Eduard Khan Founder of ESTA, Tennis coach
Eduard was born in Russia. Since the age of 8 his only passion in life is tennis. He is trying to pass this passion on to a new generation by creating a unique Tennis facility, where everyone can feel themselves excel.
David Barragan Tennis Director
David Barragan has been the Director of the ESTA Tennis Academy since 2017. He is Colombian and speaks fluent Spanish, English and German. David started playing tennis when he was five years old and competed in junior tournaments all over the east coast since he was seven. His highest ranking was #9 in the North Carolina Junior Boys’ 18’s division. During his four years as #1 on the East Mecklenburg High School tennis team in Charlotte, North Carolina, David was voted Most Valuable Player, was Team Captain and All-Conference. He was awarded the North Carolina High School Athletic Association State Participation Award in 2003, 2004 and 2005.
Certifications:
- USPTA Certified Professional Tennis Instructor
- CPR&AED Certified
Gabriela Garces Tennis Coach
Gabriela came to the United States in 2014, where she found out her passion for teaching tennis and started focused education to be a tennis instructor. This helped her to start coaching in different academies and clubs where she gained a lot of experience.
Currently she is an energetic and enthusiastic PTR Professional Tennis Coach and Pickleball Instructor with experience in Junior and Adult Development.
Today, her philosophy is to make tennis an inside and outside growth experience for people of all ages at ESTA Tennis Academy.
Certifications:
- PTR 10&Under Professional PTR
- 11 to 17 Instructor
- PTR Adult Development Professional
- PPR Pickleball Instructor
Mavlonbek Kuchkarov Tennis Coach
Coach Mavlon was born in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Tennis has always been his passion since he started this sport at 6 years old. He has achieved great results as a junior player at National tournaments and participated in many ITF tournaments.
Once he received his Bachelor’s degree at Uzbekistan State University of physical education and sports, he decided to become a world-class tennis coach. He is pursuing this dream every day. Coach Mavlon has worked with many students of pro level around the world. Today, he is dedicated to grow world-class tennis players at ESTA Tennis Academy.
Certifications:
- Certified as a Tennis Coach by International Tennis Federation (ITF)
- Certified by PTR “Professional Tennis Registry” has complete all requirements for PTR
- Certification 11 to 17 Performance.
- Jacques Rogge- President of the Olympic Committee certifies that Mr. Mavlonbek Kuchkarov has taken part in the Olympic Solidarity “Technical Course for Coaches in tennis (Level-2) held from June 19 to 29, 2012 in Tashkent under the auspices of the National Olympic of Uzbekistan.
- Certified of attendance Mr. Mavlonbek Kuchkarov in ITF Asian Regional Coaches Conference which held from 7-10 November 2012 Bangkok, Thailand
Alex Ananchenkov Fitness Coach
Coach Mavlon was born in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Tennis has always been his passion since he started this sport at 6 years old. He has achieved great results as a junior player at National tournaments and participated in many ITF tournaments.
Once he received his Bachelor’s degree at Uzbekistan State University of physical education and sports, he decided to become a world-class tennis coach. He is pursuing this dream every day. Coach Mavlon has worked with many students of pro level around the world. Today, he is dedicated to grow world-class tennis players at ESTA Tennis Academy.
Certifications:
- Spectrum Sports Performance (400 hours)
- NASM Kids
- CPR
Founder of ESTA, Tennis coach
Eduard was born in Russia. Since the age of 8 his only passion in life is tennis. He is trying to pass this passion on to a new generation by creating a unique Tennis facility, where everyone can feel themselves excel.
Tennis Director
Certifications:
USPTA Certified Professional Tennis Instructor
CPR&AED Certified
David Barragan has been the Director of the ESTA Tennis Academy since 2017. He is Colombian and speaks fluent Spanish, English and German. David started playing tennis when he was five years old and competed in junior tournaments all over the east coast since he was seven. His highest ranking was #9 in the North Carolina Junior Boys’ 18’s division. During his four years as #1 on the East Mecklenburg High School tennis team in Charlotte, North Carolina, David was voted Most Valuable Player, was Team Captain and All-Conference. He was awarded the North Carolina High School Athletic Association State Participation Award in 2003, 2004 and 2005.
Tennis Coach
Gabriela came to the United States in 2014, where she found out her passion for teaching tennis and started focused education to be a tennis instructor. This helped her to start coaching in different academies and clubs where she gained a lot of experience.
Currently she is an energetic and enthusiastic PTR Professional Tennis Coach and Pickleball Instructor with experience in Junior and Adult Development.
Today, her philosophy is to make tennis an inside and outside growth experience for people of all ages at ESTA Tennis Academy.
Certifications:
PTR 10&Under Professional PTR
11 to 17 Instructor
PTR Adult Development Professional
PPR Pickleball Instructor
Tennis Coach
Coach Mavlon was born in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Tennis has always been his passion since he started this sport at 6 years old. He has achieved great results as a junior player at National tournaments and participated in many ITF tournaments.
Once he received his Bachelor’s degree at Uzbekistan State University of physical education and sports, he decided to become a world-class tennis coach. He is pursuing this dream every day. Coach Mavlon has worked with many students of pro level around the world. Today, he is dedicated to grow world-class tennis players at ESTA Tennis Academy.
Certifications:
Certified as a Tennis Coach by International Tennis Federation (ITF)
Certified by PTR “Professional Tennis Registry” has complete all requirements for PTR Certification 11 to 17 Performance.
Jacques Rogge- President of the Olympic Committee certifies that Mr. Mavlonbek Kuchkarov has taken part in the Olympic Solidarity “Technical Course for Coaches in tennis (Level-2) held from June 19 to 29, 2012 in Tashkent under the auspices of the National Olympic of Uzbekistan.
Certified of attendance Mr. Mavlonbek Kuchkarov in ITF Asian Regional Coaches Conference which held from 7-10 November 2012 Bangkok, Thailand
Fitness Coach
Coach Alex was born in Saint Petersburg, Russia. He has moved to Florida at age 16. Coach Alex always had a passion for Sports since childhood. Alex has achieved Bachelor’s Degree in Sport & Exercises science from UCF. His background in sports is 4 years of Track & Field and 9 years of weightlifting and fitness. He also practices Brazilain Jiu Jitsu and currently holds a purple belt. Alex’s coaching philosophy is based on quality rather than quantity. “Master the basics and you will achieve greatness”
Certifications:
Spectrum Sports Performance (400 hours)
NASM Kids
CPR
