Hi, I’m
Onyeka Mbanu
Professional Tennis Coach & Certified Sports & Exercise Psyhcologist.
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Inspiring tennis coach with extensive professional playing and coaching expertise.
Provides depth of knowledge across sports psychology and exercise.
Uses holistic approaches to develop well-rounded athletes on and off the tennis court.
PTR Certified.
Certified Sports and Exercise Psychologist offering high level of tennis coaching and teaching skills.
Strong communication and active listening skills, dedicated to developing outstanding tennis players.
Proven history of athletic success and detail-oriented coaching.
Overview
10
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Global Tennis AcademyAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Professional Tennis Coach
04.2022 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Researched and implemented latest game strategies and techniques to drive continuous improvement.
- Managed over 90 hours per month.
- Encouraged and promoted tennis by making lessons fun and inspiring students to improve skills.
- Planned and directed physical conditioning programs for athletes to achieve maximum performance.
- Taught and refined forehand, backhand and serving techniques to students to boost competitiveness.
- Assisted in development of injury prevention techniques, including tennis elbow and wrist strain reduction.
- Prepared students for regional and national competitions through demonstrating and analyzing modern tennis shots and match play strategies.
PSS Sports Services AcademyAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Junior Head Coach
10.2019 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Delivered group and individual coaching to high professional level, regularly communicating detailed feedback to players to develop proficiency in technique and footwork.
- Built confidence of players by offering individual praise and recognizing progress and achievements.
- Coached kids aged 5 & under.
- Administered first aid, responded to emergencies and reported incidents properly.
- Conducted sessions to provide physical challenge to individuals with varying skillsets and abilities.
- Set up facilities and equipment for kids and adult sessions.
- Managed behavioral challenges to reduce disruption to training sessions.
HENK VAN HULST TENNIS ACADEMY, VALKENSWAARD - NETHERLANDEindhoven, Netherlands
Assistant Coach
08.2012 - 11.2014
Job overview
- Traveling coach and sparring partner.
- Consistently applied effective, innovative coaching methods to meet and exceed team needs.
- Planned and led training sessions to motivate players and improve gameplay.
- Instilled sense of commitment, drive and responsibility in young players.
- Earned players' respect by demonstrating expertise in modern and highly technical tennis skills and footwork.
- Coached players in real-game situations, offering tactical support and encouragement.
- Demonstrated specific skills and techniques, providing time for controlled practice.
Education
Professional DevelopmentAbu Dhabi
Diploma of Higher Education from Sports Marketing
06.2023
University Overview
- Continuing education courses in Sports Marketing.
Professional Development Abu Dhabi
Certificate of Higher Education from Sports & Exercise Psychology
05.2023
University Overview
- Certified Sports & Exercise Psychologist.
- Completed professional development in Sports & Exercise Psychology.
Professional Tennis RegistryLagos, Nigeria
Certificate of Higher Education from Professional Tennis
08.2018
University of Port HarcourtPort Harcourt, Nigeria.
A-Levels from Psychology
09.2017
Zamani CollegeKaduna, Nigeria.
GCSEs from GCSEs
06.2011
Skills
- Interest and passion for teaching tennis to young children and adults
- Excellent ability to interact with parents, players, and administrative staff
- Possess excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Profound ability to demonstrate various tennis strokes
- Individualized coaching plans
- Serve techniques
- Tournament procedures
- Sportsmanship promotion
- First Aid and CPR
- Player skill assessment
- Training exercises
- Game rules and regulations
Certification
Certified Sports & Exercise Psychologist.
PTR Certified.
Licensed Professional.
Additional Information
- Current Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Languages
English
Fluent
Accomplishments
- Awarded Gold & Bronze Medal All Africa Games Mozambique 2011.
- 1121 Highest ATP World Ranking.
- No. 2 Highest National Ranking.
- 1st Place NCC Tennis League 2015.
- Accra Senior Championships 2020 Winner.
- NTF Best Young Player of the year 2012.
Timeline
Professional Tennis Coach
Global Tennis Academy
04.2022 - 12.2022
Junior Head Coach
PSS Sports Services Academy
10.2019 - 01.2021
Assistant Coach
HENK VAN HULST TENNIS ACADEMY, VALKENSWAARD - NETHERLAND
08.2012 - 11.2014
Professional Development
Diploma of Higher Education from Sports Marketing
Professional Development
Certificate of Higher Education from Sports & Exercise Psychology
Professional Tennis Registry
Certificate of Higher Education from Professional Tennis
University of Port Harcourt
A-Levels from Psychology
Zamani College
GCSEs from GCSEs
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