John Arp
Fort Myers,FL
Summary
Seasoned Tennis Player/Coach continues to compete and coach at high level tournaments and USTA events. Effective at coaching private players and competitive athletes in technique, form and gameplay. Known for increasing the numbers of club members and tennis program participation.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Tennis Professional
Blackwood Academy
Sanibel, FL
09.2021 - Current
- Provided individual and group tennis instruction to players of all ages and skill levels.
- Organized and facilitated tournaments, leagues, and other special events for members of the club.
- Demonstrated proper technique for forehand, backhand, serve, volley and overhead shots.
- Assisted with court maintenance such as lining courts, raking clay surfaces.
Tennis Professional
Minikahda Country Club
Minneapolis, MN
05.2003 - Current
- Provided individual and group tennis instruction to players of all ages and skill levels.
- Organized and facilitated tournaments, leagues, and other special events for members of the club.
- Coordinated junior development programs for young players in order to improve their skills.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and provided regular feedback to parents.
- Assisted with court maintenance such as lining courts, raking clay surfaces.
- Conducted drills that focus on agility, footwork, accuracy and strategy development.
Tennis Professional
Lifetime Fitness Clubs
St.Louis Park, MN
01.1990 - 08.2019
- Provided individual and group tennis instruction to players of all ages and skill levels.
- Organized and facilitated tournaments, leagues, and other special events for members of the club.
Director of Tennis
Decathlon Club
Bloomington, MN
01.1990 - 05.1999
- Oversaw workforce schedules and allocated resources in order to achieve project goals.
- Scheduled and coordinated events and activities.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Monitored court usage with an emphasis on increasing revenue from memberships, lessons, and clinics.
- Developed comprehensive training program for coaches and players to improve overall performance.
Skills
- Group Instruction
- Client Relationship Building
- Hours tracking
- Competition Preparation
- Team Development
- Coaching skills
- Individual lessons
- Group classes
- Team Training
Accomplishments
Former USPTA Professional Certifier
USTA Sportsmanship Award
USPTA Cardio Tennis Certified
Timeline
Tennis Professional
Blackwood Academy
09.2021 - Current
Tennis Professional
Minikahda Country Club
05.2003 - Current
Tennis Professional
Lifetime Fitness Clubs
01.1990 - 08.2019
Director of Tennis
Decathlon Club
01.1990 - 05.1999