About Appleby’s Head Pro, Nick DePaul

Certified & Experienced: Nick is a Tennis Canada certified Club Professional with extensive experience coaching in Burlington. He’s worked with players of all ages and skill levels, from juniors to adults, beginners to high-ranking competitors. He is currently pursuing his Club Professional 2 certification.

Versatile Coaching: Nick has coached club teams, run junior camps, and even served as a hitting partner for top players.

Positive Approach: Known for his enthusiasm and positive attitude, Nick makes learning enjoyable and motivating.

Accomplished Player: Nick was formerly ranked in the Top 25 in Ontario, demonstrating his strong understanding of the game.

A Tennis Canada certified Instructor, Ines is a former competitive tennis player with experience competing nationally and internationally on the ITF circuit. Over her career, she has earned multiple National Doubles titles, Provincial Singles titles, and ITF Doubles titles. With extensive knowledge of the competitive game, she has coached players of all ages and skill levels, from young juniors to adults - running junior camps, organizing match play sessions, providing private lessons, and serving as a hitting partner for competitive players. She is known for her positive and energetic coaching style, making learning both enjoyable and effective. As a former national and international competitor, she loves helping players improve their technique, confidence, and understanding of the game while creating a positive and motivating environment on court!

Nick’s assistant for the summer, Christian, is a Tennis Canada Certified Instructor pursuing his Club Pro 1 over the summer. Christian has experience coaching several levels of play at many different clubs. Christian has led and assisted in summer camps, beginner to advanced junior programs, and a variety of adult clinics. Christian has been around tennis his whole life, with some of his earliest memories being watching his older brother compete in tournaments. As a player, Christian was among the top-ranked juniors in his age group in Barbados and South Carolina. He has competed in Ontario's provincial championships and national qualifiers up to the U18 division. Christian continues to work on his game at Queen's University.