Private Lessons & Coaches in Maplewood, NJ

I help athletes and young men build confidence, discipline, leadership, and life skills through basketball, mentorship, and accountability. With years of experience working in youth development, education, behavior support, and coaching, I believe the game is bigger than basketball — it’s about character, growth, and purpose.

My name is Allen Holmes I’m a fitness model bodybuilder and certified personal trainer

I am NFPT master certified Personal Trainer. My specialties include : flexibility, balance, core strength, weight loss nutrition, as well as strength and conditioning. The past 16 years I've been training athletes and fitness enthusiasts I used to be a professional tennis player, and the discipline, focus, and skills I developed during my tennis career have greatly influenced my approach to training. I love working out and staying active, as it keeps me motivated and allows me to support others in their fitness journeys. EXPERTISE: - Fitness Nutrition Specialist - Resistance Training Specialist - Endurance Training Specialist - Core Training - Plyometric Training Essentials - Sleep coach CERTIFICATION - NFPT master fitness trainer

"Elona is incredibly knowledgeable, always attentive to form, and great at adjusting workouts to match my goals and energy levels. She knows how to challenge me without ever making me feel overwhelmed. Her positive attitude and encouragement keep me motivated even on tough days. Since working with her, I’ve seen real progress in my strength, endurance, and overall mindset toward fitness. Every session feels like a step forward. If you’re looking for a trainer who’s skilled, supportive, and truly invested in your success, I absolutely recommend Elona.

Alexandra was born and raised in a tennis family. Second generation of professional tennis players. She was the number #1 junior tennis player in Central Asia. A daughter of Galina Sorokotyaga who was #1 back to 1965 in Soviet Union. Alexandra considers herself honest and responsible. PTR(Professional Tennis Registry) category "PROFESSIONAL" . Alexandra sees her students playing freely. She has knowledge and twenty years experience to help her students to achieve their tennis goals fast.

I am an experienced Reading, Writing, and ESL tutor with 13+ years teaching students from early childhood through adulthood. I hold a B.A. in English with a minor in Education and an MFA in Poetry. I specialize in reading comprehension, expository and creative writing, ESL, and poetry. As a published writer, I use a student-centered approach that adapts to different learning styles, encourages creativity, builds confidence, and creates a lasting love of learning.

"Teacher Michelle helped my child go from failing her ELA class, to passing with a B! Sarah was behind in school due to her slow reading speed and was always getting questions wrong in comprehension homework and class work. Teacher Michelle worked closely with Sarah, finding why she was reading slowly, and made a personalized strategy to help her. She was friendly and my child really enjoyed working with her!

Positive Energy Driven Fitness Lessons. The training focus on 3 targets: Sprints, Calisthenics and Core. Ideally, these are 2-3 workouts per week to get you started on the lifestyle you deserve. I do believe in strong accountability that leads to a great workout. No workout will be dull. You will also have first access to my 66 day Fitness Challenge that will give you sustainable results and sustainable mindset.

With a lifelong love for the game, I strive to instill confidence and skill in every player. I am currently a college baseball player entering my senior year at Saint Elizabeth University but began my college career at Kean University as a freshman student athlete. Baseball has been a major part of my life since I was 5 years old, and I developed years of experience. My coaching philosophy centers on personalized development, fostering a positive learning environment where athletes can excel.

Rutgers Youth Safety Certified with 3+ years dedicated to shaping little league baseball talent, I foster a positive and fun learning environment. I am dedicated to ensuring every young athlete learns the love of the game and also grows technically. My approach blends proven methods with personalized coaching for impactful results.

I'm a current professional basketball player and former collegiate and varsity high school student athlete. Not only am I dedicated to my craft as an athlete, I am dedicated to paying forward my experience and my craft to all of the inspiring basketball players looking to take their game to the next level.

"Coach Joe was very patient with me from the start , it was clear he was knowledgeable from breaking down the simple technique in a way easy to understand . I’ll definitely be back

I work with students at every level, from first-time players learning to hold a racquet correctly to competitive juniors and adults preparing for tournament play. Every lesson is built around your specific goals, whether that’s fixing a shaky serve, improving consistency, or developing a winning game plan.