Private Lessons & Coaches in Spring Valley, CA

I've been teaching surfing and swimming for 12 years. I still get fired up when someone catches their first wave! I got my start teaching in 2014 at Mission Bay Aquatic Center. Besides that, I've also worked with Life Rolls On, helping surfers with special needs catch their first wave since 2017. My teaching style is patient, fun and encouraging. I have traveled all over the world and can also teach lessons in español tambien!

"He definitely knows what he’s doing and is very patient. Would recommend!

Decades at the net have taught me to blend precision, strategy and enjoyment in every lesson. I have taught tennis for 50 years, drawing on my experience as a Pro Athlete to refine technique, match strategy and mental resilience for players of all levels.FoundationFootworkTechniqueGeared to your goalsFromSocialToCompetitive Levels all Ages and Skillset Levels Private Semi Private Group Lessons Singles Doubles and StrategyTrainnig Nutrition All levelsI mprov e all aspects of your game! Packages

Transform your health from the inside out. I specialize in strength training, body recomposition, nutrition coaching, and lifestyle optimization. Drawing from 4 years experience with fitness like working at one of the top athletic clubs such as Lifetime and healthcare, I create personalized plans that help clients build muscle, lose fat, increase energy, and develop lifelong habits. My mission is to help you become stronger, healthier, and more confident.

"To Whom It May Concern, I’m writing this to express my full gratitude and admiration for Tim Herman, who served as my personal trainer. At the beginning of this year, I was in a very difficult place—drinking too much, heavier than I wanted to be, struggling with my skin, and mentally in a bad state. From day one, Tim gave me the tools I needed to save myself. He never gave up on me, even when I wasn’t doing everything I was supposed to. Tim is incredibly kind, patient, and knowledgeable. He helped me lose 30 pounds, improve my skin, regain self-confidence, and most importantly, start taking care of my mental and physical health. Tim is relocating to San Diego, and I can say without hesitation—if you are considering hiring him as a trainer, do it. His impact on my life is something I will always be grateful for. He’s not just a trainer—he’s a true coach, a fitness wizard, and an incredible human being. Sincerely, Rick Busby

Personal trainer for the past 2 years with experience in group and 1on1 training, 150+ internship hours in a collegiate weight room, and less than 1 year of experience as a personal trainer in a commercial gym. As your trainer, I will be committed to helping you achieve your goals, I will strive to make you feel like you are at your best, and I promise to ensure you are comfortable and confident performing workouts and activities

I have been teaching piano for over 20 years to students of all ages & have taught beginner guitar & voice lessons as well for the past 10 years. I love tailoring lessons to my students’ interests & aptitudes while giving them a great foundation to keep building upon! I would love to empower you on your musical journey!

"Amy is an incredible influence in our lives and our kids’ music careers! —PAULA, PARENT

Music has had a major impact in my life. Many people wish to learn how to play the piano and I am more than happy to teach them. In my 15 years of playing the piano, I learned, music has so many emotions into it and this allows you to learn more about an individual person. I an looking forward to learning more about the people I teach

"Greg is an amazing teacher, he is dedicated to music and never goes a day without playing an instrument. He taught my daughter how to play and now she is very passionate about music, highly recommend him as a teacher

I guide surfers from first waves to confident turns, blending technical precision with patient encouragement. I have taught surfing for several years, focusing on ocean safety, board control and progressive skill plans. I bring professionalism, enthusiasm and respect for the sea.

Over 15 years of experience coaching soccer from youth and recreational to competitive and professional. Sessions can be done to improve physical, technical, tactical aspects of the game based on the player needs, improve players confidence, game understanding. Sessions can be 1-1 or group training up to 4 players

Hello! This is Coach Camilla, and I am originally from Italy. I am now head coach of the academy Indy Spirit Eleven, located in Indiana. I have been a professional football player and had the opportunity to play for my National team Italy, also played for the professional club As Roma. I have work with all the ages, from girls pf 6-12 years old, to girls U20. I also have been assistant coach for the University of Oakland city.

I am an experienced, positive, results-driven English language arts tutor who can help students improve their grades in English class as well as increase their confidence in their reading and writing abilities. I can assist anyone who is learning English as a second language, including adults. For high school seniors, I can coach them to write impactful, memorable college application essays. I use several online platforms while on one-on-one Zoom meetings with my students. I have a teaching credential (English) and over 25 years of experience as an ELA classroom teacher and self-employed tutor. Reach out to me if you’d like to become a better reader, writer, and critical thinker!

"From their mom (on Nextdoor.com) I have been fortunate to have Meg work with both of my sons on their Honors English coursework and SAT English/Writing preparation. Meg consistently provides thoughtful, specific feedback that goes far beyond grammar and basic comprehension. She has a remarkable ability to identify both a student's strengths and the areas where they need to grow, whether that be deeper literary analysis, stronger thesis development, better planning, or clearer essay organization. What I appreciate most is how clearly she explains what separates an average essay from a truly strong analytical one. She offers practical, actionable strategies that students can immediately apply to improve their writing and critical thinking. Her feedback is honest, detailed, and highly constructive, and both of my sons have benefited greatly from her guidance. Most importantly, her coaching has helped boost their confidence and foster a greater interest in writing. I would highly recommend Meg to any student looking to strengthen their writing, critical thinking, and literary analysis skills, whether for Honors English, SAT preparation, or overall academic growth.