Play Tennis at Mustang Park Recreation Center

Hi, I’m Coach Michal—your soon-to-be favorite tennis instructor! My teaching philosophy is tailored to each individual’s goals, from mastering the fundamentals for beginners to developing advanced strategies for competitive players. I’m passionate about fostering a lifelong love for tennis and committed to guiding every student on their unique journey. whether your focus is fitness, fun, or competition, I’m here to support your growth and transformation on and off the court. Credentials & Achievements: Current professional player on the ITF Pro Circuit Former NCAA #2 ranked player Winter and Summer National Division I Champion (Junior & Senior years) Led Team USA to 3rd place at the World Olympics; undefeated and named MVP Top 50 World Junior Ranking

"Great coach overall. Looking forward to working with him in the future.

Passionate and driven tennis coach with a 5 years of experience training kids, junior, and adult players. Ability to develop technical skills and foster mental toughness. Experienced in planning individualized training programs and mentoring athletes for competitive. Also, I bring 13 years of experience to the court, eager to share my love for tennis. As an experienced player myself, I focus on tailored instruction, building skills with an engaging, yet professional approach. My goal is to help you excel. Bilingual( Russian, English) Certifications and Badges: • Sport Supervision and Safety (Vector Solutions) • Child Abuse: Mandatory Reporting (Vector Solutions) • Concussion Awareness: Athletics (Vector Solutions) • Heat Illness Prevention (Vector Solutions) • Sexual Conduct: Staff-to-Student (Vector Solutions) • Athlete-Centered Coaching (USTA Badge) • Coaching High School Tennis (USTA Badge) • Empowering Girls (USTA Badge) • Inclusive Coaching (USTA Badge) • Abuse Prevention for Adult Athletes (USTA) • Creating Safe and Inclusive Environments for Athletes with Disabilities (USTA) • Parents Guide to Misconduct in Sport (USTA) • SafeSport for Volunteers (USTA) • SafeSport for Youth Athletes (USTA) • SafeSport for Kids (USTA) USTA courses: • Coaching level 1 • Coaching level 2 (in progress) • Safe Play for Providers • Parents Guide to Misconduct in Sport • Introduce Your Child to Tennis • Supporting Your Child in Competition • Tennis in Physical Education • Sportsmanship & Athlete Safety Junior

"Raman is a great tennis coach who explains techniques clearly and makes every session enjoyable. I’ve already seen noticeable improvement in my game. Highly recommend him to anyone looking to improve their game.

Fueling a passion for tennis is what gets me out of bed. As a former D1 athlete with 5 years of coaching, I blend high-level experience with personalized instruction, helping players unlock their full potential while enjoying the game.