Collin Ross is a certified tennis and pickleball coach with over 15 years of experience in coaching, junior development, and athlete support. His approach combines strong technical instruction with fitness training and mentorship to support long-term athlete growth.

​

He was a former key part of the coaching team at Richmond Country Club, where he serves as a tennis and pickleball coach, fitness instructor, and junior development coordinator. Collin plays a hands-on role in both recreational and competitive programs.

​

From 2018 to 2022, he coached at Global Tennis Academy  focusing on high-performance training. He also spent time at Elite Tennis Academy, developing U8–U14 players.

​

Earlier in his career, Collin co-owned New Era Athletics, a fitness and martial arts gym, and later worked in the family business, Ross Packaging, gaining experience in business operations and client relations.

​

Collin brings an energetic, well-rounded coaching style aimed at building confident, capable, and well-rounded athletes.

​

Certifications

• Certified Tennis Canada NCCP

• Certified Pickleball Coach

• Certified Personal Trainer – Infofit, 2017

 

Education

Douglas College Sports Sciences Program (2005)
Douglas College & Kwantlen University – Sales & Marketing, 2003–2006
Infofit Fitness – Personal Trainer Certification, March 2017
North Delta Secondary School – Graduated 2002

​

Experience Highlights

• Richmond Country Club – Tennis & Pickleball Coach, Activities Director (2022–2025)

• Global Tennis Academy – Coach (2018–2022)

• Elite Tennis Academy – Junior Development Coach (2017–2020)

• Ross Packaging – Sales & Marketing Manager (2008–2017)

• New Era Athletics – Co-owner, Martial Arts & Fitness Instructor (2006–2008)

• Holds Black Belts in Karate, Pankration, Submission Grappling

• International martial arts competitor

• Former Competitor ITF senior events

• Tennis BC league caption & champion 4 consecutive years 

Email: collin@vanguardtennis.com