19 coaches & instructors for lessons in Byron Center, MI

Coach John Forton is starting his 10th year as Men’s Golf Coach at Grand Rapids Community College. He has an extensive background in the game of golf with over 60 years of playing golf and 40 years of teaching. His coaching experience of 22 years includes his time at Grand Rapids Community College and at Greenville High School in Greenville, Michigan. He recently was elected to the Greenville High School Athletic Hall of Fame and was inducted into the class of 2023 in September. He had an outstanding high school career at Greenville High School excelling in four sports, golf, basketball, tennis and track and field. He recently was elected to the Greenville High School Athletic Hall of Fame and will officially be inducted into the class of 2023 in September. He was a four-year Tri-River Conference selection in golf and was the MHSAA Class B Regional Champion in 1977. He was named to the MHSAA All State Team that same year. Forton was also one of four juniors in the State of Michigan that qualified for the United States Junior Amateur Championship at the Scarlet Course on the Campus of Ohio State University in 1976. He still holds several Greenville High School golf records. After high school he enlisted the United States Air Force and competed in the All-Service National Golf Championship finishing a respectable 10th in the country. In basketball, Forton was the Tri-River Conference leading scorer, unanimous Tri-River All Conference selection and was named to the MHSAA Class B Honorable Mention All-State Team in 1978. He was also selected to the Tri-River All Conference Tennis Team that same year compiling a 12-1 record and finishing second in the MHSAA Class B Regional. He was awarded nine varsity letters in four years at Greenville High School. He attended Aquinas College after graduation and competed on the varsity teams for both golf and basketball for one year and played basketball at Montcalm Community College in Stanton, Michigan that following year. He enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1981 and attended Park University during his four-year tenure serving his country. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Management and Human Resources in 1985 and received the United States Air Force Distinguished Education Award. This award is given to individuals that have obtained the highest standard of academic achievement throughout their four-year career. Presently, Forton is in his 10th year as the PGA Lead Instructor at Egypt Valley Country Club in Ada, Michigan. He has positively impacted thousands of individuals through his teaching at Egypt Valley Country Club and his coaching at Grand Rapids Community College. He resides in Greenville, Michigan where he continues to support Greenville High School Athletics. He has been an MHSAA Basketball Official for 28 years and has officiated over 2500 middle and high school games throughout Western Michigan. When not involved with golf, Forton likes to travel and attend college basketball and football games.

From the shores of Lake Michigan to the sandy beaches of Florida, I've been riding the waves since my teenage years, learning the art of surfing from my talented cousins. Bringing the surf culture to the Great Lakes, I've witnessed a surge in interest, with more people taking to the waters year-round, even in winter's chill. As a passionate advocate for surfing, I've shared my knowledge with countless individuals, from kids to adults, helping them experience the thrill of catching a wave. Additionally, I volunteered at Third Coast Rising, a nonprofit providing free therapy to veterans and first responders through surfing. Together, we're not just riding waves; we're making waves of positive change in our community.

"Legendary lake surfer will get you up on a wave. He's one of the most stoked guys I've ever met, and he kept me stoked for the entirety of our surf lesson.

Looking exclusively for high level players in Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, and the surrounding areas. My name is Marshall Warner, 21 year old former Division 1 footballer, and prior to that played academy in England and Spain. I’m looking to work exclusively with outside backs, wingers, and central midfielders. However, in regards to developing you technically and tactically, I can work with any position besides goalkeeper. My understanding of the game stems from playing in 3 countries with 3 entirely different play styles, all of which I learned at some of the highest levels possible. We will work on what YOU need to take your game to the next level. I’m not going to waste your time doing things that you’ve been doing your entire life. I’m going to go into specifics on things that you didn’t know had specifics. I’ll assess you as a player and figure out what we need to do to accomplish your football goals. I’ll be taking players on that I feel I can best work with.

With 4 years of dedicated pickleball experience, including competitive matches against top-ranked players, I've cultivated a passion that initially stems from my 4-year journey with high school tennis. My background also extends to organizing camps and conducting personalized lessons across different sports. I'm enthusiastic about hitting the pickleball courts, fostering a great time, and sharing my skills with others. Let's enjoy the game together!

"Blake is a great trainer and very capable with his skills he makes sure to be on time and have all gear in case you forget. I would highly recommend Blake

Former high school goalkeeper with a passion for developing youth and teen athletes. He emphasizes skill growth, confidence, and teamwork, while bringing his background in exercise science to training sessions. Recognized with the WHAC Champion of Character Award, Nathaniel is dedicated to building strong players and positive role models on and off the field.

Nora has played volleyball since she was six years old, earning three varsity letters as a libero at one of the largest high schools in Illinois. She went on to play college volleyball for a year before a career-ending injury cut her journey short. Nora then transitioned to coaching, leading every team she worked with to a winning record over two years. Currently, she enjoys playing in adult leagues twice a week, continuing her passion for the sport.

With a racket in hand since age 8, I've journeyed through the world of ping pong, tennis, and pickleball with a passion for competition and coaching. From multiple ping pong tournament victories to competing at the Michigan Division 1 High School Varsity level in tennis, my dedication to racket sports runs deep. Although an injury prevented me from playing college tennis, my service in the Air Force provided a new platform for coaching, where I had the honor of sharing my tennis expertise with fellow service members. As a part-time tennis coach at MVP, I continue to inspire and mentor players of all levels, drawing from my diverse background and love for the game.

"My son benefited much from the tennis lessons on all fronts. Lessons were flexible and effective in terms of overall work, specific work and requests, and flexible times for the lessons. Made a big difference as a freshman performing 1st doubles on JV!! High recommendation! Thank you!