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ABOUT ME

South African living in Delray Beach, Florida. Ex-professional tennis player and now ATP coach. Traveling the world to 65 different countries to play tennis has not only taught me a lot about the game, but also about diversity, perseverance and discipline.
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RUAN ROELOFSE

Ex-Professional Tennis Player, ATP Coach

As an ex-professional tennis player and ATP coach, I'm passionate about sharing my knowledge and experience with aspiring tennis players. I believe that every player is unique and deserves a personalized approach that aligns with their individual goals. By pushing you out of your comfort zone while maintaining balance, we can unlock your ultimate potential. Together, we'll focus on all aspects of your game - technical, physical, tactical, and mental -while also addressing important off-court elements like scheduling and travel. Let's commit to getting 1% better each day and strive to become the best version of ourselves, both on and off the court!

EXPERIENCE THE JOURNEY

Train with a Pro

Embark on a journey to elevate your tennis skills with personalized coaching from a seasoned professional. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player,I specialize in using your talents and goals to maximize your potential to be the best tennis player and person you can be.

CORE VALUES

1

RESPECT

Respect in sports is essential for ensuring fair play and building camaraderie. It involves honoring both opponents and teammates, creating a culture of excellence. By emphasizing respect, we enhance our performance and motivate those around us.

2

INTEGRITY

Integrity in sport is the cornerstone of fair play, respect, and accountability. It empowers athletes to compete with honor, upholding the true values of their sport and cultivating a culture of trust and excellence.

3

ACCOUNTABILITY

Accountability in sport fosters integrity and respect. It ensures athletes take responsibility for their actions, promoting fair play. By holding yourself accountable to the standard you expect from yourself, we create an environment of excellence for you to grow in.

4

CURIOSITY

Curiosity in sport drives innovation and enhances experiences for athletes. It encourages exploration of new techniques and strategies, pushing boundaries. Always keep a open mind ask question and be willing to learn.

Coaching career

 

  • 3 years experience coaching on the ATP tour as a full time traveling coach.

  • 4 years coaching junior level tennis in Florida, USA

  • Notably taking Christopher Eubanks from 150 to 28 in the ATP world rankings. Winning an ATP title on the way as well as making the quarterfinals of Wimbledon.

Playing career

 

  • Career high singles ATP - 357

  • Career high doubles ATP - 122

  • 2 ITF singles titles 

  • 49 doubles titles - 6 x ATP Challenger, 43 x ITF.

  • Played Davis cup 18 times representing South Africa.

  • Notable singles wins - Cameron Norrie and Dominic Thiem

  • Notable doubles wins - John Isner and Nicolas Mahut. 

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