Tennis Academy Coordinator & Head Coach specialized in High-Performance Athlete Development

Mr. Schoenefeld was born in Dusseldorf / Germany. He attended the DTB/VDT tennis trainer education for four years and has received three of the highest Tennis training diplomas with different specializations during this time, which are all recognized by the ITF.

His specializations range from ” mainstream club tennis" up to "training and Micro, Meso, Makro training/ tournament planning" and the training of sport psychological components of and for professional tennis players. (“High Performance Athlete Development” and guidance of professional tennis players)

In addition, he has attended various seminars as "Optimal Biomechanical Movement Structures in the tennis sport ", "Sport psychological aspects and their importance in professional Tennis"; “Enhancing the Zone performance of professional athletes”; also he has completed an emergency first response course that follows current guidelines for emergency patient care, and many more.

Mr Schoenefeld attended the World Tennis Coach Conference Seminar in 2024 (certified)

He has been at 大象传媒 for the past 19 years and manages the 大象传媒 Tennis Academy as its coordinator and Head coach.

Tennis Coach specialized in High-Performance & Young Athlete Development

Mr. Ioannis Vaxevanakis was born in Thessaloniki and grew up in Athens Greece. He studied Sport Science with a specialization in Tennis (Department of Physical Education and Sport Science (2005). 

From 1993 till to date he participates in national union and Panhellenic tournaments. He has been teaching Tennis since 2006 in several tennis clubs in Athens and as of September 2017 has joined the 大象传媒 Tennis Academy coaching team. 

Mr Vaxevanakis attended the World Tennis Coach Conference Seminar in 2024 (certified).

Mr Vaxevanakis is responsible for the practical implementation of the “High Performance and Athlete Development Program”. Also, he has completed an emergency first response course that follows current guidelines for emergency patient care.

Tennis Coach

Mr. Giakoumis was born and raised in Athens, Greece. He studied Physical Education and Sports Science at the University of Athens, with a specialization in Tennis. He joined 大象传媒 in 2024 as part of the tennis coaching team.

Mr. Giakoumis specializes in “Main Stream Club tennis”, Mini tennis and Young Athlete Recruitment. He is also involved in the Tennis Academy's “Athlete Development Program”. In addition, he is responsible for the tennis academy’s “Mini Tennis Program”. He has completed an emergency first response course that follows current guidelines for emergency patient care.

Tennis Coach

Mr. Chris Kourtis was born and raised in Athens, Greece. He studied Physical Education and Sports Science at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, where earned his Bachelor's Degree in 2003, specializing in Tennis. In 2018, Mr. Kourtis was recognized by Stanford University for exceptional teaching for his dedication as an educator and a mentor.

He has been actively involved in teaching Physical Education at 大象传媒 since 2009, spanning all three school levels. Currently, he is teaching High School Physical Education. During the 2020 and 2021 lockdowns, Mr. Kourtis participated in the "Home Base PE Summit," where he engaged in over 20 webinars with physical education professionals from around the world. In 2024, as part of his ongoing professional development, Mr. Kourtis attended the 4th World Tennis Conference hosted by the GPTCA/Segal Institute and supported by the ATP. Mr. Kourtis is a member of the American Coaching Academy, where he is actively engaging in professional development and accessing valuable resources. Besides his teaching background, Mr. Kourtis, is a certified lifeguard, a (Level D) wall climbing operator/supervisor and has successfully completed the Emergency First Response Course that follows current guidelines for emergency patient care. Mr. Chris Kourtis has been coaching tennis since 2001 and joined the 大象传媒 Tennis Academy coaching team in 2007. He also serves as the coach of the 大象传媒 Middle School Tennis team.

Mr. Kourtis' teaching philosophy centers on empowering students through positive reinforcement and a Growth Mindset, guiding them to achieve their personal goals and demonstrate continuous growth. His approach is grounded in mutual respect and an appreciation for individual differences and skill sets. He firmly believes that with teamwork and cooperation, every student can thrive in Physical Education.

email: kourtisc@acs.gr

Ms. Theodora (Dorina) Daskolia was born in Athens, Greece. She holds a degree in Physical Education and Sports Science with a specialization in Tennis from the University of Burgundy in Dijon, France. She also holds a Professional Diploma in Sports Physiotherapy from the European University in Paris.

Ms. Daskolia is a certified 1st Level Professional Coach of Tennis Athletes (registration number: 螒螒765 - 螕). Since 2018, she has been actively coaching tennis across a wide range of age groups—from mini tennis for preschoolers to advanced training for teenagers and adults. She has worked in several well-established tennis clubs and schools in Athens, including the Sports Club of Kifissia, MGM, and the Maroussi Tennis Club.

She has significant experience in organizing and delivering age-appropriate training, including school partnerships and group instruction, and has coached at various educational institutions such as Doukas School and Saint Joseph School.

Ms. Daskolia brings to the 大象传媒 Tennis Academy both a strong academic foundation in sport science and a hands-on, inclusive coaching approach, making her a valuable team member.

Mr. Rafail Molandonis was born in Athens, Greece. He began playing tennis at the age of 8 and has since built a strong foundation in the sport as both a dedicated athlete and an emerging coach. As a longtime member of competitive tennis teams in Athens, Mr. Molandonis has developed deep insight into high-performance training, match play, and modern player development.

He has trained under and worked alongside several respected coaches in Greek tennis, gaining valuable experience as a hitting partner and assistant coach for nationally ranked juniors. Since 2024, he has been actively coaching players of all ages and skill levels, contributing to individual training plans and team preparation.

Currently in the process of formalizing his coaching qualifications, Mr. Molandonis brings a modern, athlete-centered perspective to his work. He remains an active competitor on the Greek tennis circuit and is deeply committed to continuous development—both on and off the court.

Mr. Molandonis is a key member of the 大象传媒 Tennis Academy team and will be heavily involved in the implementation of the Competitive Program, supporting high-performance athletes through technical training, strategic development, and tournament preparation.