Private Lessons & Coaches in Lido Beach, NY

Coach Lu is a basketball trainer passionate about developing players from the ground up, with a focus on building strong fundamentals that translate into real game performance. With over a decade of playing experience, including starting at point guard as a varsity freshman and the versatility to play all five positions on the floor, Coach Lu transitioned into coaching with a belief that every player—regardless of starting skill level—can improve dramatically with the right instruction, repetition, and mindset. Coach Lu's training philosophy centers on three pillars: fundamentals first, individualized development, and building confidence alongside skill. Sessions blend proven skill-building progressions—ball-handling, shooting mechanics, footwork, and basketball IQ—with situational drills that prepare players for real game speed and decision-making. Currently working with players ranging from beginners to competitive youth athletes, Coach Lu emphasizes patience and clear communication, breaking down complex movements into simple, repeatable steps. Known for creating a positive, high-energy training environment, he believes that a player's love for the game is just as important as their technical growth. His own background as a starting point guard who could play any position gives him a unique feel for how each role sees the game, which shows up in how he teaches spacing, decision-making, and versatility to his students. Coach Lu is continuing to expand his coaching education through [certifications, mentorships, camps, or clinics] and is committed to growing alongside every athlete he trains.

Helping beginners improve their skills and advance to intermediate levels. Build a winning strategy with high conviction shots.

Keyi Ding is a music producer and sound designer specializing in electronic music, immersive audio, and interactive media. Graduating from Berklee College of Music in Electronic Production and Design and recently completing a Master’s degree at NYU Tisch ITP, his work combines songwriting, sound design, and technical audio production across music and digital experiences.

Hello! My name is Ryan. I teach music production, sound design, mixing and mastering, and recording with Ableton Live, as well as live, interactive audio/visual art and music videos with VDMX. I hope to work together toward manifesting your vision as a real-life event!

"Ryan has made the process of creating music and videos more fun and liberating! Ryan has taught me how to use Ableton Live & VDMX proficiently, and I have since been very active in utilizing the templates which we created in class to compose full albums and live performances.

Hello! My name is Ryan. I teach deejaying, music production, sound design, mixing and mastering, and recording with Ableton Live, as well as live, interactive audio/visual art and music videos with VDMX. I hope to work together toward manifesting your vision as a real-life event!

"Ryan has made the process of mxing more fun and liberating! Ryan has taught me how to use Traktor proficiently, and I have since been able to grow my career collecting music, recording mixes, and performing at clubs and festivals.

Hello! My name is Ryan. I teach music production, sound design, mixing and mastering, and recording with Ableton Live, as well as live, interactive audio/visual art and music videos with VDMX. I hope to work together toward manifesting your vision as a real-life event!

"Ryan has made the process of creating music and videos more fun and liberating! Ryan has taught me how to use Ableton Live proficiently, and I have since been very active in utilizing the templates which we created in class to compose full albums and live performances.

With a lifelong passion for basketball, I bring over 25 years of dedicated coaching experience to help players elevate their game. I focus on fundamentals, strategy, and personalized development, fostering both skill and sportsmanship. My goal is to empower athletes to reach their full potential, both on and off the court.

I believe in unlocking the potential within every athlete, fostering a love for volleyball through 11years of dedicated coaching. My approach blends technical expertise with a positive and engaging environment, empowering players to excel on and off the court. Let's work together to elevate your game!

"My daughter and her friend had a great session with Coach Milica. She responded to our inquiry right away and made time for us on short notice to prepare for a team tryout. We are very grateful! Highly, highly recommend!

I am a professional pitcher and former NCAA Division I student athlete at NYU and Fordham. I am a Northwoods League All-Star and Cape Cod League champion and built my career defined by competitiveness, durability, and performance. I continue to compete professionally, bringing a proven track record of success at every level and a relentless commitment to developing my craft on and off the field.

I’ve been coaching football since I was 16 years old. I became a varsity OL/DL coach at the age of 18. I enhanced my knowledge of the game of football by being mentored by head coach’s. Then becoming a defensive coordinator for herricks lacrosse at the age of 19. I now coach travel teams and do private session of all age groups.