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Tennis & Physical Performance Coach | Specialist in High-Performance Development
With extensive experience coaching high-performance tennis players, I currently lead SPEXS, a physical and performance coaching lab. At SPEXS, I design and implement tailored training programs for elite Dutch junior players aged 10-16, including standout athletes like Mila van der Lecq (Dutch #2 U-14, TE #67).
In collaboration with JS Tennis & Coaching in The Hague, I facilitate the physical training aspects of a performance-focused tennis program. Additionally, I contribute to the Dutch Tennis Federation’s grassroots program, shaping the next generation of talent through national and regional selection initiatives for U-10 players (orange/green ball).
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Sport Studies (The Hague University of Applied sciences)
- Pre-master in Human Movement Science (Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam ONGOING)
Coaching qualifications:
- A Tennis coaching licence KNLTB (Dutch Tennis federation)
- Applied functional science Proceeds coaching license (Gray Institute)
- A fitness instructor license (EREPS level 5)
My journey with tennis began at the age of 6 in Latvia, where I first fell in love with the sport (played nationally and Tennis Europe). Unfortunately, an injury at that young age shifted my path, but it opened the door to a passion for coaching. I started as an assistant coach, working with red ball kids at the Riga Technical University Tennis center, and that experience shaped my dedication to developing young talent.
In addition to my tennis experience I have four years of experience in the fitness industry, specialising in personal training using electro-muscular stimulation technology, which deepened my understanding of physical performance. When I’m not on the court or in the gym, I enjoy hiking and immersing myself in a good book, which helps me recharge and stay inspired.
Experience
Rohan Bopanna Tennis Foundation(India): workshops for coaches, development of training programs and periodisation for junior program U-14 [August 2024- ongoing]
Tenerife Tennis Academy(Spain) : research project- Recruitment of full-time player & Customer journey optimisation [2021]