Private Lessons & Coaches in La Jolla, CA

I coached men's college basketball for 16 years and women's for 10. I coached also High school girls basketball for 8 years at a low income first generation school. I coached intercollegiate tennis for 20 years and I also played intercollegiate basketball and tennis. I primarily work with professional athletes and intercollegiate athletes, but I do take on a few new clients a year that are beginners, middle schoolers, and high schoolers.

With two decades dedicated to basketball, I cultivate players' skills and strategic thinking. My tailored approach fosters confidence, maximizing potential on and off the court. I provide focused basketball lessons and coaching services.

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I have 14 years of teaching experience in the U.S. Navy as a Damage Controlman, where training and mentoring Sailors is a core responsibility. I teach through a patient, structured, and hands-on approach, adapting to each student’s learning style. I’ve worked with students ranging from brand-new Sailors to senior leaders, helping them master technical skills, emergency procedures, and professional development goals.

My name is Zefora Ortiz-Gomez. I am a first-generation college graduate. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Chicano Studies from the University of California, Berkeley, where I developed a strong commitment to educational equity and student advocacy. My professional experience includes working with foster youth, transfer students, and first-generation college students. As a bilingual professional fluent in both English and Spanish, I am dedicated to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment.

I'm a bilingual English and Spanish tutor with bachelor's degrees in Spanish and Biology from the University of Redlands and a background in healthcare. I personalize every lesson to each student's goals, whether it's conversation, grammar, pronunciation, travel, or professional Spanish. My teaching style is patient, supportive, and interactive, creating a relaxed environment where students gain confidence and develop practical communication skills.

bring a strong background in coaching and on-court performance. I have worked closely with players in a coaching capacity, helping develop consistency, match awareness, and overall performance through structured hitting sessions and feedback. One of my most valuable experiences was serving as a hitting partner at an ATP tournament, where I trained with high-level athletes in a professional environment. I have worked with people ranging from age group of 9 to 60.

Let's step up to the plate! For the past decade, I've been sharing my passion for baseball and helping players of all levels improve their game. My coaching philosophy emphasizes building a strong foundation, developing skills, and fostering a love for the sport. I’ve grown with the game so I consider my teaching to be Dynamic, emphasis on footwork, power, human genetics and create a mental preparation of the game of baseball. I’ve coached at every level the youth has to offer, developmental to the nationally elite. I’ve won national championships and CIF high school championships I’ve coached All American Youth Baseball 10u teams 12 East Cost East Bay tour and National Coach of the Year award AABC

"My son see’s Coach Danny for infield, he breaks it down real simple because he focuses on footwork and being Dynamic. When people ask, who trains Isiah for infield. Coach Danny is the coach I tell them.

I started to play volleyball when i was teenager at school . I graduated in physical education (bachlerdigree)and I have 3degree coaching certificate. When I was playing volleyball I had responsibility to warm teammates as team captain. And also asisted my coach in the children(13_9)class twice a week because I always love volleyball and children . ​"I am an experienced mountain climber and have been a yoga practitioner for 6 years. During the pandemic, I spent my time coaching online yoga classes 5 days a week."

With 17 years of baseball instruction, I cultivate not only skills but a lifelong love for the game. My dedication extends to fostering each player's unique potential, focusing on precision, strategy, and sportsmanship. Let's work together to unlock your full baseball potential. I also am a current professional baseball player.

"Coach Al is a coach on my 10u team, he helped me with my swing and helped me gain confidence in the box, he showed me how to stay calm and always have an approach before stepping in, he also taught me what to do with two strikes and what adjustments I can make to allow me to better see the ball in and battle in the box. Overall I love his style and teaching and I’m thankful for his help.

Music is more than notes; it's a language I've spoken fluently for 57 years, reaching the professional level. Let's unlock your guitar potential together, whether you're a beginner or refining advanced skills. i’m a former scholarship student from the San Francisco Conservatory of music. I played professionally on television and radio type my name into YouTube to see and hear more music. Guitar studies with Joe Pass, classical guitar studies with Pepe Romero, studio guitar studies with Jimmy Wyble who was staff guitarist for Paramount. selections from my CD “listen closely to art”can be heard on 88.3.

"From the parents; Ian let us know that you are a wonderful teacher. He told us that you have a vast amount of knowledge and so much to offer. He was very happy with his lessons.!