Private Lessons & Coaches in Northridge, CA

With a lifelong background in racket sports, including tennis, table tennis, and a passion for pickleball, I combine my experience as a competitive 5.0-level pickleball medalist and three Division 1 championships, and reaching the Southern California Semi-finals of CIF in tennis. A teaching professional at Braemar Country Club and Mika's Tennis Academy, a former Special Education instructor, registered behavior therapist, adaptive skills clinician, mobility trainer, and physical therapist aide, and I hold a Master’s degree in Special Education with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis, and a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, and Biomechanics. Students have medaled in 2.5–4.5 and qualified for USAP Nationals. Let’s improve your game, reach new heights, and most importantly, have fun!

"What I found most helpful was how easy Eric made the lesson to understand. The clear instructions made it simple to follow along and improve my skills quickly. If you’re thinking about picking up pickleball or want to sharpen your game, Eric’s lessons are a great place to start. You’ll enjoy learning in a relaxed and encouraging environment. 🏓🙂

With over 10 years of experience as a golf instructor, I specialize in helping players build a strong foundation — from mastering the basics to developing competitive-level skills. My teaching focuses on proper mechanics, technique, and course knowledge to help golfers improve their game with confidence and consistency. Whether you’re new to the sport or striving to take your performance to the next level, I’m here to guide you every step of the way.

"We worked on my short game issues. Dialing my chip shots and putting. In just a few lessons, I was able to build the confidence to sink my putts and dial in my chipping. She’s very patient and encouraging!

Dilyan has been immersed in basketball since the age of 3. With experience playing at a top prep school and at the college level, Dilyan has been around NBA level talent and coaches throughout his basketball journey and has honed a deep understanding of the game. Whether working with beginners or advanced players, Dilyan brings a passion for the sport and a wealth of knowledge to every training session. His goal is to help players improve their skills, elevate their basketball IQ, and cultivate a love for the game.

"Learned more in an hour with Coach Dilyan than a few years combined in high school

Fueling your passion for tennis is my goal! With 19 years of experience and as a former D2 athlete, I offer tailored coaching to elevate your game. Let's refine your skills and unlock your full potential on the court.

"Honestly, Ethan's lesson was quite good and I really liked that he likes very much. The lesson highlight really stood out, and I think with a bit more practice, I could improve even further. Though I’d probably benefit from some variety in drills, his calm approach kept me comfortable throughout. Still, I feel confident about keeping at it with Ethan's guidance.

Hello! I’m Seth. I love playing and teaching others golf. I have 16 years of golfing experience starting with high school competitive play and lessons with several coaches. Anything golf related you want to know, I should have the answer. I focus on swing fundamentals, theory, and game management. For absolute beginners, the goal is to never miss the ball. For the more intermediate players, the goal is to develop a consistent repeatable shot pattern. For advanced players, the goal is to be able to shape the ball on command and control ball flight.

"This man is a great coach. Even after just one session noticed an immediate improvement in my form and feel much more confident standing in front of a golf ball. I will definitely be booking more sessions in the future

Building on a diverse sports background, I've transitioned from dedicating myself to tennis, ping-pong, and badminton to becoming a 4.5 rated Pickleball player. Now, I channel my joy and expertise into teaching the game, ready to share this exhilarating sport with you and your friends! With my broad background and dedication, I'm here to guide your journey! I recommend 90 minutes if you are doing one session only.

"They told me on how to serve and how to take one step backward, forward, left or right, every time I served well. They also told me to serve on circling and hit with the right hand and using the left feet.

My passion for pickleball goes beyond the court. As a tournament winner with 3 years of coaching experience, I'm dedicated to helping you elevate your game and unlock your full potential, all while having a blast.

"Great lesson! Highly recommended

I am a Division One Football Player that has a profound passion to helping the youth reach their full potential on and off the field! its imperative that I pass down my valuable knowledge of the game given to me through my own mentors. Through creating a strong foundation of speed, agility, mobility and functional movement we will reach your fullest potential together! Let's work!

"I loved how Brandon focused not just on the physical side but also on the mental part of football and staying patient during the game. The lesson really helped me understand the importance of mindset. If you want to improve both your skills and mental game, I definitely recommend trying Brandon’s lessons! ⚽🙂

Hello my name is Armen Grigorian I am from Glendale CA I have played the sport of basketball since I was 8 years old right now I’m 34 years old so 26 years I have coached kids at glendale ymca since age 13 so 21 years of coaching. I also inspire kids to be successful on and off the court I am a shooting exhibitionist I pride myself on that to be efficient in my shot making abilities. I am a basketball lifer I love the game very much it makes happy to see a kid evolve their skills on the basketball court offensively and defensively. What is more important to me is being humble on the court with displaying great sportsmanship I think it translates for their lives outside of basketball it puts a smile on my face

"It was easy and simple to follow. I highly recommend . Especially with the instructions. Taught me a lot about fundamentals and proper way to shoot a basketball

Pickleball isn't just a game; it's a passion I love sharing with others. As an experienced player with four years of coaching experience, I help students of all levels discover the joy and strategy of this dynamic sport. Let's work together to elevate your game and unlock your pickleball potential!

"Really enjoying these classes with Stephen. Learning a lot with various drills and getting familiar and comfortable with the game. He’s great and im excited to keep taking more classes to get better at Pickleball.