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KĀHLĪ Tennis Academy · Cherngtalay, Phuket

Phuket tennis coaches for every stage of the game

Nine coaches. Five nations. Two former ATP Tour professionals.

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The coaching team

Somebody on this court has coached exactly you

A three year old holding a racquet for the first time. A performance junior chasing points. An adult who wants the forehand rebuilt properly. A professional preparing for the tour. Our coaching line reaches back to 1969, and it runs through all four Grand Slams.

Chapter 01

The one who sets the direction

Vision & Direction

Co-founder and Director of the Academy. He sets the vision, the standards and the culture. If you are choosing a pathway for a junior, start here.

Coach Tom, Co-Founder & Director of Academy at KĀHLĪ Tennis Academy, Phuket
Coach Tom · Great Britain

Tom AdamthwaiteCoach Tom

Co-Founder & Director of Academy · Great Britain

Sets the vision, the standards and the culture. If you are choosing a junior pathway, start with him.

LTAPTRUSPTAICIPTCA20+ years
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Tom brings over 20 years of experience in coaching and sports leadership. Qualified LTA, PTR, USPTA, ICI, and PTCA Coach. As the founder and driving force behind the academy, he sets the vision, standards, and culture that underpin every programme delivered.

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Originally from the United Kingdom, Tom previously served as Director of Sport and Regional Manager for the ALLSTARS programmes at David Lloyd Clubs, leading large coaching teams and multi-site development programmes. Since moving to Thailand in 2018, he has established a structured, high-performance environment built on clear player pathways and professional standards. Tom remains actively involved on court every day, working closely with junior players and club members while leading and mentoring his coaching team. His expertise lies in Long-Term Player Development, with a particular focus on building strong technical foundations, tactical understanding, physical literacy, and resilient mindsets. He is especially passionate about guiding junior players and supporting parents through each stage of the tennis journey — from first introduction to competitive development — ensuring every family understands the process, expectations, and long-term roadmap. Under Tom’s leadership, the academy combines international experience with a hands-on, personal approach, creating a clear pathway for junior and club players to develop with purpose and confidence.

Chapter 02

The heads of programme

Programme Heads

Adult development on one side, performance and elite juniors on the other. Between them they shape almost everything that happens on court.

Coach Dean, Head of Adult Development at KĀHLĪ Tennis Academy, Phuket
Coach Dean · Great Britain

Dean BannCoach Dean

Head of Adult Development · Great Britain

In tennis since 1969. Versatility is his superpower.

LTA Level 3USPTR ProEFR InstructorFormer professional

Best for All levels, non-professional players.

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Dean has been immersed in tennis since 1969, progressing from a top-level junior competitor to a former professional player and international senior representative. Today, his greatest passion lies in developing players of all ages and abilities.

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Dean’s superpower is his versatility. Whether he’s introducing a five-year-old to their first rally, helping an adult beginner build confidence, or fine-tuning the game of an advanced competitor, he adapts seamlessly. His sessions are tailored, engaging and built around the needs, personality and goals of each individual. He has an exceptional ability to spot small technical adjustments that make a big difference, while creating a relaxed, encouraging atmosphere where players feel safe to improve and enjoy the game. Fully qualified with LTA Level 3, USPTR Pro and EFR Instructor certifications, Dean combines decades of playing knowledge with genuine care for every student.

Coach Konstantin, Head of Performance & Elite Development at KĀHLĪ Tennis Academy, Phuket
Coach Konstantin · Russia

Konstantin KravchukCoach Konstantin

Head of Performance & Elite Development · Russia

Career-high ATP No. 78. All four Grand Slams. Davis Cup for Russia.

ATP No. 78 career highAll four Grand SlamsDavis Cup

Best for Tournament-level players, and anyone who wants to train like a pro.

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Coach Konstantin Kravchuk brings world-class playing experience and a deep understanding of elite tennis to his coaching. A former professional on the ATP Tour, he reached a career-high singles ranking of ATP No. 78, competed in all four Grand Slam tournaments — the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon and US Open — and amassed significant experience in both singles and doubles competition.

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Konstantin also proudly represented Russia in Davis Cup competition, contributing in both singles and doubles rubbers and bringing valuable team match-play insight. As a coach, Konstantin combines his high-performance background with a clear teaching philosophy: he believes in developing players with a complete technical foundation so they can confidently handle any on-court situation. Whether working with juniors stepping into competitive tennis, adult players refining their strategy and mechanics, or advanced athletes sharpening specific skills, he adapts his approach to fit each individual’s goals and playing style.

