Private Lessons & Coaches in Albany, CA

I help beginners and improving players build clean fundamentals, better footwork, and real confidence on court. My lessons are clear, encouraging, and structured so you improve fast without feeling overwhelmed. I’m a medical student focused on sports medicine. I lost 80 pounds of fat by playing tennis and built real athleticism along the way. I coach beginners to intermediates with a biomechanics-first approach: I’m all about footwork, placement and positioning, timing, and joint-friendly power. First lesson includes a quick assessment, 1 to 2 key fixes, and a drill plan for your next solo hit.

"I struggled with my serve for the longest time. That changed finally when I got lessons from Arjan. He analyed how I currently hit so as to maximally help improve my serve and return without overcomplicating. I could finally toss the ball for a clean serve after many many drills! Highly recommended

I have been an English teacher for thirty-two years. I have worked with every type of student, from preschoolers to retirees returning to college. I have worked in large, lecture formats, as well as smaller classes and one-to-one situations. I have extensive training in multiple drafting and creative writing. My first lesson is partially devoted to getting to know a given student's passions in life so I can design the curriculum around what interests the student.

Every practice I lead marries strategic rigor with a spirit of play, ensuring focused improvement in a welcoming environment. I have coached basketball for several years, specializing in fundamentals, decision-making, skill progression and building confident, team-oriented athletes. I have an extensive background as a star athlete myself.

With 10+ years of teaching and 20+ years of personal practice, I specialize in helping beginners, older adults, children and teens, people returning to movement after injury or illness, and anyone seeking over all wellness. My style is encouraging and lighthearted, creating a space where you can feel supported. Trained in Ashtanga Vinyasa, Restorative yoga, Breathwork and Sound Healing, I personalize each session to your goals and my intention is for you to leave feeling strong and more connected to your body.

"Thank you for your excellent teaching and modeling, grace and humor during our practice. I’m grateful for your positive energy and kindness. 

Hi! My name is Arina and I am a first-year medical student. I played competitively through college as part of our club team that won national championship for the past few years! I first started teaching at the age of 16, and since then continued teaching classes for kids and adults of various ages and skill levels. I am still a competitive player if you are just looking for someone to hit with but I really enjoy teaching and sharing my knowledge if you prefer a drill/game style classes.