Our Coaches

Vasili Arnaut
Level 2 Certified Functional Trainer
TRX, STC, TRX GTC, TRX Sport Medicine
World Certificates
Master of Sports in Powerlifting
Multiple CrossFit and weightlifting competitor
Professional Certified kinesis coach
9 years of professional experience

Kristina Gnesina
Level 1 ACE Certified Personal Trainer
Master of Sports in Field Hockey
I am fond of dietology, biochemistry, psychology and the construction of a beautiful body

Alexander Lansky
Level 2 Certified Personal Trainer
University Degree in Physical Culture, Sports and Health
Experience in Boxing and Martial Arts
Experience in Weightlifting
I approach training with the personal philosophy and belief that optimal health is attained through proper form and movement

Aziz Makhkamov
Junior Development Coach
Former Top 3 ranked player in Uzbekistan
Former Top-ranked NJCAA Player
Official US Open hitting partner

Andrey Vyaltsev
Junior Development Coach
PTR Certified Coach
25 years of coaching experience

Denis Shchuchinov
Junior Development Coach
PTR Certified Coach
20 years of coaching experience

Gagik Bazyan
Junior Development Coach
USPTA, PTR, and ITF Certified Coach
Coach of the Armenian National Team
30 year of coaching experience

Julia Tarasenko
Master of Sport of Russia
Coach for Olympic Magnet Sports School for Children and Youth, Moscow, Russia – 2 years
9 years of coaching experience

Anastasia Nazarenko
2012 Olympic Gold Medalist
Rhythmic Gymnastics Instructor
USAG Professional Member, Safety Certified
5 years of coaching experience

Alyona Sotnikova
WTA Player
Top 200 in the World in Singles

Khrystsina Tryboi

Pavlo Bednarzh
Director of QuickStart Tennis Program
Certified Tennis Whizz Clinician
20 years of coaching experience
PTR Certified Tennis Coach

Arthur Velnik
NCAA Top Player 2005
Former Top 5 Sectional Player
US Open Hitting Partner 2013

Iryna Sukhova
Former WTA Tour Player
Coach to top internationally ranked players

Alex Demidenko
Co-Director of Junior Development
Former USSR Champion
David Cup USSR & Belorussia Team Member
Head Coach of the former USSR, Girls National Team
Head Pro at Brooklyn Racquet Club for 20 years

Sergey Igel
Co-Director of Junior Development
High-Performance Tennis Coach
US Open Official Hitting Partner
2011 MAAC MVP of the Year

Vladimir Curinnoi
Professional Swimmer
Swimming Instructor since 2010
WSI (Water Safety Instructor)
ASCA (American Swimming Coaches Organization) Level 2
Detail oriented, expertise in stroke development from novice to professional level. Motivational, psychological teaching approach, adjusted on individualized level
Engraves love for water in children and creates a fun learning environment

Dmitry Krapaney
Uzbekistan National Swim Team member (Master of Sport)
Champion of Uzbekistan Republic in 200 meters free style
Degree in Physical Education, Institute of Physical Culture (1999)
ASCA (American Swimming Coaches Association) Level 3
6 years Team Coaching experience for USA Swimming

Sam Uchenik
Professional Swimmer for 10+ Years / Water Polo Player
WSI (Water Safety Instructor)
Specializes in strengthening and improving the technique and skills in developmental swimmers

Grigori Shautidze
Competitive Swimming Background
Stroke Development Specialty
WSI (Water Safety Instructor)

Valeri Kopot

Constantin Voytenko
Swimming Instructor since 1995
ASCA (American Swimming Coaches Organization) Level 2
Coaches kids and adults of different levels and age groups

Aleksandr Osipenko
Special merits and recognition in Federal, Local, and District level Championships
WSI (Water Safety Instructor)

Lilya Gibatullina
MatchPoint Aquatics Member since 2015
Professional Swimmer for over 10 years
WSI (Water Safety Instructor)
Focuses on growing a new generation of swimmers, by providing best quality instructional work and individualized approach

Svetlana Malovatckaia
10+ Years Experience Working with Kids
Specializes in Pre-School Aquatics
WSI (Water Safety Instructor)Swimming Instructor since 1995
ASCA (American Swimming Coaches Organization) Level 2
Coaches children of various backgrounds and turns them into strong and confident swimmers

Marina Rubtsov
Swimming Instructor since 1995
ASCA (American Swimming Coaches Organization) Level 2
Coaches children of various backgrounds and turns them into strong and confident swimmers

Maria Zadorozhny
Over 10 year experience working with kids
Specializes in pre-school aquatics
WSI (Water Safety Instructor)
Loving and attentive, with individualized approach

