Private Lessons & Coaches in Austin, TX

With over 15 years of experience in high-level basketball, I am a former Division 1 athlete and professional player turned elite basketball trainer. Born with a passion for the game, I came to the U.S. on a full scholarship to compete at the collegiate level, where i built a solid foundation in both skill and discipline. After graduating, I went on to play professionally around the world — including stints in Georgia, Mexico, Rwanda, and the United Arab Emirates (Dubai). Competing internationally allowed me to absorb different basketball styles, cultures, and training methods, all of which shaped my unique approach to player development. Now based in Austin, Texas, M is focused on giving back to the game by training the next generation of athletes. He specializes in building complete players — emphasizing fundamentals, basketball IQ, body conditioning, and mental toughness. Whether it’s a beginner or a high school athlete with college dreams, My mission is to help young players unlock their full potential both on and off the court. Through my new training brand, I am bringing global experience, pro-level intensity, and heart-centered mentorship to kids in Austin.

"Pape's lesson was quite thorough, really covering a lot in just an hour and his positive attitude and encouragement was a great fit for my daughter. We’re looking forward to more lessons.

With over four decades of experience as a Certified Tennis Professional, I'm dedicated to helping players of all levels enhance their skills and enjoyment of the game. Whether you're a beginner looking to grasp the fundamentals or an advanced player seeking to refine your technique, I'm here to guide you on your tennis journey. Teaching allows me to share the joy of movement with others. There’s something exhilarating about watching a player improve their skills and enjoy the physical activity. My teaching approach emphasizes biomechanically sound strokes, skill evaluation, and the often-overlooked fundamentals of teaching group lessons. Teaching Tennis allows me to make a positive impact on the lives of others. Whether it’s helping someone achieve their fitness goals, overcome challenges, or simply find joy in the game, knowing that I’ve played a part in their journey is immensely fulfilling.

"I'm glad to say my recent lesson with Cecil helped me improve my forehand consistency, especially on those wide balls, even though staying low still feels a bit tricky. Though I feel more confident overall, I think I need to focus on faster recovery after hits. Still, it's encouraging to see progress in court coverage and footwork, so I might try to keep building on these areas. If you're looking to sharpen your baseline game, Cecil's approach might be worth trying.

Having embraced the world of pickleball for three and a half years, I bring a unique blend of passion and a tennis background to the court. Beyond the love for both sports, my forte lies in unraveling the nuances of pickleball, enhancing shot selection, and refining strategic gameplay. I take joy in fostering connections within the pickleball community, uniting players of similar skill levels for a shared love of the game. Join me for a pickleball experience where strategic insights meet community building, creating a dynamic and enriching environment on the court. Let's elevate your pickleball journey together!

"I’d say the lesson with Mayra was quite helpful. She explained the fundamental rules pretty clearly and offered good feedback on my serve, though I still need to work on my positioning. Still, I appreciated her focus on basic strategies, which made me more confident about playing with others. If you're looking to get started or brush up on the fundamentals, you might want to give Mayra a try.

Brian, an accomplished adult player, has won a Texas sectional Men’s Open level major zone tournament and achieved a 6.0 NTRP rating. He is also a former Texas sectional major zone tournament champion at the 5.0 level and was USPTA certified to teach tennis 1999. Among his many achievements, his favorite memory is playing father-son doubles. As a coach, Brian has guided thousands of students, earning recognition from the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department for his work with junior players. Many of his former students have reached the super champ level, with one winning an NCAA D3 national championship in 2019.

"Generally, I find Brian has a good structure on the court, and he can rally with me for more energy and engagement which keeps things pretty active. Still, I’d like to see us progress towards a full shot regimen during rallies, though. If that improves, I think it’ll help me quite a bit moving forward. Definitely worth trying out if you want a coach who can keep the structure going without losing focus.

