Private Lessons & Coaches in Marne, MI

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.

I have been a dedicated fitness instructor since 2012 and a pickleball coach since 2023, teaching numerous classes and helping players of all levels improve their game. With a passion for making the sport fun and accessible, I focus on building skills, confidence, and a strong sense of community on the court. As a bilingual instructor fluent in English and Spanish, I enjoy connecting with a wide range of players and creating an inclusive learning environment where everyone feels welcome.

"Honestly, I found Geraldine’s lesson quite enjoyable and actually pretty helpful. She made it super fun, loved it really. Though I think I could still use more practice on some techniques, her relaxed style kept me engaged without any pressure. If you’re looking to sharpen your pickleball skills, it might be worth giving her a try.

I have been playing pickleball for over six years, starting at a 3.5 level and quickly advancing to 4.75+. With a background in cricket, badminton, and other racquet sports, Now my passion has shifted entirely to pickleball, the only sport I play. For the past 3 years, I have been dedicated to helping adults and kids in my community improve their pickleball skills. I aim to take my coaching to the next level, sharing my enthusiasm and expertise to inspire and develop new players in this exciting sport.

"Mani introduced me to Pickleball and lot of friends . As many we got hooked up with it . His ability to clarify the basic strategies and pickleball essentials skill are very helpful for me to play well and move up my level !

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!