The Vida Community
Community is a key element of Vida’s core values. Engaging, growing, and connecting with people and businesses in our community is what we are passionate about.
Vida prides itself on the relationships we create. We have a wide range of community business partners, local networks, and preferred professional providers that allow us to create a holistic network for everyone and bring people together. We are proud to create long-term relationships with top-notch related businesses and service providers.
If you are a local community business in one of our areas and believe you would be a good fit with Vida, please feel free to get in contact.
The Vida Network
Dr. Damien Lafont is a Mental Coach with Vida Mind. He aims to develop the mental skills that players need to perform at their best.
Vida Mind is committed to each individual. We understand that there are many aspects to producing a well-rounded tennis player as well as a well-rounded person through tennis lessons—but that’s exactly what we do, thus creating life opportunities for the individual.
Vida Tennis believes that creating the correct environment for the individual is paramount to their development as a player. Maintaining balance in and out of training is also essential to keep their minds stimulated, alert, and active.
Different players have different needs and requirements, so the correct environment for each one will differ slightly from person to person. But the underlying rationale is that they can continue to grow and develop their game in a holistic manner.
Below are the primary aspects that Vida Mind focuses on during their sessions:
- We believe that in elite sport, 90% of success is based on mental ability, attitude, and environment.
- We strive to train and teach mental skills during all types of sessions.
- We encourage all athletes to seek professional assistance, when required, as it can help significantly improve their life and game.
Contact Vida Mind today to arrange a suitable time for a 30-minute free info and assessment session.
Vida Footy has taken on the philosophies and values of Vida Tennis. It offers a range of services and programs for the AFL industry, including group lessons, private kicking lessons, coach education, club education, and online engagement.
Vida Footy is a unique and new way to view footy as this program is delivered year round to help develop players to their full potential.
The program is led by AFL-Accredited Coach Vince Dattoli and AFL great Anthony Rocca.
We offer lessons and programs, such as tennis, all year. Simply contact the team to arrange a free intro.
Vida Fitness operates from the Veneto Club in Bulleen and is focused on fitness for all ages and levels. We offer a wide range of services, including:
- Gym and Class Membership
- PT sessions
- Boxing
We also have several training spaces, including:
- Boxing studio
- Functional gym
- Cardio area
- Basketball Court
- Outdoor syn
- Grass area
Click on this link to learn more: www.vidatennis.com.au/fitness
Vida Partners
Tennis Only has the largest range of online tennis gear in Australia. Vida & Tennis Only have a great relationship enabling all in our community a 10% discount on their online store or their retail store in Hawthorn. Just use the code VIDA10 on checkout or in-store.
Running Warehouse is Australia’s Leading Online Specialty Running Store – for the everyday runner to the elite. The Vida community can get a 15% discount using the code vidafit15 on their online store
Vida Tennis has partnered with Aussie Athletes Agency (AAA), the nation’s longest-running NCAA compliant agency, to help educate families about the benefits and the process. AAA has a former Tennis Australia Head National Coach at the helm and their team is entirely ex-US college players and coaches including 14 from tennis. AAA has a 100% success rate and you can read more about their outcomes here and their staff here.
Spanish brand Joma Sport is the official clothing and apparel supplier for Vida Tennis. It shares the values and professionalism of Vida, which is the Spanish word for life.
Joma is currently present in over 70 countries throughout the world and is one of the leading Spanish sports brands, being in the top ten in the world rankings.
Quantum Leisure and Vida Tennis have had a partnership since day one of Vida’s existence. The team at Quantum continues to supply the Vida Team with equipment from Volkl, Tretorn, Lobster, and other sporting brands.
Quantum Leisure is a specialist wholesale tennis product supplier. They are committed to providing only the best brands with the best range of products from around the world to their customers. They have been supplying products to the Australian Tennis market since 1989.
Vida Community Partners
Technika has been a proud sponsor of Vida Tennis for more than 15 years. They produce high quality, stylish, and modern European appliances at affordable prices. Australian owned. European designed.
Our lifestyles are constantly evolving, so our requirements are always changing too. Over the years, Technika has led the way, consistently innovating to match developing tastes and needs in the kitchen.
As palates became inspired by fusion cuisine, Technika became inspired to build their new range of products using the perfect fusion of state-of-the-art functionality and contemporary designs. Their cutting-edge style ensures your kitchen looks professional yet comfortable. Their superior quality is reflected in their exacting safety standards and national service network.
This is why so many leading architects, builders, and retailers turn to Technika. Like our customers, they want the latest and very best.
Technika innovates to inspire, bringing tomorrow’s technology to your kitchen today.
Every Groove Train experience is unique yet familiar. With all their restaurants housing the relaxing, contemporary atmosphere created by the clever colour scheme and funky decor, you’re guaranteed to enjoy a fun, relaxing dining experience while the friendly Groove Train staff tend to your needs.
The diverse Groove Train menu is designed to tempt every taste, while the house specials make visible the true brilliance of every Groove Train chef. All meals offered are guaranteed to be deliciously satisfying, ensuring that every choice is the right choice.
