Private Lessons & Coaches in Windermere, FL

For over 38 years, I've involved with Tennis. My passion for tennis made me dedicate myself to this amazing sport for my entire life. I’ve traveled for over 30 countries as player/coach, delivering my best including high performance and amateurs! I have experience with players of all levels.

"I started to play tennis when I was 12 years old. Then I’ve stopped to play and back to play again with Rafael when I was 17. It was an amazing journey for one year, mixing students time and sports. Rafa helped me up to develop my tennis skills and my confidence! Thanks Rafa

Music is more than just notes on a page – it’s a language of emotion and connection. With 35 years of experience, including playing professionally, I'm passionate about helping you find your unique voice through the guitar. Let's unlock your musical potential together!

I'm a recording artist helping aspiring musicians like you find their voice on the guitar. With 3 years of experience teaching, I'm passionate about fostering creativity and helping you achieve your musical goals. Let's make some music together!

I am a lover of music and people. I was a late start musician so I have an understanding of the learning process first hand. I have always been musical but I jumped into intense collegiate music study in my 40’s. The study of music has enriched my life with more than just great songs. I’ve made amazing friends, been to cool places and connected with all ages. The tribe that’s drawn to make music are my favorite people and we dive down any lane of music you want. It’s all amazing and it just gets more fun as you go. I’m classically trained and bring good technique to all genres of music. I enjoying singing as well and feel hearing pitch and repeating it is an important skill even if your not a singer. Your heart, ear and sense of groove is of utmost importance. Reach out to me and let’s make some music.

"My son started his guitar journey with Shannon just shy of his 9th birthday. At the time he was her youngest student. We could not have asked for a better teacher to foster his love of music and interest in learning guitar. Shannon is such an amazing teacher and truly cares and invests in her students. My son really gravitated to Shannon and loved his time with her. Together they built a great foundation of classical theory and technique. He really thrived under her tutelage and continues to improve his skills that he built with Shannon. I can't recommend her enough!

John Hatcher has been teaching music for 27 years and playing guitar since he was 6 years old. He is passionate about music; guitar especially, and enjoys sharing that passion with his students. John teaches rock, metal, country, blues, bluegrass, jazz, and classical finger picking. He is most skilled at electric, acoustic, and bass guitars, banjo, mandolin, dulcimer, beginner piano and drums. John is fluent in reading music as well as teaching tablature, scales, modes, phrasing, hand and finger dexterity, rhythm, chord progressions, and improvisation. John has professional recording experience with Old Dog Records, Omega 4 Studios, Celestial Sound Studios and has created soundtracks for numerous documentaries such as The Devil’s Chair, Ghost In The Machine, Cassadaga, and Song Without Words. John’s music can be heard in Harley Davidson Motorcycles and Sea Doo Jet Ski commercials as well as on FOX Sports and ESPN Sports Reels. You may also recognize John’s musical scoring from EA Sports Video Games. John has played live professionally all across the United States along with several bands and as a solo artist. In Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Charlotte, Nashville, Memphis, Orlando, he played with other artists such as, The Larry Black Band, Smokey Jackson Band, The Dream Lake Project, Cyrus, The Southern Breeze Band and Pulverized Crush. As as younger musician, John had the proud opportunity of playing with the band Infidel, who opened for the popular metal group L.A. Guns. 1996-2006 – John Acquired an endorsement with JB Player Guitars, Cool Picks Guitar Picks, and Tranz Amps. In 2005 John was Featured in the The Lincoln Times News, North Carolina highlighting his passion for music and teaching. EDUCATION 1991-1994 University Of Central Florida Orlando, Florida Associates Degree / Music Theory Instruments: Guitar, Piano, Percussion & Drums. Studied Music Theory, Music History, Music Appreciation, Jazz Lab Band, Scoring & Sound Tracking. TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES Familiarity with ADAT Recording, Audacity, Cakewalk, Reaper, NHC, and Reel to Reel Analog. Record Beats and Tone Banks for tracks with MIDI. Skilled in Audio / Video Editing with Roxio for Video Scoring. EXPERIENCE 2022-Current – Private Studio / Clarkesville, Georgia and Marion Oaks, Florida Freelance Studio Work & Music Instructor 2016-2022 – Guitar Center / Orlando and Ocala, Florida Senior Guitar Instructor 2013-2015 – Lake Norman Performing Arts / Huntersville, North Carolina Guitar, Bass, Mandolin, Beginner Drums & Piano Instructor. 2010-2013 – Private Studio / Charlotte, North Carolina Private Lesson Instructor 2003-2006 – ABC Music / Tavares, Florida Guitar, Bass, Mandolin, & Banjo 1996-2006 Fletcher Music Center / Leesburg and The Villages, Florida

"John Hatcher is not only a fun instructor he wants to teach you everything you ever wanted to know. He’s patient and he genuinely wants his students to succeed. Very highly recommended!

Hi, I'm Dani, a certified yoga instructor with 10+ years of experience, having discovered this transformative practice during my studies in India. My teaching style blends elements from Hatha, Vinyasa, and Yin traditions, and I'm passionate about creating an inclusive space for all to experience the countless benefits of yoga. Besides teaching group classes, I also offer private sessions and workshops focused on stress relief, flexibility, and strength building, aiming to deepen the mind-body-spirit connection of my students. When not on the mat, I enjoy hiking, spending time with family, and exploring new vegetarian recipes. Let's embark on a fulfilling yoga journey together!

I'm a personal trainer who is passionate about integrating good nutrition habits with physical activity. My journey into this field was inspired by my own struggles with hypertension and being overweight due to poor eating habits. Through my experiences, I've learned how crucial it is to balance diet and exercise for overall well-being, and I love helping others achieve that balance in their lives.

"Awesome Coach! He has helped me not only to stay active and injury free but with nutrition as well. I am very very happy with the fast result I got in my first week. Highly recommended

Ready to unlock your tennis potential? I'm an experienced player with more than 20 years of coaching experience, passionate about helping players of all levels elevate their game. My approach combines technical expertise with a focus on building confidence, physical conditioning, tactical strategy for singles and doubles play and a genuine love for the sport.

I’m Wissam, a passionate and driven tennis coach currently playing for the University of Central Florida (UCF) and ranked on the ATP Tour. My coaching style is energetic, hands-on, and fully personalized to each player’s goals. Whether you’re looking to master your fundamentals, sharpen your competitive edge, or simply enjoy the game more, I’ll guide you step by step with the same methods I use in high-performance training. Each session combines technical precision, strategy, and mental toughness—because tennis is as much about mindset as movement. My goal is simple: to make every player feel confident, challenged, and inspired every time they step on the court.