International Tennis Conference
Key Training Strategies for Developing Juniors and Professional Players: ATP & WTA
About the Conference
The International Tennis Conference brings together renowned coaches Yoav Schab and Gregor Ficko, who will share their expertise on developing players for high-performance tennis.
Yoav and Gregor are esteemed members of the GPTCA (Global Professional Tennis Coach Association), an organization committed to advancing tennis coaches' education, training, and professional growth at the ATP and WTA levels. GPTCA strives to elevate coaching standards and contribute to the global development of professional tennis.
Throughout the conference, Yoav and Gregor will cover essential topics, including practical examples of professional training sessions, strategies for building a tournament calendar with effective periodization, and guidance on facilitating the transition from junior to professional tennis—with a particular focus on supporting female players.
By attending, you will gain valuable insights into better preparing and coaching players for success at the highest levels. Additionally, the conference offers an excellent opportunity to network and exchange experiences with fellow coaches from Poland and around the world
Speakers
Organizers
The conference is organized by Anna Korzeniak in collaboration with the Polish Tennis Association.
Anna Korzeniak is a former professional tennis player, a three-time Polish Women's Champion, and achieved a career-high WTA ranking of 182 in 2008. She now works as a professional coach, develops online training courses, and leads workshops for tennis instructors and coaches.
Key Benefits for Participants:
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Earn 10 points toward your coaching advancement.
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Extend your coaching license for 2025–2027.
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Receive a personalized certificate of attendance as a recognition of your participation.
Agenda
Saturday 22.03.2025
13.00 -14.00
Registration of Participants
14.00 - 14.15
Welcome & Introduction of the speakers
14.15 - 16.00
Yoav Schab
Mental and Tactical Development of Players through Drills.
On-Court Training Demonstration
16.15 - 17.45
Gregor Ficko
Professional Development: Transitioning from Junior to Professional Tennis.
On-Court Training Demonstration
18.00 - 19.30
Yoav Schab
The Qualities of a Good Coach.
Presentation
19.30 - 20.00
Yoav Schab
Q&A Session
Sunday 23.03.2025
9.00 - 10.30
Professional Training in Tournament and Pre-Season: Integrated Training.
On-Court Training Demonstration
10.45 - 12.15
Yoav Schab
Tournament Planning and Training Periodization.
Presentation
12.45 - 14.15
Connecting the Body and Mind for Optimal Performance.
On-Court Training Demonstration
14.15 - 15.00
Final Q&A and Closing Remarks
Come with a Player
Volunteers are welcome for the on-court training sessions. Coaches can bring their players (age 12 and older), or coaches themselves can participate. The final selection of participants will depend on the number and age of registered players. Players attend for free.
Registration fee
Before February 1, 2025:
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120 EUR (only for PZT-licensed coaches/instructors*)
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140 EUR (other participants: Polish coaches without a PZT license, coaches from other countries, parents, and tennis enthusiasts)
After February 1, 2025:
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130 EUR (only for PZT-licensed coaches/instructors*)
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150 EUR (other participants: Polish coaches without a PZT license, coaches from other countries, parents, and tennis enthusiasts)
* PZT license - Polish Tennis Association coach/instructor license
Bank Transfer Details:
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Recipient: ANNA KORZENIAK
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IBAN PL49109025900000000146946743
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SWIFT : WBKPPLPP
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Transfer Description: Coaching Conference 22-23.03.2025, [Your Full Name]
Note: Spots are limited. Registration is confirmed based on the date payment is received.
Deadline: February 28, 2025
(payment must be received by this date)
The conference is open to coaches, instructors, and auditors (e.g., parents, club players).
How to Register:
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Complete the registration form.
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Submit the registration fee via bank transfer.
IMPORTANT: Submitting the form alone does not secure your spot—payment is required for confirmation.
Venue
Mera - Warsaw Tennis Club
Al. Bohaterów Września 12
02-389 Warsaw, Poland
Accommodation: At your own expense.
Contact
Phone
+48 502 488 632
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