Private Lessons & Coaches in Melville, NY

I have been playing for 3 years and coaching for two years and enjoy every minute spent teaching. I am a certified pickleball instructor (PPR 2024) and experience below: 2024-2026: Teaching adult beginners in New Canaan and Darien with Steve O'Connell Racquet Sports 2026: Teaching adult intermediate beginners at the Rye YMCA and New Canaan YMCA 2026: Teaching adult beginners and intermediates at PickleRage in New Rochelle (indoor facility). 2026: Teach private lessons

I am a former college basketball athlete who has transitioned into coaching the game and passing along knowledge of my favorite sport to the younger generation.

As a multi-sport coach with a keen passion for pickleball, I have a 4.4 rating and a wealth of experience. My coaching philosophy centers around establishing a robust foundation of fundamentals. It's my belief that with the right basics, we can elevate your game to new heights. Let's build together and reach your peak performance!

"Great lesson. He covered many aspects of the game, without spending too much time on any 1 thing. Covered both techniques and drills. I was very happy with him.

Hello, my name is Armaan Walia and I have been playing competitive tennis for 12+ years. I coach with the top tennis pros at country clubs which has helped me develop my coaching skills. I play collegiate tennis at St. Lawrence University and play two singles there ending my season with a 8-3 record. During my lessons I focus on developing the player and building habits that will last for a lifetime.

"I have used many tennis coaches, that are way overpriced and don’t know how to teach. But Armaan was the only one that I saw put in effort and genuinely cared about my improvement.

Born and raised on the shores of Babylon, NY, I've ridden the waves of the East Coast since childhood, braving cold winter swells and eagerly awaiting the summer hurricanes. As soon as possible, I embarked on surf safaris, exploring breaks from the Caribbean to California and Central America, Oregon to Oahu, and beyond. With over 45 years of experience, surfing has become more than a passion—it's a way of life. Now, as an instructor, I find immense joy in helping others catch their first wave, sharing in the exhilaration that becomes a lifelong memory. Join me in the surf, and let's make some unforgettable waves together!

"Tom’s a great instructor. Nothing is more satisfying than seeing your child succeed. He’s enabled my daughter to do that with surfing through his knowledge and patience.

I’m a single-digit handicap golfer who enjoys helping others improve their game and build confidence on the course. I focus on patience, clear communication, and making golf fun for players of all skill levels. I want to coach because I love the game and enjoy sharing my knowledge with others. Seeing golfers improve and reach their goals is very rewarding.

With over 20 years of coaching experience and a background as a former Division I athlete, I bring high-level insight and proven methods to help players of all levels elevate their tennis game. My coaching focuses on strong fundamentals, tactical awareness, and building from the ground up—starting with footwork and attention to detail. I also emphasize “small victories” and SMART goals to create clear progress while keeping training fun, engaging, and motivating.

I teach tennis lessons to anyone and everyone. Never touched a racket? No problem! Do you want to go up a level, make the high school team, or be able to play with friends? Kids, high schoolers, adults, couples, and groups. I love tennis! USPTA level 2 Certified, Tennis Serve Specialist. Worked with Rick Macci (coach of 5 world #1 ones including Williams sisters and Andy Roddick), Jose Higuras (head of U.S. high performance program), Jeff Salzsentein (former top 100 player), Hans Podlipnik (Wimbledon QFist), and many others. Head high school coach for 11 years, active tournament player, patient teacher. Passionate about helping underserved kids throughout Seattle learn tennis and have organized and connected with many initiatives to do so. My goal is to help you achieve your goals whether that be improving technique or beginning to learn to play. To that extent, I am fairly flexible in my approach. For beginners, I focus on technique, proper grips, and generating topspin. To do this, I focus on hand feeding a lot of balls early on to develop proper technique and to train the muscle memory. Specifically, I teach a semi-western forehand, two-handed backhand, volley fundamentals, split stepping, proper footwork and serve mechanics. I also work with students who have one-handed backhands. I am a big believer in putting in a lot of time on the serve. For more experienced players, I will work with you to either identify areas for improvement or to work on areas you’ve identified you would like to improve.

"Irvin is mellow, patient, and encouraging. He has been great with my 9 year old son who is a beginner. Good communication and easy to schedule lessons.

I'm a passionate tennis player who began my journey in 2014. Throughout the years, I played for my Division 3 college team and gained valuable coaching experience at a country club. If you share the same love for tennis as I do, I'd be thrilled to play together and share the joy of the sport on the court! Let's connect and hit some amazing shots together!

"Another lesson! Another level up for my son! Patient, punctual and communicated. Thank you.

Hello everyone, I am Sebastião Vilas, your tennis coach and a professional tennis player. I bring years of experience, having started coaching at the age of 17. Working with me is all about pushing your limits while enjoying the process. I bring a passion for the sport and a commitment to helping each of you improve, whether you are just starting or looking to fine-tune your game. Let’s make this a great experience on and off the court!