Coaches

Francisco Ruiz

Francisco Ruiz is an (ITF) International Federation High Performance Coach which is the highest ranking certification offered to coaches. A respectable accomplishment and a gratifying journey, Francisco strives to share the knowledge gained to train nationally and world-recognized players. Francisco has also been the traveling coach for many ATP and WTA professionals, where he picked up the subtle nuance that he takes to the courts, furthering his already accomplished training technique. He served as the Director of the Mexico City Multicultural Exchange Program and was the first Latino to be on the USTA NorCal Board of Directors in 2006. In 2004, he was awarded the Diversity Leadership award for his outstanding coaching, and in 2010 he was presented with the prestigious Trailblazer award for his lifelong service in the minority tennis community. Francisco has been coaching throughout the Bay Area for over 31 years and has established a branch academy in Mountain View (we serve the entire South Bay Area – San Jose, Cupertino, Sunnyvale, Los Altos, Mountain View, Palo Alto, etc.) the home for some of the top ranked players in Northern California. His interests include his family, teaching his two sons tennis, and attending the US Open every year.

Bilingual: English – Spanish

Jorge Ballesteros

Professional in: Personalized sports training fitness and physical preparation for the athlete.

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE :
Extensive experience in the Sports area, individual and group tennis field classes, physical preparation and fitness training, security of sports venues, administration and sales, in the care of new users such as amateurs or trained,
in the optimal planning of classes and training in fitness trends, sale of products and services,
Skills in time management, in order to optimize the tasks designated for the day, since there is a high degree of responsibility and commitment.
Communication skills, active listening, analytical skills, ability to work in a team, dynamic and proactive profile and good management of interpersonal relationships. It is important to highlight that there is a great desire for continuous learning and acceptance of changes, as well as adaptation to new challenges in order to obtain continuous improvement as an employee and as a person; providing well-being to the company as I advance in my professional and personal achievements.

DIPLOMA IN SPORTS MANAGEMENT: Superior Polytechnic of Colombia
Congress: Development of Individual and Group Classes in field tennis.
Seminar: Babolat on stringing and new string technologies, stringing techniques.
ITF: level 1 Colombian tennis federation. high performance center of bogotá
Seminar: Methodology for high diagnostic performance and injury prevention.
SEMINAR: Colombian Tennis Federation sale and promotion of training programs in sports and health.

Eliecer Cifuentes

Professional in: Personalized sports training fitness and physical preparation for the athlete.

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE :
Extensive experience in the Sports area, individual and group tennis field classes, physical preparation and fitness training, security of sports venues, administration and sales, in the care of new users such as amateurs or trained,
in the optimal planning of classes and training in fitness trends, sale of products and services,
Skills in time management, in order to optimize the tasks designated for the day, since there is a high degree of responsibility and commitment.
Communication skills, active listening, analytical skills, ability to work in a team, dynamic and proactive profile and good management of interpersonal relationships. It is important to highlight that there is a great desire for continuous learning and acceptance of changes, as well as adaptation to new challenges in order to obtain continuous improvement as an employee and as a person; providing well-being to the company as I advance in my professional and personal achievements.

DIPLOMA IN SPORTS MANAGEMENT: Superior Polytechnic of Colombia
Congress: Development of Individual and Group Classes in field tennis.
Seminar: Babolat on stringing and new string technologies, stringing techniques.
ITF: level 1 Colombian tennis federation. high performance center of bogotá
Seminar: Methodology for high diagnostic performance and injury prevention.
SEMINAR: Colombian Tennis Federation sale and promotion of training programs in sports and health.

Mauricio Tellez

Coach Mauricio Tellez holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University Anahuac Mexico. Currently, he is pursuing studies as a Personal Trainer with a focus on tennis development at Foothill College in Palo Alto. Additionally, he is studying Sports Psychology at the same institution .In both Mexico and the United States, he has worked as a tennis coach for the past six years, gaining extensive experience with children of all ages as well as adults. With a strong belief in the transformative power of tennis, he views the sport as a catalyst for not only physical development but also personal growth and overall development in young athletes .As a tennis player, Coach Tellez began his journey at the age of 10. He achieved his best national ranking in Mexico in 2022, reaching the top 40 in the country. Motivated by his ambition, he traveled to Europe and participated in tournaments across different countries, further enhancing his skills and knowledge. He also had the opportunity to serve as a sparring partner in the Acapulco Open (Master 500).Coach Tellez firmly believes that the key to improvement lies in embracing and learning from mistakes, as reflected in his quote, "The only way to improve is to start missing now."

Andres Sanchez

Business administration student with proven experience as a disciplined student athlete in tennis. An open and analytical mentality allows me to face the challenges of the dynamic system nowadays. As an international student I learned to be independent and how to deal with change. The summer jobs gave me insight in the different work settings and gave me the opportunity to develop skills in organizing, planning, and coordinating of work-related obligations. One of my best qualities is that I am a quick learner and I work efficiently in group setting as well as individually.

Felipe

Over 5 years of experience coaching players of all levels, from beginners to advanced athletes.

- ITF Coach Certified.

- Worked as a coach at silicon vallley tennis academy, leading private and group sessions for junior players.

- Worked as a hitting partner for several advanced tennis players.

Felipe believes in a holistic approach to coaching. He strives to make tennis not just a sport, but a lifestyle for his players. By working on their technical skills, physical fitness and mental toughness. He helps them develop a winning mentality that they can apply to all aspects of their lives.

His goal is to make players independent in their journey, confident in their abilities, and enjoy the process of learning and competing. Felipe's pupils would testify that they not only improved their game, but also gained a mentor and friend.

Phone: (408) 692-2320

Address: 680 Hubbard Avenue. Santa Clara, CA, 95051

Phone: (408) 692-2320

Address: 680 Hubbard Avenue. Santa Clara, CA, 95051