Private Lessons & Coaches in Alameda, CA

Elise Ross Rattle has performed as a soloist in the major european music festivals (Warsaw Festival, Maggio Musicale Florence, Biennale Festival Venice...), and concert halls (Concertgebauw Amsterdam, Royal Festival Hall London, Theatre des Champs-Elysees Paris...) as well as Tanglewood, Carnegie Hall and the Hollywood Bowl. Her approach to teaching is for a healthy and natural technique, excellent diction and the joy of interpreting great vocal music from the Baroque era to the 21st century.

"I have been taking voice lessons with Elise for almost 7 years and have made tremendous progress. She is a patient, encouraging teacher and is excellent at explaining techniques and offering suggestions of how to reach high notes or perfect the sound quality of your voice. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anybody interested in getting the most of your singing voice, whether as a professional or simply for your own pleasure.

I played varsity baseball throughout high school, and am actively a team manager for UCLA Baseball, meaning I've been exposed to all levels of the game. I have worked with kids ranging from 5 to 12 coaching at SF Giants Youth Baseball Camp, and I have given lessons before as well. I specialize in pitching, no matter the level, whether it be learning the basics when transitioning from coach pitch to kid pitch, or refining mechanics and developing velocity off the mound for older kids.

I’ve been swimming all my life and have been teaching / coaching swimming on and off from 2005. I teach adults and kids. I’m current on all my Red Cross certifications.

I’m an experienced female football coach, UEFA Licence holder and former Chelsea Academy player, coach and scout, with a First-Class Honours degree in Sports and Football Coaching. I provide a positive, player-first environment where athletes feel supported, understood and challenged. My experience also includes working within Fulham, Watford, MLS NEXT and ODP environments, helping players from grassroots through to elite levels. I bring professional academy standards into every session while creating a positive, supportive environment in which players can enjoy learning and applying themselves. Session: Pro Player Lab Assessment A comprehensive individual player assessment examining technical ability, movement, speed, coordination, decision-making and cognitive performance. Players receive objective testing, professional feedback and clear recommendations identifying their strengths and priority development areas.

"I love her coaching methods and how she hones in on my sons needs to be a stronger player! Her one on one trainings are incredible and super informative! HIGHLY recommend!