Meet Josue Medina
Hi, my name is Josue Medina. I’m from Venezuela and I received me bachelors degree in Business Management, and currently an Assistant Tennis Professional at FM Tennis Academy, River Plantation Sports Park location.
I have been playing tennis since 2007, I started playing tournaments around Venezuela when I was 10 years old in the 12 years old category, while playing in that category I reached my highest ranking which was 30th in the national league, and two years later I went to a tennis camp in Madrid, Spain. During my time there I spent 3 weeks at the Tennis Total Academy by Miguel Ángel Verón Armiñana, which was a great opportunity to learn and gain more experience with my game.
Shortly after, I started playing international tournaments such as COSAT and ITF in South America until when I was 16 years old.
Unfortunately, I had to stop playing tournaments due to the political climate in Venezuela, my family and I had to leave the country where we moved to Peru. Once we were settled I started playing again and working at the Tennis Academy County Club de Buenos Aires, by Juan Carlos Vázquez Ramos for 3 years.
Currently, I have been actively coaching with FM Tennis Academy, where I’ve been doing my best to share my values and knowledge, with everyone who wants to learn how play the sport what I love and gave me a lot of opportunities to be a great person inside or outside of the tennis courts. Please reach out if you are interested in lessons, I’d love to connect and work together to meet your goals.
Anew Chiropractic with Dr. Yael
Meet Dr. Yael Gurwitz, with Anew Chiropractic. Their team of professionals is here to support you with adjustments, and navigating injuries to get you back on the court quicker.
Meet Dr. Yael with Anew Chiropractic one of our partners with FM Tennis. Check out their practice if you are struggling with a nagging injury or just need regular maintenance.
Dr. Yael Gurwitz-Elkin received her bachelor degree in science from University of Delaware in 2003 and doctorate degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida in 2006. Dr. Gurwitz-Elkin's passion is pre and post natal and pediatrics. She is certified through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. She also loves to work with athletes such as runners, swimmers, tri-athlon athletes and more.
She has received special certification in Webster and Graston techniques. She uses quite a few chiropractic techniques and soft tissue techniques including ART, kenesio taping, SOT, Thompson technique and more.
Dr. Gurwitz-Elkin practiced in Florida for eight years and belonged to Florida Chiropractic Association and Society. She transferred to Texas due to her husband’s job. She is a mother of two boys and enjoys doing outdoor activities with her family and traveling.
https://www.anewchiro.com
The Importance of Nutrition
Welcome to our space to share our resources with you all, as you know in sports it is so important to take care of the details when competing. Below are our nutrition partner that are located in the community that would to work with you.
Meet Melissa Hammons
At FM Tennis we value seeking experts in the community to offer our clients the best services to support their journey to reaching their goals on and off the court. Melissa is a wealth of information and can assist you with taking your game to the next level, we appreciate her perspective of intuitive eating and her vast experience of working with athletes. Reach out to her today to schedule a free consultation for your nutrition needs.
Melissa is your energetic, fun, supportive coach/teacher/counselor/friend. She is a fighter and and a survivor. Going on 22 years and strong of of overcoming a massive brain tumor and recovery. Her rehabilitation process and passion for helping others is what led her to the fitness and health & wellness profession. She holds a professional certification through NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) in Personal Training with additional certification/specializations in Corrective Exercise, Pilates Mat Science and Group Fitness Instruction.
In addition, She is a Certified Nutrition and Wellness Consultant through AFPA (American Fitness Professionals & Associates.) AFPA is nationally accredited by the American Naturopathic Medical Accreditation Board. She has been studying and working in the fitness/nutrition/wellness/health industry since 2004. She has worked in clinical and hospital settings alongside physical therapists and physicians for years.
She has an extensive background in rehabilitative exercise and mindful eating techniques. Her goal as a fitness coach and nutrition counselor is to provide the support, education, information and motivation one needs to achieve their goals for a sustainable lifestyle. Melissa is committed to helping her clients develop a healthy relationship with food, themselves and to build strong capable bodies with confidence.
https://www.melhammons.com
Meet Rachael
Hi, my name is Rachael Reed and I’m born and raised in Houston, Texas. I received me bachelors degree in Psychology and have a Master’s in Clinical Mental health, and currently an Assistant Tennis Professional at FM Tennis Academy, River Plantation Sports Park location.
I have been playing tennis since 2001 and a big part of my life has been being an athlete. I have played tennis since I was a young child and continued to be homeschooled so I could travel to events all over the world. My love for tennis has resulted in playing collegiate tennis at Baylor University and left to pursue my professional career. Currently I am apart of the travel team and work closely with our competitive athletes taking them to events all across the country.
Currently, I have been actively coaching with FM Tennis Academy, where I’ve been doing my best to share my values and knowledge, with the athletes that are in our program. Please reach out if you are interested in lessons, I’d love to connect with you!