Georgetown Prep Tennis Staff

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As a USPTA certified Tennis instructor, Marco takes great pride in sharing his passion for the sport with players of all ages in the Washington DC community through ProsToYou Tennis, a company which he runs and operates.
His academic and professional experiences within the tennis industry have been diverse, focusing on both the actual coaching and the business side. Marco received a Kinesiology & Sports Marketing / Management BS at the University of Maryland, and an MA degree Sports Industry Management at Georgetown University. An extensive employment history allowed Marco to gain precious insights on the managerial and business areas of the industry. Previous experiences include working as the Program Manager at Junior Tennis Champions Center in College Park, Maryland and the Director of Business Development & Special Events for the Citi Open Tennis Tournament in Washington DC.

marco@gpreptennis.com

Ed Tripp is USPTA/PTR/PPA certified and joined our team with over 35 years of teaching experience here in the Washington DC area. Prior to coming to Montgomery TennisPlex, he was the Director of Tennis at Norbeck Country Club. Ed was also the Director of Tennis at the Westleigh Recreation Club in North Potomac, Director of Adult Tennis at the Bullis Tennis Training Center, and at Potomac Swim and Tennis Club. Tennis Magazine’s Advantage named Ed the Mid-Atlantic Unsung Hero Award in 2003 for his contribution to grassroots tennis programs.

Rates: 

Private Lessons: $115/hour

Semi-private Lessons: $130/hour

ed@gpreptennis.com

Danny is a USPTA and PTR certified teaching professional with over twenty years of teaching experience. He spent the early part of his teaching career as a Junior Development Director before shifting his focus to adult teams and doubles play. Danny enjoyed success as  Head Professional for Adults and Assistant Director at a number of clubs in the US before starting DC31 Tennis in 2020. He has been instrumental in coaching many ladies teams to success and advancement in their respective regional leagues. He is excited to join the Prep team to share his passion for inspiring players and expanding tennis in the area.

Rates: 

Private Lessons: $140/hour

Semi-private Lessons: $160/hour

danny@gpreptennis.com

Head Coach of Prep Performance Program

Diego is USPTA certified and began his tennis career at the age of 9, in San Miguel de Tucuman, Argentina.  As a junior player, he excelled in all age divisions, going on to accomplish a top ranking of 5 in Argentina, his home country. Throughout his career, he has played and competed against former top professionals including David Nalbandian and Guillermo Coria, both of whom achieved #3 world ranking.  After his amateur playing career, Diego’s passion for the game propelled him to begin his own tennis academy in Argentina, and later in the U.S. With over 20 years of high-level playing and coaching experience, Diego continues to be committed to sharing the lifetime sport of tennis with as many students as he can, for all ages and levels.

Rates: 

Private Lessons: $135/hour

Semi-private Lessons: $160/hour

diego@gpreptennis.com

Raul has been at Georgetown Prep Tennis since 2003. He has a very decorated tennis background that culminated in a #1 ranking in El Salvador in 1996. He competed professionally in both Davis Cup and ATP Satellite tournaments. Raul was the captain of El Salvador's Fed Cup team and the captain for the country's National Junior Tennis Team. Here, he developed the Mid-Atlantic Junior Tennis Academy, instructs Georgetown Prep's varsity tennis team, and teaches adult and junior clinics while conducting private lessons for all ages and abilities. Certifications PTR, ITF.

Rates: 

Private Lessons: $120/hour

Semi-private Lessons: $130/hour

Pro +3: $50 per player p/hour

Pro +4: $40 per Player p/hour

raul@gpreptennis.com

Justin was a Division 1 Scholarship Player at North Carolina A&T. He specializes in developing and implementing Junior and Adult Club Programs as well as doubles strategies for all levels. Justin provides private, semi private, or 4 and A Pro Clinics.
Justin works with red green and orange ball all the way to high performance high school players. His focus is on technique, strategy and fitness to develop the complete player. 

Rates: 

Private Lessons: $115/hour

Semi-private Lessons: $130/hour

justin@gpreptennis.com

Director of Prep Performance Program

NCAA Division 1 Scholarship Player
NCAA Division 1 and Division 3 Coach
Coached over 70+ NCAA Division 1 and 3 players
USPTA Elite Certification
Specializes in match tactics, adjustments, focus, and belief for tournament players.

Rates: 

Private Lessons: $150/hour

Semi-private Lessons: $170/hour

nitin@gpreptennis.com

Head Coach of Prep Performance Program

Rates: 

Private Lessons: $115/hour

Semi-private Lessons: $130/hour

andrew@gpreptennis.com

Head Coach of Prep Performance Program
Jorge is a dedicated and passionate coach who instills a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a deep respect for the sport in all of his players. He was ranked #6 in Colombia among U18 players and #37 in South America among U16s. Jorge also has extensive collegiate experience, playing Division I tennis at Tennessee State for two years before transferring to Coppin State, where he competed at the #1 singles and doubles spots. Throughout his career, he earned numerous accolades, including MVP awards, All-Conference honors, and multiple academic distinctions.

In addition to his competitive playing career, Jorge has participated in junior ITF and professional tournaments, gaining valuable experience at the highest levels of the game. After his playing career, he coached Division III tennis at Hood College while earning his MBA, further refining his coaching skills. With experience coaching players of all ages and abilities—from beginners to college-level athletes—Jorge is committed to helping his students reach their full potential both on and off the court.

Rates: 

Private Lessons: $100/hour

Semi-private Lessons: $115/hour

jorge@gpreptennis.com