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Our tennis facilities consist of 9 tennis courts including 5 clay courts. All courts are lighted to enjoy evening play.
Our dedicated tennis professionals deliver the following high quality programs:
After School Junior Programs (ages 5-17)
Scooby Doo (6 and Under)
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
4:00 - 5:00PM
Saturdays
9:00 0 10:00AM
Beginners
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
5:00-6:00PM
Saturdays
10:00 - 11:00AM
Advanced
Monday - Friday
4:00 - 6:00PM
The program aims to make tennis a fun and positive experience for every player, and to develop well balanced athletes.
Adult Clinics
(1 1/2 hours, 3 or more participants)
Beginner Men
Mondays 6:30 - 8:00PM
Beginner Ladies
Tuesday 9:00 - 10:30AM
Thursday 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Advanced Men
Wednesdays 6:30 - 8:00PM
Advanced Ladies
Tuesdays 6:30 - 8:00PM
Wednesdays 9:00 - 10:30PM
- Stroke production drills.
- Singles and doubles strategy.
Club Leagues (members only)
-Singles and doubles
Men 3.5
Men 4.0
Men 4.5
Women 3.5
Women 4.0
Following every league we celebrate with a member barbeque and awards ceremony.
NEW! Tenni - cize for adults!
Tuesdays: 6:30 - 8:00PM
Satursdays: 9:00AM - 10:30
Round Robins
Parent/ child
Mixed doubles
Singles
Summer Junior Tennis Camps (ages 5-17)
Half day: 9am – 12pm
Full day: 9am – 3pm
Player groups are assigned according to age, level of play, motivation, physical development and individual goals.
- Fun and games.
- From beginner to advanced.
Corporate Round Robins
Racket Service including stringing are available.
For information call: 305 820 8025 Ext. 3450
INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF TENNIS @ Shula’s Athletic ClubAustralian, Bob Butterfield has been in the academy arena for more than 30 years. His International Academy of Tennis is now headquartered in Miami Lakes, Florida. The location allows easy access, with Miami International Airport close by. Based at Shula’s Athletic Club, the academy offers a well balanced program for the serious player. Quality tennis instruction is complimented by a daily fitness regimen. With both clay and hard courts, players are able to practice on different surfaces. An abundance of Junior USTA tournaments in the Miami area means players are able to compete within a short drive from the club. Shula’s Athletic Club offers a wide range of fitness classes, plus a full service spa. Miami Lakes is a short distance from many amenities in the Miami area, but maintains a village atmosphere. Located adjacent to the Athletic Club is Don Shula’s Hotel and Golf Club.
Bob, alongside international coach Paulo Hexsel, and their team of coaches provide a caring atmosphere of fun and camaraderie. While leading students through a system that motivates players to perform to their potential and prepare for competitive tennis, on local, national, international junior, college and professional levels; staff members encourage players to meet their goals.
The year round program prepares players for top level tournaments and college tennis. College placement is a service that the academy is able to provide. Students have received scholarships to NCAA and NAIA colleges. With a large network of institutions, players are matched to a college that suits their interest. While at the academy, students are housed with local families, in a home environment.
In our efforts to touch the lives of each of our students, we create an atmosphere where every player is given the opportunity to reach their potential as an athlete and as a well rounded individual. The mixing of cultures and nationalities, gives each participant a chance to gain knowledge about the wider world and understanding that while we come from different backgrounds, we are all the same. Pursuing our dreams and using the sport of tennis to better learn about each other.
Contacts:
Bob Butterfield (Tennis Director) Originally from Australia, Bob is recognized as one of the most prominent national and international coaches in the U.S. With more than a 30 year coaching career, Bob has coached players on the ATP and WTA tours and was protégé of the great Harry Hopman, serving as Head Professional at Harry Hopman International Tennis.
Bobs reputation as a world-class coach comes from his ability to get the most out of each player’s ability and take them to their maximum potential. With discipline, motivation and positive reinforcement, Bob encourages his students to reach higher than they had believed possible.
He is also able to assist with college placement through his extensive network of college coaches. Having placed many players with tennis scholarships to Universities, Bob has given many players the opportunity to gain college degrees.