Valeriya Curinnaia
Full Swimming Scholarship Recipient at Queens College (CUNY)/ NCAA Division 2/ Master of Sport
Swimming Coach/ Instructor since 2007
ASCA (American Swimming Coaches Organization) Level 2
Experienced and Motivational Coach for all levels and age groups
Builds disciplined and aspiring young champions

Karen Ghukhasyan
Swim coach/ water polo coach (1995)
Armenian National Swim Team Head Coach (2008)
Water Polo Coach (2009)
Coached 6 National level Swimmers as well as Armenian Record Holder and Olympian (Brazil 2016)

Ilia Larin
Olympic Trial in 1,500 meters freestyle
Swimming Coach/ Instructor since 2010
ASCA (American Swimming Coaches Organization) Level 2.

Oxana Shifrina
Master of Sport: 100/200 meters Breaststroke, 800 Freestyle
Experience teaching Learn To Swim Program, Adult and Individual Classes
WSI (Water Safety Instructor)
ASCA (American Swimming Coaches Organization) Level 1
Extensive Swimming Background and ability to get along with adults and children of all ages make up for an instructor of choice for you and your child

Volodymyr Lakhman
Level 2 Certified Personal Trainer
Master of Sport in Judo
Mater of Sports in Sambo
The world-class master of sports on Grappling (the Brazilian ju-jitsu)

Alexandra Koroleva
Level 1 NESTA Certified Personal Trainer
Physical Education Graduate
Boot Camp Fitness Instructor
Specialty in Step Training and Pilates

Uliana Ptashnik
Level 1 trainer
Fitness Competitor
Master of sports Volleyball
strength and general fitness

Valery Kluchnikov
Level 2 NASM and NFPT Certified Personal Trainer
Advanced weight training, nutrition
Corrective exercise
Functional anatomy and stretching
Over 10 years of experience

Sergie Penevsky
Director of Fitness
Certifications: N.A.S.M. Personal Training, Corrective Exercise Specifications
CrossFit Level 1 Coach
ASCA Level 2 swim coach
Training for Triathlon

Kristina Gres
Level 1 Certified Personal Trainer
Master of Sports Candidate in Boxing (2013)
7 years of experience in general fitness
Health and wellness coaching, holistic approach to deliver real results, Trainer who is committed to supporting you in transforming your health and achieving your fitness goals.

Kristina Gnesina
Level 1 ACE Certified Personal Trainer
Master of Sports in Field Hockey
I am fond of dietology, biochemistry, psychology and the construction of a beautiful body

Alexander Lansky
Level 2 Certified Personal Trainer
University Degree in Physical Culture, Sports and Health
Experience in Boxing and Martial Arts
Experience in Weightlifting
I approach training with the personal philosophy and belief that optimal health is attained through proper form and movement

Volodymyr Lakhman
Level 2 Certified Personal Trainer
Master of Sport in Judo
Mater of Sports in Sambo
The world-class master of sports on Grappling (the Brazilian ju-jitsu)

Alexandra Koroleva
Level 1 NESTA Certified Personal Trainer
Physical Education Graduate
Boot Camp Fitness Instructor
Specialty in Step Training and Pilates

Uliana Ptashnik
Level 1 trainer
Fitness Competitor
Master of sports Volleyball
strength and general fitness

Valery Kluchnikov
Level 2 NASM and NFPT Certified Personal Trainer
Advanced weight training, nutrition
Corrective exercise
Functional anatomy and stretching
Over 10 years of experience

Aziz Makhkamov
Junior Development Coach
Former Top 3 ranked player in Uzbekistan
Former Top-ranked NJCAA Player
Official US Open hitting partner

Andrey Vyaltsev
Junior Development Coach
PTR Certified Coach
25 years of coaching experience

Denis Shchuchinov
Junior Development Coach
PTR Certified Coach
20 years of coaching experience

Gagik Bazyan
Junior Development Coach
USPTA, PTR, and ITF Certified Coach
Coach of the Armenian National Team
30 year of coaching experience

Alyona Sotnikova
WTA Player
Top 200 in the World in Singles

Khrystsina Tryboi

Pavlo Bednarzh
Director of QuickStart Tennis Program
Certified Tennis Whizz Clinician
20 years of coaching experience
PTR Certified Tennis Coach

Arthur Velnik
NCAA Top Player 2005
Former Top 5 Sectional Player
US Open Hitting Partner 2013

Iryna Sukhova
Former WTA Tour Player
Coach to top internationally ranked players

Alex Demidenko
Co-Director of Junior Development
Former USSR Champion
David Cup USSR & Belorussia Team Member
Head Coach of the former USSR, Girls National Team
Head Pro at Brooklyn Racquet Club for 20 years

Sergey Igel
Co-Director of Junior Development
High-Performance Tennis Coach
US Open Official Hitting Partner
2011 MAAC MVP of the Year
Coaches

Ann Salnikova

Christopher Orobinsky
My name is Christopher Orobinsky; I am graduating from Staten Island technical high school, class of 2018. This fall I will be attending Hunter College on the Macaulay program with an intended major in biology in hopes of becoming a surgeon. I have been swimming since I was 8 years old. Ever since then swimming has always been a vital part of my life, it saddens me that my college doesn’t have a male swim team but I intend on continuing swimming on my own and for Match point.

