Private Lessons & Coaches in Chatham, IL

Guiding players from fundamentals to high-performance with clarity and energy, I have 15 years teaching and playing basketball at youth and competitive levels. My passion for basketball drives a curriculum blending technical expertise, tactical insight, and a supportive, engaging approach.

Hey there, I'm Ethan! A seasoned tennis coach and a proud 4.0 rated player. And when I'm not serving or volleying, my other passion is through teaching Elementary Physical Education. I have experience coaching numerous students across every skill level, and I can't wait to teach you!

"Great lesson! He was positive and encouraging the whole time. His feeds were really consistent, and he could place the ball exactly where he wanted. I'd definitely recommend taking a lesson with him.

Kind and courageous team player. Was a captain and starting 3rd baseman for the national champion University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Igniting passion and skill on the court is my specialty. As a solid tennis and pickleball player, I taught highly regarded skills clinics in the local community. Most of my players experience rapid progress on the court and leave the clinic with much more confidence and enthusiasm for the game. I offer tailored instruction to elevate your game, making learning fun and effective. Let's achieve your goals together! I’m passionate about the sport and would like to help as many people learn and improve as possible. If you need a lesson outside of Wilmette in the north shore area, please send me a request. I’ll see what I can do. All my sessions will be tailored specifically to individual players. Here’s an overview of what we will do based on your levels: For Beginners: Building the Foundation The goal is to get you up and running so you can truly enjoy your new sport. I will focus on laying a solid technical foundation and teaching you the key strategies needed to start playing matches. By understanding the "how" and the "why" early on, you will see consistent, rewarding progress over time. For Intermediate Players: Breaking the Bottleneck I will identify exactly what is holding you back—the specific moments where you feel uncomfortable or lose points repeatedly. We’ll use purposeful, engaging drills to turn those weaknesses into strengths. Often, refining just one specific shot can transform your entire game. From there, we will progress into advanced shot selection and point construction. For Advanced Players: Mastering the Margins At this level, it’s about fine-tuning your unique style. I will analyze your game to sharpen your anticipation, balance, and footwork. Our sessions focus on high-level decision-making, precise targeting, and superior ball control. Finally, we’ll integrate the "secret sauce" of the competitive game: mental toughness and peak physical fitness.

"I’m an advanced tennis player. Playing pickleball is easy but also humbling as I level up when patience and strategy become critical. Wen helped me understand the key difference between the two sports and develop skills and intuition to play competitively in pickleball.

I’m a 2x gold medalist in skating skills and freeskate. Teaching for over 15 years- students ranging from beginners to double axel/ triples ages 4-99 Fully insured, safe sport and learn to skate certified. Masters degree in education. You can expect master instruction, high expectations and lessons tailored to your goals and needs to make you the best figure skater you can be.

I bring 13 years' ice hockey coaching experience to every session. I specialize in skating mechanics, puck skills, tactical positioning and player development, guided by a deep passion for the sport and a focus on enjoyable progress. I also can do off ice workouts and skill sessions.

Golf is my passion and I’ve been playing golf for over 40 years. My love for the game is something I wish to share with my students. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just learning I will tailor your lessons to your level of playing experience. Don’t wait to improve your game let’s team up now!

"Stu made himself available to give me one quick lesson that shaved off multiple strokes from my game. Reminding myself of his tips not only helped me at the range but carried its way to the course. He improved my stance and my swing and I’d recommend him to anyone looking for an instructor who will meet you at your skill level. Kelly H

Hi Everyone! I’m Josh Handelman, a local golf instructor and former competitive player (New Trier High School golf, trained under the Northwestern golf staff). I recently went full-time as a private golf coach, working alongside Wildcat Golf Academy’s youth program. I offer private lessons, group lessons, playing lessons, and clinics for all ages and skill levels. Would love to help any neighbors — or their kids — looking to pick up golf or sharpen their game this season. Feel free to reach out!

"As a low-single digit handicap, I was skeptical a lesson would move the needle - but Josh caught a subtle timing issue in my downswing and we quickly worked to get back on track

I combine technical rigor, tactical insight, and patient instruction to help players refine strokes, movement, and match strategy with confidence and consistency. I have taught tennis for many years and am committed to fostering growth with professionalism and a spirited, approachable manner.

Professional Tv and Film Actor/Writer/Producer. Over twenty-five years pro experience. Over forty-five SAG-AFTRA credits, including Amazon’s Critic’s Choice Nominated tv series PATRIOT, PERPETUAL GRACE LTD and the hit HBO show DTF. ST. LOUIS. Strong, detailed, creative, and energetic. Self-motivated. Credits accessible on IMDB.