ABOUT ME

Patricia “Coach Paty” Toro is a certified USPTA and PTR Level 2 Tennis Professional originally from Mérida, Venezuela. With over two decades of tennis experience from competing internationally to coaching in the U.S., she brings both passion and expertise to the court. She's also a certified NASM Personal Trainer, making her uniquely qualified to train the body and mind.

She works with all ages and skill levels, from beginners learning fundamentals to competitive athletes sharpening their strategy. Fluent in Spanish and English.

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🏅 CERTIFICATIONS

  • USPTA Tennis Certification

  • USTA Certified Official

  • PTR Tennis Certifications (Level 1 and 2)

  • ITF Certified Coach (Level 1)

  • ITF Referee Certification

  • NASM Certified Personal Trainer

⚡ EXPERIENCE

With over 20 years of coaching experience across Venezuela and the U.S., Coach Paty brings a deep understanding of tennis development at every level — from beginners learning their first forehand to competitive players preparing for tournaments.

🏆 CURRENT ROLES

Tennis Pro — Porters Neck Country Club
Wilmington, NC | 2024–Present

  • Coaching junior and adult players of all levels in private and group formats.

  • Leading junior clinics and player development programs.

Tennis Pro — University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)
Wilmington, NC | 2021–present

  • Teaching beginning and intermediate tennis class to the UNCW students.

  • Focusing on teaching the fundamentals along with the most important aspects of the game: technique, physical, tactical, mental and more.

🏫 PAST ROLES

Tennis Pro — Holly Tree Racquet and Swim Club
Wilmington, NC | 2019–2024

  • Tennis Director of the Junior Program from 5-13 years old. Working on different levels starting with red balls, orange balls, green dots and yellow balls.

  • Teaching private, semi-private, group lessons and team practices for adults, and coordinator of summer camps for different levels and age groups.

  • Coached players from first-time beginners to high-level competitors.

Tennis Pro — Compass Point Community
Leland, NC | 2018–2019

  • Teaching adult (seniors) private, semi- private lessons and team practice focused on league prep (doubles strategy) and competitive play.

  • Building confidence and skills across beginner to advanced levels for older people, focusing and giving them some tools to work on mobility, dynamic- static stretches to help them to avoid injuries.

Coach & Grounds Technician — Althea Gibson Tennis Complex
Wilmington, NC | 2017–2018

  • Maintained courts, managed facility operations, and led youth and adult tennis clinics.

  • Assisted with tournament operations and special events.

☀️ SUMMER CAMP EXPERIENCE

Paty has served as Head Tennis Coach and Lead Assistant Coach at top summer camps across North Carolina and Pennsylvania, including:

  • Indian Head Camp – Equinunk, PA

  • Oak Island Tennis Camp – Oak Island, NC

  • UNCW Seahawk Summer Tennis Camp – Wilmington, NC

  • Oide Point Country Club Performance Tennis Camp – Wilmington, NC

She worked with kids and teens of all ages, focusing on building skills, confidence, and a love for the game in a fun and supportive environment.

🇻🇪 COACHING IN VENEZUELA

Before moving to the U.S., Paty was the Head Coach at:

  • 5 Aguilas Blancas Tennis Academy

  • Polideportivo Luis Ghersy Govea Tennis Academy
    Merida, Venezuela | 2006–2012

She trained youth and adult players, developed competitive athletes, and built a reputation for technical excellence and motivational coaching.

WORK WITH ME

Smashing feedback!

  • Coach Paty is just very supportive and knows what to say. She is very encouraging since I was getting frustrated. The main thing she made me a better player was my volleys and serves.

    - Sue Anne F.

  • "Her approach is structured, challenging, and highly effective, while still being supportive and motivating. She has a great ability to tailor lessons to a player’s needs and push them just the right amount."

    Dave H.

  • "She is able to explain complex body movements and techniques into easy-to-understand steps and she demonstrates them; then practices with my daughter to ensure her doing them correctly and consistently."

    Blenda & Hans

  • "She is knowledgeable and patient. You can tell she has a love of the game and her enthusiasm is contagious. Whether you’re looking to take your game to the next level, or just starting out I HIGHLY recommend Coach Paty!”

    Christina R.

  • "We were nervous and intimidated at first and before our first lesson was over she was quick to settle our nerves. She is passionate about teaching and her love of tennis is infectious."

    Allison S.

  • "Paty is great with the kids, both from the perspective of tennis strategy and technique, and the manner in which she works with the kids."

    Paul M.