Victor Batista

Tennis and Padel Professional

Nationality:

Brazil

Victor Batista is a 38-year old Tennis Professional from São Paulo, Brazil. Trained and certified by PBI, Victor also holds multiple certifications from the Brazilian Tennis Federation, Brazilian Beach Tennis Federation and the International Tennis Federation (ITF). Victor is also an accomplished Padel player and coach where he has competed and coached in both Brazil and Italy. In addition to his on-court skills, Victor is a former business owner, and holds a diploma in business, his very strong organizational and interpersonal skills have made him an extremely valuable professional at each of his previous assignments. Victor is also fluent in English, Spanish and Portuguese. Currently Victor is the PBI Head Professional at Four Seasons Hampshire in the UK. Prior to his move to the UK Victor was the head Tennis Professional at the Akti Palace Resort in Kos – Greece and before his move to Greece was coaching at the Coroados Tennis Club in Sao Paulo – Brazil.

Career Highlights:

• Multiple certifications from Brazilian Tennis Federation, Brazilian Beach Tennis Federation and International Tennis Federation (ITF)
• Fluent in English, Spanish and Portuguese
• Has held leadership coaching roles in England, Greece and Brazil
• Former business owner and holds a diploma in Business

Coaching At:

Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach

Marko Radovanovic

Head Tennis Professional

Nationality:

Serbia

Marko is an energetic and passionate person who loves tennis and coaching players of all levels. His main interest is to make players better by developing a well-rounded complete program for them. In his many years of working with PBI, Marko has transformed the games of hundreds of players and has even been trusted to teach the children of both Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic.

Career Highlights:

• Top 5 Junior in Serbia, member of Serbian Junior team
• 20 Years Coaching experience
• Serbian tennis federation coaching license
• Serbian Tennis Federation, travelling coach for junior national team, Japan 2013
• Full Tennis Scholarship to Carson Newman College, Bachelor of Arts, Major Mass Communications

+971 56 834 7495

Rudy Pelhan

Tennis Director

Nationality:

Netherlands

Rudy has just recently joined our PBI Dubai team but comes with a wealth of experience. With 17 years experience in the Netherlands across all levels, Rudy is an A-licensed coach with a degree in communications and loves to bring the ultimate combination of improvement and joy on the tennis court with positive energy. Rudy is excited about the challenge to help Tennis players in Dubai to reach their full potential.

Career Highlights:

• Dutch champion U11 & U12.
• Champion of several regional championships U13.
• Regional tennis coach for all talents in the Netherlands including physical, fitness and mental guidance.

+971 52 992 0138

Coaching At:

American University Dubai

Jake Gard’ner

Regional Tennis Director

Nationality:

New Zealand

With close to 20 years experience, working with players of all ages, ability levels and ambitions, Jake oversees training and operations at PBI across the ME region. Prior to his 10 years in Dubai, Jake taught in Australia, the UK and the USA as well as travelling with ITF players. With a bachelor’s degree in Health Science, Jake is also a PTR Master professional and USPTA Elite professional. Jake is committed to helping players reach their full potential by creating lessons and environments for them to practice and compete in. Full of energy on court, Jakes other passions in life include Rugby, Golf, Reading and travelling!

Career Highlights:

• Top 5 Junior player in New Zealand
• USPTA Elite Professional
• RPT Master Professional
• Travelling coach for ITF Juniors
• Hitting partner for multiple top 20 WTA players
• 5 years experience directing multiple tennis programs and facilities

+971 55 615 2697

Coaching At:

Park Hyatt Dubai

Angel Gyorgievski

Director of Tennis

Nationality:

Angel joined the PBI coaching team in 2014 armed with an extensive tennis background. Prior to his role as a PBI professional at Reynolds Plantation in Greensboro, Georgia, Angel held stints Macedonia, Bulgaria and Spain where he honed his skills in tennis instruction, private lessons, youth tennis development and wheelchair tennis. Upon joining PBI, Angel has directed tennis programs at Belmond La Samanna Resort in St Martin, French Caribbean, as well as Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia. In September 2017, he joined Four Seasons Doha as Director of Tennis.

