Private Lessons & Coaches in Vista, CA

Originally from Sweden, Henrik’s passion for golf started at age 11, growing up surrounded by a culture of excellence and friendly competition. He played professionally on the European Challenge Tour, Asian Tour, South American Tour, and Swedish Golf Tour before transitioning to coaching in 1990. Henrik has spent the past 30 years coaching national teams from Sweden, Norway, and Belgium, as well as players in numerous European and World Championships. He now teaches at Encinitas Ranch Golf Course in San Diego, where his fluency in Swedish, English, and French allows him to coach globally. Henrik also shares his expertise in biomechanics and technique as an international lecturer.

San Diego local with 40 years of surfing experience. Experienced in teaching beginners to intermediate. Have ISA surf lesson credentials. Have soft tops, longboards and shortboards. Love to share the stoke of surfing and will get you up and riding. Whether it’s one or multiple lessons I’ll have you confident in the ocean. I can take you to a uncrowded beach where you don’t have to worry about other surfers/swimmers. Will provide local knowledge of the surroundings and location.

Music is more than notes; it's a language I've spoken fluently for 57 years, reaching the professional level. Let's unlock your guitar potential together, whether you're a beginner or refining advanced skills. i’m a former scholarship student from the San Francisco Conservatory of music. I played professionally on television and radio type my name into YouTube to see and hear more music. Guitar studies with Joe Pass, classical guitar studies with Pepe Romero, studio guitar studies with Jimmy Wyble who was staff guitarist for Paramount. selections from my CD “listen closely to art”can be heard on 88.3.

"From the parents; Ian let us know that you are a wonderful teacher. He told us that you have a vast amount of knowledge and so much to offer. He was very happy with his lessons.!

I'm an avid pickleball enthusiast, playing regularly about twice a week. While I primarily focus on singles play, I also enjoy the world of doubles. What sets me apart is my advocacy for playing pickleball with disabilities, as I personally use a prosthetic device. My mission is to teach pickleball in a loving and accepting way, demonstrating that this sport can be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of their condition. Let's hit the court and celebrate the inclusivity of pickleball together!

"Good lesson. I learned how to better serve. I enjoyed the lesson.

Multiple years coaching high level travel baseball as well as providing private coaching instruction with an emphasis on pitching and throwing mechanics from ages 12-18. My own personal career was cut short due to injury, so I have channeled my love for the sport into helping teach the next generation of athletes. I have included current college stats of some of my previous players as proof of my ability and philosophy.

"Coach helped me get my sinker and slider where they needed to be, I can’t thank him enough

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.

Tennis Professional Coaching and Tennis Expertise: Current Owner/Director at San Diego Ace Tennis Academy *Current Head Tennis Professional at the RBCTC Tennis Club *USPTA/RSPA Certified *Safe play Certified *Former tennis pro at the San Diego Tennis & Racket Club *Received a Full Ride Tennis Scholarship to UCLA and USD (Played #1 for team) and reached a #66 in the national collegiate level in the U.S. *Certified to work with all ages and levels

"Coach Stephanie has been wonderful with my daughter. She just started taking lessons and already looks forward to every session. The instruction is patient, encouraging, and makes learning fun while building confidence and skills. What really stands out is Coach Stephanie's experience from playing at all levels of the game at a D1 college at UCLA and playing on the WTA Tour, along with the ability to effectively coach players of all skill levels--from beginners to advanced competitors. We're excited to see my daughter continue to grow and develop her skills with such a knowledgeable and supportive coach. Highly recommend!

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.

I offer a rare opportunity to beginners or existing players to learn tennis instantly or reach their full potential. With over 18 years of coaching and 28 years of playing experience I've developed thousands of players. I've coached players like Nikoloz Basilashvili during 2021 Indian Wells Finals who cracked ATP top 20 ranking. Currently i still work with over 300 players annually.

"My daughter has had an excellent experience training with coach Nik over the past two months. In this short period of time, her skills have dramatically improved in all key areas—forehand, backhand, serve, return, and footwork. Beyond technical development, her decision-making during matches has also significantly advanced.What stands out most is the coach’s structured and thoughtful approach to training. After every lesson,Nik provides a detailed report that outlines what was covered, highlights areas for improvement, and sets clear focus points. These reports have been incredibly helpful in guiding my daughter’s practice and accelerating her progress. During training sessions, Coach Nik explains each concept with great clarity and tailors drills to address specific weaknesses. This personalized and methodical approach has made a big difference in both my daughter’s performance and her confidence on the court.Thanks Nik!

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