Private Lessons & Coaches in Tampa, FL

I am an ex professional athlete, who has coached Ice Hockey and other Sports for over 10 years. I also have designed fitness programs for Olympic Athletes for all sports. I work with youth, high school, college and adult athletes and would love the opportunity to provide a total fitness program and skills coaching for you or your athlete.

Hayden Givens-Craig is a professional pitcher whose career is built on development, persistence, and results. After entering college throwing just 73 MPH, Hayden transformed himself into a 90 MPH arm by his senior season. At Southeastern University, he became one of the program’s most dominant relievers, finishing his senior year with 4 top five single season records before signing professionally. Now Hayden uses the same training principles that fueled his own transformation to help athletes.

Music is more than just notes on a page, it's a universal language. With 30 years of experience as a musician, I bring passion to every guitar lesson. Let's unlock your musical potential together.

"These lessons are amazing! Even as a beginner/intermediate player, I felt challenged in all the right ways. The teaching is patient, clear, and hands-on, so you’re actually playing and improving every lesson. I’ve tried other teachers before, but these lessons are different—they focus on real songs, real skills, and making progress fun. I can see my technique, timing, and confidence improving week by week. Honestly, if you want lessons that actually stick and make you excited to pick up your instrument, this is the place to be.

I have a proven track record of developing players at every level. As a former collegiate student-athlete and 2007 Hillsborough County All-Star, I've trained athletes across multiple states and worked with players of all ages and skill levels. My training philosophy focuses on building strong fundamentals while developing basketball IQ, confidence, court awareness and decision-making. The student can expect the first lesson as an assessment of their strengths/weaknesses & desired improvements.

With a lifetime passion for basketball, I bring years of experience as both a player and a coach to every training session. I’ve coached a wide range of players, from youth teams in AAU and at the YMCA to dedicated one on one training. My coaching philosophy is built on the belief that greatness starts with a solid foundation. Then skill development, conditioning, mental toughness/IQ, and competitiveness. I train athletes of all ages and skill levels. Let’s get to work.

"As the parent of an 8 year old, I honestly can’t say enough good things about our child’s trainer. When we first signed up for youth basketball I didn’t expect much. But Coach Robinson was great. So much so that we continued with some extra training after the kids season was over. He is incredibly patient and knows how to work with young kids. At 8 your attention span can be short but he keeps practices engaging, structured, and positive. What stands out is how he builds confidence. My child used to be shy during games and hesitant to handle the ball. Now I see a noticeable difference. Beyond skills he teaches sportsmanship, listening skills, and discipline.

After discovering pickleball 4 years ago I have loved every minute. I began teaching in England for 2 years, starting with beginners and up to 4.0 students as they progressed. I love guiding your natural skills and adding tweaks to get you to level up. If you're just starting I enjoy getting you into the best sport on earth : )

Michael-Ray Pallares, the Director of Coach Training and Education for the UPT, is a former professional tennis player from the Dominican Republic. As a player, he was a two-time USTA national champion as a junior, received a full scholarship to play at the University of Alabama, ranked Top 10 in NCAA Division 1 tennis and held an ATP ranking for more than ten years while representing his country in the Davis Cup and the Central American and Caribbean Games. Michael-Ray has traveled extensively as a professional tour coach and/or sparring partner for several ATP and WTA players ranked top 10 in the world. He also served as Technical Director of the Panamanian Tennis Federation, Turkmenistan Tennis Federation and the Guam National Tennis Federation as an Expert Coach for the International Tennis Federation undertaking the Development of National Sport Structure, creating an action plan to strengthen the tennis program approved by the International Olympic Committee and Olympic Solidarity. He is now promoting the game of tennis worldwide through his foundation, One Love Tennis and the UPT coach education platform.

"Michael-Ray has really helped with my footwork, conditioning and overall movement on the court, which has improved my game so many levels!

With 15 years on the field and some college football experience. I'm dedicated to nurturing young football talent. My coaching focuses on skill development, strategic thinking, and instilling a passion for the game, always with a fun, supportive approach. I'm excited to help you reach your full potential!

"The lesson today was very fun and expiring. I’ve learnt a lot at the last two hours. I’ve only taken a couple classes with Coach and I’ve already seen the difference in my game. Consistency is key as he always has been saying I’m starting to see that.

Transitioning from a lifelong tennis journey, I've spent the last two years deeply immersed in the world of pickleball, and now, as a 4.5 player, coaching is my primary passion. My own start in pickleball came from lessons with a skilled local instructor, and I've since played in various tournaments. This hands-on experience shaped my down-to-earth coaching methodology. When you train with me, we'll begin at the foundation, just as I did: starting short, with underhand strokes, and progressively moving back. I'll guide you through essential serves, introducing you to specific serve techniques. Each session will kick off by understanding and evaluating your existing skills, after which we'll journey deeper into technical expertise. My goal is to craft lessons tailored to your needs and ensure that, through my coaching, your love and proficiency in pickleball grows exponentially.

"Holly is very concise and makes even work outs fun. We have a great time and hope to play with a group soon.

Former collegiate pitcher with four years of experience at Hillsborough Community College and Bethune-Cookman University. Having worked in every pitching role from starter to closer, I bring firsthand knowledge of player development, pitching mechanics, and the mental side of the game. I work with athletes ages 13U and up, focusing on fundamentals, confidence, baseball IQ, and helping each player reach their full potential.

"Logan had a great knowledge of what needed to be fixed mechanically with me and really exploited my strengths to help me see serious results which drove confidence in me as well.