Private Lessons & Coaches in Thousand Oaks, CA

I am a 22-year old acting coach, theater artist, and a recent graduate of NYU Tisch School of the Arts with a BFA in Drama and a minor in Educational Theatre. Specializing in theater, I work with actors, ages 16-27, with a focus on audition prep, monologue coaching, college audition materials, and scene study. My coaching style emphasizes truthful storytelling, strong text analysis, and confidence-building to help emerging performers grow as artists and storytellers.

"Hazel was very persistent with her coaching, and saw talent in me that I didn’t see myself. And with her coaching she was both friendly and stern in getting my inner actor to show its face.

Dalton Causey is a Los Angeles actor, writer, and director from Dothan, Alabama. He has been teaching acting and writing all across the country for the last four years and is always excited to see what brilliant ideas the next crop of students come in with.

Mike has been a running coach and performance specialist since 2006. Mike has guided more than 1000 athletes to a wide spectrum of goals, from ages 8 to 80, from 5k to marathon, including former couch potatoes, as well as Olympic hopefuls. He is a former track & field coach and physical education teacher at the prestigious Sidwell Friends School, and has taught an undergraduate performance psychology course at George Washington Univ and Marymount Univ. Mike has published a book on run training.

Anael Davoodpour is a certified yoga teacher with a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education and a 200-hour Yoga Alliance certification. She teaches Hatha, Vinyasa Flow, Yin, and Kids Yoga for all ages and experience levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. Her classes combine mindful movement, breathwork, strength, flexibility, and relaxation, creating an inclusive and supportive environment where students can build balance, confidence, and a deeper connection with themselves.

Madeleine is the founder and guide behind Poise (poisedbym.com), bringing over a decade of experience in Yoga, meditation and mindfulness practices for clients of all ages and levels. Her work combines trauma-informed approaches, somatic awareness and nervous system regulation to support resilience, recovery and holistic well being. She integrates insights from buddhist psychology and neuroscience- informed Mindfulness to create safe, inclusive and transformative experiences.

"As an athlete, I wanted to improve my flexibility and sharpen my focus, and these sessions have exceeded my expectations. I’ve noticed better mobility, quicker recovery, and feel much more present during training and competition. The combination of movement and breathwork has made a real difference in both my performance and mindset. Highly recommend to any athlete looking for an edge.

I’ve taught multiple styles of Yoga and also Thai Massage at various studios in Los Angeles and at the White Lotus Foundation in Santa Barbara for over twenty years. I have advanced training in Yoga and Thai Massage and a degree in Social Work. My teaching focuses on Restorative yoga, stretching, relaxation and my training and experience in Thai bodywork.

Hi, I’m Destinney! I’m a former professional soccer player with 6 years of experience competing in Liga MX Femenil. I specialize in helping soccer players of all ages and skill levels improve their technical ability, athletic performance, and confidence on the field. Every training session is tailored to your individual goals as my goal is to help every player develop not only as an athlete but also as a confident competitor who enjoys the game.

"Great coach with a lot of patience. Knows her stuff!

I’m a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Certified Yoga Instructor with a passion for helping people feel stronger, healthier, and more confident. My personal fitness journey began as a professional go kart racer, where I learned the value of discipline, performance, and taking care of my body from a young age - starting at just 9 years old. I specialize in strength training as well as yoga sculpt, creating personalized training programs tailored to each clients unique goals.

"I started working with Ali with the goal of losing weight and building healthier habits, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. I’ve lost 15 pounds so far, but more importantly, I feel stronger, healthier, and more confident than I have in years. Ali created a program that was completely tailored to my goals and adjusted it as I progressed, which kept me motivated the entire time. She knows exactly when to push you and when to make modifications, and she’s always available to answer questions or offer encouragement. If you’re looking for a trainer who genuinely cares about your success and creates a plan that actually works for you, Ali is the one.

I am a highly skilled personal trainer and massage therapist with extensive experience in fitness and wellness. I hold a Bachelor’s of Science degree from the University Bandeirante of São Paulo and the International Sports Science Association (ISSA). With over a decade of expertise. I have helped individuals of all ages and abilities achieve their fitness goals, including athletes, elderly individuals, and children with special needs. I specialize in personalized training programs focusing on sports training, Pilates, functional training, bodybuilding, and Jiu Jitsu training.

"Cuba has been fantastic with my two children. He has helped them get physically and mentally stronger but also he is very patient and thoughtful with my kids while still being firm enough to gain respect from them and they love training with him.

Hi, I’m Shawn Naseri, a professional surf instructor with over 20 years of teaching experience in Los Angeles. I specialize in safe, fun, and personalized surf lessons for kids and adults of all skill levels. My goal is to build confidence in the ocean while teaching proper technique and ocean safety. I look forward to helping you catch your first wave or improve your surfing skills.