| "Val Stoiana improves your tennis and
keeps the fun factor in the game. He is truly knowledgeable and knows how to
bring your tennis to a completely new level. If there is anything bad I
could say about him it would be that there aren't more Val's out in the
tennis world." Niclas Ingamarsson |
Always gives clear instruction and cheerfully. Offers fine
tips. Keeps on top of my playing. E mails tennis guides...This is very helpful also. Charlotte Chamberlin |
I thought it was great. I learned a lot in such a short
time. Josephine Ferry |
| Val is a very creative, energetic tennis coach. We work on
various aspects of the game and his directions are always precise and to the
point for each person. He knows his clients strengths and weaknesses well
and works on fine tuning at every session. Linda F. Kroha |
100% improvement in my tennis game alicia bennett |
Val, You make learning how to play tennis FUN! You have the
right balance of patience and determination...that which allows me to
continue making the same mistakes knowing that eventually I will get it
right and become a better player. Leslie Bacigalupi |
| Val, I am so pleased with what you have shown me. You are
always ready to answer and show myself and the group any questions we have.
You have taught me to learn tennis while having a great time. I enjoy very
much having you as my pro. And look so forward to our lesson every week.
Thankyou for a great time. Pat Kelley |
I enjoyed the lessons and the fact that everyone seemed to
be at slightly different levels but it still worked out. I had not played in
several years and it was a nice way to get back into the game pam curley |
A wonderful learning experience for this novice player. Benefited greatly from personalized attention in a group setting. Laura Lawhon |
| Val, you have a wonderful international presence, and you
provide minute to minute feedback, while you are with a group of players.
This is rare, I believe. Gloria Filippo |
Val is an incisive technician who pinpoints your weaknesses
(and strengths) and steadily improves them. His methods are very effective,
and he's a pleasure to work with. Joe Godfrey |
I've truly enjoyed playing tennis these past months. I feel
that in such a short time I have learned so much and continue to get a good
workout whenever I play. I like getting the instant feedback when a shot I
make is not hit properly. You have a good eye Val for seeing what the
problem is; whether the ball was hit too hard, soft, high,low, on the sweet
spot or not. It's very helpful to hear right away what needs to be changed
so that I can work on it right then. Also, even though the groups talents
are all different, you do a great job of keeping everyone on the ball. I've
really enjoyed playing tennis and hope this aging body will serve me well!
Michelle Geary |
| You make learning the game of tennis fun and keep it
interesting by focusing each class on something specific and different from
the prior week to be sure everyone can learn all aspects of the game.
Amy Gulick |
I have been taught by Val for the past year. I was a college
tennis player whose game was definitely "rusty". I had not played with any
regularity and wanted to get my game back to a solid level. Val encouraged
me to add topspin to my forehand helping me to stay competitive with higher
level players. I was very pleased because over the summer I made it to the
finals in the LWCC ladies singles and doubles. Hopefully, I will continue to
improve in terms of my tennis results with more practice. susan cannizzaro |
Val is a great instructor with lots of patience and humor,
but also great knowledge and love of the game of tennis. He encourages you
while offering tips to help you improve your technique at whatever level
you're at. I would highly recommend him. Lynn Zelem |
| Val not only teaches tennis fundamentals but he includes
strategy and ways to 'think' about playing the game that help improve player
performance at any level. I also appreciate that Val takes a 'cardio'
approach to his lessons, because when I'm through with a session I know that
I had a great'work out' in addition to (trying to) master the game of
tennis. Kelly Haskins
|
A positive experience all around. I got to play some good
tennis a couple of times a week. It had been a long time (since high school)
that I was able to play as often. I also learned good techniques that I
continue to use (such as continental grip for volleys, overheads and serves
(although I do not get to serve much when I play in the clinics). Laura King |
I learn a lot and it's fun
jan wildman |
| Val is wonderful. Aftwer starting just 4 months
ago, I feel I have learned a lot and now am able to play tennis with my
husband.
Michelene Todd
|
The experience has been great, I'm a better
tennis player because of you Val, and I'm having a great time too! Thanks so
much for your guidance and patience. Becky Dooley |
I never thought at this age that I would be
able to learn the sport of tennis and enjoy it. Val has been a consistent
encouraging force, always positive but able to comment on the areas that
need work. He is able to do this in a manner that makes anyone feels at ease
while learning.The clinics vary in attendance and whether it is 4 or 7
week, Val keeps the drills running smoothly and everyone is challenged,
never bored. In addition Val maintains good contact through his special email tips. I have a long way to go but this has been a very special and worthwhile experience. Jane Hinkle |