No. 78
Career high, ATP singles
Australian OpenPlayed
French OpenPlayed
WimbledonPlayed
US OpenPlayed
Davis Cup for Russia · singles and doubles rubbers
Chapter 03

Built for the tour

Performance Team

Tournament players, adults after a technical reset, and anyone who wants to train the way the tour trains. Intense, precise, high expectations.

Coach Dusan, Master Trainer at KĀHLĪ Tennis Academy, Phuket
Coach Dusan · Serbia

Dusan MihailovicCoach Dusan

Master Trainer · Serbia

Sixteen years of coaching, thirteen of them developing elite juniors in Shenzhen.

Former ATP professional16 years coaching13 years in Shenzhen

Best for All levels, tournament juniors and professional players.

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A Former ATP Professional Player with over 16 years of coaching experience, Coach Dusan has previously dedicated 13 years to developing top talent in Shenzhen, China. Working with elite Chinese players across various age groups, he has refined his ability to nurture technical skill, build confidence, and inspire excellence.

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He is now focusing on doing the same here in Thailand. Dusan believes in creating a positive and motivating environment where players can thrive both as athletes and individuals. His coaching philosophy emphasises growth, enjoyment, and a deep love for the game, helping players unlock their full potential while embracing the challenges and rewards of competitive tennis.

Coach Regina, Senior Performance Coach at KĀHLĪ Tennis Academy, Phuket
Coach Regina · Russia

Regina KalimullinaCoach Regina

Senior Performance Coach · Russia

Intense, precise, high expectations. Ask for her when you want a technical reset.

Master of Sports of RussiaITF professional tourSingles and doubles titles

Best for Tournament and serious players. Specialises in intense, high-level training camps.

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Regina holds the prestigious Master of Sports of Russia accreditation in tennis, earned through her extensive experience both competing and coaching at a high level. She has won numerous tournaments domestically in Russia and internationally, excelling in both singles and doubles, and has competed on the ITF professional tour.

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Regina is a highly professional and detail-oriented coach, known for her firm standards and technical precision on court. She specialises in working with driven, committed players who are serious about improving their performance and are ready to embrace structured, disciplined training. She is particularly well suited to performance-level juniors and adults seeking technical refinement or a complete technical reset. Regina’s sessions are intense, focused, and built around high expectations, helping players rebuild fundamentals, strengthen tactical understanding, and develop the consistency required for competitive success. Her approach suits motivated athletes who value clarity, accountability, and a results-focused training environment.

Chapter 04

Where the game begins

Development Team

Strong foundations, correct movement and positive habits, from the first racquet onwards. Club players from beginner to intermediate, and FUNdamental juniors.

Coach Arm, Senior Development Coach at KĀHLĪ Tennis Academy, Phuket
Coach Arm · Thailand

Angkoon JantabanCoach Arm

Senior Development Coach · Thailand

First racquets at age three to WTA hitting sessions. Ask any adult club player about his classes.

Under 10 specialistThailand National TeamWTA hitting partner

Best for Club players from beginner to intermediate, and FUNdamental juniors.

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Coach Arm is a specialist in Junior Development, with particular expertise in working with Under 10 players and building strong foundations during the most important early stages of a child’s tennis journey. With experience coaching players from as young as three years old through to professional athletes competing at WTA level, Arm brings both depth and perspective to his coaching.

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He has worked with the Thailand National Team and has also served as a professional hitting partner for WTA players. Over the past 10 years, he has coached international juniors of all nationalities, ages, and abilities, developing a reputation for producing confident, technically sound young players. Arm is especially known for his ability to make tennis fun, engaging, and energetic while maintaining high standards and strong work ethic on court. His sessions are structured, dynamic, and full of positive energy. Beyond junior development, Arm is extremely popular with adult club players, who value his enthusiasm, clarity, and ability to challenge players while keeping the environment enjoyable and motivating.

Coach Bright, Development Coach at KĀHLĪ Tennis Academy, Phuket
Coach Bright · Thailand

Chanyaphat BoonyawatvanithCoach Bright

Development Coach · Thailand

Mr Happy. Proof that the Academy pathway works on its own people first.

Thai national-level playerNational Youth GamesAcademy-developed coach

Best for Club players from beginner to intermediate, and FUNdamental juniors.

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Coach Bright, also known as “Mr Happy,” is an experienced Thai national-level player and dedicated junior development coach from Songkhla. Having started tennis at just five years old, the sport has always been at the centre of his life. As a player, he competed at national and international level, representing his province in the National Youth Games and National Student Games, and later competing against some of Thailand’s top university players.

