Our Team
Stephen Bean
Co-founder of Teddy Tennis LtdStephen is a career marketer and has spent 20+ years working in corporate marketing in the computing sector. More recently Stephen has been involved in teaching and lecturing in marketing. Stephen has combined his commercial, marketing and teaching skills to develop the Teddy Tennis program into a deliverable and highly desirable lifestyle program for young children.
Phone: +447747100000
Email: Stephen@teddytennis.com
Richard Bean
Co-founder of Teddy Tennis LtdRichard is a career tennis coach and singer songwriter who has combined both skills & expertise to create the Teddy Tennis concept. Richard, who is one of the UK’s leading children’s tennis coaches, attributes his success to his unique ability to communicate and interact with young children. Through these special communications skills, Richard has been able to tap into the imagination of his young pupils and to jointly create the songs, stories and characters that make up Teddy Tennis.
Phone: +447973284780
Email: Richard@teddytennis.com
Alexander Tvaliashvili
Co-founder of Teddy PadelI have dedicated my entire life to the world of sports and its development. My tennis journey began in 1991 as a junior, winning the Shpyer Championship in Germany, as well as singles and doubles titles in both the Soviet Union and Georgia. Since 2021, I have focused on expanding the Teddy Sports World programme in London alongside its founders, introducing exciting new additions like Teddy Padel. My greatest passion lies in working with young children - because the earlier you reach them, the greater their potential. I believe in inspiring confidence, skill, and a lifelong love for sport.
Phone: +33686079163
Email: alex@teddypadel.com
Candice Rawlins
Co-founder of Teddy Padel & Commercial DirectorCandice is the co-founder of Teddy Padel and Teddy Swimming, programmes designed to introduce young children to sport in a fun and engaging way. With over 15 years of experience, she successfully runs a thriving swimming, tennis, and padel club. A passionate teacher, she specialises in coaching children aged 7 and under, bringing energy, patience, and creativity to every session. As a dedicated Teddy coach, she believes in the power of play-based learning to build confidence, coordination, and a lifelong love for sport. For Candice, nothing is more rewarding than delivering fun, safe, and effective lessons that truly make a difference.
Phone: +33638235363
Email: Candice@teddysportsworld.com
Candace Smit
Client LiaisonMy name is Candace Smit, and I have been part of the Teddy Sports World Head Office team since 2021. In my role, I manage general email enquiries, assist potential franchisees with onboarding, and provide marketing support through social media and website updates. I also handle processing orders for our online pro shops, invoicing potential franchises, shipping equipment to franchisees and customers worldwide, and assisting with the ordering of equipment and clothing. With a career in the sports industry dating back to 2008, I bring over 15 years of experience to Teddy Sports World. I enjoy combining my passion for sport with my expertise in customer service and operations. I am proud to support our range of programs — Teddy Tennis, Teddy Padel, Teddy Soccer, Teddy Cricket, and Teddy Sports Club — all designed to inspire young children to be active, confident, and passionate about sport.
Phone: +270722748640
Email: Info@teddysportsworld.com
Jordan Hambly-Nuss
Marketing ManagerJordan Hambly-Nuss holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a specialisation in Marketing. For the past four years, Jordan has been leading marketing efforts at Teddy Sports World, where creativity and strategy come together to grow the brand and engage communities. Outside of work, Jordan enjoys walking, exploring nature, and traveling.
Phone: +270764943772
Email: Jordan@teddysportsworld.com
Prima Roy Pramanick
Creative Content IllustratorPrima Roy Pramanick is a creative force who has been spreading imagination, joy and creativity since 2013. With a decade-long journey at Teddy Sports World, Prima has blended animation, illustration, and storytelling to make learning games fun and sports irresistible. Passionate about turning play into purpose, Prima uses cartoons and visual narratives to inspire children and adults alike to embrace sports with enthusiasm. Her vision is clear: to transform the way people see physical activity—not as a chore, but as a celebration of movement, creativity, and community. Through art, Prima champions a world where everyone finds joy in sport.
Phone: +918777619074
Email: prima.bkp@gmail.com