Private Lessons & Coaches in Aptos, CA

I’m the founder of SBA Tennis & Pickleball, a Bay Area academy focused on delivering high-quality, structured, and fun tennis and pickleball instruction for players of all ages and levels. While I work directly with students, SBA is more than just one coach—I lead a team of experienced, high-energy instructors who consistently deliver professional, engaging lessons across all programs. Our coaches work with everyone from beginners to advanced players, with a strong emphasis on proper technique, game understanding, and long-term development. All lessons take place on our reserved courts at Cupertino, so you’re guaranteed a court every session—no waiting, no interruptions, and no risk of losing your time like at public courts. My background as a licensed physical therapist with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy allows me to bring a unique, results-driven approach to coaching. I specialize in stroke biomechanics, movement efficiency, and injury prevention, helping players improve faster while staying healthy. With over a decade of coaching experience and a 5.0 NTRP playing level, I’ve worked with players ranging from young beginners to advanced competitors. Through SBA Tennis & Pickleball, we’ve built a reputation for making learning simple, structured, and enjoyable—whether you’re picking up a racket for the first time or looking to take your game to the next level.

"My son (6) has been going to weekly group classes for almost a year. We really like the coaches here. Both Coach Brandon & Coach Jovan are very good at coaching young kids and also keep the kids engaged. I also appreciate the way how Coach Brandon run the clinic a lot! It gives us a lot of flexibilities to fit in my kid and my family's schedules, which is a huge bonus!!

I’m passionate about helping players build solid fundamentals and confidence on the court. With over 3 years of coaching experience and a strong athletic background, I focus on strategy, movement, and consistency to help you play smarter and stronger. Whether you’re brand new or chasing tournament wins, I’ll tailor each session to your goals. Let’s take your pickleball game to the next level!

"My daughter absolutely loves her lessons. The coach is patient, encouraging, and knows how to keep kids engaged while still teaching proper fundamentals. In just a few weeks, Amika’s confidence and coordination have improved a lot. She always looks forward to her next session!

Self taught tennis player who currently plays USTA 4.0.

Joe has had the honor to be educating and mentoring all ages, all levels all styles and special needs children for over 25 years! His teaching method has been described as EDUCATIONAL, PRACTICAL and FUN! 🤩 Being a Berklee College of Music Graduate, he will be able to assist you with any of your musical needs that you desire. He looks forward to meeting you and making all of your musical visions a reality!

"My son has been taking drum lessons with Joe for seven months now, and the progress has been incredible. Joe has a natural gift for making classes both engaging and entertaining, which keeps my son genuinely excited to practice. From a student’s perspective, my son finds Joe incredibly nice, patient, and considerate. He appreciates that Joe tailors the music to his specific skill level while still pushing him to improve. Joe doesn’t just focus on the songs; he ensures the technical basics are covered, from proper grip and technique to the practical side of things, like how to correctly adjust and maintain the drum set. He manages to pack a lot of learning into a short amount of time without it ever feeling overwhelming. We highly recommend him!

My yoga class focuses on nurturing both physical health and mental well‑being. Through gentle postures (asanas) and mindful breathing (pranayama), we work toward a strong, flexible body and a calm, clear mind. It’s suitable for beginners and experienced students alike, especially those who enjoy longer holds, a slower pace, and a more meditative approach while still benefiting from a meaningful physical practice.

Hi, My name is Brian Ma I have been playing Tennis for over 14 years now and I've always had a strong passion towards this sport. I played singles #1 & #2 all throughout high school and I have over 9 years of teaching experience working with all ages of all skill levels. My main goal as a coach is to build an environment where my students can feel comfortable and be able to openly express themselves as an athlete.

Hi! I’m a former D1 collegiate golfer at Stanford University. Play to a +5 handicap and have a deep passion for coaching and a strong understanding of technique as well as application to improve. In my playing career, I was a top recruit and won many times as a junior as well as one collegiate win while I played at Stanford. Excited to help you get better!

Engineer from Georgia Tech, over 35 years in 3 countries, 3 industries, and 3 MNCs. TEFL l5 certified. Certified corporate trainer at Baker Hughes. Experience includes: field operations; manufacturing QC; business development; general management; startup operations; English-Mandarin translation support (both spoken and written), project mgmt. I help engineers, technical professionals, and international employees in business English, Presentation and Communication coaching, interview preparation.

I’ve coached players at every level — from complete beginners to high-performance athletes. That includes Alexander Sarkissian, who reached a career-high of 158 in the world and was an NCAA singles finalist in 2014, as well as current player Jean-Baptiste Badon (13.06 UTR). Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your game to the next level, I’d be happy to work with you.

🎾 Bay Area Tennis Coaching I’ve been playing since I was 4 years old. I trained in the competitive junior tennis system in Moscow, competed in national tournaments, and also played internationally. Tennis has shaped who I am, and now I’m excited to share that experience with others. 🎾 Private lessons 🎾 Sparring / hitting partner 🎾 Juniors & adults welcome 🎾 All skill levels 📍 Bay Area