James Holt
Lansdale,PA
Summary
Experienced tennis coach with a passion for the game at a fun and competitive level. Proven track record of developing players' skills and achieving consistent results. Seeking opportunities to share my expertise and contribute to a dynamic tennis program.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Tennis Professional
Great Adventure Marketing
Naples (where Company Is Based ), FLA
02.2024 - Current
- Responds promptly and professionally to customer inquiries regarding services offered.
- Conducted drills that focus on agility, footwork, accuracy and strategy development.
- Developed instructional plans tailored to the individual needs of each student.
- Provided individual and group tennis instruction to players of all ages and skill levels.
Tennis Teaching Professional
Frog Hollow Racquet Club
Lansdale, PA
07.2021 - 12.2023
- Responsible for instructing large youth and adult groups/clinics in conjunction with a vast array of drills and strategies to improve both their ability and planning on/off court
- Individual lessons were taught as well, ranging from the recreational players to the league and team players
- Supervised and guided multiple assistant coaches in order to assure common goals.
Tennis Director / Lead Pro
Fort Washington Swim & Tennis Club
Ambler, PA
06.2020 - 01.2023
- As the camp Tennis Director, I was responsible for the hiring of the camp assistant coaches and guiding them to ensure a fun and efficiently run tennis program for elementary and secondary students.
- Managed a budget to ensure cost-effectiveness while meeting organizational goals.
- Created an environment that fosters team building among staff members and participants.
Head Tennis Coach
Gwynedd Mercy University
Gwynedd Valley, PA
01.2003 - 01.2022
- Responsible for coaching, mentoring, and recruiting of players
- Also responsible for scheduling non-conference matches as well as tournaments, and organizing fundraisers/public appearances
- Developed scouting reports for team members and specifically emphasized strategic approaches in practices/matches.
Classroom Teacher / Physical Education Director
Wordsworth Academy (now Fairwold Academy)
Fort Washington, PA
01.2000 - 01.2020
- Responsible for instructing high school students in the classroom with all the core subjects for my first 5 years at the school
- Then, chosen as the Health and Physical Education Director, I mentored students at both the elementary and secondary level, establishing a physical education and health curriculum
- Also responsible for communication with parents directly.
Tennis Professional
Philadelphia Sports Club at High Point
Chalfont, PA
01.2007 - 01.2017
- Directly responsible for instructing and strategizing with players of all levels, ranging from children & adolescents to advanced adults
- Also responsible for mentoring junior staff members and individual training sessions.
Education
Masters - Special Education -
Arcadia University
Glenside, PA01.2004
Liberal Arts Major / Communication Minor -
West Chester University
West Chester, PA01.1993
Wissahickon High School
01.1988
Skills
- Coaching expertise
- Team Development
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Competitive
- Game readiness
- Analytical Thinking
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal Communication
Volunteer History
- Touch of Tennis, Founder / Director, 1999, 2019, Directly responsible for establishing, organizing and maintaining a free tennis program for a vast array of individuals with special needs. Reference above USTA National Adaptive Service Award and Tennis Magazine Heroes Edition December, 2013.
- Big Brothers / Big Sisters of America, 1993, 2003, Mentored and tutored little brothers for 10 years within the program.
- Cheltenham Jaycees Junior Hockey Program, Head Coach, 2010, 2013, Coached/mentored adolescent hockey program, instilling fundamentals, teamwork (en route to 2 titles)
Awards
- Gwynedd Mercy University
- Men's Tennis Team
2x Conference Champions
2x NCAA National Tournament
- Women's Tennis Team
13x Conference Finalists
11x Conference Champions
11x NCAA National Tournament
12x Conference Coach of the Year
- USTA
- National Adaptive Service Award (as cited in Tennis Magazine Dec 2013 special “Heroes” edition)
- 2x USTA College Coach of the Year
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Tennis Professional
Great Adventure Marketing
02.2024 - Current
Tennis Teaching Professional
Frog Hollow Racquet Club
07.2021 - 12.2023
Tennis Director / Lead Pro
Fort Washington Swim & Tennis Club
06.2020 - 01.2023
Tennis Professional
Philadelphia Sports Club at High Point
01.2007 - 01.2017
Head Tennis Coach
Gwynedd Mercy University
01.2003 - 01.2022
Classroom Teacher / Physical Education Director
Wordsworth Academy (now Fairwold Academy)
01.2000 - 01.2020
Masters - Special Education -
Arcadia University
Liberal Arts Major / Communication Minor -
West Chester University
Wissahickon High School
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