Private Lessons & Coaches in Los Gatos, CA

I am an RPO Certified Level 1 coach with 4 years of pickleball experience and 40 years as a tennis player and coach. Winner or medalist at multiple tournaments and invitee to the 2024 MLP Nationals in St. louis, MO. I cultivate a positive learning environment. My expertise enhances technique and strategy for players of all skill levels. Let's improve your game while having fun on the court! Instruction provided at the Fremont Tennis Center in Fremont, CA or at the new Picklr Milpitas location.

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Engineer from Georgia Tech, over 35 years in 3 countries, 3 industries, and 3 MNCs. TEFL l5 certified. Certified corporate trainer at Baker Hughes. Experience includes: field operations; manufacturing QC; business development; general management; startup operations; English-Mandarin translation support (both spoken and written), project mgmt. I help engineers, technical professionals, and international employees in business English, Presentation and Communication coaching, interview preparation.

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Hey everyone, I’m Jon! I’m a 5.0 level player and professional coach that has 3+ years of teaching experience at The Hub Alameda and locally. I’m looking to bring my expertise to help local players improve their game! As someone who worked their way up to 5.0 from the intermediate level, I am intimately familiar with all the pitfalls along the way from beginner to advanced levels and what it takes to grind to that level. My teaching philosophy has always been rooted in approaching the game as simply as possible. I emphasize simple, repeatable shot mechanics. And equally important, I take the time to explain how shot selection and strategy impact your progress just as much as shot execution! I’m 100% confident that in just a single, one hour session we can make noticeable improvement in either shot quality or a shift in strategic thinking. You can always expect each session to be tailored to your specific needs. Pacing will always be adjusted to your progress. At the end of each session I’ll send you notes for the key points we covered as well as actionable feedback. Looking forward to working together to help you improve your game to the next level! Happy to answer any questions.

"Jon was my first pickleball coach for a good part of one year. My simple goal was to strive to improve my shot skills to unlock my potential through self-awareness. Jon truly enhanced my development as a pickleball player by focusing on the fundamentals. Jon organized coaching lessons focused on repetitive drills, drills and more drills – starting with dinks, drops, resets, punch volleys, flick volleys, speed ups, deep serves, footwork, positioning, placement and court awareness. Jon’s clear explanations and demonstrations was key to learning. Jon kept me motivated, inspired and encouraged. Jon quickly adapted to my learning style with good and calm talk that effectively helped me during drills to reinforce correct form & habit. Jon observed early on that I was reaching & hitting off-balanced more than I should; afterwards I became more conscious & deliberate about moving my feet to avoid stretching. I learned about my habits that influenced the changes that made me more confident. My sessions with Jon became an enjoyable journey of self-discovery which exceeded my goal.

Hi, My name is Kate. With over 25 years of experience, I have traveled and competed in professional tournaments all over the world. Throughout my career, I achieved a USTA National Ranking of #6, reached quarterfinal of the KPSF Open, earned an ITF ranking of 170, and a WTA ranking of 490. A full scholarship to the NCAA Division 1 university allowed me to continue my competitive career, where I achieved an ITA singles ranking of #18 in the nation and was honored as an Athlete of the Year.

With over 15 years of surfing experience and 9+ years as a surf instructor, I deliver professional, safety-focused coaching tailored to all skill levels. My expertise in wave reading, surf technique, and ocean awareness helps students build confidence and progress efficiently. Fluent in five languages, I communicate effectively with an international clientele and create an inclusive, supportive learning environment.

With over two decades dedicated to racquet sports, I offer expert pickleball and tennis instruction. My tailored approach cultivates skills while fostering a love for the game, and I bring fun and focused coaching to every lesson. Let’s find a strategy for your personalized needs. I’m ready for anyone who is ready to learn new and exciting things.

I’ve been coaching since 2016 at Nike Tennis Camp (Stanford). Worked Cardinal tennis since 2016 where I ran clinic. In 2024, I started coaching private lessons in Menlo Park area. I mainly work with red ball, orange ball, yellow ball (beginner and intermediate level). I have players who are playing in tournaments, so I coach them and take them to tourney’s too.

Youth soccer coach with 6+ years of coaching experience across USA, Scotland, and India. MSc Sports Management, University of Stirling. Coached U22 teams with Evolution UK International and studied Scottish second division football. Hold US Soccer 11v11 License, Scottish FA certifications, and IOC coaching credentials. Former player with 15 years of experience. I bring structured, fun, and development-focused sessions for all ages.

I have been playing tennis for over 10 years and currently compete in college tennis with a UTR of 8.3. I have been coaching for the past 4 years, working with players of all ages and skill levels. As a coach, I am patient, motivating, attentive, and dedicated to helping players improve. My goal is to help each player develop their technical, tactical, and mental skills while enjoying the game. I tailor every lesson to the individual needs and goals of each player.

I bring over two decades of experience as a coach, mentor, player, and analyst to enhance your tennis journey. Let's work together to improve your game, covering techniques and mindset and gaining a competitive edge. With a lifelong passion for tennis, I'll share experiences and tennis trivia spanning over half a century. My coaching approach has nurtured champions in the California NCS top competitive championship, and I'm dedicated to helping you strive for excellence on the court. Join me, and let's make your tennis experience exceptional and rewarding!

"Oh, I’d say the lesson was quite helpful, really, we worked through when to use line or cross shots, plus some focus on my forehand and backhand ground strokes. Though I’d like to get more practice on my serve and volleys at the net, the work on adding power to my serve felt quite useful. Thanks to the clear guidance, I feel more confident about my ground game now. If you're thinking about giving Subrato a try, it’s probably worth a shot.