Meet The
Manly Tennis Centre
Coaching Team
Located in Manly, on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, Keirle Park Tennis Centre welcomes all players and all members of the family – beginners and experienced alike. Our goal is for you to feel welcome, have fun, benefit from our coaching and enjoy our facilities. We are very proud of the centre we have developed and hope that it meets your needs. In addition to tennis services, for both adults and children, we invite you to join in with our yoga and physiotherapy, as well as Super Kids Sports programs for the littlies. No membership is required – just a willingness and desire for fun. Whether you are experienced, highly competitive, a social player, like to hit and giggle or have never even held a racquet… you are welcome. It’s all about fun….
Private Coaching Lessons at Manly Tennis Centre
Private lessons at Manly Tennis Centre are managed directly with our coaching team. To organise a lesson, please get in touch with your preferred coach using the contact details below.
If you’re unsure which coach is the best fit, feel free to contact us and we’ll be happy to connect you with the right coach.
Rafael Barrozzi
Head Coach
0426 104 567
He is a former Top 10 junior player in Venezuela across the U14, U16, and U18 categories and is currently a UTR 9 player, reflecting a strong advanced level of play. He is also an accredited Tennis Australia Junior Development Coach.
With over 20 years of coaching experience across Venezuela, the USA, and Australia, including the past nine years in Australia, he has developed a broad and international coaching perspective. Throughout his career, he has coached players who are currently ranked in the Australian Top 10 across the U10, U12, and U14 categories.
He previously served as Tennis Director at a prestigious 16-court venue in Sydney, where he oversaw the development of more than 400 players over a three-year period. He is currently the Head Coach and Manager at Manly Tennis Centre, where he designs programs and leads the development of more than 200 players.
Jon White
Head of Performance
0420 204 886
Jon is a Tennis Australia qualified Club Professional and Junior Development Coach, currently serving as Talent Development Coach at Keirle Park Tennis Centre..
With over 20 years of coaching experience and a background playing college tennis in Toronto, Jon has worked across all levels of the game, from beginner juniors to high-performance and professional players.
He has a strong track record in long-term athlete development, with players consistently making significant year-on-year improvements under his guidance.
He has also contributed to the development of players who have gone on to achieve international rankings inside the top 1000.
Filippo Muscella
Head of Junior Tennis
0468 767 474
Tennis coach with over 9 years of professional experience across Italy and Australia. I spent 5 years working at one of the most historic tennis clubs in Rome, Societa Ginnastica Roma since 1890, where I developed strong technical and coaching skills, working with players of all levels, from beginners to competitive athletes.
I hold two Italian tennis coaching certifications, which provided me with a solid foundation in both technical instruction and tennis-specific physical preparation.
Over the past 4 years, I have continued my career in Sydney, Australia, expanding my international experience and earning my AATC tennis coach certification.
This has allowed me to adapt my coaching style to different environments and playing styles, working with players of all ages and backgrounds.
My goal is to help each player reach their full potential by building technique, confidence, and a winning mindset through personalized and effective training sessions.
Jordi Bazoberry
Senior Coach
0402 280 414
Originally from Argentina, Jordi is an experienced tennis coach with nearly 10 years of on-court experience and a strong competitive background. A former Top 20 junior, he competed in COSAT and ITF Futures events, bringing high-performance insight to his coaching.
He has worked with players of all levels, including in a Head Coach role, focusing on building solid fundamentals, smart match play, and confidence within a positive and enjoyable environment.
Jordi holds degrees in Physical Education and Sports Management and is an ITF Level 2 Coach.
Vicente Dittborn
Senior Coach
0493 250 673
He is a 33 year old, Chilean tennis coach with several years of experience coaching players of all ages and levels. He has been playing tennis since the age of five and has consistently delivered both private and group lessons.
He specialises in working with beginners and intermediate players, as he enjoys helping them build a strong foundation and make clear, consistent progress. He is a positive, friendly, and approachable coach, known for his clear communication, patience, and commitment. He focuses on creating a comfortable environment where players feel confident to learn, explaining concepts in a simple and practical way to support improvement. He takes great satisfaction in seeing players develop their game and achieve their goals.
He is committed to his players and works closely with them to achieve their goals together. He believes that small adjustments can lead to significant improvements, while keeping sessions dynamic and enjoyable.
Juan Moreno
Senior Coach
0415 364 615
He is a dedicated and passionate tennis coach with experience competing in ITF events and high-level tournaments across Australia. With a UTR of 10, he brings a strong competitive background and a deep understanding of the modern game to every session.
He works with players of all levels, from junior development and beginner adults to more advanced players seeking to elevate their performance. His coaching focuses on building solid technical foundations, improving consistency, and developing smart match play.
Above all, he believes tennis should be both challenging and enjoyable. He aims to create a positive and engaging environment where players can have fun while improving, building confidence, and developing a genuine love for the game.
Peter Orszagh
Senior Coach
0434 817 992
With extensive international experience and a genuine passion for developing players of all levels, Coach Peter brings world-class expertise to the court, especially in junior development.
He has an elite playing background, Former ITF World Rankings: Singles 109 - Doubles 82 - Top 10 Mixed Doubles. Mixed Doubles ITF Ranking: 23. Ranked No. 2 (U14) in Slovakia / Europe. Competitive and coaching experience across Europe, Asia, and Australia.
From luxury resorts and elite academies in Spain, Italy, Greece, Turkey, the Maldives, and Germany, to leading development programs across Australia, Coach Peter delivers high-performance standards both on and off the court.
Qualifications & Certifications: Tennis Australia – Junior Development & Community Coaching, PTR Certified – Adult & 10-and-Under Development Coach, Certificate III in Sport Coaching, ISSA Elite Coach & Sports Nutrition Specialist, Brain Performance Coach (PosturePro).
He has strong technical foundations, confidence and mindset development, clear, structured pathways from Hot Shots to performance squads, and a professional, passionate, and player-focused approach.
We’re excited for our players to learn, grow, and thrive under Coach Peter’s guidance.
Coaching Information
Private Lessons – 1 to 4 Players
Great for every level – beginners to advanced. Private lessons are the best way for you to improve your technique.
Private lessons must be booked – the earlier you book, the greater the chance you have of securing the time/day you want. Some people have a private lesson weekly, others every few weeks, and some only when they have something they would like to specifically work on.
Private lessons are excellent for absolute beginners. Private lessons are the best way to improve quickly and you will feel much more comfortable when you choose to join a group.
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