Our team
Coach Dimitri (tennis)
Coach Dimitri is a highly experienced tennis player with over 45 years of playing experience. He was a top competitive player in Ukraine, where he won multiple championships. In addition to his playing career, Dimitri has over 20 years of local and international coaching experience. He has coached players of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced, and has worked with athletes across a wide range of age
groups. Dimitri is a certified Tennis Canada coach.
Coach Emily (tennis)
Coach Emily Pugachevsky has over 15 years of competitive tennis experience, including training at the renowned Evert Tennis Academy and earning a scholarship to play at the NCAA Division 1 level for Eastern Illinois University. She has worked with kids of all ages and has led sports camps, creating a fun and supportive environment for young athletes. Her coaching focuses on building skills, confidence, and a love for the game. Outside of coaching, Emily enjoys spending time with her husband and two kids, as well as camping, hiking, and playing a variety of sports. She brings passion, energy, and a strong competitive background to every lesson, helping players grow both on and off the court.
Coach Denisse (tennis)
Coach Denisse Giler is a certified Tennis Canada Club Professional 1 and certified cardio tennis instructor. Denisse was a former world junior, WTA player and experienced of coaching over ten years in USA and Calgary, Canada.
Denisse started her tennis journey at the age of 6 in Ecuador, competing nationally and internationally. Her passion for the sport and dedication to excellence have defined her career in tennis. Denisse reflects her commitment to the sport’s growth and development.
She focuses on building strong technical, tactical skills and mental toughness. She is known for her motivating coaching style, loves seeing athletes achieve their goals, develop a passion for tennis and lead healthy lives.
Denisse continues contributing to love this sport.
Coach Alexandra (tennis)
Coach Alexandra is a Tennis Canada Certified coach. She’s been playing tennis since the age of 6, and has trained in different places around the world. She brings a passionate and knowledgeable perspective into coaching. Alexandra is currently a player for the University of Calgary Tennis Team. Outside of tennis, Alexandra is a cinephile and loves listening to music.
