Vilas Education 2014 - Tennis Holidays Spain
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Vilas Education 2014 - Tennis Holidays Spain
Tennis & International Education Call us now +34 971 681540 visit now vilastennisacademy.com A Brief History of Guillermo Vilas Nicknamed ‘The young bull of the Pampas’, Guillermo Vilas is one of the most iconic sportsmen ever to emerge from tennis. His success brought him unprecedented fame and status on the continent, and some say he is almost single-handedly responsible for the popularity of tennis in Argentina today. A left-handed baseliner, Vilas was the first South American male player to win a Grand Slam singles title. In all, he won four of them, the French and US Opens in 1977, (both played on clay) and the 1978 and 1979 Australian Open (both played on grass). Guillermo Vilas Profile Born: Buenos Aires, Argentina Height: 5’11" (1.80m) Weight: 165lbs (75kg) Plays: Left-handed Pro career: 1969 - 1992 Highest ATP Singles: 2 (April 30, 1975) Highest ATP Doubles: 175 (January 3, 1983) Vilas's best year on tour was 1977 when he won two of the four Grand Slam singles tournaments and 16 of the 31 ATP tournaments he entered. His playing record for that year was 130 wins to just 14 losses. He also had a record 53-match winning streak on clay courts in 1977, which stood until the record was broken by Rafael Nadal in 2006. That year Vilas also became the only man to have won titles in five different continents in the same year. visit now vilastennisacademy.com Despite his four Grand Slam titles, and record-breaking winning streaks, Guillermo was always kept from the World Number One position by Jimmy Connors. Even in 1977, when he won two of the four Grand Slam titles, Guillermo finished the year as the world number two in the ATP Rankings system. He did, however, grace the world’s top ten for nine consecutive years. ATP Career Highlights Singles Titles: 62 Doubles Titles: 15 ATP Match Record Matches Carpet Hard Clay Grass 923-284 88-44 124-50 632-162 70-26 Grand Slam Record Australian Open Roland Garros Wimbledon US Open 23-3 56-17 15-11 43-14 W (1978, ’79) W (1977) QF (1975, ’76) W (1977) Clay Specialist Academy by definition. Unbeaten. 46 Clay court titles. 75 Grand Slam matches on clay. 644 Matches on clay. Guillermo Vilas No1 Clay Surface current records. visit now vilastennisacademy.com Clay Specialist Academy by definition. Unbeaten. Training methods developed at Vilas Academy allow each of our players to complete both intensive tennis and school, receiving an intensive program based on the aspect developed by Guillermo Vilas on his career combined with physical training to get the best and optimal condition for the game. “The clay multiplies the motions, because as it sticks, it changes the trajectory of the ball at impact. Effects on clay are as important as in billiards. If you donʼt master them, you can't win.” Guillermo Vilas Interview by Florent Torchut for WeAreTennis Paribas, at Buenos Aires visit now vilastennisacademy.com Tennis & International Education Overview - Russian Tennis Federation Call us now +34 971 681540 visit now vilastennisacademy.com Russian Tennis Federation & Vilas Academy Partnership From 2013 Vilas Academy has the honor to be the first organization to reeach an integral partnership agreement for multilateral collaboration with the Russian Tennis Federation leaded to his Executive Director and President Mr. Shamil Tarpischev, for the exclusive coach and skill development of professional players. This agreement has no similar precedent in the russian sport history. Vilas Academy throught an intense direction and supervised program leaded by Sergio Sabadello share the expertise and knowledge to the develop present and future of the bests russian tennis players. visit now vilastennisacademy.com Vilas Academy & Davis Cup Russian Tennis Federation Statement With this strategic partnership for collaboration between Vilas Academy and the Russian Tennis Federation, Sergio Sabadello, as the academy Sport Director, has been named as the offcial Coach of the Russian Team for the Davis Cup. Mr. Shamil Tarpischev President of Russian Tennis Fderation Olympic Cometee visit now vilastennisacademy.com Shamil Tarpischev said after the sign agreement celebration in Moscow to the press: This extraordinary agreeement bring to us new knowledge components to our young players development program in Russia” and says: “the relation with our spanish friends from now on is specially important for the work with our players all over the year thanks to the perfects conditions and the team of Vilas Academy in Mallorca.” Tennis & International Education Overview - Education Programs Call us now +34 971 681540 visit now vilastennisacademy.com About Vilas Academy and Agora International School Vilas Academy was founded in 2002 by the legendary tennis player Guillermo Vilas, Christian Babuin Co-founder and C.E.O. and Sergio Sabadello Co-founder and Sport Director. After more than 10 years the academy has acquired a worldwide reputaion for the quality of it´s training and education as well for the professional staff with international demand. Academics and International Education Location Vilas Academy in partnership with Agora International School that belongs to the NACE group of educational centres, has the commitment to international educational innovation and high academic and social performance, without renouncing the idea of giving personalised attention meeting the needs of a young tennis player student. We propose a tri-lingual education, mixed and non-confessional, respecting the beliefs of every family and open to an enriching process of dialogue. Vilas Academy in Spain is located in Palmanova Beach the heart of the Municipality of Calvia, Mallorca. Mallorca Airport is the best connected in Europe. It ´s the operational base of Air Berlin and Air Europa, two airlines with the most frequent daily flies between Spain and Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy and all Scandinavian countries. International Approach Over 30 nacionalities are represented at Vilas Academy Philosophy Creating athletes who are performing at the highest level on the court and in the classroom, while