Private Lessons & Coaches in Manhattan Beach, CA

Passionate about sharing my love for the game, I bring 12 years of playing experience to the court and 2 years of coaching high school students, fostering a fun yet focused learning environment. As an experienced player myself, I understand the nuances of tennis and tailor my approach to each student's individual needs and aspirations. Let's unlock your full potential together!

"The lesson was quite helpful, especially in focusing on my backhand technique, though I still have some room to improve on my footwork and consistency. Sabrina’s guidance was clear without being overbearing, which I appreciated. I’d consider trying another lesson to keep building on what I’ve learned.

With 18 years of swim instruction, I foster a supportive yet challenging environment, helping students achieve their aquatic goals. My expertise spans technique refinement, endurance building, and instilling a lifelong love for swimming. I’m dedicated to empowering swimmers of all levels to unlock their full potential in the water.

USGTF Certified Teacher, PGA Associate #30033579

"He is a talented coach and can point out my weaknesses

For fifteen years, I've been driven by a passion to unlock the potential in every soccer player, fostering both individual growth and team success through a fun, engaging, and disciplined approach. I am currently on the mens soccer team at Long beach city college and have previously played on the salvadoran youth national team. I mainly focus on Goalkeeper trainings but i do have experience coaching field players as well. (You are welcome to send more then one student)

"My control with the ball improved so much after training with coach ricky one of the best coaches i’ve had

I have a passion for working with students and helping them learn. Witnessing my players' growth and development as individuals gives me a tremendous sense of accomplishment. When I can positively influence their skills, I feel fulfilled in my role as a coach. Additionally, I strive to foster a friendly and supportive relationship with my players, as I believe that being seen as a friend first, then a coach, is crucial for maximizing the learning potential and making lessons engaging and enjoyable for the students. In group lessons, I incorporate diverse group exercises to enhance the overall learning experience.

"Bright and focused, the lesson gave me solid technique tweaks and a clear path forward, excellent, really. Anticipating more progress, I’m eager to keep refining through Ali’s guidance.

Briana Esparza was the head coach of the Girls Varsity Golf team at Providence High School in Burbank, California, having joined the athletics department in July 2024. With a strong background in education and mental health treatment, Briana combines her passion for teaching with her love of golf to inspire young athletes. She has a strong ability to get anyone started in their journey with golf.

"I appreciate Briana’s approach, she really emphasized that small adjustments can lead to noticeable improvements, which was pretty helpful. Though I still have some work to do on my accuracy and consistency, her calm style keeps things manageable, and the focus on making golf enjoyable rather than stressful resonated with me. Still, I’m optimistic about building on what I learned so far and perhaps trying another lesson soon.

As a former professional Tennis coach in Australia, I've become widely recognized as one of the best tennis coaches around the country. I've also played at the highest level and am a Pan Pacific and Australian Masters champion in both singles and doubles and a recent winner of the Oregon senior games. Now residing in L.A. I bring a wealth of expertise tailored for everyone - from absolute beginners to seasoned pros. I'm a Certified PTR Professional Coach and very passionate about this amazing game. I'm here to refine your skills and boost your enjoyment and love for the game. I am President of the newly formed World Tennis Association LLC and the founder of Modified Tennis to keep less mobile players in the game longer. I also have a YouTube channel called Professional Tennis TV John Gill.

"AMAZING COACH!!! So sweet and patient!! Was early and ready to go and very accommodating! My first lesson, but I felt like I learned so much!!

Hello! As the Tournament Director and President of The World Pickleball Association LLC, I bring a wealth of experience to the court. With multiple pro certifications, including being a certified pickleball coach with both PPR and IPTPA, I have been teaching and refining players' skills for years. Beyond coaching, I also run and compete in tournaments, winning the WPA World Championships Open Men's Doubles in 2023 and the Los Angeles Open Mens Doubles 2024. All this experience gives me a complete understanding of the game . I also play the APP and PPA Champions Tour. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned player, I'm well-equipped to guide you on your pickleball journey. https://youtube.com/@JohnGillPickleball Check out my John Gill Pickleball YouTube channel covering all the fundamentals and strategies of pickleball! https://youtu.be/1xFn7tyPxBk Here are some recent articles that have covered my experience as well: https://www.sunnews.org/locals-bring-home-the-gold-in-lb-pickleball-event/amp/ https://www.sunnews.org/local-is-making-push-for-pickleball-in-olympics/ I look forward to helping you learn or improve your Pickleball, Best wishes, John Gill https://youtube.com/@JohnGillPickleball

"great session with John - provided lots of good tips and feedback

New to Pickleball? Im with OOFA DBLO and have about a year of coaching experience, I'm glad you’d rather Dink than Drink.

"Drew was knowledgeable and kind. He was patient with us and made our time so much fun.

Featured Golf Professional on CBS Sports and KCAL 9. Advanced PGA Professional with over 20 years experience from London, UK. Former Director of Golf of an exclusive country club for 12 years. Have taught at all levels from Tour players to beginners. Qualified in Biomechanics, Trackman, Aimpoint, Sam Putt Lab, Psychology and Fun! Guaranteed to take beginners in one lesson to hitting the ball over 100 yards using a special method developed in Europe. I have also taken several amateurs onto the Professional Tours. Past clients include; Presidents, Prime Minister’s, countless celebrities, high profile professional athletes and corporate executives. Whatever your background or ability we will ensure you get results and have fun whilst improving! Each new client will have a bespoke lesson plan, including a physical screening to prevent injuries with detailed lesson notes, videos and images post lesson, to highlight the changes and areas of focus.

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