Private Lessons & Coaches in Emeryville, CA
Compare reviews, prices and open times, then book a private lesson online.
“Lisa was great covering all the basics and helping us build a strong foundation.”Michelle P., studentAbout LisaNote: most lessons will need to be booked a week out to ensure courts are available
I'm a USTA 4.5 tennis player and a 4.0 PPR Certified Coach who has been playing pickleball for 5 years and teaching for the past three years. I've taught students who have never had a paddle in their hands, as well as students at the 3.5/4.0 pickleball level.
I love teaching tennis players the differences in the game and the adjustments that need to be made.Go to profile94GreatTop rated
Lisa S.From $135 per lesson
“Great stuff. Helped me break down my swing into steps that I was able to adjust and fix”Clark M., studentAbout KeithThirty years as a player with multiple tournament wins on US West coast amateur events. I've played and practiced with professional players. Active tournament player monthly. Former club champion and multiple NCGA winners in 2021. Won NCGA event at Lake Merced, 2017 Troon Challenge, and 4-time qualifier of CourseCo annual event since 2013. Retired Navy and Cal grad. Let's hit the range!Go to profile94GreatTop rated
Keith S.From $110 per lesson
“Dennis is an awesome couch and the finest tennis player I have worked with! Highly recommended!”Sumit, student
About DennisExperienced Miami tennis coach with a tennis journey spanning over 25 years. Started playing at the young age of 3 and honed skills at UCLA for 2 years before transitioning to the professional circuit. Achieved an impressive ATP Pro Tour ranking of #119 in the world and secured 2nd round positions at prestigious tournaments like Wimbledon and the US Open. With more than a decade of coaching under my belt, I'm dedicated to sharing my wealth of knowledge and expertise with aspiring tennis players.Go to profile94GreatTop rated
Dennis N.From $290 per lesson
“Really seeing the training pay off. My drive form is starting to feel like muscle memory which is exactly what I was hoping for.”Bethany C., student
About JustinHello, my name is Justin Telmo, and I am a PPR-certified instructor who is passionate about helping people at all levels improve their pickleball game. My approach to coaching pickleball is to break large concepts down as much as possible in order to establish common fundamentals that can be applied to as many things as possible. I have experience coaching racquet/paddle sports to players of all ages and various skill levels. I am open to individual lessons, group lessons, as well as video review sessions to help you improve.Go to profile94GreatTop rated
Justin T.From $95 per lesson
“The lesson went well, really, focusing on one section at a time meant Emily wasn't overwhelmed, which was quite helpful for her first time back on the court. Though I hope her forehand starts resembling her previous shape soon, I appreciated how the approach was measured and clear. Still, I think with a bit more attention there, her technique could really improve. Ryan's way of breaking things down makes a difference, if you're thinking about trying him out, I’d say he's worth considering to see how steady guidance can support your game.”Ying G., student
About RyanPLS READ MY BIO
Coach Ryan is an experienced Level 2 certified professional tennis coach
✅ USTA certified
✅ Experienced coach
May - August 2026, Coach worked at the USTA National Campus in Orlando for 3 months, coaching over 400 hours.
Coach was a part of the FIRST COHORT to graduate from the new USTA Coaching certification process.
In addition to his leadership at the Campus, Coach has been a tennis instructor at two prominent Bay Area tennis organizations, coaching kids aged 5 to 15 and adults.
✅ Beginner
✅ Intermediate
✅ Advanced
COACH IS ONLY CURRENTLY AVAILABLE FOR HIT SESSIONS ONLY (NO DRILLS)
If you or your child play tournaments, I charge a fee to come and watch and provide a report after.
I am one minute from the courts in Mountain View at Whisman Park.Go to profile94GreatTop rated
Ryan E.From $180 per lesson
New coach · ⚽ SoccerNext: Tomorrow, 6:00 AMCentral Park Soccer Complex · 28.6 mi
“Steven is a great coach. I do appreciate him for pointing out areas I need to work on during our first session.”Nancy D., studentAbout StevenI played tennis at an intermediate level in my younger years, winning a few trophies along the way. I picked up pickleball during the pandemic and have since competed in about seven tournaments, earning multiple bronze medals in singles and a Silver in doubles. I mostly focus on improving my game and sharing my passion for pickleball through coaching. As a certified PPR coach, I teach players of all ages, from kids as young as 5 to seniors in their seventies. I’m currently the personal pickleball trainer at the East Valley YMCA, where I love helping others discover and enjoy the sport.Go to profile94GreatTop rated
Steven M.From $110 per lesson
“Loved my first lesson with him. Super friendly and very patient with my kid. Totally recommend him”Louise T., parent
About TylerI enjoy playing pickleball, and helping others to play the game that is becoming quite the physical and social convergence.
