Tenorio Tennis

My very SPECIAL post to honor one of my great students here in the USA, the unique Sofia Ferraz, I start training and coaching her when she was just 8-9 years old, she became really good tennis player and competed in USTA junior tournaments here in Florida, she represented and was a great ambassador of our tennis academy philosophy, good player, good sport, and great enjoyment while playing. I had so many great memories with her and my daughter Michelle at the courts and off the courts as well like having ice creams after practice, also with her amazing parents and siblings Miguel and Giovanna. Sofia had a great family support which is a key when I start training kids in our academy, trust in our coaching job that’s all I ask for. Now, Sofia found her soul partner and they will get married next week in Utah and I will be there for her, thank you Sofia for inviting me and my family to your special day, as you said always to me: you part of my family I will say something to you and your family as well, you guys my family and I will be eternally grateful to tennis because tennis is my life. Thank you. Coach Jose

Thanks to the rain and canceled lessons, I had the chance to catch up with Jack, a former student of TENORIO TENNIS ACADEMY. I had the privilege of coaching him from the age of 5 to 13, and it’s incredible to see how his passion for tennis has only grown stronger. Now 16, Jack credits his early years with us for instilling a love for the game, which has propelled him currently to a close UTR 10 level. I’m thrilled to see him excel, not just in tennis, but also as a well-rounded and focused individual. As a coach, my goal is to create a nurturing environment where students can have fun, develop respect for the sport, and play tennis for life. Jack’s journey is a testament to the power of quality over quantity, and I couldn’t be prouder of him. He’s a shining example of our academy’s philosophy, and I have no doubt he’ll continue to thrive in tennis and beyond, now he is currently training and competing very hard for his dream to play in college and beyond, all these while he is still a regular high school student.
Vamosssss!!!
Team Tenorio and staff
Coach Jose
TENORIO TENNIS ACADEMY
Centered and focused in developing kids under 12s
Canyons communities

Well, now going back to tournaments after a little break with our player BellaZ., which took me a little time to finally convince her to do it, proud of you girl, the way you compete defines your character remember that and today you gave a lot of fight and officially also you won your first ever main draw match, you even got second place and a trophy but I am more proud of your own determination and bravery to compete against good players and today was your first time ever competing on official USTA tournaments.
Vamos Bella “Steffi” Z.
USTA 14s girls division
This is just a start and tournaments for us is a learning experience, having fun to compete, sportsmanship at its best, building character, and
improving your game under realistic pressure which I personally love it to do and enjoy it. And also special thanks to Maria her mama for the way she watched her daughter match , way to go.
Team Tenorio
Coach Jose
Coach Yolanda
Canyons communities

Just finished our second podcast Tennis tales, this time talking about a very interesting person and now a great coach who is doing really good job in Baltimore Maryland, thank you Coach Allan Brooks. We were talking about how tennis saves lifes and can be a very good companion in Life.
Stay tuned and also thank you to my daughter Michelle and her friends who helped us done at their fantastic state of art professional studio in Tampa.

CREATIVITY IN TENNIS.
Under-12 Development.
Imho a good Head coach can foster an ideal environment that encourages children to create on the court. “Creating”—which is a vital component of our tennis lessons here at TENORIO TENNIS ACADEMY—is essentially about letting kids be kids.
Creating is pure fun; by being creative, they learn to improvise and take their own initiative. Tennis is a sport that demands supreme coordination at high speeds; eventually, everything shifts into “autopilot.” Consequently, a child who hasn’t developed the ability to improvise at these crucial stages of development will find it extremely difficult to navigate complex situations that require advanced motor skills. I recall an anecdote involving a parent who was watching us practicing “tweeners” and other unconventional shots; his expression seemed to convey that he felt we were simply wasting our time on such things, that kid was quite young back then; today, he is a top-ranked player who is almost certain to play Division I college tennis. I remember how hard we worked on perfecting all his foundational strokes, as well as developing his repertoire of special shots. Yet, whenever I would say, “Let’s go practice some magic—let’s invent and create on the court,” he would light up with joy. I am convinced that it was in those very moments that he ignited the incredible passion for tennis that he possesses to this day.
Coach Jose
Team Tenorio
TENORIO TENNIS ACADEMY

So much FUN teaching my next minichamp the Check Republican Stella. I can see a good aura in this kid. Today for the first time ever she rallied 2 balls in the row, also, when I ask her: what is the MOST important stroke in tennis ? She now says SERVES and she already does serves with a toss as well and she is loving it. We are developing her from scratch and we must continue doing these key ingredients: Consistency, discipline, creativity, dedication, motor skills games, coordination games, movement games, jumping games, jumping ropes, throwing/ catching games, competition fun games, spacing, laughter and keep laughing louder must be mandatory at her age. Also, I think her mama is happy because Stella is having so much fun playing tennis and she is loving it. Vamosssss!!!
Coach Jose / Team Tenorio/ Tenorio Tennis Academy.

Juniors Programs.
The primary consideration before initiating instruction and development of children under 12 is: Parental education in sports.
It is essential because it lays the foundation for a harmonious relationship between player, coach, and parent, built on trust and loyalty. The role of parents is crucial, as we require their support during the developmental years, focusing not only on cultivating their children’s athletic abilities but also their character. However, this involvement must be healthy and balanced. As a Head Tennis Teaching Professional for Junior Programs, it is my responsibility to educate parents on how to observe their children during practices and tournaments. Not all parents will adopt this approach, and some may exhibit excessive enthusiasm, which can be detrimental. Fortunately, many parents trust our methodology, and their children are thriving. Nevertheless, I must admit that I have had to discontinue working with some parents to maintain a conducive environment for all stakeholders, including students, parents, and coaches. Our Developmental Approach prioritizes the holistic development of the individual, aiming to produce ‘champions of life’ rather than solely focusing on creating elite athletes through early specialization and intense training, typically commencing in late adolescence. The community-based Tenorio Tennis philosophy has proven highly effective in producing top-level athletes in our area, fostering a diverse talent base system.
Coach Jose
Team Tenorio
Tenorio Tennis Academy

Playing tennis isn’t for everyone because it demands time, patience, and a slow learning process—something that’s hard to find these days. But that’s precisely what makes it special: it doesn’t offer quick results, but rather invites you on an intimate journey, made up of small advances and discoveries. Its beauty lies in perseverance, in the mix of frustration and satisfaction that arises when a shot finally lands after many attempts. More than a sport popular in terms of numbers, tennis is popular in the hearts of those who choose it, for its intensity and authenticity. It teaches you to listen to yourself, to persevere, and to grow without rushing. In a world of instant gratification, tennis offers depth, something almost no one chooses but that would be healthy for everyone to find.
Team Tenorio
Coach Jose Tenorio
Tenorio Tennis Academy
Making a difference on introducing
tennis to kids under 12s.