Coaches
Fabián Gelibter
Padel pioneer in Málaga, international coach educator and Türkiye national-team head coach.
Life and work
The story behind the role.
Gelibter studied physical education in Buenos Aires and moved from Argentina to Málaga with his family in 1988. He initially worked in teaching, tennis training, gymnastics and physical preparation before becoming involved in the then little-known sport of padel.
He began teaching padel after meeting players connected with Marbella and founded Miraflores Club, described as Málaga city's first padel club, in April 1993. He later organised competitions, introduced coach education to Málaga and worked as a referee.
His later career expanded into international courses for coaches, players and officials. The same development path led to his appointment as Türkiye's national-team coach.
Achievements and distinctions
- 01
Founded Málaga city's first padel club, Miraflores Club, in 1993.
- 02
Brought an early padel coach-training course to Málaga in 1995.
- 03
Qualified as a padel umpire in Spain in 1998.
- 04
Coached Bea González during the opening years of her development.
- 05
Delivered international padel education across Europe and Asia.
- 06
Appointed head coach of Türkiye's national padel team.
Career connections
Teams and organisations
Miraflores Club · ProSport · Türkiye national padel team