Private Lessons & Coaches in Scotts Valley, CA

Hi, My name is Kate. With over 25 years of experience, I have traveled and competed in professional tournaments all over the world. Throughout my career, I achieved a USTA National Ranking of #6, reached quarterfinal of the KPSF Open, earned an ITF ranking of 170, and a WTA ranking of 490. A full scholarship to the NCAA Division 1 university allowed me to continue my competitive career, where I achieved an ITA singles ranking of #18 in the nation and was honored as an Athlete of the Year.

🎾 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

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.

A professional conference interpreter with a 25-year career with the United Nations. Have taught master classes at the Metropolitan University, University of Westminster and University of Bath in the U.K., as well as the Monterey Instutute of International Studies in the U.S.A. Native English + fluent Russiam, French and Spanish.

Hey everyone, I’m Jon! I’m a 5.0 level player and professional coach that has 3+ years of teaching experience at The Hub Alameda and locally. I’m looking to bring my expertise to help local players improve their game! As someone who worked their way up to 5.0 from the intermediate level, I am intimately familiar with all the pitfalls along the way from beginner to advanced levels and what it takes to grind to that level. My teaching philosophy has always been rooted in approaching the game as simply as possible. I emphasize simple, repeatable shot mechanics. And equally important, I take the time to explain how shot selection and strategy impact your progress just as much as shot execution! I’m 100% confident that in just a single, one hour session we can make noticeable improvement in either shot quality or a shift in strategic thinking. You can always expect each session to be tailored to your specific needs. Pacing will always be adjusted to your progress. At the end of each session I’ll send you notes for the key points we covered as well as actionable feedback. Looking forward to working together to help you improve your game to the next level! Happy to answer any questions.

"Jon was my first pickleball coach for a good part of one year. My simple goal was to strive to improve my shot skills to unlock my potential through self-awareness. Jon truly enhanced my development as a pickleball player by focusing on the fundamentals. Jon organized coaching lessons focused on repetitive drills, drills and more drills – starting with dinks, drops, resets, punch volleys, flick volleys, speed ups, deep serves, footwork, positioning, placement and court awareness. Jon’s clear explanations and demonstrations was key to learning. Jon kept me motivated, inspired and encouraged. Jon quickly adapted to my learning style with good and calm talk that effectively helped me during drills to reinforce correct form & habit. Jon observed early on that I was reaching & hitting off-balanced more than I should; afterwards I became more conscious & deliberate about moving my feet to avoid stretching. I learned about my habits that influenced the changes that made me more confident. My sessions with Jon became an enjoyable journey of self-discovery which exceeded my goal.

I’ve been coaching since 2016 at Nike Tennis Camp (Stanford). Worked Cardinal tennis since 2016 where I ran clinic. In 2024, I started coaching private lessons in Menlo Park area. I mainly work with red ball, orange ball, yellow ball (beginner and intermediate level). I have players who are playing in tournaments, so I coach them and take them to tourney’s too.

Youth soccer coach with 6+ years of coaching experience across USA, Scotland, and India. MSc Sports Management, University of Stirling. Coached U22 teams with Evolution UK International and studied Scottish second division football. Hold US Soccer 11v11 License, Scottish FA certifications, and IOC coaching credentials. Former player with 15 years of experience. I bring structured, fun, and development-focused sessions for all ages.

Hi, I'm Maha, a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach with a background in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. I help individuals improve gut health, increase energy, reduce cravings, sleep better, and create sustainable lifestyle habits through personalized coaching. My coaching approach is personalized, practical, and focused on long-term success rather than quick fixes. Together, we'll create realistic strategies that fit your lifestyle and goals.

"Review for Maha’s 6-week optimizing gut health program. If you’re thinking about improving your gut health, I highly recommend joining Maha’s 6‑week program on “Optimizing Gut Health.” I had been reading articles online, watching countless videos, and trying to make changes on my own, but the information quickly became overwhelming and it was hard to stay focused. Joining Maha’s program made a noticeable difference for both me and my husband. Her presentations are filled with bite‑sized yet powerful insights that are genuinely easy to absorb. The weekly interactive sessions became something we looked forward to—fun, supportive check‑ins where we could talk about our progress, learn the next steps, and practice simple breathwork and detox movements. Beyond the curated information, one of the biggest benefits for me was the sense of accountability I developed. Maha stays engaged throughout the week, checking in with reminders and thoughtful questions in the group chat, which helped keep me consistent and motivated. I highly recommend joining her sessions and experience firsthand how much better your gut can feel.

CM lvl 5. Voice, piano, and guitar. Also reading music. I have a background in choir, a entire childhood in piano. And guitar, my favorite, is necessary for good singing.

I have over six years of football coaching experience at the high school and junior college levels, including serving as Running Backs Coach and Special Teams Assistant at San Jose City College and JV Head Coach and Varsity Assistant at Del Mar High School. My coaching style emphasizes fundamentals, technique, football IQ, and confidence. I help players of all skill levels improve position specific skills, athletic performance, and game readiness