The Sharks Tennis Program at AIS is powered by the Melbourne International Tennis School (MITS). Please see following further information regarding the program and if you have any questions, please contact aissharkstennis@mitssingapore.com
About MITS
MITS Singapore was started in 2010 by Michael Baroch, who has coached former World No. 1 and Wimbledon champion Maria Sharapova, Wimbledon finalist Mark Phillippoussis, worked with former world no 1 Ivan Lendl and Australian Davis Cup captain Tony Roche and is currently the coach of the Vietnam Davis Cup Team.
MITS Singapore was established with the intention of offering the same high level of coaching expertise, to all ages and standards to Singapore and the Asian region that is available at our Melbourne base in Australia.
MITS is excited to be the tennis provider at AIS and is looking forward to working with the AIS to build the best school program in Singapore.
Our Vision
To create an environment that player’s love to train in.
To be able to offer all components of tennis to its clients.
To be an integral aspect of community life.
To be a place that is recognised world-wide as the best place to train in Asia & Australia.
Provide the highest amount of value and service possible to all our clients.
To be recognised as the Premier Player Development Facility in Asia & Australia.
To be fair, honest, consistent and treat each member equally.
To teach not only tennis lessons, but lessons that can be transferred into life.
Our Values
Our values serve as a compass for our actions and describe how we behave in the world. MITS coaches live the values and expect all its clients to abide by our values also;
Accountability: If it is to be, it's up to me
Respect: Respect yourself, respect others
Commitment: Committed in heart and mind
Quality: What we do, we do well
Honesty: To yourself, your family, your coaches
Fun: Enjoy every minute, every session but most of all enjoy the journey
Our Philosophy
1. Develop the Person
Every athlete is a person with their own characteristics, mindsets, attitudes and passions.
Get to know your athletes and identify what motivates them and their most effective way of learning, then set the boundaries and expectations and mould them through processes to achieve their goals.
2. Develop the Athlete
Develop all athletic skills, perception, reception & co-ordination in their early years. As well as balance, movement and overall enjoyment of doing physical activity. Tennis is the byproduct of great Athleticism.
3. Develop the Tennis Player
The Final piece in the puzzle is a result of the two points above. Being a great person and super athlete it’s then a matter of fine tuning all the Technical, Tactical, Physical, Nutritional and Psychological goals of the Tennis Athlete.
Staff
MITS coaches have all been trained in the MITS coaching systems which ensures the MITS philosophy is consistent within all our products.
All MITS coaches have had extensive playing and coaching experience to ensure that all players receive quality and individual feedback.
| Shyam Vithlani | Program Director, Coach |
| Mohamad Taufiq Bin Sa'ad | Coach |
| Kyle August | Coach |
| Nikoletta Kaposzta | Coach |
| Amanda Li Wen Yeoh | Coach |
Shyam Vithlani
Shyam joined us at MITS In January 2020, originally from the UK, during his playing time he competed in the National Junior Tennis League, Schools, College and University, making the National mixed double finals. Shyam has been coaching for the past 14 years, and has a wealth of experience teaching children and adults. As well as being the Head coach at the Hampshire Court in the UK, He has also coached in the USA, Shanghai and Singapore
Top Experiences
- Head coach Totally Tennis Hampshire Court, UK
- Head of Tennis - Multisports Shanghai
- Head of Tennis - Sports4Kids, Singapore
Top Qualification
- LTA senior coach Level 4
Kyle August
Tennis Australia Junior Development Accreditation (Level 1 Tennis Coaches Australia)
- Extensive experience in delivering Tennis Australia ANZ Hot Shots Program
- Coached and travelled with nationally and internationally ranked players
- Coaching experience in Australia and New Zealand
- Played numerous ITF Junior level tournament
- Chelsea Cup Campbell’s Bay – Winner (2011 and 2012), New Zealand National Teams – Winner (2004). Reached the quarterfinals of the Australian National Clay Courts 16/U representing New Zealand Tennis
Sharks Tennis Holiday Programs
Please contact sharkssports@ais.com.sg if you have any queries.
Payment
(MITS) OCBC Current Account - 712385343001