Private Lessons & Coaches in El Sobrante, CA

Ready to UP your pickleball game and have some fun? I teach in the Napa Valley as well as Sacramento and Roseville. I bring over two years of solid experience and my huge passion for sharing my love of the sport with players of all levels and ages. Let's work together to elevate your skills and unlock your full potential on the court. As a former competitive soccer player, I feel confident with my agility, coordination and strategy against a variety of opponents even though I do not have a tennis background. I will teach you the basics as well as elevate your skills and provide detail for you specifically on how to improve and progress to the next level player, or enter your first tournament whilst having so much fun!! This game provides amazing exercise, socialization and competitive play. It’s “adult recess” as I say! Let’s go!!!!!

"Janeen is a wonderful coach and I’m really enjoying working with her. As a complete beginner, I worried that I would be intimidated by everything I don’t know. Janeen has made it fun and very comfortable from the first lesson. She has introduced several drills that really helped me learn new skills and gain confidence. Also, I enjoy her upbeat and friendly attitude. She makes each lesson fun!

Our surf instructors are seasoned watermen and waterwomen rooted in the rugged coastline of Marin. Each instructor blends technical surf expertise with a deep respect for the ocean, creating a safe, supportive, and empowering experience for every student. With years of teaching, guiding, and surfing in local conditions, they specialize in building confidence, refining technique, and helping students connect more fully with the natural world. Whether working with beginners catching their first wave or advanced surfers looking to elevate form, our instructors bring patience, clear communication, and grounded presence to every session. Their approach combines mindful movement, ocean awareness, and practical skill-building—making each lesson both transformative and fun.

"Could not recommend Sandy and Nikki enough! One session in and I already feel confident and excited to get back out there.

Hello, my name is Robert Reyes, I am a soccer coach/trainer in love with this sport. As a Latino I live soccer intensely, I try to instill in my players the necessary values to practice this beautiful sport. One of the problems that I notice in soccer here in the USA is the lack of understanding of the game, and I am not referring to the rules of the game, I am referring to understanding the essence of it, to be a great player you must dominate the field in everything its splendor, and that is my job, to make you develop your maximum potential. Many people believe that soccer is only played with the feet, but they are wrong, you need to train your mind to achieve the proposed objectives.

"We had one session with coach robert, whehe he was complete professional. He understood current skillset of the boys and started training and was very engaging.

8 years of experience doing private soccer training. 4 years of playing experience Division 1 with Princeton University, and 1 year with Santa Clara University. Set to coach 2 teams for De Anza Force starting Fall 2026. Work with all levels of players. Looking to help players improve first touch, decision making, passing, shooting, overall fitness, and mentality.

"James’s training session was super well put together and really effective. He even worked on the specific things we asked for — especially the left‑winger movements — so we were really happy with how the session went. Thanks a lot!

Fueled by a lifelong dedication to golf, I bring 30 years of experience to helping players elevate their game. I've coached children from the ages of 4-18. I coached a Nike Golf Camp for a number of summers at Tilden Park Golf Course where I focused on younger golfers. I've been the head coach at number of successful high schools throughout the area. I have also taught adults, family, and friends. I offer a unique perspective and my first and most important rule is that we're having fun. If we're not having fun we are in the wrong sport. But with patience and a lot of practice I can promise that your golf game will improve and after hitting a few solid shots you'll become addicted to the game, I'll tailor my lessons to each individual and take the time to ensure that progress is made. My passion lies in fostering a fun and supportive environment where golfers of all levels can thrive. Let's get out there!

"Sean is a very skilled coach with deep experience, and it was helpful spending a lesson with someone who has such a strong feel for the game. I’m very new to golf, and he gave me several useful drills and visual metaphors that made certain concepts click for me, especially his “paintbrush” cue for brushing the grass. You can tell a lot of this teaching comes from years of playing and collecting ways to explain the swing which made the lesson interesting and gave me a lot to practice afterwards.

Hey there, I'm Irfan! With 14 years of tennis passion fueling me, I've competed at a pro level, proudly clinching the #1 spot in men's open for two consecutive years in 2020 and 2021. My journey has taken me to national platforms and the international courts of ITF in Dubai and Bangladesh. Beyond just playing, my zest for teaching and the thrill of competition drives me everyday.

"Great attention to detail

As a proud holder of a Master's in Performance and Production from Berklee and the winner of Apollo Amateur Night 2008, I firmly believe that music is the answer! Your voice matters, and music needs YOU. Let's embark on a learning journey together—I'm not just a teacher; I'm your biggest cheerleader. Note: Currently out of town and available for online lessons only.

"I found the lesson quite helpful, especially revisiting some theory which gave me a clearer understanding, though I think going back to singing and vocal techniques might be useful next time. Gillian has a calm approach that makes it easier to focus on improvement and learning. It's promising to see such thoughtful guidance, and I look forward to building on what we've started with her. Wouldn't hesitate to suggest giving Gillian a try if you're aiming for steady progress.

Hello everyone! My name is Veronique. I'm a USPTA certified tennis professional, and I play comfortably at a pro level with—an eclectic and unconventional style — the right players. * As a teaching pro ♣ I understand the game very well- with high match IQ). I used to dance ballet as well which helped me a lot to have a smooth and a fluid style, and a great foot work and balance. When it comes to tennis it is all about fitness, agility, stamina, endurance, mental fortitude at the critical moment of the match--- and a great technique to sustain a high level for a long period of time. About my tennis style and teaching- you will learn any style you like that fits your game, using spin and slices as well as being eclectic and /or conventional ... and how to develop a technically sound serve ( the serve in tennis is one of or the most important elements if you like to be very competitive). ♣ Teaching philosophy is-- (based around student and teacher-centered approach): I do not like to talk much during the session( I don't over/or under coach but I give you what you need to be ) Despite-- I emphasize a lot on the technique and repetitions so you can improve in the right way, while having fun. -- and after finishing the lessons, the students will have an idea on what they need to do to become good recreational players, or advanced or professional players, and what their strengths and weaknesses are... from which they will be able to diagnose their own game. ♣ Personal --I'm also multilingual-- graduate student (I have a minor, BA, MA---,(and PhD is my next goal. * I taught tennis in high school as well - private school - and all my students said that I'm the best coach they have ever had . ♣I love fitness, organic food, and my favorite sport is gymnastics which is the only complete sport and most difficult to master. Personality - *I'm very nice, caring, gentle, sincere, humble, open minded , very wise and patient with excellent communication skills Thank you and have a wonderful day and see you on court. Sincerely your, Veronique

"This class was such a fun experience, reminded me how much I love playing tennis! Veronique was patient, engaging, and kind throughout the whole lesson. I felt comfortable right away and learned a lot while having a great time. I’d absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for a great instructor!!

Hi I'm Joshua Tam! I coach focusing on decision-making, consistency and repeatable shots. I am a believer in that defensive techniques like dinking, resetting, blocking are key to a strong pickleball foundation. Just so happens, these are my greatest strengths that have allowed me to do very well in high level games. Whether you're brand new to pickleball or trying to break through a current level plateau (3.0-3.5-4.0), lessons are tailored to your specific needs! My personal tournament results include 2nd place in 4.0. 4th in 4.5, and 2nd place in 5.0 DUPR events.

"I learned a lot about doing things the right way. Appreciate the positives and negatives that coach Joshua pointed out. Would recommend!

For over 15 years, I've cultivated a passion for soccer, nurturing players of all levels. My approach blends technical expertise with strategic thinking, fostering a fun and challenging environment. I'm committed to helping you reach your full potential on the field.