Today, this experience and training standards are applied in our work with students of all levels — from beginners
to advanced athletes.
Coaching team led by Maksim Shishko
become winners of Ukrainian championships and cups among juniors and adults 7 times
won Tennis Europe (TE) tournaments
won International Tennis Federation (ITF) competitions
You will work with a team of professional coaches led by Maksim Shishko, a certified specialist with 34 years of coaching experience. Maksim Shishko is one of the most experienced coaches in the region. He headed Ukraine’s junior national team (girls aged 16 to 18) during the 2006-2007 seasons, prepared multiple Candidates for Master of Sports and Masters of Sports of Ukraine, and his students:
Hello! My name is Mate Surmanidze, and I am a tennis coach at Maxima Tennis Academy.
I conduct tennis lessons in four languages: Georgian, English, German, and Russian.
I have been involved in tennis for a total of 21 years. My father introduced me to the sport when I was in the third grade, and I immediately fell in love with it.
Education:
Batumi Maritime Academy – Navigation (2013–2017) Batumi Theological Seminary – Theology (2020–2024) I have three years of coaching experience working with children in Batumi, Georgia, and Frankfurt (Oder), Germany. At Maxima Tennis Academy, I specialize in the Tennis 10s program for children aged 3 to 10. I also enjoy teaching beginners from scratch, helping them develop both fundamental and advanced tennis skills. I specialize in building proper stroke technique and continuously improve my coaching by learning and implementing new training methods.
I believe that the most important goal of every training session is to help children and players develop a positive mindset and strong discipline.
I look forward to seeing you on the court!
Best of luck to everyone!
FAQ
We recommend starting at 4-5 years old. Children at this age already have coordination and easily engage in game-based training.
Tennis is great for children who enjoy movement, attention to detail, and one-on-one games. Main signs:
interest in the ball
ability to concentrate
enjoyment of light competition
Height and physical fitness do not matter. A trial lesson will help you see everything in practice.
Tennis suits children with any level of activity. It helps develop coordination, attention, confidence, and a love of movement - gradually and without stress. What matters is not how the child starts, but how they feel on the court.
Yes, tennis is ideal for energetic children. It helps channel energy in the right way and develop concentration.
Tennis is a great choice for children looking for "their" sport. One-on-one play, clear tasks, and personal progress help build confidence from the very first lessons.
Just come in comfortable clothes and shoes. We provide everything else.
Just come in comfortable clothes and shoes. We provide everything else.
It depends on your goal. For beginners - 2-3 times, for amateurs - 3-4 times, for advanced players - almost every day.
The pace depends on you: your age, preparation, and consistency. You can learn the basics in a few months, and steady progress comes with regular practice. With our coaches, you will feel the results quickly.
Tennis develops both body and mind. Endurance, coordination, strength, and concentration all grow with regular play. Plus - less stress and more confidence.
You can learn the basics in 2-3 months with regular training. Further progress depends on how often you practice, your goal, and your level of preparation.