Private Lessons & Coaches in Oakland, CA

I am a highly skilled and certified professional specializing in the game of golf, and I am on the National Registry of Professional Golf Instructors. As an expert in my field, I am dedicated to helping players develop their game with a focus on comfortability, consistency, confidence, and contact. My teaching approach is tailored to each individual player's unique needs and goals, ensuring that they receive personalized attention throughout the learning process. With a passion for the sport and a commitment to excellence, I strive to bring out the best in my students and help them achieve their full potential on and off the course. Most recently I became the League Director for The Junior Tour powered by Under Armour. This is a sanctioned league nationwide for children ages 6-18.

"My kids just has the first lesson with coach Marc and it was so great! Look forward to the future lessons.

With 45 years on the court, I blend classic fundamentals with modern strategies. My passion is fostering confident players and enhancing their game, all while keeping practices engaging. I aim to make every athlete reach their highest potential.

"Had a great summer training progress phenomenal choose to work on his game all summer to get ready for school basketball season 🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡

Hello, my name is Robert Reyes, I am a soccer coach/trainer in love with this sport. As a Latino I live soccer intensely, I try to instill in my players the necessary values to practice this beautiful sport. One of the problems that I notice in soccer here in the USA is the lack of understanding of the game, and I am not referring to the rules of the game, I am referring to understanding the essence of it, to be a great player you must dominate the field in everything its splendor, and that is my job, to make you develop your maximum potential. Many people believe that soccer is only played with the feet, but they are wrong, you need to train your mind to achieve the proposed objectives.

"My son loves to attend his soccer training. Coach teaches skills needed to handle the ball. We can see improvement in my son’s skills and confidence. I would definitely recommend coach for soccer training.

Meet the versatile coach who has made a name for himself in the world of Pickleball! Having played tennis and collegiate volleyball in the past, he discovered his true passion for Pickleball during the pandemic and hasn't looked back since. With a talent for teaching the game to both adults and juniors, he currently coaches in small groups and one-on-one sessions while also leading junior clinics at a local club. Tom is PPR certified as a coach. Get ready to experience lightning in a bottle with this dynamic coach!

"Great learning experience. My son really enjoyed the class

Brian brings a rare combination of rapid progression, high-level competitive experience, and analytical depth to his coaching. In just eight months, he climbed from a 2.7 to a 4.599 DUPR competing regularly with 4.5+ level players. That kind of trajectory isn’t accidental. It reflects deliberate practice, smart drilling, and a deep understanding of patterns, probabilities, and pressure moments. Brian doesn’t just teach shots—he teaches advantage. He thinks in terms of exchange ratios, positioning leverage, and when a speed-up truly earns you a 51–49 edge instead of opening you up to a counter. His fast hands and aggressive instincts are backed by thoughtful decision-making, helping players build controlled offense rather than reckless pace. What separates Brian is how clearly he sees the game. He understands rating systems, regional play styles, and how skill translates across levels. He’s studied what actually moves DUPR, what causes plateaus, and how to break through them—because he’s lived it. Whether you’re a 3.0 trying to stabilize your third shot, a 4.0 stuck at a ceiling, or a tournament player refining hands battles, Brian coaches with structure, intentionality, and measurable progress in mind. If you want to level up intelligently—not just hit harder, but win smarter—he’ll help you build a game that holds up under pressure. ^ yes, written by ai. real people don’t use that many em dashes. I prompted chatGPT to write a couple paragraphs about me based on the hundreds of internal conversations I had with it.

"Brian's lesson was amazing and I really enjoyed the 1 h lesson with my son. Brian has rich knowledge and improved our skills of pickleball. While he taught us, he was watching our body movements and paddle face and he corrected the right places. That helps us to improve and he knows the pickleball game strategy, next time we offer him to have a lesson to improve our game.

I have been playing tennis for over 10 years and currently compete in college tennis with a UTR of 8.3. I have been coaching for the past 4 years, working with players of all ages and skill levels. As a coach, I am patient, motivating, attentive, and dedicated to helping players improve. My goal is to help each player develop their technical, tactical, and mental skills while enjoying the game. I tailor every lesson to the individual needs and goals of each player.

Fueled by a lifelong love for golf, I offer 30 years of expertise honed from my time as an NCAA athlete, PGA Associate and Asst Golf Pro at Chardonnay GC in Napa. I tailor instruction to elevate your game and foster a deeper appreciation for this incredible sport. Starting with Basics of Setup, posture, grip, swing plane and etiquette we can learn smarter practice that transfers effortlessly to the course.Short game is key. Changing perspective unlocking your potential for fun and better golf.

"Grant is an incredible golf instructor. He explains the fundamentals in a way that’s easy to understand, was patient throughout the lesson, and creates a relaxed, encouraging environment that makes learning enjoyable.

TJ is a seasoned tennis instructor with over 10 years of teaching experience and a remarkable background in the sport, having played at International and Division1 level for over 10 years. His expertise lies in making learning tennis and finding improvement simplified for students of all levels and ages. With top tips and valuable guidance, TJ ensures that students not only enhance their skills but also develop a passion for the game. He has trained under Goran Ivanisevic (Novak Djokovic’s Coach), do check him out if you are looking to take your serve and forehand to the next level.

"Our kid has been taking tennis lessons with Coach TJ, and it has been a fantastic experience! Coach TJ has a gift for working with young children. He is patient, encouraging, and knows how to make each session fun and engaging. We highly recommend him for parents looking to introduce their child to tennis in a supportive and enjoyable way.

Ready to UP your pickleball game and have some fun? I teach in the Napa Valley as well as Sacramento and Roseville. I bring over two years of solid experience and my huge passion for sharing my love of the sport with players of all levels and ages. Let's work together to elevate your skills and unlock your full potential on the court. As a former competitive soccer player, I feel confident with my agility, coordination and strategy against a variety of opponents even though I do not have a tennis background. I will teach you the basics as well as elevate your skills and provide detail for you specifically on how to improve and progress to the next level player, or enter your first tournament whilst having so much fun!! This game provides amazing exercise, socialization and competitive play. It’s “adult recess” as I say! Let’s go!!!!!

"I’m having fun with Janine, and learning a lot! Last week I played with some folks at my gym who I had played with many months ago. One gal told me how impressed she was with my return! She said’ wow, Julie you can actually return the ball now!’. I laughed but it felt great!!😊

Hi, I am Coach certified by the US Professional Tennis Association. I have been playing my whole life and love the game. I have taught kids and adults of all skill levels for the past 4 years I Specialize in helping intermediate to advanced players make the next step in their game whether it’s technical skills or tactical improvements to help you win matches. If you are new to tennis or are just getting started that’s great to! We can go over the fundamentals and jump start your game. I have special equipment that is beginner friendly which follows your progress.