Coaches & Admin STAFF

---

Coach Dave's previous roles include Head Tennis Coach Harbord Collegiate (Toronto), High School South Region & City Championship Umpire (Toronto).  Ladies Varsity Head Coach (University of Waterloo), Provincial/ Territorial Head Coach for Team Northwest Territories (Yellowknife), Head Pro at world famous Westmount G&C Club (Kitchener), NCTA High performance Tennis Pro at "The Landings Club" (Kingston), Club Pro at Northfield (Waterloo), Professor of "Intro to Tennis" within Kinesiology program (Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo) and Director of tennistournamentstoronto.com (Toronto). 

His focus is now dedicated on program development for adults aged 24-54; ranging in NTRP 1.0 to 5.0.  He is a fantastic communicator, and is always excited to spend time on court with his students. Fluent in German and English.

 Coach Hesham has started playing tennis at age of 8 at Cairo International stadium in Cairo, Egypt.  His competitive spirit led him to winning renowned Division 1 national level tournaments paving the way for his Zohour Club to reaching the Egyptian Premier league! Coach Hesham then became a dedicated Tennis Coach in 2016 where he shares his passion for developing mainly teens and young adult tennis players.  He got his start in Coaching at Katemeya Heights Tennis Club as an Assistant Coach. He spent 2 years at Cairo International Stadium as a Tennis Coach and 1 year at October University training high performance. In 2020, he received certification from ITF. In 2021 he came to Canada and found his home at BreakPoint Tennis. In 2025, Coach Hesh became a senior advisor on PAC (Progressive Adult Coaches) & became a certified TPR (Tennis Professional Registration) thru Tennis Canada. Coach Hesh communicates proficiently in English and Arabic.

 Hi, My name is Meharab. I have been teaching and playing tennis for over 10 years. My expertise in developing tennis players in singles and doubles and implementing tennis programs for players of all ages and skill levels. I like to create a safe, positive, and engaging environment where tennis players can have fun, thrive and improve on the court. 

At Philpott he worked on making tennis a fun sport and made sure to provide all the skills needed to foster a lifelong love for tennis. At Scarborough Bluffs Tennis Club he delievered targeted programming. Coordinated adult clinics tailored for recreational players alongside high-performance  junior clinics, successfully balancing high-energy tactical group drills with individual player development.

He is fluent in English & Bengali.

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.

Coach Luis started playing tennis at 12 and has spent years honing his skills. He taught high school in Chile for 13 years and became a certified coach with FETECH and the ITF in 2021. 

Since 2018, he’s coached beginners to advanced players of all ages, promoting a positive attitude both on and off the court.

He played in the Temuco Challenger Pre-Qualifiers (2022–2023), served as an umpire in 2024, and was a Line Judge in the main draw of the tournament.

Ask him anything about tennis; your game will improve and you'll leave the court feeling better than when you arrived!

 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.

Suresh Guna is an elite tennis professional with over seven years of competitive playing and coaching experience. Dedicated to developing players of all ages and skill levels. Having a deep passion for the sport with a highly structured, athlete-centered approach to training.As a certified professional with the Tennis Professionals Association (TPA), the Coaching Association of Canada (CAC), and the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) with Making Ethical Decisions (MED) designation, Coach Suresh upholds the highest standards of safety, ethics, and technical excellence in Canadian sport. This extensive training ensures that every student receives evidence-based coaching designed to maximize physical performance while fostering mental resilience and sportsmanship.

Throughout seven years on the court, Coach Suresh has successfully guided recreational players looking to improve their fundamentals, as well as competitive athletes aiming for tournament success. By leveraging personal competitive playing experience with unique, real-world strategic insights into match play, court awareness, and tactical execution. Whether conducting private lessons, group clinics, or high-performance junior development camps, committed to helping every player reach their full potential and build a lifelong love for tennis.

He is fluent in Engish and Tamil.

Coach Melika Sahlani is a Tennis Canada TPA certified coach with over five years of coaching experience working with both junior and adult players. She previously coached at Enghelab Sport Complex, Azadi Sport Complex, and the respected Moazebnia Tennis Academy in Tehran, Iran.

Melika is passionate about creating a positive, supportive, and engaging learning environment where players can improve their skills, build confidence, and develop a lifelong love for tennis. Her coaching style focuses on clear communication, player development, and making tennis enjoyable for players of all ages and skill levels. In addition to her Tennis Canada certification, she holds CPR & First Aid, Respect in Sport, and ITF coaching certifications. Coach Melika is fluent in both English and Persian and enjoys helping players achieve their individual goals while having fun on the court.