I will help you to learn the game, including all the skills for you to shape, and place, and hit the shots for winning the moment on the court. And we will even find a good time when we lose a game, or a point, with lots of lessons and laughter.
Besides Pickleball and Tennis, I have a background teaching Partner Strength Training, and Partner Yoga. if that is of interest to you when we warm up, let me know.
I am customize the direction and intensity of the lessons to fit the goals and experience you’d like to have learning the game.
Let’s have fun, and also get better at playing pickleball, and how our bodies and minds can help us along the way.
Let’s Go!
Open to Coaching all levels, ages, and abilities: Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced.Go to profile93GreatTop rated
Tyler R.From $115 per lesson
“Just finished my first lesson with Michael - can’t recommend him strongly enough. Great coach, very patient and knowledgeable.”Christian K., student
About MichaelMichael grew up in Cape Town, South Africa and started playing golf from a young age. He went to university in Georgia and after a decent college career turned pro and played the mini tours in Florida, then the Australian tour and South African Sunshine tour.
After a couple of years as a playing professional, he went through the PGA training in the UK and became a teaching pro at Blackmoor GC in Southern England. Michael then took a job with well renown European Tour teacher, Jamie Gough at this golf school in Cape Town. Michael worked there for 3 years before moving to Europe and spending 8 years teaching in Germany and Switzerland before moving to America. Michael also spent time caddying/managing on the European Tour in the 2005, he has done 3 TPI classes through the Titleist Performance Institute as well as many other classes, courses to grow his knowledge.
Michael enjoys teaching players of all skill levels from beginners to tour players. Michael still plays a lot of golf and you can find him tinkering with his swing or playing a variety of courses in his free time. He also loves to cook and explore the beauty of Northern California.Go to profile93Great
Michael F.From $255 per lesson
“Coach Fahad is incredible with young golfers! My kid wanted to try a new sport over the summer, but was pretty intimidated about playing on a real course. We did a 10-lesson package over three months, and Fahad was fantastic. He gave great drills to practice between sessions and made sure to teach proper course etiquette and pace of play. Now my kid comfortably plays rounds with a group of friends their own age and absolutely loves the game. We’ll definitely be sticking with Coach Fahad—highly recommended!”Ali (., parent · shared by Fahad
About FahadGolf should be challenging, rewarding, and enjoyable. With 20+ years of experience, I help golfers build reliable fundamentals, better ball striking, consistency, and confidence. I coach beginners, juniors, families, veterans, returning players, and golfers who have struggled with traditional instruction. Lessons are personalized, patient, and practical, covering swing mechanics, short game, putting, course management, practice habits, and the mental side of golf.Go to profile93GreatTop rated
Fahad K.From $95 per lesson
“I loved how Travis really targeted my flaws and helped me work through them. The focused approach made a noticeable difference in my swing. If you want a lesson that zeroes in on your specific needs, Travis is a great choice. Definitely give his lessons a try if you’re looking to improve your game. ⛳️”James G., student
About TravisUnlocking your full potential on the golf course is my passion! I've dedicated my coaching career to helping golfers of all levels improve their game, building confidence and fostering a love for the sport.Go to profile93GreatTop rated
Travis K.From $150 per lesson
“Great coach, only have had one lesson so far but I really love how he breaks down the mechanics and makes you take breaks when errors occur. I learned a lot in just this one lesson from wrist control to positioning to tempo. I can’t wait for future lessons!”Charlie D., studentAbout ParthMy coaching philosophy is simple: mastery matters more than time. I don’t measure improvement by how many hours someone spends practicing, but by how well they understand and can apply what they’ve learned. My goal is to help students master each skill as efficiently as possible.
I especially value passion, curiosity, and hard work. My favorite students are the ones who genuinely want to learn, ask questions, and put in the effort to improve. I try to create an extremely focused environment that rewards that mindset and gives students the structure and accountability to make meaningful progress.
I’m also the type of coach who can easily lose track of time because I genuinely love helping people improve. I’ll often go over the scheduled time if there’s more I want to teach or a concept I want to make sure a student understands—so if you have somewhere to be, you may have to remind me!
Ultimately, I want to develop outstanding, confident players who understand not just what to do, but why they’re doing it. My goal is to give students the skills and understanding to continue improving independently long after the lesson ends.Go to profile93GreatTop rated
Parth S.From $110 per lesson