E-mail:Bob.Butterfield@donshulahotel.com
Paulo Hexsel (Head Professional) For the past 8 years Paulo has been coaching and developing junior players of all ages, for Bob Butterfield’s International Academy of Tennis. He has guided many junior players on a path to ITF, USTA National and college levels.
A native of Brazil, Paulo played his competitive junior tennis in Brazil and South America, reaching high Brazilian junior rankings. His playing experience included playing professional level tournaments throughout South America. His capabilities earned him a Division 1 college scholarship to play for University of Tennessee, Martin. Arriving at UT Martin with little English, Paulo went on to gain a Masters in Business Administration and a command of the English language.
Paulo brings his knowledge and experience as a touring pro and Division 1 college player to the junior program at Shula’s Athletic Club. He has an eye for identifying and developing the talents of each player, and connects with each of his students to bring out their best potential. Paulo enjoys passing on his experiences and wisdom to the students and guiding them toward a satisfying career on the tennis courts and college education.
Although a great deal of Paulo’s time has been spent working with juniors, he enjoys the clinics and social activities involving adult players. To bring a beginner group from not knowing anything about the game to a group that enjoys competition is extremely rewarding. Watching the progress and excitement adults achieve in a short period of time is rewarding. Paulo is always ready to talk tennis; your game, the pro’s game, rules, stroke production, whatever you have on your mind.
An enthusiastic, positive and knowledgeable professional Paulo is eager to develop the game and tennis experience of your entire family.
E-mail: paulo.hexsel@donshulahotel.com
Alexander Bilotti (Staff Professional) Alex started teaching tennis at age 16 in Argentina. He worked with athletes as well as students of the Argentina School of Tennis and Wheelchair. Alex has been certified as a Professional Tennis Coach with the PTR for over 15 years. In addition to his certification, Alex is a member of the United States Tennis Association (USTA) and speaks several languages: French, Spanish, English. Alex has been teaching tennis to our members at Shula's Athletic club for over nine years (since 2001) and absolutely loves it! He is still vety active in tournaments and was recently ranked in the TOP TEN in the state of Florida in the Men's 40 division.
E-mail alexanderbilotti@gmail.com
Agustine Trotti (Staff Professional)Agustin started playing tennis at 5 years old and has continued throughout his life. In high school he played for the #1 rank at Barbra Goleman, placing second in district finals in both his Junior and Senior Years. The majority of his training was done right here at Shula's Athletic Club. For the past three years he has been an instructor for both Summer Tennis Camp and After School Junior Tennis Programs at the club. He hopes to continue working with the kids for many years to come.
Max Fomine(Staff Professional)Following graduation from MSU in 2004, Fomine relocated to Hilton Head, S.C., to teach private tennis lessons at Smith & Stearn Tennis Academy at Sea Pines Resort. While in South Carolina, Fomine had the opportunity to work with tennis legend Stan Smith. Prior to returning to his alma mater in January 2006, Fomine also spent time instructing at the Ontario Racquet Club in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, where he gave private lessons, developed exercise programs and organized youth tennis camps. A letter winner on the MSU men's tennis team from 2001-04, Fomine played under former State men's tennis head coach Sylvain Guichard and Andy Jackson. In his junior year, he was ranked as high as 84th in the national singles rankings, while registering a team high 22 singles wins. Donning the maroon and white, Fomine was also named to the SEC Academic Honor Roll twice. Fomine's other credentials include being a former hitting partner for tennis pros Jennifer Capriati and Chanda Rubin, along with being ranked 14th at the 2000 Canadian Men's Open in his pre-MSU days. The Teraspol, Moldova native (former USSR) fled with his family to Canada in December 1993 when the Russian-Moldovian civil war broke out in his home country. The family settled in Toronto, where he was raised and where the family still resides. The European native is fluent in five languages, including Russian, Polish, Ukrainian, Yugoslavian and English. Prior to his collegiate playing days, Fomine prepped at Philip Popcock Secondary Catholic School in Toronto. He also finished second on the Nike and Rolex circuits, winning over 50 tournaments between the two tours.
We welcome Max to the Shula’s Tennis Department. Stop by and talk tennis with him!
Shula’s Athletic Club 15150 Bull Run Road Miami Lakes, Florida 33014