Meet Assistant Coach Marcy! Coach Marcy is a competitive tennis player and athlete at Toronto Metropolitan University with experience in junior, provincial, Women’s Open, and university-level competition.

She began competing at age 12 and later played on the Ontario Tennis Association (OTA) junior circuit before moving into Women’s Open singles. Today, she continues to train and compete at a high-performance university level.

As a coach, Marcy works with beginner to advanced players, focusing on strong fundamentals, movement, shot selection, point construction, and competitive habits. She is also working toward her Tennis Professionals Association (TPA) certification.

Marcy loves helping players build their skills, confidence, and understanding of the game! She is also fluent in French.

  Coach Sam is one of Toronto’s fastest-rising tennis instructors, recognized for his passion to create BreakPoint challenger winners. With 9 years of experience as a competitive player and certification through Tennis Canada (TPA/OTA), he specializes in technique communications.

Prior to obtaining his Canadian Coach designation, He spent 3 years at at at OPT Club (Esteghlal) as a coach shadow, where he supported development programs at a red clay tennis academy. Sam’s sessions emphasize footwork, consistency, and strategic play — all delivered in a motivating and supportive environment.

Coach Sam is a certified GPTCA C-Level Coach, specializing in competitive player development and high-performance training. 

His sessions book up quickly, especially with rookie & beginner classses— so reserve your spot early if you find them online.  He is fluent in both English and Persian (Farsi).

Rammy is a passioniate Tennis Professional with over 10 years of coaching experience, specializing in player development for all ages and skill levels. Proven success in designing customized training programs and fostering competitive environments to enhance performance and sportsmanship.

Coach Yarmik is a certified tennis coach through Tennis Canada and USPTR, with international coaching experience across India, Europe, and Canada. He has worked with players of all levels, including training junior ITF players and competitive athletes, while also helping beginner and intermediate players build strong fundamentals. His experience includes both high‑performance training environments and structured group coaching programs.

Coach Yarmik enjoys creating engaging sessions for recreational players by designing game‑based drills that improve consistency, confidence, and match play. He brings a positive and energetic presence on court and focuses on helping players improve while enjoying the game. His coaching style combines technical development with fun, competitive situations suited for players of all levels.

Coach Jenela comes from a tennis enthusiastic family, starting at 3 years old and playing tennis with her father and brothers ever since. With a lifelong passion for the sport, tennis has been a major part of her life both on and off the court.

Starting her coaching career in 2023, Jenela has three years of coaching experience working with players of various ages and skill levels, from complete beginners to intermediate players. She focuses on creating a fun, encouraging, and engaging environment while helping players build confidence, develop their technique, and enjoy the game. Her goal as a coach is to help every player develop their skills while making tennis an enjoyable sport they can continue to love for years to come.

"Feeling nervous about setting foot on court? Confused with all the "class options"?  Don’t know what a challenger is? Meet Davin Solek, BreakPoint Ambassador - who is happy to chat with you through WhatsApp & is often able to meet up with you at the tennis court before your first session. 

Davin has an extensive background in tennis at BreakPoint and also at O’Connor Hills, and Eglinton Flats Winter tennis club. When not playing he enjoys Public Speaking and is huge on sauna/cold plunges.

Not everyone will surge in NTRP ranking as quickly as Yas. Her journey consisted of taking classes & challengers; and competing in challengers & tournaments.  Yas is not only an excellent Ambassador for BreakPoint she is rather a superb ambassador for tennis in general.

Yas has collected tournament titles and has played all over Toronto.  She has a creative flair & designed the BreakPoint logo.  Her current  NTRP ranking is 3.0. 

Aidan moved to Toronto from Melbourne Australia in 2025, and rediscovered tennis through Breakpoint having played competitive tennis as a junior. He enjoys meeting new people, hitting as many times a week as he can and helping to spread the love of tennis. He is just starting to enter his first NRTP 4.0 rated events, having started at 2.5 earlier in the year.

After a years-long hiatus from the sport, Colin returned to tennis two years ago, keen on developing a strong first serve and improving his groundstrokes. Through 1-on-1 coaching with Ali at BreakPoint, he did both. 

Now, Colin plays as often as he can, especially during the summer. His goal is to hit an NTRP ranking of 4.5 by age 45, but for now he’s (mostly) content to hover between 3.5 and 4.0.

 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.

Son is a sports enthusiast who is passionate about bringing people together through tennis and creating a fun, supportive environment where everyone feels welcome. 

His strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and people first approach helps create seamless events and enjoyable experiences for everyone at BreakPoint.