Costa Navarino and Mouratoglou To Serve Up Secrets of Global Tennis Icons This Summer
GREECE / AGILITYPR.NEWS / May 21, 2021 / Programs and experiences at the new Mouratoglou Tennis Center, opening June 9th
Adults and juniors have the chance to train like global tennis stars at Costa Navarino this summer, as the prime sustainable destination in the Mediterranean has teamed up with Patrick Mouratoglou, the long-term coach of 23-time Grand Slam champion Serena Williams and mentor of Greece’s world number five Stefanos Tsitsipas, to launch the first European Mouratoglou Tennis Center.
With 12 brand new floodlit courts including clay, hard and natural grass courts, professional and amateur players can combine leisure and top-class training from June 9th with dedicated programs and experiences, under the instruction of experienced and Mouratoglou trained coaches during their stay at The Westin Resort Costa Navarino and The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort, both located at Navarino Dunes.
Players of all levels from the age of 14+ can work and improve specific skills, their technique or tactics by taking part in dedicated tennis clinics, while private or group lessons are ideal to maximise personal performance, available for all levels for guests aged six and upwards covering in-depth aspects of the Mouratoglou Academy’s philosophy. Beginners, intermediates or experts aged 10+ seeking the ultimate test can ‘Challenge the Pro’ for an hour of head-to-head contest with one of the top coaches.
Guests seeking a fun and more energetic learning experience can burn excess calories and exercise to music at one of the weekly cardio tennis sessions, available to those aged 16+. Other competitive social tennis experiences on offer include the scheduled ladies’ morning or men’s night mixed doubles matches.
Available from this autumn, the Mouratoglou Signature Tennis Camps for adults and children will cover everything from technique and tactics to fitness. The camps are the ultimate introduction to tennis in a playful yet structured environment and will be organised into two age groups – eight to 14-year-olds and upwards. They will be bookable on a two or five-day basis including accommodation options.
Finally, the UTS Nights, are interactive tennis tournaments for a more competitive playing experience, for those aged 10+ starting with a minimum group of 8 guests or up to 32 players including multiple matches, draw and medal ceremonies.
Off the court, players can enjoy access to the latest tennis equipment, apparel and accessories at the center’s fully stocked tennis pro shop. A tennis racquet-stringing service is also available, with equipment hire on offer for guests looking to rent courts on an individual basis.
Located in the southwest Peloponnese, in Greece, the new Mouratoglou Tennis Center’s state-of-the-art facilities, paired with the all-year warm climate and views of the Ionian Sea, provide a one-of-a-kind destination for the burgeoning international tennis community.
Costa Navarino is a natural outdoor haven for sports enthusiasts and active families, with additional activities including two 18-hole signature golf courses - The Dunes Course and The Bay Course – an outstanding golf academy, mountain and road cycling and a range of watersports including sailing, kitesurfing, windsurfing and kayaking.
For more information about the Mouratoglou Tennis Center, the new programs and experiences available from June 9 at Costa Navarino as well as to book, visit https://www.costanavarino.com/mouratoglou-tennis-center/.
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COSTA NAVARINO
Costa Navarino is the prime, sustainable destination in the Mediterranean, located in the Greek region of Messinia in the southwest Peloponnese. One of the most unspoiled and breathtaking seaside Mediterranean landscapes, this area has been shaped by 4,500 years of history.
Its philosophy is driven by a genuine desire to promote Messinia, while protecting and preserving its natural beauty and heritage. It will comprise a number of distinct sites featuring five-star deluxe hotels, luxury private residences, conference facilities, spa and thalassotherapy centres, signature golf courses, as well as a wide range of unique year-round activities for adults and children.
Navarino Dunes, the first area, is home to two luxury five-star hotels, The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort, and The Westin Resort Costa Navarino; Navarino Residences, a collection of luxury villas for private ownership; and The Residences at The Westin Resort Costa Navarino – fully furnished resort apartments for sale; the signature golf course The Dunes Course; Anazoe Spa, a 4,000m2 spa and thalassotherapy centre; the state-of-the-art conference centre House of Events; specially designed facilities for children; and a variety of gastronomy venues, sports, outdoor and cultural activities.
Navarino Bay, the second area, is home to the signature golf course, The Bay Course and to the earth-sheltered Bay Clubhouse, while an ultra-luxury, all suite and pool villas resort is currently under construction, alongside an upscale, vibrant, lifestyle resort at the nearby site Navarino Waterfront.
At Navarino Hills, two new 18-hole signature golf courses are also being constructed.
MOURATOGLOU ACADEMY
Nestled between Nice and Cannes, in the heart of the French Riviera, the Mouratoglou Academy is a top-notch complex that stretches over 12 hectares of unique infrastructures at the cutting-edge of innovation. Relying on Patrick Mouratoglou’s methodology, it is now widely considered as one of the world’s most proficient training centers. The best professional tennis players (Serena Williams, Daniil Medvedev, and Victoria Azarenka to name but a few) have made it their training ground to perfect their games and prepare at best for tournaments.
The Mouratoglou Academy’s mission is to guide young aspiring players as well as professionals towards achieving their full potential. Every year, the academy is the training ground for 4,000 campers and 200 student-athletes who train every day to fulfill their dreams.
Since its inception in 1996, the Mouratoglou Academy has shaped some of the world’s most promising talents, such as Marcos Baghdatis, Grigor Dimitrov and most recently Stefanos Tsitsipas, Alexei Popyrin and Coco Gauff.
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