Private Lessons & Coaches in Oakland, NJ

With two decades on the diamond, I foster baseball excellence through tailored instruction. My focus is on building strong fundamentals and strategic thinking. Join me and unlock your potential in the game.

I run six pickleball sessions a week for my local church to raise money, combining my love for the game with a commitment to community service. My journey with paddle sports began as a kid, but it was in 2015, introduced to pickleball by my dad, that I truly found my passion. I fell in love with the game not only for its excitement but also for the positive social aspects it brings. Pickleball has a unique way of building connections and fostering a supportive community, and I strive to share that experience with others. Whether you're a newcomer or looking to improve your skills, I'm here to help you enjoy the game and be part of the amazing pickleball community.

"Had a great time learning from Matthew! He was super patient and even let me practice with the ball machine. He is super nice and kept the lesson fun. He also runs open play sessions with his church which I went to and was great to practice the things I learned.

Hello my name is Anthony and I am a PPR Certified Pickleball Coach! I got into pickleball two years ago and took to it fast, thanks to my tennis playing and coaching background. I have won medals locally and nationally. I recently won a Silver Medal in Men’s Singles at the Minto US Open Championships and a Bronze Medal at the APP New York City Open. I have also won a Bronze Medal in 4.0 Men’s Singles at a the Pickle Juice Spring Open. And won a Bronze Medal in 4.0 Men’s Doubles at the Monmouth County Cup. I have competed in Nationals at the 4.5 level as well as the Geico APP Championships in the 5.0 division. I am also a PTR Certified Tennis Professional (Level 2), an iTPA Certified Tennis Performance Trainer (TPT)-Tennis Fitness Certification and I am also Safe Sport Trained. I played USTA (United States Tennis Association) junior tennis where I had an 18 and Under Sectional Ranking in the Eastern Section. In addition, I am a former captain of the Colts Neck tennis team and I formerly played NCAA D3 tennis at Haverford College under Coach Sean Sloane. I have over 20 years of playing experience & 8 years teaching experience. I started playing pickleball Summer of 2023 and have quickly taken to it. I play and drill at least 3 times a week and I am really enjoying the sport. I have been able to parallel all of my tennis playing and coaching experience to pickleball and as a coach, I incorporate the proper progressions and drills as well as point play to help you with your game. I believe in positive reinforcement and keeping things educational, yet fun. I can help with your technical skills and tactics. I am offering fun private pickleball lessons, semi-private pickleball lessons, group pickleball lessons and hitting only sessions for all ages (kids, teens, adults, seniors) and for all skill levels (beginner, intermediate, advanced). So whether you need to work on some specifics like your forehand, backhand, volley, serve, service return, overhead, drop shot (dink), approach shot, footwork, singles strategy or doubles strategy-I would be happy to help you with your game!

"Anthony is an excellent teacher. Really enjoyed the lesson!

I am a lifelong tennis player (I grew up going to France every summer and playing on red clay). I am also a Physics teacher and the Head Coach of Ramapo High School's Boys' Tennis Team (if you are an Ramapo-Indian Hills student, sorry, I can't give you any lessons)! If you want deeply personalized lessons in Tennis at any level, I'm your guy!

"Great progression today

With 16 years of experience in volleyball, I now dedicate my career fully to coaching athletes at a professional level. My background as a long-time player gives me a unique perspective on the technical, tactical, and mental demands of the game internationally. I specialize in developing players’ skills, building team strategies, and fostering resilience and discipline both on and off the court. My coaching philosophy emphasizes precision, teamwork, and growth—helping athletes reach their highest potential.

"Coach Onur is a great Coach, extremely knowledgeable. Any kids who train by him will be a winner 🏆. It is facts

Current number 1 player at Baruch College. 2 time MVP and Player of the year UTR 11.3 Playing for about 10 years

"Really enjoyed the lesson with Sebastian. He’s patient, knowledgeable, and explains things clearly. Looking forward to the next one!

For over 26 years, I've honed my craft, reaching the pro level and fostering a love for tennis in countless students. My approach blends technical precision with an engaging style, helping you unlock your full potential on the court.

"I’ve been playing tennis for over 10 years and I have taken tennis lessons before but never truly learned anything. After meeting Elona, my game has significantly improved and for the first time in a long time I started to win :slightly_smiling_face: she is also an amazing personal trainer. Very creative and it’s a pleasure to work with her. Highly recommend her, look no further

Hi, my name is Kunal. I have been coached by some of the best. Still playing tournaments all around. I love the sport, and everything about it. With the lessons It's nice to be able to share my passion with others and it is satisfying if they end up enjoying the sport that I love! I have been playing Tennis for 15 years, and Coaching for 5 years. I have won the Hudson County Singles Title, and have played College tennis for 3 Years.

"Kunal was great. He was patient and paced the first lesson according to my level. It was a great workout today. I love it.

Hey there! With five years of playing and coaching under my belt, I’ve competed in various tournaments and helped players at various levels improve. As a RPO and My DUPR coach certified instructor, I want you to improve your pickleball game without over complicating it. I specialize in simple, effective coaching that helps you play smarter, more effective and overall win more points while enjoying the wonderful aspects of the game. I’m easygoing, supportive, and focused on results. All skill levels welcome. Let’s get you booked and playing better pickleball. See you in the court!

"I appreciated how the lesson focused on hand-eye coordination drills, and Brandon really tuned his approach to my specific needs. Though I still have some work to do, I felt like I made useful progress and left with ideas to practice on my own.

With over 20 years of coaching experience and a background as a former Division I athlete, I bring high-level insight and proven methods to help players of all levels elevate their tennis game. My coaching focuses on strong fundamentals, tactical awareness, and building from the ground up—starting with footwork and attention to detail. I also emphasize “small victories” and SMART goals to create clear progress while keeping training fun, engaging, and motivating.