The rise and the fall of a champion

My love affair with tennis began in 2004 at the age of nine. From the very first time I stepped onto the court, I knew this sport was something special. I trained hard and, in just a few short years, won multiple national and international tournaments, including the Greek Championships and Masters Under 12. My young career was promising, but unfortunately, at the age of 13, a serious knee injury forced me to make a difficult decision—I had to stop competing. It was a heartbreaking moment, but I had no other option.

how i Turned my passion into career

My passion for tennis never faded. After my recovery, I found a new way to stay connected to the sport I loved. I began my coaching journey by offering private lessons and sparring sessions at local hotels during my summer school breaks. This experience ignited a new dream: to become a professional tennis coach. At the age of 18, I earned my official tennis coaching certification and left my home island of Rhodes to explore the world of tennis.

THE BREAKTHROUGH

My professional career started at Robinson Daidalos, where I worked as a high-season reinforcement coach. This role marked the beginning of a ten-year partnership with the Robinson GmbH, taking me to several incredible destinations. I coached at Robinson Daidalos (Kos, Greece), Esquinzo Playa (Fuerteventura, Spain), and, for the last five years of my tenure, I served as the Head Coach & base leader of Greece’s largest clay court tennis facility at Robinson Kyllini Beach. During this time, I had the privilege of learning from former professional players like Nicolas Kiefer (ATP #4), Marc-Kevin Göllner (ATP #26), Patrick Kühnen (ATP #43), and many others. These experiences, along with continuous education and multiple workshops, helped me refine my coaching skills and broaden my expertise.

THE BIRTH OF YOURTENNISCOACH.GR

With a decade of experience, the right knowledge, and a burning entrepreneurial spirit, I made a bold decision in 2022—to return to Rhodes and start my own business. That’s how YourTennisCoach.gr was born. The first year exceeded my wildest dreams as I partnered with 14 resorts, and by the second year, I expanded to 23 resorts while also introducing padel training.


Now, as I prepare for the third year of this journey, I am filled with excitement and new ideas. The future holds endless possibilities, and I can’t wait to see what’s next. Stay tuned—this is just the beginning!