At Kinetic Racquet Club, we are proud to offer access to a world-class coaching and support staff. Whether you’re starting your journey or chasing the professional tour, our team is here to help you achieve your goals.
Head Professional Coaches
Leading our training philosophy, our Head Coaches bring decades of international experience and proven results — guiding athletes from their first rally to the world stage.
Wael El Hindi 🇪🇬
Co-Founder & Head Coach
A former World No. 8 and one of Egypt’s most gifted players, Wael brings elite playing experience and coaching excellence to Kinetic. As a PSA pro for over a decade, his career highlights include a U.S. Open title and gold at the World Team Championships. Since transitioning into coaching, Wael has helped multiple juniors reach #1 in the U.S. national rankings and guided student-athletes into Ivy League programs like Harvard, Yale, and Princeton. Passionate about mentorship, he co-authored Ready, Set, Squash! and serves as a U.S. Junior National Coach. Born in Giza, Egypt, and now based in Florida, Wael is dedicated to developing players on and off the court.
Charles Houlton 🇵🇪
Head Squash Professional
Originally from Lima, Peru, Charles has coached national champions across South, Central, and North America for over 15 years. As Head Coach of Peru’s Junior and Women’s National Teams, he led athletes to podiums at international events and over 100 national gold medals. A certified WSF Level 2 coach, Charles has worked with junior, collegiate, and professional players, earning a reputation for building elite talent with a personal approach. He has also served in leadership roles with the South American, Pan American, and World Squash Federations, including as Sport Manager for squash at the 2019 Pan American Games. Charles currently leads Kinetic’s high-performance pathway and academy programs.
Touring Pros
Professional players who train at Kinetic and bring the intensity of the PSA World Tour — available for select match play and hitting sessions.
Amanda Sobhy 🇺🇸
HWR No. 3
Harvard alum and World Junior Champion, Amanda is the highest-ranked American in history. She brings elite PSA experience and leads Team USA on the global stage.
Miguel Ángel Rodríguez 🇨🇴
HWR No. 4
Colombia’s most iconic player, “The Cannonball” is a former World No. 4 with 30+ PSA titles, known for his speed and flair.
Rowan El Araby 🇪🇬
HWR No. 7
A top Egyptian player and former World Junior Champion, Rowan reached World No. 7 and continues to thrive on the PSA World Tour.
Jasmine Hutton 🏴
HWR No. 16
A rising star for England, Jasmine is known for her attacking game and strong international results.
Rachel Arnold 🇲🇾
HWR No. 17
Rachel is a key player for Malaysia and a consistent performer in both team and individual PSA events.
Hana Moataz 🇪🇬
HWR No. 27
Hana transitioned from a standout U.S. college career to the PSA Tour, where she quickly broke into the top 30.
Yahya El Nawasany 🇪🇬
HWR No. 32
A thoughtful and technical player, Yahya is a rising talent in Egypt’s world-renowned squash pipeline.
Tom Walsh 🏴
HWR No. 60
Tom is a tactical, well-rounded player representing England across international PSA events.
Jeremías Azaña 🇦🇷
HWR No. 69
Jeremías is a fast-rising South American player with an aggressive, high-energy style.
Tahj Lumley 🇯🇲
Jamaica National Team
Tahj is a national champion and top Caribbean junior, known for his passion and dedication to growing the game in the region.
Catalina Pelaez
HWR No. 56
Catalina is a creative and technically gifted player, a key figure for Colombia in singles, doubles, and team events.
Performance & Recovery Partners
Our on-site partners deliver expert support in padel coaching, strength & conditioning, and physiotherapy — helping every athlete stay strong, sharp, and ready to perform.
Gavin Hendry
Certified Padel Coach
Gavin Hendry is a certified padel coach with the Racquet Sports Professionals Association, bringing over 35 years of experience in tennis and padel. His passion for padel is infectious, and his extensive background in competitive tournament and league play provides him with unique expertise. Whether coaching beginners or advanced players, Gavin aims to inspire, develop, and elevate every athlete’s game.
Merissa Carpenito, M.Sc., CSCS, USAW-1
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Merissa Carpenito is a certified strength and conditioning specialist with a Master’s in Sports Science. She has coached at IMG Academy and Florida State University, working with tennis, basketball, and baseball athletes. Merissa designs performance programs that enhance strength, agility, and injury prevention, tailored to each athlete’s needs.
Justin Russ
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Justin Russ is an elite strength and conditioning coach with experience training Grand Slam champions, NCAA Division I athletes, and top-ranked juniors. He has held leadership roles at IMG Academy and the University of Virginia, and is known for his athlete-centered approach to performance and injury prevention.
Dr. Kim Bacalla, DAT, LAT, ATC
Certified Physiotherapist
Dr. Kim Bacalla is a licensed athletic trainer with a Doctorate in Athletic Training. As recovery specialist, she specializes in injury rehabilitation, manual therapy, and return-to-play strategies. With experience across various sports, Dr. Bacalla ensures athletes recover efficiently and safely to return to peak performance.