Private Lessons & Coaches in San Mateo, CA

Mathematics teacher candidate completing a California Single Subject Mathematics Teaching Credential at the University of San Francisco. Holds both a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Engineering in Computer Science from the University of Michigan and brings more than 20 years of STEM industry experience.

I currently tutor Mathematics, Finance, Accounting and Python at San Francisco State University's Tutoring & Academic Support Center, where I focus on undergraduate tutoring. I have more than 3 years of experience tutoring at the college level. This experience is something I am offering to the broader community here.

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!

Hey my name's Derek Schmidt and I'm a musician, sound designer, and music educator living in SF. I have a Masters in Music Composition and decades of performing experience.I've played piano for over three decades, for performance, production, and composition. I come at piano from an composer/songwriter perspective, so I can ground the lessons in music theory to help it all make sense, no matter what instrument you decide to play. I best teach beginning and intermediate students who want to explore different musical styles.

"“I’ve been wanting to continue my learning of ukulele and guitar. Derek is such a knowledgeable and patient teacher. I love how he breaks down the understanding of music theory and composition. I’ve had other guitar teachers that have taught me how to copy music tabs but Derek is really great in explaining the why of music!” – T.

Self taught tennis player who currently plays USTA 4.0.

I’ve been playing and volunteer coaching volleyball for 10+ years! I love working with students at any level and instilling confidence in their ability to practice and improve, whatever the pace may be.

15+ years training ballers at every level middle school to the pros. I specialize in turning raw talent into game-ready skill: shooting mechanics, footwork, ball-handling, and the mental edge that separates good from great. My mission is simple meet you where you're at, and get you where you want to be.

"Best investment I've made in my game. Personalized feedback, real game-situation drills, and a coach who genuinely cares about progress, not just showing up. My jump shot has never been more consistent.

I'm a defensive minded coach who's keen on teaching the game within the game. Teaching players the fundamentals while also developing their mental toughness.

Hello, I’m Lily. I’ve playing basketball for 13 years.

Extremely comfortable coaching team/game situations. Very skilled at skilled development and training progress. Looking to improve my skills while polishing what I know and bringing that to someone’s organization that wants greatness with the kids and teachings. I love the game inside an out always looking to learn one way or another, and we would love to expand my diversity in the field.