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After gaining coaching experience in Songkhla, Bright relocated to Phuket to join the Academy, where he began as a Hitting Partner then Assistant Coach. Under the direct mentorship and guidance of Academy Director Coach Tom, he completed an intensive 12-month development programme before being promoted to Development Coach. Coach Bright now specialises in junior player development, focusing on building strong technical foundations, correct movement patterns, and positive training habits from an early age. His sessions are energetic, structured, and engaging, creating an environment where young players can develop confidently while enjoying the learning process. With his enthusiastic personality and strong technical grounding, Coach Bright is particularly well suited to junior players looking to progress through the Academy pathway with clarity, consistency, and support.

Coach Beta, Development Coach at KĀHLĪ Tennis Academy, Phuket
Coach Beta · Thailand

Suphadej LeardthanadeeCoach Beta

Development Coach · Thailand

Positive, supportive, on court since age four. Beginners and juniors are his craft.

International youth competitionBeginner and junior specialist

Best for Club players from beginner to intermediate, and FUNdamental juniors.

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Coach Beta is a passionate coach from Phang-Nga with strong competitive experience in youth tennis, having competed in both domestic and international tournaments. Starting tennis at just four years old, the game has always been a central part of his life, and his enthusiasm for being on court is clear to everyone he works with.

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Beta specialises in coaching beginner, recreational, and junior players, creating a positive and energetic environment where players can develop with confidence. He focuses on building solid technical fundamentals, introducing simple tactical understanding, and encouraging a strong, resilient mindset from an early stage. Known for his positivity and encouragement, Beta believes that players should always find ways to enjoy their tennis while continuing to improve. His sessions are engaging, supportive, and designed to help players feel comfortable as they build their skills. As one of the Academy’s developing coaches, Beta is highly committed to his own growth and is continually learning, studying, and refining his coaching under the guidance of the senior coaching team. His dedication to improvement ensures that his players benefit from both his energy on court and his desire to become the best possible coach for them.

Chapter 05

The off-court work

Strength & Conditioning

Strength, speed, agility, movement and injury resilience. The half of the pathway that happens off court.

Coach Kitty, Head of Strength & Conditioning at KĀHLĪ Tennis Academy, Phuket
Coach Kitty · Thailand · Finland

Kitty TeppoCoach Kitty

Head of Strength & Conditioning · Thailand · Finland

Disciplined, demanding, energising. Usually in that order.

Finland Junior National playerS&C qualified 2011Head of off-court development
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Coach Kitty is a former Finland Junior National tennis player whose competitive background underpins her high-performance approach to Strength & Conditioning. She transitioned into coaching early in her career, qualifying as a Personal Trainer and Strength & Conditioning coach in 2011.

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Having trained professional athletes in some of the islands’ most respected gyms, Kitty brings elite-level physical preparation to tennis. She now specialises in tennis-specific S&C, leading all off-court development including strength, speed, agility, movement efficiency, injury resilience, and long-term athletic progression. As Head of Strength & Conditioning, she delivers structured, performance-driven programmes tailored to the individual needs of each athlete — from developing players to high performers. Her coaching style is disciplined, demanding, and energising, combining accountability and intensity with the ability to adapt intelligently to every player she works with.

The team in numbers

What the team adds up to

9coaches on court
5nations
2former ATP Tour professionals
1969where the coaching line begins

Qualifications across the team: LTA, PTR, USPTA, ICI, PTCA, USPTR Pro, EFR Instructor and the Master of Sports of Russia.

Before your first session

Common questions

What qualifications do KĀHLĪ’s tennis coaches hold?

Across the team: LTA, PTR, USPTA, ICI and PTCA (Coach Tom), LTA Level 3, USPTR Pro and EFR Instructor (Coach Dean), the Master of Sports of Russia (Coach Regina) and strength and conditioning qualifications held since 2011 (Coach Kitty). Two of the team, Coach Dusan and Coach Konstantin, are former ATP Tour professionals.

Do you coach complete beginners and young children?

Yes. Coach Arm has coached children from as young as three, Coach Dean is as happy introducing a five year old to a first rally as he is fine-tuning an advanced competitor, and Coach Beta specialises in beginner, recreational and junior players. Adult beginners are just as welcome.

Which coach is right for adult players?

Coach Dusan leads adult development at the academy. Adults who want a full technical reset ask for Coach Regina, adult club players rate Coach Arm’s classes, and Coach Dean is known for helping adult beginners build confidence. Each coach’s specialisms are listed with their profile above.

Ready to book a coach?

Tell us your level and what you want to work on, and we will match you with the right coach on the team. First lesson or fiftieth, it is the same easy booking.