Master Tennis Performance Specialist (MTPS)
Highest Level Tennis Fitness Certification
Thanks for those who attended the 2022 MTPS! Check back for next dates
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Note the virtual option only ran alongside the in person option and is not available now
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 MTPS Testimonial
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Click HERE for a blog post by MTPS Dominic King touching on his experience with MTPS! MTPS is the highest tennis fitness certification reserved for tennis-specific specialists with significant experience, expertise and contributions to the industry. Must have obtained CTPS designation. MTPS certification involves an in-person workshop/exam, pre-work and post work. *If you feel you already have the qualifications, including the 1000 hours of practical experience working with HIGH LEVEL tennis athletes or you have already gotten approval from us, go ahead and register for MTPS. If you have been told previously you do not qualify, please email us first. contact@itpa-tennis.org. Pre-Requisites:
Other Info:
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Registration closed
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Cost:
In Person: $895 (Included in the costs: All study materials in electronic format required for successful completion of the MTPS requirements).
*Note: Want a payment plan? Contact us!
VIRTUAL: $695 (Included in the costs: All study materials in electronic format required for successful completion of the MTPS requirements).
What is included for virtual: Can follow along virtually to the in person learning and discussions Program will be livestreamed via Zoom. Individuals who choose to participate will be incorporated into all the pre-work, group sessions, quizzes and post work requirements. These sessions will also be recorded for all participants who can use this during the study period as well. Obviously, some of the social functions and casual conversations will not be part of the virtual program, but all the educational sessions and the ability to successfully obtain the MTPS designation is included.
2 Day In-Person Program (Friday, Saturday). * Note new this year we have consolidated from 3 shorter days into 2 longer days. Will start around 9 am on Friday and Saturday and go all day.
What is Provided?
On Successful Completion of All Requirements to achieve the MTPS designation:
Requirements to Obtain MTPS:
After being accepted into the MTPS program (see eligibility requirements - these are STRICTLY adhered to) the participant will be required to pursue a rigorous educational curriculum involving a combination of online learning, face-to-face learning and proof of knowledge, skills and abilities through in-person and video based instruction. The MTPS program involves a 21 hour practical learning session (2 days) as the core of the program. Before the 2 day learning session, online/self-study pre-work must be completed, and following the learning session post work requirements will be required.
Pre Work involves quizzes
In Person: $895 (Included in the costs: All study materials in electronic format required for successful completion of the MTPS requirements).
*Note: Want a payment plan? Contact us!
VIRTUAL: $695 (Included in the costs: All study materials in electronic format required for successful completion of the MTPS requirements).
What is included for virtual: Can follow along virtually to the in person learning and discussions Program will be livestreamed via Zoom. Individuals who choose to participate will be incorporated into all the pre-work, group sessions, quizzes and post work requirements. These sessions will also be recorded for all participants who can use this during the study period as well. Obviously, some of the social functions and casual conversations will not be part of the virtual program, but all the educational sessions and the ability to successfully obtain the MTPS designation is included.
2 Day In-Person Program (Friday, Saturday). * Note new this year we have consolidated from 3 shorter days into 2 longer days. Will start around 9 am on Friday and Saturday and go all day.
What is Provided?
- MTPS Course Outline and Review Materials
- iTPA On the Road Training Bag (including everything you need to train a tennis athlete on the road - elastic tubing, resistance bands, recovery tools, etc.) (In Person only, not for virtual participants)
- Special products and product discounts only for MTPS participants
On Successful Completion of All Requirements to achieve the MTPS designation:
- MTPS framed Certificate
- MTPS certified logo files to be used on business cards, personal and business websites
- Testimonials from the iTPA
- A formal press-release announcing your new educational status and a strong promotional tool that the iTPA will help circulate to your employer, parents, players, etc.
- Greater opportunities to contribute to the tennis and fitness communities through paid opportunities.
Requirements to Obtain MTPS:
After being accepted into the MTPS program (see eligibility requirements - these are STRICTLY adhered to) the participant will be required to pursue a rigorous educational curriculum involving a combination of online learning, face-to-face learning and proof of knowledge, skills and abilities through in-person and video based instruction. The MTPS program involves a 21 hour practical learning session (2 days) as the core of the program. Before the 2 day learning session, online/self-study pre-work must be completed, and following the learning session post work requirements will be required.
