Private Lessons & Coaches in Waltham, MA

I’ve been playing tennis for 17 years, including time on the professional circuit. My goal is to help players of all levels improve and enjoy the game. I focus on each player individually, tailoring every session to their needs while also sharing the valuable insights and on-court lessons that helped me compete at a high level. These are the kinds of details you won’t find in online tutorials or generic coaching. Highlights: ITF Junior Ranking: #145 in the world #1 Junior in Asia NCAA Division I player CAA Rookie of the Year 4× Conference Champion and 4× NCAA Tournament Player ITA National Rankings: #112 Singles, #69 Doubles Wins over UTR 13.3+ and Top 300 ATP players Current UTR: 12.3

"At one point, I really needed to work on my overall fitness—not just my tennis—and Bek found a way to combine both seamlessly. Our sessions included conditioning, footwork, and strength work while still staying focused on improving my game. It was the perfect balance, and it helped me get stronger both physically and mentally on the court.

I bring a practiced eye and engaging enthusiasm to lacrosse coaching, shaping fundamentals into fluid, strategic play. With several years of teaching experience, I emphasize technical precision, tactical awareness, and clear communication to build confident, resilient athletes. I recently graduated from the University of Virginia where I played Short Stick Defensive Midfield

I have been coaching high school varsity baseball for 21 years. In Massachusetts, I was the head coach at St. Sebastian’s for 7 years, the assistant coach at Worcester Academy for 2 years, a head coach for the Boston Prospects, and I currently coach the Roxbury Prep team. I have coached draft picks and many Division 1 players. I am also a teacher and a soccer and hockey coach, so I believe in teaching the game and I believe in athletes. I can help you get better and to the next level.

I focus entirely on practical scoring rather than rebuilding your swing from scratch. For the first week, we zero in strictly on mastering the 130-yard shot—because dialing in that single yardage is the fastest way to stop leaking strokes and finally break 100 or 90. We evaluate your game right out on the course during a real round to see how your distances play in actual conditions.

"Great instructor with an awesome attitude. Dilan knows how to keep the energy high and the feedback constructive. My execution and focus improved dramatically over our 12 lessons together. Had to get 2 more after my vacation

I am a retired businessman who ran my company for 35 years. I have played and coached basketball, golf and now pickleball. I coached youth sports when my kids were younger and coached them for 8+ years on town teams. I am an avid pickleball player who mainly works with adults learning and teaching the game to them.

Over the past 15 years, my focus has been on coaching functional fitness to improve balance, strength, and coordination for clients of various ages including those aged 55+ and older. I have practiced resistance training to develop muscular strength without the use of excessively heavy loads. Lenny has successfully addressed injuries through functional therapy, thus avoiding the need for drugs and surgery. He is also an active endurance athlete, with 29 years of competitive experience.

"After working with Lenny for the past six months, I can see a real difference in my overall fitness. Balance, posture and endurance all improved. Lenny has been especially helpful in identifying my specific needs. He helped me learn to breathe properly during exercise which has made a big difference for me. When I hurt my ankle, Lenny showed me exercises that reduced pain and healed quicker. When I had pain in my knee he showed me exercises that take pressure

RPO Certified pickleball instructor with a 4.7 DUPR and a passion for helping players of all levels improve their game. I focus on fundamentals, strategy, and match play — tailoring lessons to each player’s goals, whether it’s mastering technique, boosting consistency, or improving court IQ. Patient, positive, and results-driven. Available for private lessons, group clinics, and tournament coaching. Contact me to raise your game.

"I’m a beginner and was a little nervous about learning pickleball, but Joey made it fun and easy right from the start. He explained everything in simple terms and never made me feel overwhelmed. He was patient, encouraging, and kept the lesson relaxed while still helping me improve. By the end, I understood the basics, felt much more comfortable on the court, and was actually playing! I’d definitely recommend Joey to anyone who is new to pickleball and wants to learn the game, get better, and have fun doing it!

Former U.S. National Tennis Champion with years of competitive experience. I provide personalized coaching for beginners, intermediate, and advanced players of all ages. My lessons focus on technique, footwork, match strategy, fitness, and building confidence on the court. Whether you're learning the fundamentals or preparing for tournament competition, I'm committed to helping you reach your full potential.

"I really enjoyed every lesson. Coach Rudraksh is friendly, professional, and motivating. My technique and confidence have improved a lot, and I would definitely recommend him to anyone learning tennis.

My Name is Ethan Cohen, I’m currently a coach for Tufts University swim and dive program. I have been coaching for 7 years now—3 years as a swim coach and 6 years as a strength and conditioning coach. I also used to be as swimmer for 14 years and yes I swam in college at the division 2 and 3 level.

I have experience coaching at the Division 1 & Division 3 levels as well as playing D3 basketball. I'm currently an Assistant Coach at MIT and love teaching the game to players at all levels of basketball!