Don Johnson - CEO & Co-Founder
Greetings from Don Johnson and welcome to Kids N’ Tennis, Inc.
I am the CEO and Co-Founder of Kids N’ Tennis, Inc.
I’m a Certified Tennis Teaching Professional, with the United States Professional Tennis Registry (PTR). I have been certified for 25 years and have been teaching tennis for over 35 years.
During this time, I have worked primarily with junior players of all ages and levels in the Portland and Vancouver metro area.
In 1987, I co-founded Kids N’ Tennis, Inc. with Andre St. James, as a community tennis organization whose primary focus was on kids and tennis. Over the years we have established partnerships with a variety of tennis organizations: USTA (United States Tennis Association), the PTR, Portland Parks & Recreation, local schools, businesses and others to promote the sport of tennis, and provide information on health, and nutrition.
This kid’s tennis program has rallied tennis enthusiasts of all ages to assist in promoting tennis, helping mentor kids and assist them in achieving their educational and athletic goals,
while providing a safe and positive environment for them to build confidence & self-esteem.
I relocated to Houston, Texas in 2012 and now live in Missouri City, Texas which is about 20 miles from Houston and am currently working with the Houston Youth Tennis program and Houston Parks and Recreation.
I also have created a sister program, Kids N’ Tennis – TEXAS that works closely with our program in Portland, Oregon.
Email me: [email protected]
I am the CEO and Co-Founder of Kids N’ Tennis, Inc.
I’m a Certified Tennis Teaching Professional, with the United States Professional Tennis Registry (PTR). I have been certified for 25 years and have been teaching tennis for over 35 years.
During this time, I have worked primarily with junior players of all ages and levels in the Portland and Vancouver metro area.
In 1987, I co-founded Kids N’ Tennis, Inc. with Andre St. James, as a community tennis organization whose primary focus was on kids and tennis. Over the years we have established partnerships with a variety of tennis organizations: USTA (United States Tennis Association), the PTR, Portland Parks & Recreation, local schools, businesses and others to promote the sport of tennis, and provide information on health, and nutrition.
This kid’s tennis program has rallied tennis enthusiasts of all ages to assist in promoting tennis, helping mentor kids and assist them in achieving their educational and athletic goals,
while providing a safe and positive environment for them to build confidence & self-esteem.
I relocated to Houston, Texas in 2012 and now live in Missouri City, Texas which is about 20 miles from Houston and am currently working with the Houston Youth Tennis program and Houston Parks and Recreation.
I also have created a sister program, Kids N’ Tennis – TEXAS that works closely with our program in Portland, Oregon.
Email me: [email protected]
"USPTR selects Coach Johnson as "USPTR 2021 Oregon Pro of the Year."
The United States Professional Tennis Registry announced at its 2021 International Tennis Symposium that Coach Johnson was selected Oregon PTR Pro for 2021. Johnson received this prestigious award for his 30 plus years of charitable work with Kids N' Tennis, Inc (KNT). Coach Johnson co-founded KNT with Andre St. James in 1987. Since its inception Kids N' Tennis, Inc. has provided free and reduced tennis lessons, camps, and activities for
children in the Portland Metropolitan Area. KNT is open to any child who is interested in playing tennis. The program provides quality instruction from certified teaching professionals. Johnson was recognized for establishing youth tennis programs in Portland, Oregon and Houston, Texas, and assisting former Kids N’ Tennis Instructors with programs in other cities. |
USPTR "2021" Oregon Pro of the Year.
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Michael Navarro - President
As a young teacher Coach Mike spent his first Kids ‘N Tennis Summer Camp in 2004.
However, this was not his first time working with KNT. In a unique arrangement with Portland Parks & Recreation, Kids N’ Tennis, Inc. assumed management of the St. Johns Racquet Center. One of its first community clients was Open Meadow Learning Center. Coach Mike, an avid tennis player, made arrangements with KNT, where students from Open Meadow could learn tennis while receiving PE credit. Later on with his summers free he combined his love of tennis, with his passion of working the kids into commitment that led to him working full-time with Kids N’ Tennis, Inc.
Seventeen years later Coach Mike is still going strong, playing in USTA Adult Tennis leagues and becoming a certified tennis teaching professional with the United States Professional Tennis Registry (PTR). Coach Mike’s primary responsibility for Kids N’ Tennis, is with its Junior Development Program. You’ll usually see him at practice on weekends, working with the younger players focusing on footwork, fundamentals, and fun!
Email me: [email protected]
However, this was not his first time working with KNT. In a unique arrangement with Portland Parks & Recreation, Kids N’ Tennis, Inc. assumed management of the St. Johns Racquet Center. One of its first community clients was Open Meadow Learning Center. Coach Mike, an avid tennis player, made arrangements with KNT, where students from Open Meadow could learn tennis while receiving PE credit. Later on with his summers free he combined his love of tennis, with his passion of working the kids into commitment that led to him working full-time with Kids N’ Tennis, Inc.
Seventeen years later Coach Mike is still going strong, playing in USTA Adult Tennis leagues and becoming a certified tennis teaching professional with the United States Professional Tennis Registry (PTR). Coach Mike’s primary responsibility for Kids N’ Tennis, is with its Junior Development Program. You’ll usually see him at practice on weekends, working with the younger players focusing on footwork, fundamentals, and fun!
Email me: [email protected]
Kofi Asare-Konadu - Vice President
Kofi has been playing tennis for 13 years. He first started out as a beginner with Kids N Tennis, and once he got started, his tennis skills soon began developing as well as his passion for the game. After graduating from Seattle University with a B.S. in Biology, He moved back to the Portland Area to become a USPTR certified tennis coach, and Vice President of Kids N' Tennis. Coach Kofi enjoys working with beginners and developing their athletic abilities, and technical skills. He also works with advanced players, providing them with the necessary instruction to reach the next level of the game.
Kofi's main duties include planning events for Kids N' Tennis, and developing creative new ways to expand the programs reach. He currently stays active by participating in USTA tournaments, adult leagues, and constant training to stay in top form!
Email me: [email protected]
Kofi's main duties include planning events for Kids N' Tennis, and developing creative new ways to expand the programs reach. He currently stays active by participating in USTA tournaments, adult leagues, and constant training to stay in top form!
Email me: [email protected]