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Rafal Kijak, Littleton, CO Tennis Coach

Rafal Kijak

Tennis AS

Tennis

SILVER

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I have been teaching tennis at CoachUp for the last seven years. View all coaching experience

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Training Locations
  • Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego im. Józefa Pilsudskiego w Warszawie

  • 12 years

  • Qualified Private Coach
    Passed Coach Course

  • Adults, Kids, Teenagers

  • Point Strategy, Lob, Drop Shot, Volley, Topspin, Slice, Serve, Forehand, Footwork, Backhand

Credentials

  • Akademia Wychowania Fizycznego im. Józefa Pilsudskiego w Warszawie

  • 12 years

  • Qualified Private Coach
    Passed Coach Course

Services

  • Adults, Kids, Teenagers

  • Point Strategy, Lob, Drop Shot, Volley, Topspin, Slice, Serve, Forehand, Footwork, Backhand

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More About Coach Rafal

Rafal is from EU and has been teaching Professional Tennis for the last sixteen years. Rafal played at the college level and holds a Master’s degree in Physical Education and Tennis Instruction from US Szczecin and Josef Pilsudski University of Physical Education in Warsaw.

Rafal was the owner of a tennis academy “AS” for six years in Poland (The Orphanage House- Zielony Dwor). During that time, he trained two ATP Tour players and also taught at summer tennis camps.

When Rafal isn’t on the court, he enjoys watching son, David, play tennis. David was a 5A State Runner-up in 2016 and is a good hitting partner. David was a full time student at No Quit Tennis Academy in Las Vegas, Nevada.
High School:
* 2016 Colorado 5A State Runner-Up
* First Overland High School Tennis Player to make state championship
* Head Recruiting Rankings: No. 5 player in the state of Colorado
Club:
* 2017 South Dakota Open Champion
* Career 15-11 record vs. 1, 2, 3, and 4 Star Recruits

Rafal enjoys working with tennis players of ALL ages and levels. His teaching philosophy is “ keep calm and play tennis “.

My son David is a ranked national tennis player and a GOOD hitting partner. I also trained/develop at the beginning stage three ATP Tour Professional Tennis Players: David K., Bartlomiej F. and Rafal T.
I did a couple of tennis camps in Europe. I enjoy working with tennis players of all ages.

Individual and group tennis lesson- no problem "MOBILE" Tennis Coach !
On winter time I have an indoor tennis court !
On summer time I will come to you ! Know of a court a few blocks from your house ? Let's make it convenient for you and play there ! Let's have FUN :)

HITTING ONLY SESSIONS !!!

Are you looking for a tennis partner to hit with? Would you like to really challenge yourself out on the tennis court? Tennis hitting only sessions are designed for tennis players who aren’t looking for lessons but would like to hit back and forth with a player that is at the same skill level or better. In fact, both are very beneficial.

Of course it is enjoyable to play tennis with someone at your own skill level which then in turn builds confidence and consistency. And generally you’ll find that playing tennis with someone that is better than you can be challenging but as a result will make you a better tennis player. Have fun testing your skills by taking a tennis hitting only session from a fun coach at CoachUp !!!

One of the advantages to hitting only sessions is the simple fact that you don’t have to keep score because you don’t necessarily have to play for points. There is freedom when the competitive pressure is gone which can present an opportunity to focus on improving specific areas of weakness. Competitive tennis play can make you tense-so why not just relax and go out and rip it!

There is truth to the old saying that “practice makes perfect” and tennis hitting only sessions will definitely help towards that effort. A hitting only session allows the player the time they need that is necessary to both excel and enhance their tennis game without the time constraint of instruction. Practice, practice, practice is very important for player development in any sport. Excelling in tennis is a process that takes time, dedication and a lot of hard work. There is no substitute for hard work and hard work pays off.

Tennis hitting only sessions are a great option for tennis players that have the desire to practice, improve and have fun. So what are you waiting for? Why not try a hitting only session today with a quality, affordable tennis coach and college tennis player only at CoachUp !!

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Client Reviews

It was a pleasure to work with Rafal. He was able to quickly identify my strengths and weaknesses and provide great advise and feedback for future training.

Coach Rafal is a great coach. He was very patient, and always put extra time into lessons. I would recommend him to anyone that I know.

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My children like Roach Rafal's class.

Coach Rafal is great with our daughter. With only two sessions she has shown more improvement than she has ever shown with prior instructors. I would highly recommend him!

Fantastic! Thank you!

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My son really enjoyed his lessons. He teaches youth very good. I would recommend him to all ages. Thank you so much, Coach Rafal.

Rafal is a great Coach. I am so happy that we found him. The kids have both learned so much and the improvement has been amazing!!! Would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a tennis coach.

Best coach that I've ever had

DAVID | Aurora, Colo. |Academy: No Quit Tennis Academy (Las Vegas) Coach Josh : "David is an exciting and talented tennis player from the Denver area. He is an aggressive baseliner who has been runner-up at the state level. I'm excited to watch him develop.
Hello Rafal , I hope this message finds you well. I am reaching out to you today because of your impressive tennis teaching background. Your experience in the Denver area is very impressive and speaks volumes to your abilities on and off the court.
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