Pre Work involves quizzes
MTPS Program Outline:
Post Work:
Post Work (due within 10 weeks of course): Following the in-person program the participant will be evaluated on his/her comprehension and ability to apply the information learned from both the CTPS and MTPS curriculums. This evaluation will involve the participant working with one or more of his/her tennis athletes and the requirements for the post-work include a detailed video session (120 minutes) broken into the following 6 areas:
1) Testing/Screening
2) Dynamic Warm–Up
3) Tennis-Specific Movement Training Sessions (on-court)
4) Tennis-Specific Strength Training Session (either in the gym or on-court).
5) Post Training or Match Stretching & Recovery Routine
6) Shoulder, Hip and Core Prehab/Injury Prevention Routine
Written Final Examination:
Focused on Specific Case Studies. The participant chooses 3 case studies (from the provided list) and has to answer 3 specific questions for each case study:
Follow-Up Call:
Optional 1-hour Follow-Up Call With Course Instructor to Discuss Answers and Review Materials and also to discuss next steps in Career Planning.
Venue:
Marietta Country Club
Marietta Country Club
1400 Marietta Country Club Drive
Kennesaw, GA 30152
770-426-1808
*Lodging and travel arrangements shall be paid by participant, not iTPA. iTPA will provide lunch during Friday and Saturday and dinner Friday night, in addition to water, soft drinks and coffee during the day for in person participants.
Post Work (due within 10 weeks of course): Following the in-person program the participant will be evaluated on his/her comprehension and ability to apply the information learned from both the CTPS and MTPS curriculums. This evaluation will involve the participant working with one or more of his/her tennis athletes and the requirements for the post-work include a detailed video session (120 minutes) broken into the following 6 areas:
1) Testing/Screening
2) Dynamic Warm–Up
3) Tennis-Specific Movement Training Sessions (on-court)
4) Tennis-Specific Strength Training Session (either in the gym or on-court).
5) Post Training or Match Stretching & Recovery Routine
6) Shoulder, Hip and Core Prehab/Injury Prevention Routine
Written Final Examination:
Focused on Specific Case Studies. The participant chooses 3 case studies (from the provided list) and has to answer 3 specific questions for each case study:
Follow-Up Call:
Optional 1-hour Follow-Up Call With Course Instructor to Discuss Answers and Review Materials and also to discuss next steps in Career Planning.
Venue:
Marietta Country Club
Marietta Country Club
1400 Marietta Country Club Drive
Kennesaw, GA 30152
770-426-1808
*Lodging and travel arrangements shall be paid by participant, not iTPA. iTPA will provide lunch during Friday and Saturday and dinner Friday night, in addition to water, soft drinks and coffee during the day for in person participants.
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Hotel Information (no special group rate as this is a small group)
Holiday Inn Express Kennesaw
2485 George Busbee Pkwy NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144
(770) 427-5210
http://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/kennesaw/atltm/hoteldetail?qRef=sr&qDest=Kennesaw%2C+GA%2C+United+States&qRpn=1&qChld=0&qSrt=sBR&qSHp=1&qSmP=3&qGRM=0&qLng=-84.6156&qRdU=1&qRms=1&srb_u=1&qAdlt=1&qPSt=0&qFRA=1&qLat=34.0233&qRRSrt=rt&qRad=30&qRpp=12&qBrs=6c.hi.ex.rs.ic.cp.in.sb.cw.cv.ul.vn&qWch=0&icdv=99504425#
Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Kennesaw Town Center
895 Cobb Place Boulevard Northwest, Kennesaw, GA 30144 Phone: 678-322-1140
Website
Hampton Inn Town Center Kennesaw
Address: 871 Cobb Place Boulevard Northwest, Kennesaw, GA 30144
Phone: 770-426-0017
Hotel Website
Holiday Inn Express Kennesaw
2485 George Busbee Pkwy NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144
(770) 427-5210
http://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/kennesaw/atltm/hoteldetail?qRef=sr&qDest=Kennesaw%2C+GA%2C+United+States&qRpn=1&qChld=0&qSrt=sBR&qSHp=1&qSmP=3&qGRM=0&qLng=-84.6156&qRdU=1&qRms=1&srb_u=1&qAdlt=1&qPSt=0&qFRA=1&qLat=34.0233&qRRSrt=rt&qRad=30&qRpp=12&qBrs=6c.hi.ex.rs.ic.cp.in.sb.cw.cv.ul.vn&qWch=0&icdv=99504425#
Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Kennesaw Town Center
895 Cobb Place Boulevard Northwest, Kennesaw, GA 30144 Phone: 678-322-1140
Website
Hampton Inn Town Center Kennesaw
Address: 871 Cobb Place Boulevard Northwest, Kennesaw, GA 30144
Phone: 770-426-0017
Hotel Website