Private Lessons & Coaches in Pelham, NY
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As the first singles player for Colonia High School, I've spent eight years playing tennis winning multiple tournaments. My coaching philosophy focuses on fostering a love for the game while developing players' skills and confidence. I'm dedicated to helping you unlock your full potential and achieve your personal best on the court. I am enthusiastic about teaching younger kids in both group and individual settings. Book your first lesson today!
"Encourage me and tell me where I can improve.
Nicolette
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!
Anthony
Hello everyone, I am Sebastião Vilas, your tennis coach and a professional tennis player. I bring years of experience, having started coaching at the age of 17. Working with me is all about pushing your limits while enjoying the process. I bring a passion for the sport and a commitment to helping each of you improve, whether you are just starting or looking to fine-tune your game. Let’s make this a great experience on and off the court!
Sebastião
USTA Team Tennis, league player, and highschool tennis background. Looking forward to working with you and getting you on the court!
"He’s a really good coach
Raymond
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.
Brandon
Fueled by a lifelong love of the game, I bring 40 years of golf experience, including competing as an NCAA athlete, to every lesson. My passion is helping students of all levels refine their skills and elevate their enjoyment of golf.
"That lesson left me energized by actionable tips and a clear highlight, and I’m fired up to dial in rotation and distance control with Phil’s calm guidance.
Phil
I'm Donna Paysepar, a versatile performer known for my talents in opera, jazz, and Persian folk singing, as well as acting and dancing. I earned my BA in Performing Arts from Hunter College at the City University of New York, where I honed my skills and passion for the stage. With a diverse background in music and theater, I strive to bring emotion and storytelling to every performance, captivating audiences with each note and movement.
Donna
I love helping players of all levels improve their game. My sessions are all about sharpening skills, learning strategy, and having a great time on the court. Let’s step up your game and have some fun!
"Jackson is a great coach. I am an intermediate player looking to get over 4.0 DUPR and wanted to focus on improving technique. Jackson is an advanced/skilled player and his coaching has helped improve my technique in a short period of time.
Jackson
I'm Igor, a former tennis player hailing from Uzbekistan. Over the years, I've competed in countless tournaments, refining my skills through decades of dedicated practice. Now, with 30 years of experience under my belt, I've transitioned into teaching tennis, sharing my expertise and love for the game with aspiring players of all ages.
"very good coach, lets you get into rhythm. Very good at teaching proper form, and understanding clients progression/ability
Igor
With over 30 years of professional music experience, I'm here to help you unlock your musical potential. I specialize in helping my adult students improve, regardless of their skill level. I take a patient approach and customize each lesson plan to the individual student. Let's improve your piano skills and have fun doing it! Note: I prefer to not teach kids at this time.
"He is the best tutor i ever met!!!
Matt
Played junior competitive, pro-tournaments turned USPTA certified Coach. I have spent the past decade coaching at elite clubs in San Francisco, Miami, and NYC. I've studied the game thoroughly and still do, my teaching skills are always evolving. I see how you play and immediately know how to make you play, rally and have fun with tennis. A sport of a lifetime. I also manage junior high performance groups. I have a lot of drills and games to make your learning experience interesting and fun. If you are a high-performance player I could give you a very good practice, good pace rally, I could help you with your serve and strategy game. My high-performance competitive certification from Sanchez Vicario Academy provided me a great insight of the game, full of drills and modern concept strategies of understanding tennis latest advances. I could teach kids as well, love to make them have fun and like the sport.
"Coach Jose is a joy to learn from. He has been nothing but patient and encouraging as a beginner in tennis. He is super flexible, understanding and a joy to learn from. I've seen massive improvement in just two lessons.
Jose
I'm a PTR certified tennis coach playing at the 4.0 level, with over 2 years of private coaching experience working with players at every stage — from complete beginners picking up a racquet for the first time, to advanced competitors refining their edge. I design individualized & group training sessions tailored to each player's goals. I will also help you develop your mental game alongside your physical game, which will translate to success on and off the court.
"Learn the slice from him. Really improve a lot. He explains all the details well