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Jose M.
Miami, FL (0 locations)
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USPTA Certified
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PTR Certified
- Years Teaching: 8
- Years Playing: 16
- Levels Taught: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
- Teaches: Kids, Juniors, Adults, Seniors
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About Me
My name is Jose Mª Reina. I played college tennis for Roberts Wesleyan dll, qualified for Nationals in 2017. Since then I gradauted from college I have been coaching tennis in Miami at all type of levels, from beginners to Pro.
Reach me out if you are trying to learn how to play tennis or if you want to improve your groundstrokes.
I´m looking forward to play with you!
Teaching Style
Teaching Style:
My teaching style is built around a combination of technical mastery, tactical understanding, and mental toughness. I focus on creating well-rounded players who not only have strong fundamentals but also a solid understanding of how to apply those skills strategically on the court.
Specialties:
Fundamentals and Technique: I believe that a strong foundation in footwork, grip, and stroke mechanics is essential for long-term success. I work with players to ensure that their technique is efficient and adaptable, whether they’re beginners or more advanced players.
Tactical Awareness: I emphasize match strategy and point construction, teaching players how to analyze their opponent’s game and adjust their play accordingly. I focus on teaching players how to play smart, not just hard.
Mental Resilience: Tennis is as much a mental game as it is physical. I incorporate mental toughness exercises into my coaching, teaching players how to stay calm under pressure, manage emotions, and maintain focus during crucial moments in a match.
Serving and Returning: These are the most important parts of the game, and I dedicate significant time to helping players develop a reliable, effective serve and return game, along with strategies to attack or defend during these key moments.
Lesson Structure: Each lesson is tailored to the player’s individual needs and goals, but generally, I structure my sessions as follows:
Warm-up: We start with a dynamic warm-up to get the body moving, followed by some light rallying to loosen up and work on consistency.
Focus Area: Depending on the player's needs (e.g., serve, forehand, footwork, or match strategy), we dive into technical drills or tactical simulations. This is where I can emphasize specific skills and adjust based on progress.
Live Play/Simulation: To make sure players can apply what they’ve learned, I introduce point-play scenarios where they can practice what we’ve worked on in real-time. This helps them transition from drills to actual match situations.
Cool-down & Review: We wrap up with a cool-down, and I give constructive feedback. I always make sure to end on a positive note, discussing areas of improvement and reinforcing what went well.
I try to keep the atmosphere upbeat, encouraging, and goal-oriented. My aim is to make learning fun, challenging, and rewarding—while instilling a deep love for the game.