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About us

Champions-Tennis Academy is the perfect place to

improve your tennis game, relax with friends and family, and enjoy the beautiful country of Costa Rica.

Convenient location: Guacima, Alajuela, Costa Rica.

If you're looking for a world-class tennis experience, Champions-Tennis Academy is the perfect place for you.

High-Performance
Champions Program

We offer various training programs that are 3 days a week. These programs include on-court and off-court strength and conditioning customized plans

High-Performance
Rally Program

We offer various training programs that are 2 days a week. These programs include on-court and off-court strength and conditioning customized plans.

Strength & Conditioning Program

Our strength and conditioning programs are customized to each tennis player's requirements

Mental Training
Program

Our mental program is focused on training and competitive areas of the game. They are implemented into each training plan and our courses and presentations are easily accessible through our on-line Champions-Tennis On-Line Institute platform

Inspire. Motivate. Transform.

Our Training Program Schedule

4:30PM - 6:00PM

Weekly

"Match"

Game Changer Program

4:30PM - 6:00PM

Weekly

"Rally"

Game Changer Program

6:00AM - 11:00AM 6:00PM - 9:00PM

Weekly

Private Training Sessions

6:00PM - 7:00PM

Weekly

Strength & Conditioning training for "Rally" players

7:00AM - 9:00AM

Saturday & Sunday

"Rally"

Game Changer Program

9:00AM - 11:00AM

Saturday & Sunday

"Match"

Game Changer Program

11:00AM - 4:00PM

Saturday & Sunday

Private Training Sessions

11:00AM - 12:00PM

Saturday

"Rally" & "Match"

Strength and Conditioning Training Session


Our Team

Andrew Sznajder

Founder

Andrew Sznajder is a prominent figure in the international tennis world, known for his high-level professional career and his extensive contributions to tennis development and high-performance training.


Tennis Background

  • Professional Career: A former world-ranked top 50 ATP Tour professional, Andrew has competed against some of the greatest names in the sport.
  • International Representation: He is a Canadian Olympian and a former member of the Davis Cup team, representing his country on the world’s most prestigious stages.
  • Accreditations: He holds a GPCTA Level A accreditation, the highest certification for a tennis instructor recognized by the ATP governing body.


Business & Professional Background

  • Academy Leadership: Andrew is the founder of Champions Tennis Academy, where he focuses on developing elite junior talent and high-performance training programs.
  • Venture Development: He is the visionary behind the Rally Point S.A., a large-scale development company aimed at creating premier destinations for athletes and enthusiasts.
  • Strategic Growth: As the founder of S&B Solutions S.A. he leads the strategic direction of his tennis-related business ventures, integrating professional coaching with innovative facility management and digital sports education.

Edgar Badilla

Director of Operations

Edgar Badilla Saxe is an active figure in the Costa Rican tennis community, combining a lifelong passion for the sport with professional expertise in operations and sports management.


Tennis Background

  • Competitive Play: Edgar is a right-handed player who has been involved in tennis since the age of six. He is a competitive veteran on the ITF Masters Tour, specifically in the 65+ age category.
  • Global Standing: He has maintained consistent international rankings in both singles and doubles, representing Costa Rica in various senior-level tournaments.

Business & Professional Background

  • Sports Management: Edgar holds an ownership stake in the company Rally Point S.A., which is focused on the development of tennis and high-performance athletic facilities.
  • Operational Leadership: He has served as the VP of Operations for Cancha Central Global Inc., leveraging nearly a decade of experience in the administrative and logistical side of tennis academies.
  • Strategic Planning: His professional background includes local coordination and consulting for sports-centric business projects, including facility development and partnership management in Costa Rica.

Bryan Bieta

Strength & Conditioning Coach

Bryan Bieta is a professional fitness coach and high-performance specialist based in Costa Rica. He holds a degree as a Technician in Physical Preparation (Técnico de nivel superior en Preparación Física), specializing in physical conditioning, muscle mass development, and specialized stretching techniques.


With a background rooted in kinesiology and athletic performance, Bryan focuses on tailoring fitness programs to meet the specific demands of competitive athletes and individuals seeking significant physical transformations. He is the Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Champions Tennis Academy, where he oversees the physical development and high-performance training of elite junior tennis players.

Roberto Zuniga

Instructor and Hitting Partner

Roberto Zuñiga is a prominent junior tennis player from Alajuela, Costa Rica, currently competing at the national and international levels. Known for his right-handed play style, he has consistently ranked among the top junior athletes in the country, notably securing the U18 National Championship at the Torneo Nacional de Menores Nuevos Valores in late 2024.


Roberto balances a rigorous athletic schedule with high academic standards. As a student at The British School of Costa Rica, he has been recognized for his leadership and academic excellence, including receiving "Best Delegate" honors at the Country Day Model United Nations.


Key Stats & Achievements

  • Rankings: Competes on the ITF World Tennis Tour Juniors and maintains a competitive World Tennis Number (WTN) in both singles and doubles.
  • Titles: 2024 U18 National Champion (Costa Rica).
  • Affiliations: Frequently represents the Alajuela region in national circuits and is a recognized student-athlete within the British School community.

Choose your program

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RALLY

  • On-court Programming
  • 2 times per week
  • 1 hour on-court / 30 min fitness session
  • Group sessions only

$550 US /mo.

ITF Junior and Pro

  • 6 Sessions per week
  • 2 training sessions per day @ 2 hours
  • 2 fitness sessions per day @ 1 hour each
  • Accommodation and Meal Plans are available

$6,500 US /mo.

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