Private Lessons & Coaches in Sanford, NC

A Raleigh native, I have deep ties to the Triangle’s golf community. My passion for golf began early, honed through junior golf programs and six years working at Wil-Mar Golf Club. I've shared this passion at Sully's Golf and Gather as an Associate Instructor since 2024. My teaching style emphasizes key swing fundamentals and video analysis to create a reliable golf swing. Golf doesn't need to be complicated, and my goal is to create a simple path towards loving the sport and playing good golf!

"Mason can look at my swing and say one thing, and then I’ll be swinging right again. It’s impressive how well he can analyze a swing and find an adjustment.

With more than 15 years experience, I have dedicated much of my time coaching, training, and mentoring young athletes in the game of basketball. Having a profound comprehension and love for the game, allows me to develop a workout routine tailored to individual needs, fostering both athletic growth and an enjoyable atmosphere to learn a new skill. Perfecting the athletes craft is always my mission.

" Coach RJ is an excellent basketball coach. He was very knowledgeable and great at breaking down skills - ensuring my son understood the drills. He is focused and encouraging and helped improve and sharpen my son’s game. Jaelen Nehls - Wake Forest Highschool

Beyond the court, my passion lies in nurturing potential. With 20 years of coaching and a unique background, I bring a creative approach to basketball instruction. My goal is to develop skilled and confident players, on and off the court.

"Although my son didn’t play college basketball he started training with Coach Matt in Junior HS. Coach was able to use basketball to develop JT’s character, time management skills and overall focus. Although JT could’ve played college ball at the division 3 level or NAIA, we opted to take an academic scholarship to Arizona State University of which JT just graduated spring 26’

Coach with a proven track record at NC Volleyball Academy for 8 years coaching various ages Coached high school volleyball, both girls and boys at the high school level and currently coaching club volleyball at NC Volleyball Academy, the top volleyball club in NC. Have been playing pickleball for 4 years, both outdoors and indoors. Won 1st place in a 3.5+ Dorcas Seniors Double tournament in 2025. Pickleball Coaching Internation Certified (PCI) Level 1

I am passionate about helping others start their journey and learn how to live a better quality of life. Moving your body is the most important part of your overall well-being and I encourage everyone I come across to be active. My personal training style is catered towards the client and will always consist of positive motivation and mindfulness.

From aspiring beginner to seasoned competitor, I'm dedicated to helping you elevate your game. With 17 years of experience, including time as a professional athlete, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a passion for sharing my love of tennis. Let's work together to unlock your full potential on the court!

"That lesson with Edward was quite helpful. I appreciated how he explained different strokes, which made the techniques feel more approachable for me. Though I still need to improve my footwork, I left feeling pretty encouraged about future progress. Still, I’m optimistic that with more lessons, I’ll keep getting better at reading the game, and Edward's guidance definitely made a difference. If you’re looking for someone who offers clear, practical advice, Edward’s lessons are worth considering.

Former collegiate basketball and volleyball athlete with a B.S. in Exercise & Sports Science. I help athletes improve skills, game IQ, confidence, conditioning, and overall performance. With experience in athlete development, sports operations, and coaching, I focus on fundamentals, leadership, and building complete athletes. Each training session includes exclusive sports nutrition products to support hydration, recovery, energy, and peak performance on and off the court.

My passion for basketball has only grown stronger in my 20 years of playing . I'm dedicated to cultivating a supportive environment where players can refine their skills, build confidence, and develop a deep love for the game. Let's work together to unlock your full potential on the court.

"Josiah had an awesome tournament shooting the ball. Game 1-14 points (4 3PM) Game 2-14 points (2 3PM) Game 3-9 points (1 3PM) I’ll send you the highlights. You can see him stepping and jumping into his shot like you were showing him. Appreciate ya Coach JJ!

As a lifelong tennis enthusiast, I've spent the last 15 years sharing my passion for the game with players of all levels. My experience as an active player has instilled in me a deep understanding of the sport, which I leverage to provide insightful coaching tailored to individual needs. Let's work together to elevate your game in a fun and supportive environment.

I’m a lifelong soccer player and experienced youth coach with a passion for developing players both on and off the field. My coaching experience ranges from ages 4 through U14, giving me experience working with players at different stages of development. I focus on building strong technical fundamentals, soccer IQ, confidence, discipline, and a genuine love for the game.