I picked up tennis as a middle schooler, played as a high schooler and enjoyed it competitively into both college (recreational) and during active duty. I continue to play, learn and tutor my children. I also had the honor of coaching elementary and middle school children as a Senior in high school. My desire to coach is in inspiring the next generation in this wonderful sport. Elaborating; my more competitive years were from 1994-1997 where I would compete across the state of Oklahoma in numerous USTA tournaments. Additionally, our high school hosted and participated in weekly matches and tournaments during the fall and spring school semesters. On a personal level, I am a Christian, husband, father, and hobbies are numerous because I’m an adventurous guy (tennis, golf, fishing, snorkeling, scuba diving, mountain and trail hiking, Astronomy). Professionally, I completed my Master’s Degree in 2016 & recently my PMP Certification (Project Management Professional). Security+ (CE) certified. Additionally, I coached Jr. Flag football (6 seasons), Jr. Volleyball (1 season) & Little League Baseball (2 seasons). My MinistrySafe Background Church sponsored by First Baptist Church of Georgetown (TX) was renewed as of July 2025 which included specific training in Sexual Assault Prevention and Reporting. TMT has a copy of the previous background annual check. During the week of 21-25 July 2025, I volunteered and served as the Small Group Leader for one of the 4th & 5th grades boys and girls (16 children; 2 supporting volunteers). 2025 RECAP: 30 Different Students 173 Lessons of Varying Player Levels Age Groups included: -Young children -Teenagers -Adults

"We practiced a lot of drills and drills I had never done before and we were taught scoring. :-)

I'm David, and after 30 years of playing 4.5 tennis, I discovered my passion for Pickleball and haven't looked back since. Now, I'm excited to share my expertise as a Certified PPR Coach and help beginners up to 4.0+ DUPR players improve their skills and understanding of this dynamic sport. Despite initial hesitation, I've come to love Pickleball even more than tennis and am eager to guide others in enjoying this game as much as I do. Let's work together and elevate your Pickleball game!

"The lesson with David was quite helpful, especially with his focus on specific techniques that I hadn’t fully grasped before. Though I still have some areas to refine, I left feeling more confident in my paddle control and positioning, which was pretty good. I’d consider signing up for another lesson to keep improving. But, we still have 4 more lessons, I think.

With 25+ years of tennis experience, I'm dedicated to sharing my knowledge and expertise with players of all ages. From serving techniques to game improvement, I'm here to help you elevate your skills and enjoy the game to the fullest.

"As an adult beginner who wants to learn how to play causally with friends, Piyush has helped me better understand the game. He is very patient when I have questions. As a result of my lessons, I have better awareness of the game and how to respond. He’s good at changing his pace to accommodate my learning while also encouraging me to learn new things.

My mission is to teach you how to use your hands properly to hit a golf ball with effortless power and control. The skills you develop will improve all aspects of your golf game. Get Your Game In Gear! History: - State Team Champion – State of Maryland 1984, Runner-Up State Team Championship 1985. - Two time NJCAA Individual Qualifier 1986 and 1987. Montgomery College, Rockville MD. - 2002 Two Ball Champion of the Baltimore Cup – Caves Valley MD. - Two time Individual Qualifier for the Maryland Open (2008 and 2009). - Two time Individual Qualifier for the Maryland Amateur (2008 and 2009). I can honestly tell you that I never felt I could get to the next level in golf because my swing always fell apart at some point during a round. I was missing something that the better players knew but I had yet to learn. Then I met my mentor AJ Bonar from The Truth about Golf TV fame. I flew out to San Diego to have a private lesson and my golf life changed. It took just five minutes to instantly improve my ball striking, chipping and putting. We played a round the next day and I shot three under par. I became a plus 2 later that year and qualified as an amateur to play in two consecutive Maryland Opens – professional event. My swing held up! So what does this all mean for you? I will teach you the methods and techniques that I learned 22 years after I started to play the game. You are never to old to learn what really works in golf and you are not too young to learn how to use the club properly. I am honored and excited to carry this legacy to the next generation of golfers. Let’s Get Your Game in Gear.

"Coach Bert has been great with Allie and we look forward to more lessons and progress.

I’ve been playing and coaching Pickleball for 7 months and am currently rated 3.6. I’m passionate about helping players of all skill levels improve their game, especially those who are new to the sport. My patience and dedication ensure that every player feels supported and motivated to reach their full potential. I also play baseball and combining my skills from baseball to Pickleball is a great learning opportunity for myself! If you love baseball and are new to Pickleball, a lot of your knowledge will transfer over to advancing in Pickleball!

"Tyler was great!!!