Coaches & Admin STAFF

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Coach Dave's current roles include Tennis Coach of the boys & girls varsity tennis team at Harbord Collegiate and director of Tennis Operations and coach at BreakPoint.  His previous highlights before Break Point Club include: OUAA Head Coach (University of Waterloo), Western Canada Games Head Coach for team NWT - Provincial/ Territorial Head Coach for NWT based in Yellowknife, Head Pro at world famous Westmount G&C Club for 3 years, High performance junior trainer for NCTA in Kingston, Club Pro at Northfield for 6 years (Waterloo), Professor of "Intro to Tennis" within Kinesiology program at Wilfrid Laurier University and Director of tennistournamentstoronto.com.  He is a fantastic communicator and is always excited to spend time on court with his students. Fluent in German & English.

Coach Max has been passionate about tennis from his youth, training at high performance tennis academies such as ACE tennis Academy and Toronto Tennis City.  Highlights of Max’s playing career include reaching the provincial semi-finals, winning multiple Badminton and Racquet Club championships, and reaching the OFSAA championships with Upper Canada College.

Max achieved his instructors certification in 2014, gaining valuable coaching experience at clubs such as the Boulevard Club and the Israel Tennis Centre in Ramat Hasharon where he conducted both private and group lessons. After completing his Club Professional 1 certification in 2018, Max coached at both Nike Sports Camps Canada and Branksome Hall Summer Camps tailoring the daily activities for each. 

After 8 years of remarkable coaching experience, Coach Max joined BreakPoint Tennis Club in downtown Toronto; where he focuses on delivering a tailored approach to reach his students consisting of primarily young adults - developing their way from pure beginner levels through to advanced competition. Coach Max communicates proficiently in English.

 Coach Niki began her teaching career in 2022 as an Assistant Tennis Coach at “Mani Club” in Mazandaran before completing her TPA (Tennis Professional Association) in 2022 and guided many students at all levels at Toronto’s Mayfair Club and Oshawa’s ICM Tennis Club.  She found her home with BreakPoint in 2023.

She is an excellent "match play" style coach (learn while playing actual games). With a relaxed and friendly teaching style she works well with players new to tennis. Her classes are upbeat, informative, and always focus on fostering a love for the game. For the competitive player, Niki has another gear to fine tune upper levels.

Niki earned a top 5 coach honours in 2024 https://www.thebesttoronto.com/top-tennis-coaches-toronto/ Her singles playing achievements include MVP honours at York Mills, gold in regionals (TDSB) , silver in City finals (TDSB), and OFSAA semi-finalist. She’s collected hardware in doubles too; with Gold in varsity regionals (TDSB). Niki is fluent in English & Farsi. 

Coach Omar is a tennis player, experienced coach, and trained physiotherapist with over 15 years of experience on the court. As a coach, he has developed and implemented tennis lesson plans for players of all ages and skill levels, always with a focus on fun and engaging techniques. He has a strong knowledge of tennis strategies and techniques, which he uses to provide valuable feedback to players to help students improve their performance.

Working with individual players as well as groups, including coaching tennis teams , he has a deep understanding of the game. He is a strong communicator and is known for providing clear and effective feedback to players.  With a passion for the game of tennis and a commitment to helping players improve their skills and achieve their goals, he is dedicated to helping players of all levels reach their full potential on the court. Coach Omar communicates proficiently in English and Arabic.

Clintin's passion for tennis ignited as a teenager while competing in the "International Tennis Federation" circuit of professional tournaments. He is a former coach of  Holy Rosary Catholic High School in South Africa and later thrived as a coach of over 200  students in Korea as an independent coach, before being offered to coach at the historic Jangchung Tennis Court in Seoul. Clintin is experienced in conducting private and group sessions in both Korean and English.  He specializes in rally classes, challengers, and match play classes. He is experienced at coaching on 60ft & 42 ft courts tennis courts, ideal for NTRP 1.0 - 2.0. His enthusiasm for coaching tennis, combined with his effective communication skills and friendly demeanor make for the perfect tennis experience. 

 Ehsan is a highly motivated professional with over a decade of experience in tennis coaching. He holds certifications from the Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) for Adults, 11 to 17, and Junior Tennis, and has additional qualifications including Respect in Sport and Safe Sport Complaint. These credentials highlight his commitment to providing a safe and effective coaching environment.

Ehsan began his coaching career as Head Coach at Manzariye Tennis Club in Tehran, where he designed and implemented personalized training programs for players of all skill levels. His expertise spans technical and tactical skill development, physical conditioning, and mental resilience. Ehsan’s innovative coaching methods and collaborative approach have significantly improved the academy’s performance standards and fostered a strong passion for tennis among his students.

With a focus on building player confidence and enhancing their game, Ehsan is dedicated to helping athletes reach their full potential, from beginners to advanced competitors. Coach Ehsan speaks Persian as his main language and has a basic proficiency in English.

 With 7+ years of tennis experience and BreakPoint's expert in Junior Tennis, Willem is an experienced tennis player and fantastic coach. Willem plays line 1 (highest level) on the Harbord ci varsity tennis team and is top ranked member within his division at the Davisville Club. He has been an extremely active member in the tennis community and knows his way around all aspects of the game. His innate ability to teach the rudimentary basics while still fostering much love towards the game makes him the perfect teacher.

Off the court, he is a dedicated volunteer with experience in childcare and leadership. He led children's camp activities for the Bata shoe museum and helped mentor his younger teammates at his club. Willem is fluent in English and French.

Coach Ali holds a bachelor's degree in Physical Education and Sports and has a strong background as both a tennis player and coach. With 13 years of coaching experience, he has trained successful athletes through his own Boyar Tennis Academy, founded in 2011 in Turkey. He also spent eight years teaching physical education in schools, establishing championship-winning tennis teams. Coach Ali has given group and private lessons in Toronto and North York YMCA, using a game-based teaching approach to make learning fun for all ages. He actively participates in International Tennis Federation (ITF) seminars and camps to help athletes reach advanced levels. Fluent in English, Turkish, and Arabic, he connects with students from diverse backgrounds. His ambitious and determined personality, combined with his engaging teaching style, makes tennis both enjoyable and rewarding.

 With a background in fitness, Roxanne is poised to provide invaluable assistance to players. Her dedication to excellence and meticulous attention to detail make her the perfect choice for arranging your ideal coach and organizing tennis tournaments and challenges. With her years of extensive experience in customer service and recent tenure in HR administration, you can rely on Roxanne for a seamless and rewarding tennis experience.