Private Lessons & Coaches in Des Plaines, IL

Beginner focused pickleball coaching, blending technical fundamentals, tactical insight, and patient, encouraging instruction. I customize sessions to each player's goals to build skill, strategy, and lasting enjoyment of the game.

History of tennis, racquetball, and pickleball. Aggie flight attendant.

Driven by a love for the game, I bring five years of tennis coaching experience to every lesson. As a seasoned player myself, I tailor my approach to help students of all levels improve their skills and ignite their passion for tennis. Let's elevate your game together!

"Okay, so, Ashlae has been helping me with my tennis game, and I gotta say, she's the most patient person ever! When I started, I was super clueless, like hitting the ball into the net every time. But Ashlae never got frustrated. She just kept showing me the right techniques and giving me tips on how to improve my swing. She broke everything down into simple steps, so it was easy to understand, and she always had a positive attitude, even when I was making a ton of mistakes. Now, I'm actually starting to get the hang of it, and it's all thanks to her patience and awesome teaching skills!

Andre is a dedicated tennis coach with six years of playing experience, working with players of all ages and skill levels. He focuses on building strong fundamentals, improving technique, and fostering confidence on the court. Andre creates a supportive and engaging environment, helping each player develop their game while enjoying the learning process.

"Coach André is a spectacular and funny tennis instructor. I love tennis lessons with him. My son is also his student and we love playing tennis, thanks to him.

My deep background in tennis and racket sports gives me a technical edge most pickleball coaches simply don’t have. I understand spin, footwork, and court geometry at a level that translates directly. Add I entrepreneurial drive and hands-on coaching ambition, and I bring both the skill set and the passion to genuinely develop players.

"I’ve been competing at the 4.5 level for two years and hit a wall. My coach completely rebuilt my reset mechanics, tightened my erne execution, and gave me a clear game plan for tournament play. Within two months I won my first gold medal at a regional event. This coaching is the real deal.

Racket sports expertise transfers seamlessly to padel’s unique blend of tennis technique and wall play, giving me an instant coaching foundation most instructors lack. On top of that, I’m actively building a padel club in Algeria from the ground up, that level of investment in the sport signals real passion and vision that players and investors alike will trust.

"I play in a regional padel league and needed serious tactical upgrades. My coach analyzed my pair dynamics, fixed my tendency to over-smash from the back, and drilled transition patterns until they became second nature. Our team jumped two divisions this season. Coaching at its absolute finest.

I was a girls lacrosse coach at Lane Tech College Prep. I also was the captain of my high school team which won the Illinois State Championship. I was All-State as an Attackman.

"Brand new to lacrosse but I’ve learned so much in just my first lesson. Thanks Coach A!

I grew my love for the beautiful game playing in AYSO on the lakefront before moving on to play club soccer with Chicago Fire Juniors, Chicago City Soccer Club. I played D3 soccer at The College of Wooster, and since graduating I have still been very involved in the game. I coached with Surf Soccer Club while living in California for 2 years after graduating, before moving back home to Chicago and reuniting with my old club Chicago City as a coach/analyst.

I have an M.A. in teaching ESL and have taught English for 6 years. I have been an educator for 19 years. I teach all skill levels of English from beginner to people studying professional vocabulary for work. I have also taught all ages. To really understand how people learn English, you must know how different people learn at different levels.

Trinity College Dublin graduate of European Studies. I provide adaptive, strengths-based coaching for high school and undergrad students. Whether we are tackling writing, social studies, English, or German, I meet you where you're at. My expertise includes essay craft, college application strategy, and line-level editing. I thrive on helping students move from "I can't" to "I can," building confidence and critical thinking skills needed to master complex material and own your academic progress!