To cap everything off in traditional Groove Train style, indulge in a perfectly brewed cup of coffee paired with a slice of scrumptious cake from their enticing selection.
Professional Partners
Damian is a qualified myotherapist with a Master’s Degree in Sports Exercise Science. He has worked on the ATP and WTA Tours with players such as Ana Ivanovic, Thiemo De Bakker, Nicholas Kiefer, and many more.
He was also head fitness trainer at the AIS Tennis Program and currently works at Tennis Australia in the National Academy. If you would like to get in contact with him, please email us so we can connect you with him.
Matt Graduated from RMIT University in 2003 and has since been working extensively in the sports and rehabilitation field. He has experience with clients of all ages and has five years of experience dealing with all kinds of spinal and peripheral injuries.
He has a Master’s Degree in Exercise Science, as well as an accreditation in Chiropractic Sports Science, and has extensive knowledge of all sports-related matters.
He is the owner of the business and is dedicated to improving the health and function of each client to reduce their risk for disease and injury. He has also worked with Paediatrics to help promote improved growth and development in younger patients.
If you wish to learn more about Matt, please visit his website for more information: http://sportsfamilychiro.com.au/
Damian Prasad – Fitness specialist
Damian is a qualified myotherapist with a Master’s Degree in Sports Exercise Science. He has worked on the ATP and WTA Tours with players such as Ana Ivanovic, Thiemo De Bakker, Nicholas Kiefer, and many more.
He was also head fitness trainer at the AIS Tennis Program and currently works at Tennis Australia in the National Academy. If you would like to get in contact with him, please email us so we can connect you with him.
Dr. Matt Bonadio – Chiropractor
Matt Graduated from RMIT University in 2003 and has since been working extensively in the sports and rehabilitation field. He has experience with clients of all ages and has five years of experience dealing with all kinds of spinal and peripheral injuries.
He has a Master’s Degree in Exercise Science, as well as an accreditation in Chiropractic Sports Science, and has extensive knowledge of all sports-related matters.
He is the owner of the business and is dedicated to improving the health and function of each client to reduce their risk for disease and injury. He has also worked with Paediatrics to help promote improved growth and development in younger patients.
If you wish to learn more about Matt, please visit his website for more information: http://sportsfamilychiro.com.au/
Balwyn Sports and Physiotherapy Centre – Physiotherapy
Balwyn Sports and Physiotherapy Centre is excited to be working with the Vida community in ensuring that you enjoy a lifetime of health and fitness while staying injury free. We established the clinic 10 years ago and are centrally located in the Eastern Suburbs.
With expertise in physiotherapy, massage, podiatry, hand therapy, and sports medicine, we are equipped to handle any of your sporting injury needs. We have worked with everyone from Olympic athletes and Wimbledon champions right through to local sporting teams and everything in between.
If you do sustain an injury, we always aim to get you diagnosed and back out there as fast as we can. To book an appointment or for more information, please visit www.balwynsportsphysio.com.au or call 03 9836 7000.
Glenn Bowen – Myotherapy
Mind Body Myotherapy is owned and operated by one of the most experienced and gifted myotherapists in Australia Glenn Bowen.
Glenn has 20 years of practical experience as a myotherapist and has worked with the North Melbourne Football Club, lectured in myotherapy for 11 years, and treated professional international tennis players and Olympic athletes.
He has the unique ability of uncovering the source of each client’s symptoms. As a visually impaired myotherapist, Glenn has developed increased sensory perception that allows him to have a greater sense of touch, which, in turn, gives him a greater sense of the tension and strain within each client’s body.
For more information, please visit his website at http://mindbodymyotherapy.com.au/.
Balwyn Sports and Physiotherapy Centre is excited to be working with the Vida community in ensuring that you enjoy a lifetime of health and fitness while staying injury free. We established the clinic 10 years ago and are centrally located in the Eastern Suburbs.
With expertise in physiotherapy, massage, podiatry, hand therapy, and sports medicine, we are equipped to handle any of your sporting injury needs. We have worked with everyone from Olympic athletes and Wimbledon champions right through to local sporting teams and everything in between.
If you do sustain an injury, we always aim to get you diagnosed and back out there as fast as we can. To book an appointment or for more information, please visit www.balwynsportsphysio.com.au or call 03 9836 7000.
Mind Body Myotherapy is owned and operated by one of the most experienced and gifted myotherapists in Australia Glenn Bowen.
Glenn has 20 years of practical experience as a myotherapist and has worked with the North Melbourne Football Club, lectured in myotherapy for 11 years, and treated professional international tennis players and Olympic athletes.
He has the unique ability of uncovering the source of each client’s symptoms. As a visually impaired myotherapist, Glenn has developed increased sensory perception that allows him to have a greater sense of touch, which, in turn, gives him a greater sense of the tension and strain within each client’s body.
For more information, please visit his website at http://mindbodymyotherapy.com.au/.