The Tennis Professionals Association’s number one priority is to provide quality services to every one of our members. To ensure we are providing services you find beneficial and to get more feedback from you we have put together a short survey. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and let us know what you think. All participants will be entered into a draw to win 1 of 3 prizes: TPA Tracksuit (1) and TPA Polo (2)

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/TPAMembershipSurvey2011
Featured Interview
Meeting Andre Labelle, U12 National Coach

This video features an interview with Andre Labelle, who talks about the National Program athletes, the importance of school and the U12 International Level.

Please click here to access the file.
Interviews Page
Featured Video
Tennisplayer.net - The Modern Pro Slice: Spin Levels - free for a limited time!

For a limited time, all TPA members can view a recent article from tennisplayer.net on the Modern Pro Slice. Upgrade your membership to level 2 to receive access to thousands of additional articles and videos today!

To view the story absolutely free click here.
Articles Page
Featured Video
Robert Lansdorp Presents During the 2011 TPA Conference (Part 2 of 3)

The following video was taken from Robert Lansdorp's presentation during the 2011 TPA National Conference on February 24, in Toronto at the Rexall Centre.

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Videos Page
Latest Progressive Tennis Info
Merchant of Tennis now Official Progressive Tennis Equipment Retailer in Canada

Please inform the parents of kids in your programming how easy it is to now purchase the necessary equipment needed for their children including racquets, balls and apparel.

Click here to be directed to the Merchant of Tennis website.
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Featured Product
1/2 Court (RED) Ball

This ball is great for youngsters as it is slightly bigger than a regular ball and doesn’t bounce as high which helps facilitate longer rallies.

What are the TPA Awards?

Coach of the Year.  The recipient of this honour must be a coach who has demonstrated the highest standards in the coaching of players and/or teams, displayed not only through their accomplishments, but in their character as well.

Pro of the Year.  This award is presented to the TPA Professional who has displayed the highest standard of conduct and service to tennis both on and off the court.

Facility of the Year.  This award recognizes the tennis facility which demonstrates a commitment to the promotion of tennis and is supportive of the TPA by hiring TPA active and certified instructors, coaches, or club professionals.

Course Facilitator, Excellence Award.  Presented to a TPA Course Facilitator who has consistently demonstrated excellence in the area of delivery of Certification courses in Canada. Areas of consideration include: promotion of the TPA and the Certification program; engagement in professional development opportunities; training and development of future course facilitators; excellence in standard of delivery; and the upgrading of Certification related materials/delivery; the number of Certification courses delivered.

TPA Distinguished Service Award.  This award is presented to a TPA certified member (coach/professional/community leader) who has provided significant leadership, excellence and dedication to Tennis in Canada. This individual has contributed to the profession over an extended period of time (minimum 10 years).

The Excellence awards highlight the outstanding dedication and accomplishments made by those in the Canadian tennis development and coaching community.

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award winners

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nomination form

Latest TPA News
TPA Hosts last TPA-TDC Workshops of 2011
The Tennis Professionals Association (TPA) held our last TPA-TDC High Performance workshops of 2011 during the month of October in Montreal, Toronto, Edmonton and Calgary.
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TPA hits 2,500 members
The Tennis Professionals Association (TPA) hit a huge milestone on Tuesday as Stephane Conquet, a coach from Montreal, Que., became its 2,500th member.
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2011 TPA Excellence Awards & Gary Caron Scholarship – Nominations Now Open!
Submit your nominations for the 2011 TPA Excellence awards today! Applications are also being accepted for the 2012 Gary Caron TPA Scholarship.
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2012 TPA/PTR Road Show
The 2nd annual TPA/PTR Road Show will be visiting Vancouver, Ottawa and Montreal on January 31, February 2, and February 3, 2012. Each workshop will count as a recertification opportunity and will be delivered by Larry Jurovich and Dan Santorum.
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2011 TPA/TDC High Performance Coaching Workshop - October 20, Rexall Centre, Toronto
The Tennis Professionals Association (TPA) is proud to present a TPA/TDC workshop that will focus on preparing players for competition.
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Other
Cardio Tennis: Heart-Pumping Fitness - This website introduces "Cardio Tennis", which is a new program combining tennis and cardio. Cardio Tennis involves warm-up cardio workout, and cool down phases. It is a great new way to get into shape.

Cardio Tennis News - click here

Cardio tennis articles - click here

Tennis Industry Association Newsletter - click here
Tennis Europe News - July 2011
The latest issue of Tennis Europe's regular newsletter has been published.

Inside this edtion:
  • Romania & Russia win 14 & Under Summer Cups titles
  • Czech Republic & Germany challenge for European Tennis Trophy
  • European Outdoor Seniors Championships
  • Djokovic & Kvitova claim Wimbledon titles
  • ITF/Tennis Europe 16 & Under Touring Teams
  • European Junior Championships preview
  • plus all the usual Tennis Europe Junior Tour news, rankings and results...
Click here to access the newsletter.
International Tennis Federation
Coaching and Sport Science Review (Latest Edition - No. 52)
ITF Wheelchair Tennis Coaches Review - Issue 16
Latest Play and Stay Update
Federer Used Slow Balls as a Child
ITF Monthly E-Mail Newsletter for Coaches