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Tennis Coaches & Consultant

The PSC Tennis Coaching Team. All our coaches are LTA qualified and accredited as part of the LTA’s professional membership scheme.

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Sahar Shanvare

      David Kane

       Tennis Consultant

              

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David brings over 13+ years of coaching experience to the role. His career includes various roles such as Sports Development Officer, Club Coach, University Lead Coach, Head Junior Tennis Coach and tennis Programme Manager prior to joining the team here at PSC. 

 

David's academic background in Sport Psychology & Coaching from University enhances his ability to nurture both the physical and mental aspects of the game. Holding LTA Level 3 and PTR Professional coaching qualifications, along with his playing background as a junior playing full time at 16 gives him a wealth of insights of the game. His passion now revolves around developing sport, especially Tennis, whether that’s on the court through coaching or off the court through programme development. Drawing from his experiences, he aspires to enhance the club's Tennis programme. 

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David Kane

Years of Experience & Qualifications

18 Years as an LTA level 3 + PTR & MTI accredited coach

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Ethos

To implement modern techniques based on ATP and WTA styles of play. Application of tactical, mental, physical and coordinated based game play in a fun and exciting way.

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Playing Career

Robert has always played in numerous club teams and leagues. Robert still enjoys playing LTA singles tournaments and match-play’s for ranking points and this keeps his coaching perspective fresh.

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Favourite Player

Roger Federer

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Coaching Rate

N/A upon request 

Years of Experience & Qualifications

15 years as an LTA level 3 + USPTR accredited coach

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Ethos

I see tennis as a performing art which includes technique, balance and timing. I believe it’s important to play frequently, and my aim is to teach my students, how to play as well as they do in practice in a competitive match scenario.

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Playing Career

Played a high standard of competitive tennis for a number of years at home and abroad.

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Favourite Player

Novak Djokovic

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Coaching Rate

N/A upon request 

Years of Experience & Qualifications

10 years as an LTA level 3 performance coach

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Ethos

Naim started coaching because he enjoys working with kids and the passion they bring him for the sport. Naim believes no feeling is quite like helping young athletes further develop their persistence, determination, discipline, dedication, work ethic, and respect for others.

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Playing Career

Naim is a former top 10 player in GB and used to be ATP ranked 800th in the world. He has trained with the likes of Tim Henman and Greg Rusedski. Naim was coached by Peter Fleming and he has played against the likes of Djokovic and even beaten Andy Murray. Naim has won 10 British tour titles and the PSC single championships from 2008-2012.

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Favourite Player

Roger Federer

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Coaching Rate

N/A upon request

Years of Experience & Qualifications

20 Years as an LTA Level 3 & PTR accredited coach
Chris coaches players at all ages, levels, and ability. He has coached international and national juniors to compete for GB.

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Ethos

Chris’ ethos is to help encourage players to reach & fulfill their potential and to maximise their own
performance. His Inspiration is watching them progress and develop.

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Playing Career

Chris played competitive tennis for 15 years and has represented clubs at Club & National level.

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Favourite Player

Rafael Nadal

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Coaching Rate

N/A upon request

Years of Experience & Qualifications

9 Years as an LTA Level 3 & PTR accredited coach

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Ethos

Ruzi started his coaching career at 18,  he now has a wealth of experience teaching all ages and standards. He cites legendary coach Rick Macci as a huge inspiration and uses similar coaching methods.

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Playing Career

Ruzi has 14 years playing experience. He has competed in county tournaments across the UK.

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Favourite Player

Benoit Paire

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Coaching Rate

N/A upon request 

Years of Experience & Qualifications

17 years. 8 as an LTA Level 4, Senior Performance Coach accredited coach working with county and national standard players. Currently Head of Performance for City of Westminster Borough.

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Ethos

Peter enjoys providing opportunities for programmes and individual to excel and achieve ultimate results. As lead coach, Peter has developed and managed the junior program at the club creating performance opportunities for many players.

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Playing Career

Peter represented his country Ghana in many junior and senior international ITF competitions. He also played professional competitions for 2 years.

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Favourite Player

Roger Federer

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Coaching Rate

N/A upon request 

Years of Experience & Qualifications

12 years and LTA Level 3

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Ethos

Leon brings great energy to all of his sessions and always provides an enjoyable yet challenging experience on court. He is a highly technical coach and with his knowledge, playing standard and passion for the game, he guarantees to develop your level of tennis. Recently, he has specialised in performance-based coaching and developing both juniors and adults in order to compete in high-grade tournaments.

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Playing Career

Played a very high level of tennis for ten years and competed for the first team at PSC in the premier division.

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Favourite Player

Roger Federer

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Coaching Rate

N/A upon request 

Years of Experience & Qualifications

22 Years as a Junior Coordinator for a leading national club, 5 years as an assistant county performance officer for Berkshire and 20 years as a coach for Berkshire County. LTA level 4 performance coach.

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Ethos

“Good, Better, Best. I will never rest until my good is better and my better is best”. Andy has great energy and passion for the game in abundance. He challenges players to think well outside the box and makes them realise that what they believe is not possible, is very possible. Andy is a performance-based coach with his players having fun while constantly being challenged. Andy has a proven track record with producing players through all ages through to county, regional, national and international levels. Andy has very close connections with high-level international coaches and has spent time at Rafael Nadal’s Academy amongst many more.

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Playing Career

Andy has played a high national level of tennis and keeps a high level with each player he still plays with and coaches. He has previously played on the circuit too.

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Favourite Player

Rafael Nadal & Thomas Muster

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Coaching Rate

N/A upon request 

Years of Experience & Qualifications

4 years of coaching tennis camps at PSC & Paddington Rec. Coaching at performance ID talent days. Level 3 coaching qualification.

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Ethos

Sahar is passionate about the sport and fosters a positive environment for players’ growth and development. She has coached players of various ages and abilities from performance junior players to evening hitting with ATP ranked players.

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Playing career

Represented Middlesex in youth games. Played in many team matches at PSC. One of PSCs top female players.

 

Favourite Player

Roger Federer

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Coaching Rate

N/A upon request 

For private coaching rates please click here

Please click here for details of our Welfare Officer, Bonnie Kirby

Robert N
Ciaran K
Naim L
Chris T
Ruzi S
Peter M
Leon W
Andy B
Jania R
Sahar
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