Available Coaches

 


Fidan Manashirova

jason-winfieldOriginally born in Azerbaijan, Fidan grew up in the states specifically Mountain View and Sacramento, CA. As a junior, she trained full time at Gorin Tennis Academy and competed in all of the USTA and ITF junior events ranking as high as top 20 in the country. She received a full scholarship to play on the Ohio State University's women's tennis team. Playing as high as #1 in singles and doubles. Fidan also earned team MVP honors her junior and sophomore years, as well as being named team captain her senior year. She's ranked 5th all-time in career singles wins at Ohio State and she was a part of the highest ranking team in program history at #17 in the country.

Fidan has taught tennis at all levels including country club, racquet club, high school, and college. She comes straight off being the volunteer student assistant for the women's team at Ohio State and before that, a teaching pro at Manursing Island Club in Rye, NY.


Jason Winfield

jason-winfieldJason has been involved in the tennis world since the age of five. Originally from Massachusetts, he won titles at the local and state level as one of the top singles and doubles players among 10 and under juniors. After earning All State honors in wrestling and track in high school, he returned to tennis upon moving to LA where he began working as tennis professionals at several locations.

As a coach, he is certified and has trained numerous children and adults through NTRP development and as a hitting partner, has traveled with top high school and collegiate players on the Junior and ITF Circuit. Still a competitive USTA tournament player himself, Jason emphasizes tennis as a tool for learning, wellness and a balanced state of mind.