Junior Fitness Classes
Full Body Strength & Conditioning
A Full Body Strength & Conditioning Group class for junior tennis players is designed to develop total athletic performance on and off the court. Players build strength, endurance, speed, and coordination through a variety of age-appropriate exercises and dynamic drills. The program focuses on improving overall fitness, enhancing movement quality, and supporting powerful, controlled tennis strokes. With an emphasis on proper technique and injury prevention, this class helps young athletes become stronger, faster, and more resilient competitors.
Junior Class
Available Sessions
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Class Rate
$20
Member
$35
Non-Member
Power & Stability
A Power and Stability Group class for junior tennis players focuses on building the physical foundation needed for strong, consistent performance on the court. Players develop explosive power for serves and groundstrokes while improving balance, core strength, and body control. Through age-appropriate drills, movement training, and strength exercises, athletes learn how to move efficiently, stay stable during shots, and reduce injury risk. This class helps young players become more confident, coordinated, and resilient competitors.
Junior Class
Available Sessions
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Class Rate
$20
Member
$35
Non-Member
Speed & Agility
A Speed & Agility Group Class for Junior Tennis Players focuses on improving quickness, footwork, balance, and reaction time through fun, tennis-specific drills. Players develop faster court movement, better coordination, and stronger athletic foundations to help them perform more effectively during matches.
Junior Class
Available Sessions
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Class Rate
$20
Member
$35
Non-Member
Strength & Mobility
A Strength & Mobility Group class for junior tennis players helps build a strong, flexible, and well-balanced body to support performance on the court. Players focus on developing functional strength, improving range of motion, and enhancing joint stability through age-appropriate exercises and movement drills. The class emphasizes proper technique, injury prevention, and efficient movement, helping young athletes move more freely, recover faster, and play with greater control and confidence.
Junior Class
Available Sessions
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Class Rate
$20
Member
$35
Non-Member
Our Coaches & Fitness Professionals
Our world-class coaching team is composed of highly experienced, certified professionals dedicated to helping players of all levels elevate their game. Through a personalized, tailored approach, our coaches focus on developing each player’s unique strengths while guiding them toward their individual goals.
Yhale is the Owner and Managing Partner of The TAOU. He also owns Oʻahu Tennis Academy, Kauaʻi Sports Academy, Oʻahu Sports Academy, Island Sports Academy, and the Oʻahu Tennis Association across the Hawaiian Islands.
Yhale has competed in numerous ITF Pro Circuit and USTA Pro Circuit events, as well as multiple junior tournaments around the world. He is the developer of the Core Four System™. Throughout his career, Yhale has coached many players to the ATP and WTA Tours, as well as NCAA Division I scholarship athletes, USTA nationally ranked juniors, and ITF-ranked juniors. His core passion is developing players through a structured pathway, fast-tracking their progress with a tailored approach designed to produce results at every level of the game.
Yhale is a graduate of UCLA and a certified tennis professional with RSPA and PTR. He holds USTA Sports Science Level II certification and is recognized as a USTA High Performance Elite Tennis Coach. He is also an ITF Certified High Performance Professional, a PTR Certified Level 1 Professional, and an RSPA Elite Tennis Coach and Master Pro Candidate.
Available for private lessons.
- Born and raised in South Africa, Jordan Coutinho has a strong background in both tennis and academics
- Achieved a top junior ranking of No. 8 in South Africa
- Selected to compete in the National Junior Master Championship
- Won ITF Singles and Doubles titles in Botswana
- Reached a career-high ITF ranking of 444
- Traveled extensively across Southern Africa and Europe on the junior circuit, including training in Mallorca, Spain
- Earned a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Professional Sales from Weber State University
- Began his coaching career in South Africa and continued at Northeast Mississippi Tennis Academy and the Country Club of Darien in Connecticut
- RSPA Certified Tennis Professional
Certifications:
- Tennis Serve Specialist Certification (April 2020)
- Professional Pickleball Registry Certified Professional (December 2019)
- United States Professional Tennis Association Elite Professional (September 2019)- Now called RSPA-Racquet Sports Professionals Association
- International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association Certified Professional (May 2019)
- United States Professional Tennis Association Certified Professional (November 2018)- Now called RSPA-Racquet Sports Professionals Association
- Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, California State University, Fullerton (December 2014)
Brief Tennis Background:
- Extensive experience as Head Tennis Professional and Junior Matchplay Coordinator at Seth Korey Tennis Academy (February 2022-May 2025)
- Background in teaching both private and group lessons, and coordinating junior and adult tennis programs in California, Arizona, and now Utah.
