Private Lessons & Coaches in San Clemente, CA

4 years Experience | Newport Beach | Train • Compete • Create I’m currently a 4.8 DUPR pickleball player and former All-American college baseball player based in Newport Beach. I bring a competitive athlete’s eye to coaching, helping players improve footwork, shot selection, mechanics, strategy, and confidence. Whether you’re brand new or trying to level up your tournament game, I like to keep lessons concise, focused, and fun, with real feedback you can use immediately on the court. Ball -machine optional

"“Justin is by far the best pickleball instructor I’ve worked with. As a beginner, I appreciated how proactive he was instead of just feeding balls and moving on. He constantly gave helpful feedback, explained the purpose behind each drill, and made sure I understood what I was working on. I learned more in one lesson than I had with other instructors. If you’re serious about improving, Justin is the coach you want.”

Hello, my name is Stephen! I’m an Orange County local pickleball coach with a passion for teaching everyone of all ages and skill level. I enjoy coaching the fundamentals, with an emphasis on effective dinking, third shot drops and transitioning to the kitchen. I am a current 5.0 level pickleball player with a 24-2 record. I have helped develop players of all skill levels & age ranges and I bring a positive spirit that makes pickleball fun!

Fueled from a life long passion for racquet sports including playing for UC Irvine tennis 1986-1990, I became a dedicated pickleball enthusiast in January 2021. I started at over 190 lbs and currently am at 160 lbs and in the best shape I have been for the last 20+ years, so I know the benefits of pickleball. Not to mention the wide array of good friends I have made over the years. I currently compete at the Senior Pro level and my DUPR rating is over 5.0 in both singles and doubles. I work with all levels of pickleball players and have coached students now competing at the professional level. I am an IPTPA certified instructor and my teaching philosophy is not just about how to swing the paddle, but teaching the art of pickleball - strategy, spins, footwork, and how to get the most out of your game.

"After four years of playing pickleball, I finally understand what good coaching can do. My first lesson with Bill Brown was honestly transformational. I’m on the verge of tears of happiness thinking about how much progress I made in just one session. Bill is patient and has a gift for explaining body mechanics in memorable ways that immediately click. We worked on my backhand returns, drives, and dinks. I realized I had been doing many of the fundamentals incorrectly, and Bill made each correction easy to understand and apply. By the end of the lesson, I was finally starting to develop the feel for a proper backhand drive after struggling with it for four years. I only wish I had taken a lesson with Bill three or four years ago. It would have saved me years of frustration and bad habits. I look forward to my next lesson and feel more confident heading into my next tournament. I highly recommend Bill to anyone who wants to improve their game.

With four decades dedicated to basketball, I offer students more than just skills; I instill a lifelong love for the game. My coaching approach blends proven techniques with personalized strategies, tailored to each player's unique potential and goals. From shooting to ball handing, passing, mentality, strength, explosiveness, and perseverance. Let's elevate your game!

Hi! My name is Samuel, I’m from Brazil and a former competitive volleyball libero through the U21 Club level and Collegiate level. I trained with high-level programs including the São Paulo State Team and Brazilian National Team environments. I specialize in passing and platform technique, focusing on ball control, consistency, and confidence. I also help players build a strong mindset, discipline, and love for the game in a positive learning environment.

Experience in the classroom setting. Experience coaching soccer of all ages; toddlers, children, youth (high school) and men/women (UPSL). Emphasis on player development/team building. Play out from the back. Attack weak side. Keep possession on the attacking half. Ball movement. Technical/agility/position focused trainings.

"Dynamic/static warm up, fitness (change or direction and agility), ball mastery drills (v pulls, toe taps, etc) to technical ball work (passing: 1 touch/2 touch), position focused drills (#9: sideways on turning and half turns) and shooting to small goal by implementing sideways on/half turns

Coach Breanna Carrillo is the Varsity Head Coach at Villa Park High School, Program Director of the Villa Park Women’s Soccer Program, Assistant Coach at Chapman University, and a club coach with Rangers FC South. She has experience developing players at the youth, high school, and collegiate levels, helping athletes prepare for varsity, elite club competition, and college soccer through individualized, high-level training.

I’ve been playing soccer my whole life at some of the highest youth levels, including MLS NEXT, ECNL, and varsity soccer at Mater Dei High School. I’ve also been coaching for about a year now and really enjoy helping players improve the areas they need most, while also developing skills specific to their position. My goal is to help players grow their confidence, technique, and understanding of the game. Feel free to shoot me a text to see if I’d be the right fit for you.

"Bree Tran was an amazing young athlete to coach and always brought great energy and effort to every session. As the younger sister of Haley Tran, she loved following in her older sister’s footsteps and was always excited to learn and improve. Throughout training, Bree made huge progress with the basics of soccer, including footwork, ball control, passing, and confidence on the field. She was always positive, hardworking, and fun to coach, and it was great seeing her skills grow more every session.

My name is Elliot Ruoo, and I am a former NCAA Division I soccer player at Liberty University and also have played professionally in England and Spain in the second and third division. I am currently a coach at LAFC academy and also have experience running camps in Spain. With several years of coaching experience and a USSF B Coaching license, I provide personalized training designed to improve technical skills, tactical awareness, and confidence for players of all levels. Every session is tailored to each athlete’s goals, creating a challenging and supportive environment that promotes measurable improvement and a lasting passion for the game.

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Basketball coach focused on skill development, game IQ, and confidence. I help players master fundamentals, improve decision-making, and compete at a higher level through structured, high-energy training.

"I started with very little experience, and Coach made everything easy to understand. Sessions were supportive, organized, and effective. I’ve improved faster than I expected.