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GPTCA / ATP
Certification Course
in IRVINE, CA
Level B and C
May 14th - 18th, 2025
RAQUET CLUB OF IRVINE: Official Host of the GPTCA Level B & C Certification in California.
Located in the heart of California, Laguna Beach Tennis Academy is a leading institution in the development and training of high-performance tennis players. With a comprehensive approach that combines technique, tactics, physical conditioning, and mental preparation, this academy has established itself as a center of excellence for players of all ages and skill levels.
With top-tier facilities and a team of highly qualified coaches, Laguna Beach Tennis Academy has become a premier destination for competitive tennis development. This is why it has been selected as the official host for the GPTCA (Global Professional Tennis Coach Association) Level B & C certification course, a globally recognized program designed for coaches looking to refine their skills and gain international accreditation in their professional training.
This event will offer participating coaches the opportunity to learn from top tennis experts, share experiences with colleagues from around the world, and elevate their coaching careers within a prestigious academy like Laguna Beach Tennis Academy.
If you are looking to enhance your career as a tennis coach and obtain a globally recognized certification, this is your chance to do so in a world-class professional environment. We look forward to welcoming you to Laguna Beach Tennis Academy!
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SPEAKERS
The quality of the top coaches and speakers who present this course is on the highest international level.
TONI NADAL
DOMINIK HRBATY
LIAM SMITH
FERNANDO SEGAL
ANDREW MATELJAN
Meet the Speakers
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
TONI NADAL
- GPTCA Board member.
- Uncle and Coach of Rafael Nadal 1990-2017), his mentor, strategist and emotional anchor.
- 17 Grand Slam titles, 46 ATP singles career titles, Olympic gold medalist (Beijing 2008).
- Head of Rafa Nadal Academy.
- International speaker and author.
DOMINIK HRBATY
- Turkey Davis Cup Captain for 4 years.
- Slovakian Davis Cup Captain for 2 years.
- Worked with Martin Klizan for 2 years.
- He is one of only three players in history to hold a positive win-loss record against Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, along with Novak Djokovic and Alex Corretja.
- Hrbaty, whose best Grand Slam result was a run to the semi-finals at Roland Garros in 1999, won six ATP Tour titles and led his nation to the Davis Cup final in 2005. He holds the record for most singles wins (28) and most ties played (26) for Slovakia in the Davis Cup.
LIAM SMITH
- ATP/WTA Coach.
- Former coach of Gael Monfils, Radu About, Rikardas Berankis, Coco Gauff and others.
- ATP Coaches Committee Member
- He was coach of Coco Gauff, Gael Monfils, Matthew Ebden.
- Currently coach of Sloane Stephens.
FERNANDO SEGAL
- International Development Tennis expert and leader.
- He authored 11 books on different tennis areas.
- Has directed National Development Programs for Federations and Tennis Projects in several countries like: Argentina, México, Brazil, New Zealand, USA and others.
- GPTCA President for Argentina, Chile & México.
- From his developments programs, players have achieved 16 junior GS and being ATP/WTA top 100.
- Segal Institute Founder & CEO
- World Tennis Conference Creator/Director
ANDREW MATELJAN
- Andrew Mateljan, renowned for his high-level junior competition background, founded FitTennis, revolutionizing tennis training by merging fitness with tennis.
- As CEO of FitTennis, he introduced a dynamic program designed for tennis players of all levels, incorporating cutting-edge fitness methodologies.
- His innovative training approach sets a new standard in sports training, blending fitness techniques with an in-depth understanding of tennis dynamics.
- Demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit through the establishment of a women-focused gym and the leadership of a thriving tennis academy.
- Committed to promoting health, wellness, and athletic performance, Andrew's work impacts various communities, enhancing their sports training experience.
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