developing their character and their drive for effort. visit now vilastennisacademy.com - Introducing the cutting edge integration of Tennis and Academics Vilas Academy is founded with the same philosophy that brought Guillermo Vilas to the top, revolutionizing the world of tennis, introducing a new style based on the principles of hard work , dedication and winning mentality leading to a path that includes 62 ATP titles, 4 Grand Slams and 1 Master. Since its creation, Vilas Academy has developed young players, on the tennis court as well as in the classroom. Training methods developed at Vilas Academy allow each of our players to complete both intensive tennis and school, in a highly challenging environment, with the ultimate goal of becoming a professional tennis player or to play college tennis with a scholarship. During their training at Vilas Academy, players not only learn how to increase their level or knowledge, they also discover how to become independent and self driven, how to handle pressure of everyday life, how to push their mental and physical limits day after day. Vilas Academy teaches players how to become responsible adults, capable of conducting their life, on the tennis court, and life. visit now vilastennisacademy.com Inside the challenge Vilas Academy and Agora Portals daily co-work is based on providing students with the necessary knowledge following educational project based on excellence and innovation. This process is complemented by a strong commitment to values education. In order to become citizens in each year, students learn in an interdisciplinary way with the values that we believe are most needed in our today’s society. Vilas Academy and Agora Portals, has the following areas: Dignity and Respect. We believe that one has dignity and respect for other only when he has it for himself. Our Secret is based on an objective, the Dignity and Respect we have for ourselves and for others. Self-improvement Effort Commitment Responsibility Empathy Tolerance Objective: Dignity and respect. Responsibility. Once secured the two gears that move our project, we can influence the importance of our actions, our thoughts, our tasks, our environment. To be responsible or have responsibilities we need to be decent and respectful. As our students grow, mature and develop, they acquire the necessary responsibility that allows them to apply their learning in all areas of their lives. Companionship and Effort. Immersed in the culture of effort and discipline, we understand the educational process as a challenge, a goal, a goal divided into smaller goals that, through hard work , perseverance, self-improvement, discipline and thoroughness, the students at Agora Portals will achieve. But as the end does not justify the means, this path should be based on kindness, respect, trust, generosity, gratitude and solidarity. Cooperative work is an essential tool in our ideology. Humility. Within our project we must understand differences, integrity, selflessness, willingness to help others... Since we believe that being humble with others allows us to grow internally. Educating without humility, the big heads will win one day. Instead, humility will make them be respected all their life. Through a process of educational coaching, our students learn to manage their emotions, their fears, their concerns... always guided by committed staff and aware that our mission, beyond the academic and / or disciplinary , is designed to influence, converge and make our students flow, forming valid citizens for today’s society. A key factor in this environment of respect and tolerance is the atmosphere one feels in every corner of Vilas Academy and Agora Portals, thanks to the numerous different cultures in our school and that lead to a social and emotional enrichment that benefits all the educational community. visit now vilastennisacademy.com Academics Admission Criterias We look for players with a real ambition to become professional tennis players. Accepted players from 13 years old. 4 key factors 1. We Rebuild the concept of tennis academy Not just hard numbers but people. 2. Individuality Working individually with each player to get the best performance while respecting and enhance the own characteristics of each one. Learning about the values of work, responsibility and courage to the challenge. Just like Guillermo Vilas and others with proven success. Applying for Vilas Academy represent the most important decision as a future profesional. A professional challenging sporttraining program supported by a high level academic education. 3. Tae advantage of the privilege. Vilas Academy will take in consideration for admission: 4. Looking for excellence Athletic level, national or international ranking and personal attitude and motivation of each player during a mandatory test program for a periodo of four weeks. How many academies there are actually led by a tennis legend and by a national team tennis coach? And players capable of living up to the challenge? The admission process is very strict, we only accept 16 to 20 players per year (September to June). That´s why we are different and unique. We know our players will represent our brand like sport ambassadors. We guarantee with hard work: - International level results - Premier academic preparation for admission to universities. visit now vilastennisacademy.com Tennis & International Education Training Plan Call us now +34 971 681540 visit now vilastennisacademy.com Training Plan We introduce a customized training program to improve high quality training and an excellent atmosphere with a team of experts. Vilas system is unique and exclusive developed by Guillermo Vilas and his team. The Academy guarantee assistance, training and personal program according to each player age and level, including: technical tutor, specific physical training programs, psychological follow up, coach managed games and periodic player evolution reports. Experienced coaches are training the players selected by level with the top goal of becoming great tennis players. Player Evaluation Physical & Physiological Aspects Stage 1 Technical & Tactical Aspects Design of specific and unique plan of work for the