Private Lessons & Coaches in Norwalk, CT

My passion for tennis extends beyond the court, into the joy of nurturing talent and witnessing growth. As a former college player with two decades of playing experience, I'm dedicated to helping players of all levels reach their full potential in a fun, engaging environment. Let's unlock your inner champion together!

Fueled by a lifelong love for tennis, I bring 20 years of coaching experience, shaped by my time as a D1 athlete. My passion lies in helping players of all levels unlock their potential and elevate their game. I'm committed to a supportive and effective learning environment.

I teach tennis lessons to anyone and everyone. Never touched a racket? No problem! Do you want to go up a level, make the high school team, or be able to play with friends? Kids, high schoolers, adults, couples, and groups. I love tennis! USPTA level 2 Certified, Tennis Serve Specialist. Worked with Rick Macci (coach of 5 world #1 ones including Williams sisters and Andy Roddick), Jose Higuras (head of U.S. high performance program), Jeff Salzsentein (former top 100 player), Hans Podlipnik (Wimbledon QFist), and many others. Head high school coach for 11 years, active tournament player, patient teacher. Passionate about helping underserved kids throughout Seattle learn tennis and have organized and connected with many initiatives to do so. My goal is to help you achieve your goals whether that be improving technique or beginning to learn to play. To that extent, I am fairly flexible in my approach. For beginners, I focus on technique, proper grips, and generating topspin. To do this, I focus on hand feeding a lot of balls early on to develop proper technique and to train the muscle memory. Specifically, I teach a semi-western forehand, two-handed backhand, volley fundamentals, split stepping, proper footwork and serve mechanics. I also work with students who have one-handed backhands. I am a big believer in putting in a lot of time on the serve. For more experienced players, I will work with you to either identify areas for improvement or to work on areas you’ve identified you would like to improve.

"Irvin was patient and helpful with a beginning student, and we look forward to working with him more in the future.

I’ve played soccer for a young age of 5 until high school, that’s when football became a love of mine from high school through College, basketball as a youth for 2-3 years, & I’ve been heavily involved in boxing for the last 5 going on 6 years. Since finding my desire to help others improve I would host workouts for football players in my free time at my local field working with all different experience levels. During the summer of 2017 I volunteered as a youth football coach for the Bridgeport Chargers for the age group 9-12 putting kids through drills, full workouts, teaching them how to improve at their skills positions which lead me into the field of peak performance training. Having trained a few kids & pre-teens in boxing giving them specific easy to grasp directions to build the confidence that it take to learn the skill of self defense. My goal has been to making exercise, sports, & learning simultaneously fun.

"He has a great ability to keep me accountable, and to push me within my upper limits a long for me to mentallly push myself

With my 9 years of soccer experience, I plan to teach others and help them grow within the beautiful sport of soccer! I have experience at the high school varsity level, club travel level, and NCAA College level. I hope to use my knowledge and skills to help students reach their goals with personalized soccer training

Dancing for 20 years in ballet and 3 years in contemporary, modern, and improv, I bring a wealth of experience and a passion for movement to every class. Let's dance!

Michael began studying violin at age 4 with the Suzuki method. He later enrolled in the Jacobs School of Music studying Viola performance with Abraham Skernick, former principal violists with the Clevelend Orchestra.

I come from a soccer background. Watching my father coach and play and my brother play up until it was my turn to start my journey when teams were available. My father has won multiple state cup championships and is currently a scout and trainer for the New York Redbulls as well as coaching two teams at Trumbull United. I played for him for 5 years, from the age of 6-11, playing 3 years up and winning two state cups with that team. I then transitioned to beachside for two years. From there i played at south central academy. I was the 2nd person in the history of Trumbull high to make varsity as a freshman and went on to be the leading goal scorer in the fciac as a freshman. I left Trumbull high and went to south kent boarding school where i would go on to win two national championships and multiple regional nepsac championships under the legendary coach Owen Finberg. After that, i went on to play college soccer. I am currently still in college and playing at the upsl level as well as usl2. I had ankle surgery over the fall, so i will not be playing this school year. I have more than enough time to give my all to coaching and developing the next generation. Soccer is my passion and in my blood. Being a current player at a high level and playing amongst the top in the country has given me knowledge of the game that you cannot simply learn by watching videos or reading a textbook. I have a lot to offer having played striker, cdm, left back, wingback, my entire career.

"Helped me get ready for my college pre season. Wouldn’t have been able to get through it without him!

Kayla has been playing pickleball for 3 years and has competed in tournaments across the nation. Currently holding a 4.5 DUPR, she continues to improve her game while gaining valuable experience. In the last 6 months, Kayla began coaching and is now IPTPA certified, eager to share her expertise and passion for the sport with players of all levels.

"Kayla was incredibly patient when it came to explaining proper technique and making corrections when necessary. She helped to build my confidence on the court and made the experience very enjoyable. Time flew by; I cannot wait to book a lesson with her again and get back on the court. Worth every penny!

Don DiLorenzo – Certified Pickleball Instructor I’m a PPR-certified pickleball instructor with over 4 years of coaching experience, working with players of all ages and skill levels—from brand-new beginners to advanced competitors. My goal is to make learning fun, approachable, and tailored to each player’s unique style and goals. Whether you’re looking to build a strong foundation, fine-tune your technique, or develop winning strategies, I offer clear, supportive instruction that helps you grow your game with confidence. I specialize in fundamentals, court positioning, shot selection, and game IQ—while keeping sessions dynamic, safe and engaging. Let’s get you playing smarter, faster, and with more enjoyment every time you step on the court!

"Don is an excellent choice for seniors looking to learn or improve at pickleball. He understands the limitations of people that are slightly older like myself. He focuses on fundamentals, puts safety 1st and explains how to play smarter not harder while creating a relaxed, welcoming environment. Players feel supported and comfortable at every level. Keeps the fun in the game.