Private Lessons & Coaches in La Jolla, CA

Nearly 10 years of basketball coaching and player development experience, including private training, small-group instruction, shooting development, skill training, and athletic performance work with youth through advanced players. Former trainer at The Hoop House and founder of Levels Athletic Performance. Completed NBA Player Development coursework through ELVTR with longtime NBA player development coach Dave Severns.

I’ve coach basketball for long time on and off. I believe in time and effort rather than trying to be great over night. You must go through the journey then try to skip to the end

With a lifelong love for the game, I channel my passion for basketball into developing skilled and confident players. I’m dedicated to fostering both on-court expertise and a genuine love for the sport. I am eager to guide you on your basketball journey.

With two decades dedicated to basketball, I cultivate players' skills and strategic thinking. My tailored approach fosters confidence, maximizing potential on and off the court. I provide focused basketball lessons and coaching services.

"Have been working with the trainer for years now, also an old teammate of mines as he started to grow and become a trainer we still get that work in together

My name is Zefora Ortiz-Gomez. I am a first-generation college graduate. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Chicano Studies from the University of California, Berkeley, where I developed a strong commitment to educational equity and student advocacy. My professional experience includes working with foster youth, transfer students, and first-generation college students. As a bilingual professional fluent in both English and Spanish, I am dedicated to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment.

I have 14 years of teaching experience in the U.S. Navy as a Damage Controlman, where training and mentoring Sailors is a core responsibility. I teach through a patient, structured, and hands-on approach, adapting to each student’s learning style. I’ve worked with students ranging from brand-new Sailors to senior leaders, helping them master technical skills, emergency procedures, and professional development goals.

I'm a bilingual English and Spanish tutor with bachelor's degrees in Spanish and Biology from the University of Redlands and a background in healthcare. I personalize every lesson to each student's goals, whether it's conversation, grammar, pronunciation, travel, or professional Spanish. My teaching style is patient, supportive, and interactive, creating a relaxed environment where students gain confidence and develop practical communication skills.

bring a strong background in coaching and on-court performance. I have worked closely with players in a coaching capacity, helping develop consistency, match awareness, and overall performance through structured hitting sessions and feedback. One of my most valuable experiences was serving as a hitting partner at an ATP tournament, where I trained with high-level athletes in a professional environment. I have worked with people ranging from age group of 9 to 60.

Originally from the UK, I have been coaching soccer for 11+ years, helping players reach their goals. I have had many players go on to play college soccer after personal and team training sessions. I played 4 years of college soccer on a full athletic scholarship, as well as playing semi professionally in the UK & the USA. Now I work with players across all positions and age groups to achieve their confidence and ability to become a more complete player and reach their goals!

"Coach Kris helped me understand the tactical side and the details to improve my game.

Let's step up to the plate! For the past decade, I've been sharing my passion for baseball and helping players of all levels improve their game. My coaching philosophy emphasizes building a strong foundation, developing skills, and fostering a love for the sport. I’ve grown with the game so I consider my teaching to be Dynamic, emphasis on footwork, power, human genetics and create a mental preparation of the game of baseball. I’ve coached at every level the youth has to offer, developmental to the nationally elite. I’ve won national championships and CIF high school championships I’ve coached All American Youth Baseball 10u teams 12 East Cost East Bay tour and National Coach of the Year award AABC

"My son see’s Coach Danny for infield, he breaks it down real simple because he focuses on footwork and being Dynamic. When people ask, who trains Isiah for infield. Coach Danny is the coach I tell them.