player Sport Director Report Own routines Stage 2 Automation of new techniques Evolution psycological ability in competition Sport Director Report and Meeting The Academy realizes a personalized work with each player in order to get the best performance of each one. Tactics of play for high level Sergio Sabadello Sport Director Stage 3 Get own variants of play according to the individual characteristics for your game Mental approach of competition Sport Director & Tournament Coach General Evaluation of capabilities Tennis & International Education The Academy - A look inside. Call us now +34 971 681540 visit now vilastennisacademy.com Just Perfect Training Facilities MON Vilas Academy is located in Palmanova Beach, Mallorca, bless with more than 300 days of sunshine per year. The Mediterranean climate offer mild winters and hot, bright summers. Palma International Airport is located 15 minutes away from the academy. Facilities are approved by the ITF, and develop in our center several international tournaments every year. b Training Areas & Amenities a d a. 10 clay courts b. 2 synthetic courts with the last generation surface c. 400 meters Track & Field d. Tennis Wall e. Outdoor pool a c d e Clay and synthetic surfaces allow the player training for every kind of ITF, ATP and WTA tournament calendar. Vilas Academy and Ibesport develops and build courts and sport facilities all around Europe. visit now vilastennisacademy.com TUE WEN THU FRI SAT SUN Tennis & International Education Living on the Academy & Social Life Call us now +34 971 681540 visit now vilastennisacademy.com Living at the Academy & Social Life Our location in Majorca give many opportunities to players to enjoy seasonal activities. Rooms Vilas players lives at Academy rooms. Double occupancy , Wi Fi Internet A/C and cleaning service. Players are always under supervision. visit now vilastennisacademy.com Cultural and recreational activities A certain number of activities are organized through out the year, but our main goal is show to players how will be daily rutines to became professional. Trekking Mountain Biking City Tour Biking Cultural Visit of Palma Cultural Visit of Cultural Events Art Museums Beach Surfing at Wave Machine visit now vilastennisacademy.com Food & Nutritional Care “The amount, composition and timing of food intake can profoundly affect sport performance” IOC Consensus Conference of Nutrition and Sport Performance. *Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included for the players *Each player will be educated in eating habits Nutrition plays a major role in achieving success in sport and we gives value at Vilas Academy restaurant for players. The benefits of eating well include: Optimal gains from the training program Enhanced recovery between workouts and events Achievements and maintenance of an ideal body weight and physique A reduce risk of injury and illness Consistency in archiving high level competition performance Meals at the campus gourmet restaurant includes well balanced menus and adopted to a child growth. Every dish is prepared daily with the finest local productos to create an exceptional experience guided by a nutritionist with the same nutritional path for professional tennis player level. visit now vilastennisacademy.com Vilas Academy and USA Scholarship Vilas Academy has a worldwide reputation in placing players into american universities after high school. Our unmatched US college network, thanks to the international agreement between Vilas Academy and Athletes USA, allows us to find the best university according to each player’s tennis and school standard. Athletes USA has helped to assist thousands of student tennis players and athletes into college. Our knowledge, experience and most importantly reputation has allowed us to become in one of the best options for student players. By creating an easy to follow 4 step program, our players understand where they are in the college recruitment process and allows our team to get our players to where they want to be. visit now vilastennisacademy.com Call us now +34 971 681540 Looking the next generation of players Vilas Sponsorship Program is a global initiative, aimed at promoting young, talented tennis players to professionalism, trough Vilas International Education Program developed in a unique place: Majorca , led by a legend of tennis Guillermo Vilas. Vilas Sponsorship Program have a budget of more than 200.000 €. dedicated exclusively to help players in Vilas Sponsorship program provides, to selected players, economic support from 30% to 100% of total cost of program (Vilas International). Players from 13 years old and encouraged to play their best in a competitive atmosphere. Some top stars playing on the Pro Tour have gone through Guillermo Vilas support. Vilas Academy, following his legacy, will help to produce the next generation of players. Want to be part of Vilas Sponsorship program? If you think you’ve got what it takes to make it to the top, fill out the application form below. The program does not requires any initial contractual relationship with the player or his parents . visit now vilastennisacademy.com Remember our 4 key factors 1. We Rebuild the concept of tennis academy Not just hard numbers but people. 2. Individuality Working individually with each player to get the best performance while respecting and enhance the own characteristics of each one. Learning about the values of work, responsibility and courage to the challenge. Just like Guillermo Vilas and others with proven success. 3. Take advantage of the privilege. How many academies there are actually led by a tennis legend and by a national team tennis coach? And players capable of living up to the challenge? International Education Guillermo Vilas Chairman 4. Looking for excellence The admission process is very strict, we only accept 16 to 20 players per year (September to June). That´s why we are different and unique. We know our players will represent our brand like sport ambassadors. We guarantee with hard work: - International level results - Premier academic preparation for admission to universities. visit now vilastennisacademy.com
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