Qualifications

• ITF Level 1
• Duke of Edinburgh, Bronze Award Leader
• Sport Science specialized in Mental Toughness
• Train of Trainer, UPM
• GoCoach Entrepreneur in Tennis Development

Coaching times & fees

• Please contact Ariff direct via email or WhatsApp.
• He can be contacted via WhatsApp on +60 17 247 2426
• Or you can contact him using email on alamandatennisacademy@gmail.com

Further information

• UPM Tennis Club
• Alamanda Tennis Academy
• Putrajaya Tennis Association 
• Wheelchair Tennis Malaysia

Experience

October 2022 – Current: Varsity Tennis Coach|University Putra Malaysia Selangor

• Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
• Encouraged clients to find creative solutions to problems and maintain motivation.
• Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
• Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.

August 2022 – Current: Tennis Coach|Tenby International School, Setia Ecohill Semenyih

• Challenged athletes by consistently using positive reinforcement and gentle criticism.
• Promoted a positive environment for all athletes, which helped to diminish stress and increase enthusiasm.
• Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
• Hired a few assistants for coaching and summer camp support.
• Guided outstanding players and students toward best tennis scholarship prospects.

January 2022 – Current: ITF Officials|Lawn Tennis Association of Malaysia Kuala Lumpur

• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Managing the tournaments especially the Umpire

January 2018 – Current: Assistant Tennis Coach|Putrajaya Lawn Tennis Association Putrajaya

• Coached established tennis players in advanced game techniques and competition strategies.
• Explained and demonstrated basic tennis techniques to team members.
• Volunteered to coach disadvantaged inner-city youth in basics of tennis.
• Taught proper physical conditioning for maximum endurance, health, and safety

January 2016 – Current: Professional Tennis Coach|Alamanda Tennis Academy Putrajaya

• Cultivated community and media relations through social media and other communication channels to support the program.
• Spoke to student athletes about the impact of proper nutrition and adequate sleep on overall performance.
• Challenged athletes by consistently using positive reinforcement and gentle criticism.
• Maintained and improved facilities for tennis programs through dedicated fundraising, grant applications and solicitation of corporate sponsorships.
• Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.

April 2014 to Present: Tennis Manager

• Assisting University Teams, Social Tennis Club for a tournament, training and scouting future talents. Currently I’m attached to the association of Wheelchair Tennis Malaysia (WTM) for their development programs by conducting session on the weekend for their future players.