Championships and 2 2nd place finishes), Cardio Tennis/TRX Cardio, High Performance Juniors, Adult private and group lessons, Junior private and group lessons, and Summer Clinics. Have assisted in running tournaments and coached junior events (10 and under, Zonals, Intersectionals). I'm currently one of the Tennis Pro's at Mountain View Sports and Racquet Club and Assistant Coach for Mater Dei Catholic High School. Because my boys are open level players and have won numerous events, I understand what it takes to get juniors to reach their potential. Of course, I enjoy teaching all levels and ages as well. Tennis is a life-long sport that has been a huge part of our lives. We simply love this sport!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Find out what their goals are & make a plan to help achieve those goals. Analyze & assess current skills. Make recommendations & work on specific shots/strategies/concepts.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
20yrs of military service (USAF)
USPTA Elite Professional
PTR Professional
Cardio Tennis Certified
TRX Tennis Certified
CPR Certified
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$60/hr for private (1hr)
$40 for group (90mins)
$30 for TRX/Cardio (90mins)
$20 for Cardio Tennis (90mins)
Club member & Military Discounts available
How did you get started teaching?
Through Youth Tennis Program in Pearl Harbor, HI (2014)
What types of students have you worked with?
All ages & skill levels
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Watching my youngest win 2nd leg of Lil' Mo International tournament in NY
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Watch how lessons are taught & ask feedback from students.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What are my goals?
what can I do to practice?