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Midwest Regional Conference

Friday, June 6, 2025
Wheaton Sport Center

Join us for a dynamic day of coach education at the 2025 Midwest Conference! This one-day event offers engaging sessions in both tennis and pickleball.

Get your PPR Certification in Level 1 and/or Level 2 in conjunction with the Conference!

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SCHEDULE

Morning Sessions

Tennis Presentations

Tennis Check-in & light breakfast

Tennis 8-8:30 am

Best Tennis Drills for Recreational Players

with Jorge Capestany

Tennis 8:30-9:25 am

Red, Orange and Green: Making Modifications to Challenge Individual Players Within a Group

with Lisane Swartwood

Tennis 9:30-10:25 am

Ace Your Growth: Energize Tennis Revenue, Memberships & Participation with RBT & Cardio Tennis!

with Jim Bates

Tennis 10:30-11:25 am

Break/Snacks/Socializing

11:25-11:40 am

To Be Truly Successful, Coach Deliberate Practice

with Dr. Michelle Cleere

Tennis & Pickleball 11:40 am - 1:15 pm

Pickleball Sessions

Pickleball Check-In

Pickleball 11:15-11:40 am

To Be Truly Successful, Coach Deliberate Practice

with Dr. Michelle Cleere

Tennis & Pickleball 11:40 am -1:15 pm

Lunch Break

1:15-2 pm

Best Group Pickleball Drills

with Jorge Capestany

Pickleball 2-2:55 pm

Footwork Drills to Improve

with Sarah Ansboury

Pickleball 3-3:55 pm

Learn How to Incorporate Mental Routines into Physical Practice

with Dr. Michelle Cleere & Sarah Ansboury

Pickleball 4-4:55 pm

Pickleball Open Play

5-6:30 pm

Registration

Registration for current PTR/PPR members:
1/2 day (tennis or pickleball content) for $60.
Full day access to presentations for $110 . 

Non-members are encouraged to call headquarters at 843-785-7244.

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SPEAKERS

Jorge Capestany

Lisane Swartwood

Jim Bates

Dr. Michelle Cleere

Sarah Ansboury

LOCATION

Wheaton Sport Center

1000 W Prairie Ave, Wheaton, IL 60187

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Suggested accommodations close to the venue are Hampton Inn Chicago-Carol Stream or Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago-Carol Stream

PO Box 2516 Zephyrhills, FL 33539

843-785-7244

Office Hours: M-F 8am-6pm EST

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Jorge Capestany

Jorge is one of only 15 people worldwide who is a Master Professional with the RSPA and an International Master Professional with the PTR.
 
Jorge has been named the National Pro of the Year by BOTH the PTR and the RSPA. 
 
After having spoken at hundreds of conferences in the US and internationally on group drills, Jorge is now a PPR-certified pickleball coach and has started a pickleball drills website with more than 450 drills. 
 
Jorge’s unique ability to demonstrate drills that effectively move people around the court and allow them to have fun while still learning makes him an exceptional speaker.

Lisane Swartwood

Lisane is passionate about empowering those around her and constantly seeks to learn from others. She brings creativity and a personalized approach to her tennis teaching, tailoring her methods to meet the unique needs of each player. Further, Lisane specializes in junior tennis and has consistently fostered significant growth in the programs she has led throughout her career.
 
Lisane earned her bachelor’s degree in Professional Tennis Management and Marketing from Ferris State University, where she also played on the tennis team. Currently, Lisane is the Director of Tennis at Wheaton Sport Center in Wheaton, IL. Additionally, Lisane is an active coach for the USTA’s Early Development Camps and holds the following certifications: PTR, PTR Mentor, USTA High Performance, Safe Sport and Cardio Tennis 2. She spoke at the Midwest PTR conference 2024.
 
When not on the court, Lisane enjoys spending time with her family, especially traveling with her daughters, Rachel and Brigitte.

Jim Bates

Jim Bates, co-founder of Sports Club Advisors, is a seasoned tennis professional and M&A advisor with over 30 years of experience in tennis and fitness clubs.  Jim began his career as a tennis pro at premier clubs and has collegiate and high school coaching experience as well. Jim holds three Professional Tennis Registry certifications and he is a Senior Cardio Tennis Trainer.  He combines deep industry knowledge with extensive expertise in club operations, business valuation and club transactions, having advised on deals exceeding $200 million. Jim is also co-author of Business Valuation for Dummies and a recognized speaker in the tennis teaching community.

Dr. Michelle Cleere

Dr. Michelle Cleere, an esteemed and dedicated Global Performance Coach, specializes in propelling athletes to their peak potential by unlocking the power of their minds and creating mental toughness, allowing them to perform at their best.

Her academic background boasts a PhD in Clinical Psychology and a Masters in Sports Psychology. 
 
Dr. Michelle’s simple yet effective tools have become indispensable resources with coaches sculpting champions.  Her impact goes beyond conventional coaching – a bestselling author, a world-renowned speaker, and a revered educator. Dr. Michelle is the creator of the bestselling “Beating the Pickleball Demons.”
 
A lifelong athlete herself, she competes in women’s doubles and mixed doubles in Pickleball. As a certified PPR coach, her expertise is endorsed by the highest standards. 

Sarah Ansboury

Sarah Ansboury has made some of the most significant contributions to the sport of pickleball. Her journey as one of the first professional pickleball players, combined with her efforts to develop and grow the sport across the country, showcases her passion and dedication. Known as one of the top instructional coaches in the sport, Sarah continues to hone her own game, currently playing on the PPA Tour with her GAMMA Air Bender 10mm as a Team GAMMA sponsored Pro.    
 
Sarah began with the Professional Pickleball Registry, (PPR) as the education consultant and clinician. At that time, her position as Director of Pickleball at Palmetto Dunes Resort on Hilton Head Island was instrumental in establishing the resort as one of the top pickleball destinations in the country. 
 
Now, we are fortunate to have Sarah as the Managing Director of the PPR which has grown to 10,000 pickleball coaches in 14 countries.  Sarah has been instrumental in launching the new Level 2 Certification as well as the enhanced Level 1 Certification.  Working with the Italian Federation, among others, Sarah trains the first wave of International PPR Certified Pros to grow our sport globally.  
 
You can learn from Sarah with her digital lessons and library at sarahansbourypickleballacademy.com where PPR members get a free subscription. Sarah Ansboury’s influence and footprint in the pickleball community are a testament to her skills both on and off the court.
 
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Here is your opportunity to connect and network with like-minded professionals! Your PTR International Racquets Conference includes several exciting networking events like cocktail receptions, dinner parties, and an industry breakfast. These are always exciting events that allow our PTR family to get to know one another while enjoying a beautiful resort!

Join Us at the Incredible SaddleBrook Resort

We’re covering it all… tennis, pickleball, and padel! At the PTR International Racquets Conference, you will find several days dedicated to tennis, pickleball, and padel to round out this total racquets conference! There will also be workshops available to become certified in various racquet sports- this is a great opportunity to become a dual impact member and elevate your coaching career!

Join Us at the Incredible SaddleBrook Resort

Nestled in the beautiful Tampa Bay area, this legendary resort is not only a premier vacation destination, it’s also one of the world’s most preeminent athletic training facilities. Don’t forget to explore the nearby world-famous beaches for an unforgettable coastal experience!

Enjoy an incredible resort minutes from the Gulf of Mexico while gaining career-changing insights in the world of coaching!