Enjoy a Lesson from Our
Staff of Tennis Pros
(Listed alphabetically by first name)
Click to see interviews with Tennis Directors Eric Rose and Sam Hitman,
as well as other top Pros and tennis students.
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Beck Meares |
Head Coach of Men's and Women's Teams at Metro State. She has a keen eye and a great stroke. Taking a lesson with Beck is like going back to college! $50 |
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Bran Illiac |
Which country has the most players ranked in the Top 3 in the world for both Men and Women? Serbia owns 3 of those 6 players. Get a lesson with Bran and learn a different perspective on the game! $50 |
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Dan Blodgett |
Dan, recently from Kansas City, is the only coach at Gates with a current student on the pro circuit. His son! Learn tips from the master. $50 |
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Ed Skarwecki |
Ed is legend in Colorado. He has twice been a finalist in the Colorado State Open and has won numerous age division tournaments. If you take a lesson with Ed, ask about Chris Everett. $55 |
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Erik Morin |
Erik is one of our brightest young tennis coaches who has a sharp eye for the game. Erik plays at a high level; and is good coach for all levels! He has an extremely high rate of returning customers - always a good sign! $45 |
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Karen Jernigan |
Former Women's coach at Colorado College in Colorado Springs, Karen is one of only two women on staff. Take a lesson with Karen and she can help your game improve! $50 |
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Kollman Gearhart |
Big man with a big heart! Kollman has extensive playing and teaching experience including most recently at the Miramont in Fort Collins. Kollman is a young instructor who has a natural feel for people and their tennis game. Try out Kollman and up your game! $45 |
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Kyle Thornhill |
A specialist for you! A pure student of the game, Coach Kyle has risen to the top as one of Gates best coaches for someone looking for the fundamentals. Everyone can use a review of the basics. Coach Kyle specializes in players 4.0 and below. Beginners, Adv. Beg, and young tennis players - you've found your coach. $45 |
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Jeff Salzenstein |
Which one is true? A. Jeff has beaten Fernando Gonzales. B. Jeff has been ranked Top 100 in the world. C. Jeff graduated from Stanford and has been featured numerous times in full page articles in the New York Times. D. Jeff played before a national television audience in prime time against Michael Chang in the US Open Trick Question….all of the above are true. And much more. Jeff is a great touring pro, a great teaching professional, and an even greater guy. Try a lesson with a real ATP touring pro for the bargain price of $75. |
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Paul Koenke |
“You wanna bet?” Paul is one of the Top 5 players in the state of Colorado. Paul has a guarantee of a free lesson if you can beat him. Paul can offer the fundamentals to beginner or smoke the ball in a hitting session with 5.0 and above players. He is a positive all-around coach with all aspects of the game. $45 |
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Ricardo
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Ricardo, skilled in both hard courts and red clay, is from Peru. He can teach you an all-court game in English or Spanish. Ranked as high as #5 in Peru as a junior, Ricardo, most recently from California, can bring your game to the next level. $50 |
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Ryan Freeman |
Ryan, most recently from South Carolina, can bring his southern charm onto the tennis court. His teaching is a great all-around style that can provide a great workout, pick up technical tips and have an overall positive tennis experience. $50 |
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Ryan Ross |
Attention all weekend warriors! Ryan Ross is available on Sundays for lessons. His 2nd year with Gates, Ryan has a popular weekend following. $45 |
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Niko Kabylafkas |
Speak Greek? Even if you don't, Niko can talk your language. The language of improving your game. A meticulous stroke master, Niko can provide technical advice on all aspects of your game and make you smile while doing it. A guaranteed great time and improvement to your game. $55 |