Our Coaches
Shanky Kumar

About
With 16 years of competitive experience in his resume, Shanky coaches learners of all levels while continuing to add to his tennis resume. Having represented New Delhi in the National Games, Shanky is also able to participate in high intensity sparring with learners at the appropriate skill level.
Playing Experience
16 years at competitive level
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Top 50 in the U16 category (2005) under All India Tennis Association (AITA)
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Top 100 in the U18 category (2006) under All India Tennis Association (AITA)
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Represented New Delhi in National Games (2007)
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Top 500 in the Men's category (2010) under All India Tennis Association (AITA)
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Previously coached by
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Sushil Kumar (Former India National Champion, ITF Level 1)
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Balram Singh (Former India Davis Cup Player, ITF Level 2)
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Ram Kumar (ITF Level 2 Certified)
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Aditya Sachdeva (Former India Davis Cup Player, ITF Level 2)

Coaching Experience
2015 till present​​
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Coached various U12,U14 and U16 top tennis players in India​​
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​Head coach at Tennis with Aman, New Delhi (2024)
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Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition
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Conferred with 6 assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans
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Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements
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Mentored 12 beginner players to foster sense of healthy competition and confidence prior to focusing on skill-building
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Mentored and developed 4 novice coaches in recruiting and scouting of student-athletes
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Head coach at Super Shots Academy, New Delhi (2021-2023)
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Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements
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Interviewed, hired, trained and mentored 8 coaches
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Coordinated athletic events by reserving officials and referees, determining event budget and organizing signage, concessions and sound system vendors
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Head coach at Tennisholic Academy, New Delhi (2018-2021)
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Developed and implemented training drills to improve team cohesiveness and performance for three U10, five U12 & eight U16 girls & boys teams
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Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage
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Assistant coach at Tennis with Peasant, New Delhi (2015-2018)
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Created and managed schedules for seasonal lessons and practices
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Developed recruitment strategy and network according to team plan and regulatory guidelines
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Coaching Certifications
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ITF Level 1
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ITF Beginner to Intermediate Certified Coach​
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ITF Play Tennis Certified (Play + Stay, Tennis Express course)​​​​
Other Experience & Qualifications
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Strength and Conditioning Coach (2015-current)
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Developed and implemented programs focused ​on improving power, speed and endurance for more than 100 individuals and 12 teams
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Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries thereby helping them overcome any challenge
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Fitness coach at Anytime Fitness New Delhi​ (2011-2015)
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Modified workout plans according to fitness levels and medical considerations for more than 1000 clients​
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Consulted clients to define personal health needs, formulate effective fitness, nutritional or rehabilitation plans and improve overall well-being through collaborative approach
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Other Qualifications
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IGIPESS (Indira Gandhi Institute of Physical Education and Sports Science)
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Standard First Aid and CPR + AED Certified
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Bachelors of Commerce (Delhi University)
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Diploma in Computer and Information Sciences (Electronics Service & Training Centre)