Konstantin Petrov
Coach to National Prize Winners and Olympic Trials Qualifiers
Olympic Bronze Medalist, USSR Swim Team Member (1981-1992)
European Record Holder, Gold and Bronze Medal in European Championships, and World Cup
World Class Coach, over 25 years of Coaching Experience, ASCA Level 4

Valeri Kopot
Instructors

Vladimir Curinnoi
Professional Swimmer
Swimming Instructor since 2010
WSI (Water Safety Instructor)
ASCA (American Swimming Coaches Organization) Level 2
Detail oriented, expertise in stroke development from novice to professional level. Motivational, psychological teaching approach, adjusted on individualized level
Engraves love for water in children and creates a fun learning environment

Dmitry Krapaney
Uzbekistan National Swim Team member (Master of Sport)
Champion of Uzbekistan Republic in 200 meters free style
Degree in Physical Education, Institute of Physical Culture (1999)
ASCA (American Swimming Coaches Association) Level 3
6 years Team Coaching experience for USA Swimming

Sam Uchenik
Professional Swimmer for 10+ Years / Water Polo Player
WSI (Water Safety Instructor)
Specializes in strengthening and improving the technique and skills in developmental swimmers

Constantin Voytenko
Swimming Instructor since 1995
ASCA (American Swimming Coaches Organization) Level 2
Coaches kids and adults of different levels and age groups

Marina Rubtsov
Swimming Instructor since 1995
ASCA (American Swimming Coaches Organization) Level 2
Coaches children of various backgrounds and turns them into strong and confident swimmers

Valeriya Curinnaia
Full Swimming Scholarship Recipient at Queens College (CUNY)/ NCAA Division 2/ Master of Sport
Swimming Coach/ Instructor since 2007
ASCA (American Swimming Coaches Organization) Level 2
Experienced and Motivational Coach for all levels and age groups
Builds disciplined and aspiring young champions

Karen Ghukhasyan
Swim coach/ water polo coach (1995)
Armenian National Swim Team Head Coach (2008)
Water Polo Coach (2009)
Coached 6 National level Swimmers as well as Armenian Record Holder and Olympian (Brazil 2016)

Ilia Larin
Olympic Trial in 1,500 meters freestyle
Swimming Coach/ Instructor since 2010
ASCA (American Swimming Coaches Organization) Level 2.

Oxana Shifrina
Master of Sport: 100/200 meters Breaststroke, 800 Freestyle
Experience teaching Learn To Swim Program, Adult and Individual Classes
WSI (Water Safety Instructor)
ASCA (American Swimming Coaches Organization) Level 1
Extensive Swimming Background and ability to get along with adults and children of all ages make up for an instructor of choice for you and your child

Gvantsa Abramishvili
- Master of Sport in Georgia
- Georgian national Team Member
- USAG Professional Member, Safety Certified
- 10 years of Coaching Experience

Oleksandra Hatnyanska
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- USAG professional member, Safety certified
- 15-years of circus inspired dance choreography and performance
- 16-years of teaching competitive rhythmic gymnastics

Sophia Vugmayster
Rhythmic Gymnastics Coach
- USAG Professional Member, Safety Certified
- Competitive Rhythmic Gymnast for 13 years
- Over 3 years of coaching experience

Faten Alali
Director of Pre-Team Program
- Graduated from Damascus Higher Institute of Dramatic Arts
- USAG Professional Member, Safety Certified
- Master of Sports in Acrobatics and Artistic Gymnastics of Syria
- Performed as part of Inana dance theater with international touring
- 5 years of Sport and Documentary TV Broadcasting experience
- 18 Years of Coaching Experience: Gymnastics, Ballet, Modern/Jazz/Latin Dance

Julia Tarasenko
Master of Sport of Russia
Coach for Olympic Magnet Sports School for Children and Youth, Moscow, Russia – 2 years
9 years of coaching experience

Anastasia Nazarenko
2012 Olympic Gold Medalist
Rhythmic Gymnastics Instructor
USAG Professional Member, Safety Certified
5 years of coaching experience