Shai Gigi: Founder, Main Coach
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| NATIONALITY: |
ISRAELI |
| BIRTHDATE: |
JUNE, 1977 |
| BIRTHPLACE: |
HAIFA, ISRAEL |
| RESIDENCE: |
SETAGAYA-KU, TOKYO CITY |
| HEIGHT: |
5-6 (168cm) |
| WIGHT: |
60kg |
| PLAYS: |
RIGHT-HANDED |
| SHOES: |
YONEX |
| RAQUET: |
YONEX RDX 500 |
| CLOTHING: |
YONEX |
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Shai picked up his first racket at the age of 11. Since then his enthusiasm
for tennis has led him to become a professional tennis player, competing
against some of the best players around. With over seven years of experience
he has taught tennis, competed in U.S. and Israeli tournaments and is
still as enthusiastic as ever.
Professionally qualified, Shai is certified as one of the most excellent
tennis players by the Israeli Institute for Tennis. He has the skills
to coach tennis at all levels - beginners to advanced tournament players.
Shai, fell in love with Japan and it's culture and decided to make a
home in Japan. Feeling the need existing in Tokyo for a professional
but fun tennis center, which would introduce both the young and adults
to the pleasures of tennis he established the JINJI TENNIS CENTER to
develop his dream offering tennis training for children and adults of
all ages and skill levels in the local area.
Coach profile: Jan 2006 (Japanese)
Recent News about the Jinji Tennis Center: ACCJ Journal Jan 2006
Jinji Tennis Center New Article: Tokyo Notice Board
More Sports for Kids Please: Japan Family Guide
Comment from a customer
Peter Bautista Loyola : Coach, U.S. PTR professional
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| NATIONALITY: |
Filipino |
| BIRTHDATE: |
Januaryr 26th, 1968
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| BIRTHPLACE: |
Taytay, Rizal, Philipine |
| RESIDENCE: |
Setagaya-ku |
| HEIGHT: |
-6 (168cm) |
| WIGHT: |
64 kg
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| PLAYS: |
RIGHT-HANDED |
| SHOES: |
Nike |
| RAQUET: |
Head |
| CLOTHING: |
Nike |
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I started to play tennis when I was 12 yrs. Old. Being passionate about it, I trained every day and became part of our local school's tennis team, all the way to college.
Aside from tennis, I ride mountain bike and motocross, competes professionally representing the Philippines in International races.
I graduated college Major in Management at San Beda College Manila. Worked abroad, played lots of tournaments around Micronesia, Guam, Saipan and Palau. I am part of the Northern Mariana Island National tennis team.
I am a U.S. PTR member and Certified Professional, and worked as a teaching tennis Pro at Fiesta Resort Hotel and Spa in Saipan for the last 7 years, conducting group and private tennis lesson for kids and adult.
I am looking forward to seeing you at Jinji Tennis Center, Hilton Hotel Tokyo.
Comments from customers
Takaharu Tanno : Coach
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| NATIONALITY: |
Australian |
| BIRTHDATE: |
October 1985
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| HEIGHT: |
5-11 (180cm) |
| WIGHT: |
71 kg
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| PLAYS: |
LEFT-HANDED |
| SHOES: |
K-swiss glaciator |
| RAQUET: |
Wilson [K]SIX.ONE Tour 90 |
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Taka was born in Sydney, Australia and recently arrived in Tokyo wanting to pursuit a career here. Tennis is a sport I have loved since I was 5 and I have had the opportunity to become a tennis coach at my previous club in Sydney. There I have gained experience not only as a tennis coach but also as a sport instructor over 7 years. I am fluent in both English and Japanese so please feel free to communicate in either language.
I majored in Masters of Chiropractic Science at Macqaurie University and graduated in 2008. I am now working as a chiropractor in Akasaka. With my coaching experience and understanding of the body's biomechanics, TENNIS CONDITIONING has become a valuable treatment protocol for tennis players at all levels.
Comment from a customer
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Thank you for today's lesson which Nina enjoyed.
She wants to take your lessons very much.
hiro
Shai,
Erina was very skeptical before going to tennis and I am so glad that she gave it a try- because they really enjoyed it !!
The way you teach is very good and keeps the kids interested and fun at the same time!
karina
You guys are great!
Benjamin
I agree Thomas should play sport. Your tennis lesson was the only sport he was looking forward to, so tennis may be a good idea.
I will let you know what we decide in the future.
Good luck with your lessons.
Yuri Douaze
Thank you for all you have taught him and all the best for the future of your tennis club.
Kind regards,
Maria
It was very nice playing tennis with you, even for such a short time
Cheers,
Edda
It was indeed also for some great 9 years of tennis with you.
I learned a lot and enjoyed it very much. You are an excellent coach.
I hope we can meet again some time somewhere.
All the best for you
Ianthe
Shai-chan, Thank you from me too!!We all had a great time!
Honto arigato! See you soon!
Miyo
For a great year and very good lessons. I had the best time and I what I have learned is so many different things about my game. I wish you the best of luck with your life in Tokyo.
Take care and I will be thinking about the lessons outside in December, when I am play in Sweden indoor.
You have a great staff. Give my best to the staff in the reception at Hilton Spa.
Many thanks, Maria
Hello Shai san
I am Aya, last sunday I took beginer lesson. It was really good time. Thank you so much.
I like your teaching style. I want to improve tennis more than now. I would like to take your lesson again.
Sincerly yours,
Aya