Private Lessons & Coaches in Albany, CA

I am Renée Benmeleh - a teaching artists passionate about the ways sound brings people together. I specialize in vocal improvisation, circle singing, drum circle facilitation, and community and ritual music, working with students at all levels to build real, lasting facilitation skills. I also coach performers on the inner game: building courage, strengthening confidence, and unlocking your fullest expression - through gentle and focused support. Are you ready? Reach out!

I'm Will, Captain of the UC Berkeley Pickleball team. I am a 4.62 DUPR and currently ranked #52 in the collegiate pickleball rankings. My teaching philosophy is one that is flexible to best suit your needs as a player. Whether it is refining specific shots or pickleball strategy, I want to elevate the part of your game that will make you the player you want to be! Most of all, I love to compete and have fun on court. Feel free to reach out to me at 510-725-1642 to discuss working together!

Rooted in a love of movement and strategic play, I teach soccer with clarity and commitment. With one year of teaching experience, I blend technical drills, tactical insight and patient coaching to develop players' confidence, teamwork and game intelligence.

Former junior tournament and high school varsity player, coaching at Euro School of Tennis since early 2026. I work with players at the beginner to intermediate level, and I am a NASM certified personal trainer and nutrition coach interested in life-long health and fitness. My goal is to build a foundation that you can confidently take anywhere whether it's for recreation or competition.

I am a college Head Women’s Basketball Coach, former Division I player, and former professional women’s basketball player. I specialize in skill development, fundamentals, footwork, ball handling, finishing, shooting, defense, conditioning, and basketball IQ. My coaching style is detailed, encouraging, and growth-focused. I work with beginners through advanced athletes and help players build confidence, discipline, and purpose in their training.

I have a deep passion for the game of basketball and take pride in teaching every skill with a purpose and attention to detail. I empathize the mastery of every fundamental before progressing to advanced concepts. Beyond skill development, I place a strong emphasis on mindset, discipline, and self confidence because I believe mental growth is just as important as physical ability in reaching a players full potential.

Tennis is one of my greatest joys - I am passionate about introducing the sport to new communities, fostering junior development and supporting adult learners discover and hone their game.

I’m a lifelong guitarist who’s learned the economics of the fretboard—how to say more with less. Over decades of performance, arranging, and teaching, I’ve come to see the guitar not as a maze of shapes but as a unified field of melody, harmony, and movement. My lessons are for intermediate players who want to stop memorizing and start understanding: to connect patterns, find melodic pathways, and unlock their own voice.

"Amazing teacher, so kind and patient. I was extremely nervous and he thought me a lot on the first day can’t wait for more lessons. Highly recommend

I started played a little over seven years ago. I’ve toured professionally for around two year, through all the Hawaiian islands, Cali and Washington. I find nothing more exciting than music, and in truth, getting good at it is a lot easier than some make it out to be. If I could provide newcomers, or any level to some of the things I wish I would’ve know when I first started, I strongly believe it will help them to achieve whatever it is they want out of music.

"I think he is really good at music. He is so good at teaching me lessons. And I think that he should give me more lessons. And you should buy his lessons cause they are really good.

I’ve spent years playing and coaching soccer, and I enjoy helping players get better one session at a time. No matter your skill level, we’ll work on what matters most to your game.

"Coach Jenn was great to work with. I play as a defender and goalkeeper, and she helped me improve my technique, especially when it came to punching the ball with confidence and making better decisions in goal. She paid attention to the details, pushed me to keep practicing, and made every session productive. I noticed real improvement over time and would definitely recommend her to anyone looking to level up their game.