Our Coaching Team
The North Vancouver Tennis Centre has a staff of committed full-time professionals passionate about helping people experience enjoyment and improvement. We have produced top national and international tennis players and are a national leader in the development of Junior talent. All of our coaches have Tennis Canada certifications and follow coaching methodologies endorsed by Tennis Canada.
Wayne is Head of Coaching Development & Certification in BC. He has written coaching materials for multiple organizations and countries and is a popular speaker at international coaching conferences. His students have captured over 20 National titles (Junior & Wheelchair).
• Tennis Canada Certified National Level 4 Coach (Chartered Professional Coach ChPC)
• Certified by both PTR and USPTA (USA)
• 2 time winner of the Tennis BC High Performance Coach-of-the-Year
• 7 time winner of the Tennis Canada coaching excellence award
• 2 time runner-up for 3M National Development Coach-of-the-Year (nominated from all sports)
• 2009 Canadian Pro of the Year
• Inductee into the Burnaby Sports Hall of Fame
Email: wayne.elderton@nvrc.ca Phone (direct line): 604-983-6482
In his Junior career, Jesse was ranked #1 in U18 provincially and represented BC at the National Championships. In adult provincial open play, he has been ranked in the top 5.
• Tennis Canada High Performance Coach 3 Certification
• Tennis Canada Club Professional 2 Certification
• Tennis Canada Coaching Certification Assistant Course Facilitator
• Wheelchair Instructor Certification
• Certified LePetit Tennis Instructor
• 2012 Tennis BC Community Coach-of-the Year award winner
Klaus has a wealth of experience as a tennis coach. He is the leader of our fitness, and Athletic Development programs and has advanced training in injury prevention, rehabilitation, weight training and personal training.
• Tennis Canada Coach 2 Certification
• Tennis Canada Club Professional 2 Certification
• Masters Degree in Physical Education from Johannes Gutenberg University in Germany
• 2003 Tennis BC Community Coach-of-the-Year award winner


As a junior player in India, Adi was a provincially and nationally ranked player. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Zoology and a Masters in Paleo-Biology. He has worked as a program designer and Sport event organizer at Douglas college and has experience with tennis events being a Play Director at New Westminster Tennis Club and event coordinator with Tennis BC.
• Tennis Canada Club Professional 2 Certification
Gary is returning to BC after 9 years as the Tennis Director of Waterloo Tennis Club in Ontario. He is a 30 year coaching veteran who has worked as the Director of Tennis at the Fairmont Chateau in Whistler and as a Tennis Professional at Vancouver Lawn Tennis Club.
• Tennis Canada Coach 2 Certification
• Wheelchair Instructor Certification
•Tennis Canada High Performance Tennis Development Centre (TDC) coach
As a junior, Katie grew-up here at NVTC. She was a top Provincial player who represented BC at Nationals multiple times. She achieved a tennis scholarship to Eckerd College in St. Petersberg, Florida, where she was a 2-time MVP.
• Tennis Canada Certified Club Professional 1
• Staff coach at Cliff Drysdale Tennis Academy, Miami, Florida
• Bachelor of Arts and International Business from Eckerd College, Florida
• Wheelchair Instructor Certification
• Tennis Canada High Performance Tennis Development Centre (TDC) coach
Mauricio comes to us from Brazil where he was an avid tennis competitor. After moving to Canada he was #1 in BC in the 4.5 level, winning a number of tournaments.
• Tennis Canada Club Professional 1 Certification
• Masters in Veterinary Medicine from University of Sao Paulo, Brazil
• Tennis Canada Tennis Development Centre (TDC) coach
Elliot grew up in the NVTC system. He has competed in Provincial Tournament play.
• Tennis Canada Club Professional 1 Certification
• Tennis Canada Tennis Development Centre (TDC) coach