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Ben Wolfe
As the founder of Castle Rock Tennis and a mental toughness specialist, Coach Ben bridges the gap between physical skill and mental performance. His coaching teaches athletes how to play their best tennis when it matters most, while building a foundation of emotional strength that lasts a lifetime.
Don Kulek
Don and his wife moved to Castle Rock last year after a 25 year full time tennis teaching career in New York. He is a certified USPTA Elite Pro and has taught adults and juniors ranging in levels from beginner to D1 College. Don focuses on proper mechanics, footwork and timing while maximizing fun while learning. Don’s private lesson rate is $70/hr.
Derek Niehus
Derek has been involved with tennis for over 30 years. As a certified PTR instructor, he worked with juniors and adults while teaching at Van der Meer Tennis University, followed by coaching high school tennis for two seasons. He has qualified for and competed at the National level on four occasions as an adult, and, as a junior, he reached the State semi-finals on two occasions. He focuses on technique, running drills and doubles play. Derek’s private lesson rate is $70/hr.
Matthew Morine
Matthew has a passion for bringing out the best in young people. He understands the need for fun combined with competitive play. As a former boxer, chess champion, 14ers finisher and two time Denver City Tennis Champion, he understands the discipline that is required to excel. Matthew will help inspire confidence, improve technique and fortify a winning mindset on and off the court. Matthew's private lesson rate is $60/hr.
Shawn Shenton
Shawn has lived in Castle Rock for 15 years. He started playing tennis when he was 5 and played through College. He has coached ages 8 to adult for 4 years, which includes over 2 years at Portage Northern High School in Michigan and into his second year at Castle View High School. Shawn specializes in game strategy for winning. Shawn's private lesson rate is $60/hr.
Mike Salokas
Mike is a PTR Certified Tennis Professional and former New York Yankees minor leaguer with over 17 years of coaching experience. A former Coach of the Year and State Championship-winning varsity coach, Mike specializes in building solid foundations through a mix of fundamentals, strategy, and fitness. He offers individual and group lessons in the Castle Rock area for $60/hr.