Career Highlights:

• Master’s Degree in Sports Psychology at National Sports Academy “Vassil Levski”, Sofia, Bulgaria
• Professional qualification, Sports Manager at National Sports Academy “Vassil Levski” Sofia, Bulgaria
• Bachelor Degree in Sport – Specialty Tennis Coach at National Sports Academy “Vassil Levski” Sofia, Bulgaria

Coaching At:

Four Seasons Hotel Doha

Darko Petrov

Tennis Professional

Nationality:

Macedonia

Originally from North Macedonia, Darko is a ITF certified coach and was a National Tennis Player for his country. After his successful career as a junior, when he turned 18, Darko learned that he loves coaching as much as he plays and kicked off his career by teaching at the active Tennis Club in Shtip, Macedonia. His goal is to help each student to achieve their goals and be the best.

Career Highlights:

• Hitting partner for visiting ITF players and for professional players including WTA # 20 Maria Sakkari, #1 WTA doubles player Timea Babos, fomer WTA #2 Stvetlana Kuznetsova and Davis Cup Champion and former ATP #89 James Ward among others.
• Full time student athlete at the University of Minnesota Mens Tennis Team (Division 1)
• Highest of #16 in the NCAA Division 1 Team Rankings
• 2014 Most Improved Player
• ITF #320 and Top 5 player in Colombia U12, U14, U16, U18

+971 58 845 0917

Coaching At:

Park Hyatt Dubai

Natalia Kacprzyk

Tennis Professional

Nationality:

Poland

Natalia’s journey into tennis is thanks to her parents, both of whom are tennis coaches. Throughout her career, she has believed in creating a positive and supportive environment where players can develop their skills and love for the game. Her coaching philosophy focuses on individual approach, technical precision, and mental resilience. She is committed to helping each player achieve their full potential, both on and off the court and believes that anyone, regardless of age, can learn tennis with the right attitude and positivity. After a strong junior playing career, Natalia took her university education and coaching development seriously. She studied both Kinesiotherapy and Sports and Events Management to go along with her Tennis specific qualifications.

Career Highlights:

• ITF Level 2
• Kinesiotherapeutic Gerontoprophylaxis Coach
• Master’s degree in Sports and Tourism Event Management
• Top 15 U18 in national ranking in Poland
• Head Coach of regional tennis team U10 in Poland
• Polish Women’s Doubles Champions 2023 at the Polish Tennis Coaches Championships
• Master’s degree in Sports and Tourism Event Management

Coaching At:

Park Hyatt Dubai

Christopher Kindred

Tennis Professional

Nationality:

United Kingdom

CJ Kindred is an enthusiastic and encouraging tennis coach with over 12 years of experience in teaching a wide range of players, from young individuals to older adults, whether they are just starting out in tennis or regularly competing at the top level in their age group. CJ is highly motivated by a passion for helping players reach their full potential and enjoy the game of tennis. He loves the technical side of the game, using video analysis to help players also. Outside of tennis, he has a passion for playing Padel, where he reached the top 50 within 6 months of competing.

Career Highlights:

• Over 12 years of coaching experience at various esteemed institutions, including Hills Road High-Performance Centre
• Top 50 junior in Great Britain
• Coached multiple players who are now top national juniors
• Travelled on tour with and was a hitting partner for English international players.
• Recognised for developing tailored programs that address individual player needs and goals, he was Performance Coach of the Year in 2022 for Cambridgeshire.

Coaching At:

Park Hyatt Dubai

Anna Davydova

Tennis Professional

Nationality:

Russia

Before achieving a winning Division I collegiate career at University of Detroit Mercy in Michigan, Anna was a top 70 junior player in Russia and reached a world ranking of #365. In addition to leading her college team at #1 singles and doubles, Anna was also recognized as the team MVP, co-captain for 2 years, and received first league all-horizon and second league all-horizon honors. Since graduation, Anna has shared her love for tennis and coaching at world-class venues in the United States, Russia and Seychelles before joining the PBI Dubai team.

Career Highlights:

• #1 Singles and Doubles Player at NCAA Division I University of Detroit Mercy
• Top 70 Junior in Russia
• Tied a school record of 20-3 in dual play
• Holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from University of Detroit Mercy

Coaching At:

Park Hyatt Dubai