- Attend multiple Coaches trainings and events throughout the year to learn from the best.
- Played high school and college tennis in Southern California.
- Coached high school tennis in California.
- Coached middle school tennis in Arizona.
- Born and raised in Venezuela, Gaby developed a strong competitive tennis background
- Ranked No. 1 in Venezuela, top 10 in South America, and top 800 on the ITF Junior Circuit
- Trained at world-renowned academies, including the Chris Evert Tennis Academy in Boca Raton, as well as academies in Argentina and Texas
- Played NCAA Division I tennis at Stephen F. Austin State University
- Held the No. 1 position on her college team from sophomore through senior year
- Directed university tennis summer camps, developing and inspiring young players from across the country
- Earned a bachelor’s degree in International Business and a master’s in Public Administration
- Served as a graduate assistant coach for the SFA tennis team
- Currently based in Utah and works with Layton City Parks and Recreation, combining her passion for tennis and community recreation
- RSPA Certified Tennis Professional
- Raised in Ogden, Utah; began tennis at age 5 at the Ogden Athletic Club
- Trained at multiple clubs across the Wasatch Front
- Competed in USTA Level 3–4 sectional tournaments throughout the Intermountain region
- Ranked top 10 in Utah and top 25 in Intermountain (Girls 12s–18s, 2015–2022)
- Winner of the 2017 G14s Grand Prix Point Challenge
- Played #1 Varsity singles all four years at Farmington High School (6A) under Coach Kristina Maggio (former BYU player)
- Traveled nationwide for college recruiting before choosing to stay in-state
- Attends the University of Utah on a full-ride academic scholarship
- Current junior double majoring in biology and health policy; preparing for the MCAT
- Assistant coach at BYU summer tennis camps under Head Coach Holly Hasler
- Head coach for the Utah Youth Tennis program
- RSPA Certified Tennis Professional
- Available for coaching and lessons
- Born and raised in Riverton, Utah, with a strong early passion for sports, especially football
- Began playing tennis in high school and quickly developed a deep passion for the game
- Largely self-taught, gaining unique insight by acting as his own coach
- Brings a player-centered perspective to development based on personal experience
- Worked as a Tennis Pro at Cottonwood Country Club, coaching players of all ages and skill levels—from toddlers to beginners in their 80s to state champion high school athletes
- Played Varsity Singles during his final two years of high school
- Helped lead his team to a #4 finish at the 6A State Championship in his senior year
- Currently ranked among Utah’s top players: top 45 in singles and top 25 in doubles
- Junior at Utah State University, pursuing a double major in Exercise Science and Sports Nutrition
- Emphasizes a holistic approach to tennis performance, focusing on training, health, and overall well-being
- RSPA Certified Tennis Professional
- Available for lessons through the Tennis Academy of Utah (TAOU)
With over 27 years of experience in sports medicine and outpatient physical therapy, Jon Rhodes, DPT, is dedicated to improving patient outcomes through innovative, evidence-based care. As the founder of Rhodes Physical Therapy in Farmington, UT, Jon established the clinic in 2016 with a vision to integrate cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art equipment to enhance the rehabilitation process.
Jon’s commitment to excellence in physical therapy is reflected not only in his clinic but also in his continuous pursuit of knowledge. He holds a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Regis University (2009), a Master’s of Physical Therapy from the University of Colorado, and a Master’s of Business Administration with a focus on marketing from Troy State University. Jon also earned a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology from Brigham Young University.
As a clinician, Jon specializes in sports medicine, specifically working with golfers and tennis players, utilizing the latest advancements in physical therapy to help patients recover faster and return to their active lives. He is constantly adding the newest technologies and treatment methods to Rhodes Physical Therapy to ensure his athletes receive the best care possible.
