Private Lessons & Coaches in Needham, MA

Michael, based in Haverhill, MA, is a dedicated pickleball coach passionate about teaching across the North Shore of Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire. With experience coaching players of diverse skill levels, he has helped students prepare for the Special Olympics, facilitated corporate team-building events, and guided individuals in improving their DUPR ratings. Michael specializes in coaching beginners to upper-intermediate players, focusing on skill development and a deeper understanding of the game, ensuring every session is both effective and enjoyable.

"I wanted to specifically work on resets and moving up to the kitchen at the right time and the lesson with Mike was really helpful. He was patient and the drills were excellent.

I’m a recent graduate of Trinity College, where I competed as a collegiate golfer while continuing to refine my skills and passion for the game. I previously trained at IMG Academy and have competed in four World Amateur Golf Ranking events, giving me the opportunity to test my abilities against top amateur talent. For the past three years, I’ve also been teaching golf, helping players of all ages develop their games while deepening my own understanding of the sport. A fun highlight of my golfing journey includes recording two albatrosses and two hole-in-one’s, milestones that continue to fuel my passion for the game.

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I am a retired businessman who ran my company for 35 years. I have played and coached basketball, golf and now pickleball. I coached youth sports when my kids were younger and coached them for 8+ years on town teams. I am an avid pickleball player who mainly works with adults learning and teaching the game to them.

I am a former All-American collegiate rower who trained with the U.S. National Team and I’m excited to help you with indoor rowing! I have coached middle and high school rowing for 5 years. Coaching is one of my favorite activities, and I love helping students master the erg!

"Becca was my middle school rowing coach, and has set me up for long term success like no other. She was able to push me as a person and an athlete.

I still hold my high school's all-time scoring record (boys or girls) with 1,545 career points, and was recruited by multiple D1 programs before committing to Wellesley College, where I averaged 38 minutes, 15 points, and 6 rebounds per game. I later coached a JV girls basketball team for two seasons, turning an 0–20 program into a 12-8 team. With years of private lessons and camps under my belt, every session I run is tailored to the player's goals: serious work, real results, all ages/levels!

"Becca was the first coach to truly believe in me and push me to a higher level. She had the unique ability to motivate both me individually and our team as a whole to achieve set goals. She is very passionate about rowing and is able to create orgnized plans to achieve high level success.

Over the past 15 years, my focus has been on coaching functional fitness to improve balance, strength, and coordination for clients of various ages including those aged 55+ and older. I have practiced resistance training to develop muscular strength without the use of excessively heavy loads. Lenny has successfully addressed injuries through functional therapy, thus avoiding the need for drugs and surgery. He is also an active endurance athlete, with 29 years of competitive experience.

"After working with Lenny for the past six months, I can see a real difference in my overall fitness. Balance, posture and endurance all improved. Lenny has been especially helpful in identifying my specific needs. He helped me learn to breathe properly during exercise which has made a big difference for me. When I hurt my ankle, Lenny showed me exercises that reduced pain and healed quicker. When I had pain in my knee he showed me exercises that take pressure

Hello, I am Coach Jonathan from Boston MA. I am 38 and grew up in Newton Massachusetts. I went to Newton South high school. Where I played for two years. I have been around the game my whole life I have coached for several years youth basketball. Can work with all age groups and will focus on the level my athletes want to play and perform on. I am currently doing my masters in sports coaching and management and looking forward to bringing basketball into the life of my athletes.

As a veteran educator and Board Certified Behavior Analyst, I support kids, teens and parents in developing practical strategies for success at home, school, and in everyday life. I specialize in goal setting, habit change, and skill building. Whether it's building fluency and confidence with an academic skill area, or developing a structured routine for before and after school, my collaborative, strengths-based approach helps create meaningful progress. Can't wait to meet you!

Hello! ¡Hola! My name is Ingrid and I am a native Spanish speaker and professional educator with years of experience teaching students of all ages, from kindergarten to adults. My goal is to make learning Spanish an exciting, dynamic, and natural journey. I bring the language to life through cultural activities, engaging conversations, and tailored lessons that adapt to your unique pace and learning style. Let’s work together to build your confidence and fluency in Spanish!

I’m a youth soccer coach with a passion for developing players both on and off the field. I currently coach at a competitive soccer club and hold a USSF D coaching license, with ongoing coach education. My approach is focused on fundamentals, confidence, and making the game enjoyable for every player.