Coaches and Staff
Please call or email today to schedule a private lesson or join a group clinic with one of our coaches!
Zaina Nait Omar
Director and Tennis Coach
“Hi! I’m Zaina. I am from Seneca, and I’ve been playing tennis my entire life. I competed at the national level in juniors, as well as on the ITF tour. In 2019, I received a full ride to play tennis for Clemson University, and I graduated with my Bachelor in Arts in History in 2022, and went on to graduate with my Masters Degree in History in 2025. While at Clemson I was an Academic Atheltic All-American. As a junior I was ranked Top 5 in South Carolina, Top 50 in the South-East, and Top 100 in the country. I work with all ages ad skill levels, and I am also the Sports Director here at Spindle Tree. I look forward to seeing you out on the courts!”
Joe Tellachea
Pickleball Coach
“I am the pickleball instructor here at Spindle Tree Racquet Club. With 15 years advanced tennis experience and 5 years advanced pickleball experience. I specialize in teaching the fundamentals and advanced techniques of pickleball to players of all levels. Focusing on proper stroke mechanics, strategy, footwork, and game tactics. I am particularly proud of witnessing the growth of my clients firsthand and the instruction that this involves!”
Bryce Bernitt
Tennis Coach
“Hi I’m Bryce, I’m from Atlanta Georgia but moved to upstate South Carolina area in 2021. I played four years of college tennis at Brevard College in Brevard, NC. During my collegiate career I played 1 singles and 1 doubles. In addition, I was selected as part of the 2024 USA South All-Conference team. I graduated from Brevard with a Bachelors of Art in Exercise Science. I enjoy working with all levels of older kids(middle/high school) and adults.”
Noah Lewis
Tennis Coach
“Hi, I’m Noah Lewis, a tennis coach and Brevard College graduate with a major in Exercise Science and a minor in Coaching. My 10-year competitive tennis journey includes four years of NCAA Division III play, where I competed at a high level and earned several distinctions, including multiple USA South Conference honors.My playing experience also includes lettering for five years on my high school varsity team, being awarded MVP and Most Improved Player for two consecutive years, and winning the 2021 USTA JTT SC State Championship. As a coach, I’ve assisted with clinics and summer camp programs at various tennis clubs, focusing on technique, strategy, conditioning, fitness, and safety. My goal is to create a lasting impact on my community through tennis, inspiring and empowering the next generation of players with the technical skills and values of discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship that tennis embodies. I’m excited to shape players and foster a love for the sport that I enjoy so much.”
Felicia
Club Ambassador
“I am the club cat here at Spindle Tree! I have lived here since 2009, and I regularly patrol the grounds to ensure our guests and members are having fun and also giving me pets! I particularly enjoy greeting members in the parking lot in the morning. I especially love scratches behind the ears and under the chin. I am very friendly, so if you see me, feel free to say hello!”