Private Lessons & Coaches in Garden Grove, CA

Pickleball has become my passion, and I love sharing that passion with others. I've been teaching for years, and it brings me joy to see my students develop their skills and love for the game.

"Addison is an observant coach who offers timely feedback and custom-made recommendations on how to build off players' strengths. I’m excited to learn how to level up as a singles competitor.

Briana Esparza was the head coach of the Girls Varsity Golf team at Providence High School in Burbank, California, having joined the athletics department in July 2024. With a strong background in education and mental health treatment, Briana combines her passion for teaching with her love of golf to inspire young athletes. She has a strong ability to get anyone started in their journey with golf.

"Great first lesson, looking forward to the next

I'm a certified PPR pickleball instructor, fully insured, and a registered member of USA Pickleball. Sports have been my passion since day one, competing in various ball-related tournaments worldwide, consistently ranking in the top 10 of the 30-year-old division for an impressive 12 years. Alongside pickleball, I have a deep affection for boxing, racquetball, baseball, ping pong, and all things sports-related. With over two decades of coaching experience in softball, baseball, and soccer, I find joy in sharing invaluable insights that enhance performance and skill development. Lately, I've been thrilled to lend my expertise to numerous pickleball enthusiasts, eager to embark on this exhilarating, strategic, and highly social game, which demands precision in body motion, footwork, and technique.

"Jimmy is positive, encouraging and patient. I’m looking to improve on form & consistency to improve my skill level. Looking forward to my second lesson!

For the last 4 years I have been coaching with the dodger training academy. We host youth baseball camps with the players on the Los Angeles Dodgers. 2 years ago I also took up coaching with the Angeles as a youth baseball instructor. My background is in pitching, hitting, and fielding. I have a proven practice program that was taught to me which allowed me to be a Washington state all-star my senior year of high school and allowed me to play baseball at Bellevue college.

"Nick was extremely patient and kind! I had a very specific thing I was looking for coaching on, and he was super knowledgeable. Despite it only being an hour, I felt like I walked away for sure with tools to help my throw! He had super useful exercises ready to run, and was nothing but encouraging and patient even as I fully made him run a ton/overthrew/poorly threw the ball. Would highly recommend!

With two decades of competitive tennis under my belt, I've spent the last 10 years imparting the essentials of the game to enthusiasts in our local community. My teaching methods have been greatly influenced by my 30-year tenure as a martial arts instructor, bringing a unique perspective to my tennis coaching. This combined experience has honed my ability to convey techniques effectively, ensuring that students not only learn the basics but also appreciate the discipline and dedication behind every stroke.

"Ed's lesson was quite good overall, especially since his advice was really helpful and to the point, which I appreciated. His helpfulness stood out, though I’d like to see some focus on improving forehand control next time. Still, I’ll probably try Ed again because his straightforward guidance feels quite practical.

Tennis coach with 17 years of playing experience, including a professional career and collegiate competition for the University of Virginia. Combines high-level competitive background with a personalized coaching approach, focusing on technique, strategy, and player development. Passionate about helping players of all levels improve their game and confidence on the court.

"Very well communicative and patient. Progressed very quickly for my first lesson. 10/10 would recommend

Margarita is a certified tennis instructor with over 20 years of coaching experience and a remarkable 30 years as a competitive player. A 5.0-level player, she has trained at renowned institutions such as the Rafael Nadal Academy and the Arantxa Sánchez Academy in Spain. Margarita has coached top-level Southern California juniors, high school teams, and aspiring athletes, specializing in tournament preparation and college scholarship training. With a Master's degree from St. Andrews University in Scotland and expertise in nutrition, exercise physiology, anatomy, and strength training, she offers a holistic approach to player development. Fluent in English, Spanish, French, Italian, and Catalan, Margarita creates an inclusive and engaging coaching environment tailored to players of all ages and levels. Whether you're looking for private lessons or tournament training, Margarita’s wealth of experience and dedication to the game make her an outstanding coach.

"Coach Margarita is very patient with my 14- years old son. She is professional and good at what she does. My son feels comfortable practicing with her almost immediately. Private lessons are great for 1:1 and focusing just on him; I’m glad we came across Coach Margarita’s profile during search.

Jordan Davis is from Riverside, California and grew up playing soccer reaching the semi-pro level as a top tier defender. After discovering his love of pickleball, Jordan plays daily and medals at 5.0 tournaments. Well versed in understanding player's learning styles, Jordan also worked as a school psychologist.

"Jordan’s coaching and teaching ability is top notch. He blends his high level understanding of pickleball and his expertise on psychology to create a fun, dynamic and efficient coaching session. You can tell he loves the game and wants you to be a better player.

Hi, I’m Katy — a private golf coach helping beginners, women, entrepreneurs, and recreational golfers build confidence, understand their swing, and enjoy the game. My experience includes co-hosting and co-educating junior clinics, private one-on-one instruction, competitive golf to the D1 collegiate level, and advising a Division I Women’s Golf Team. My coaching blends strong fundamentals, personalized drills, and mental-game development to help each golfer improve from the inside out. We’ll start by understanding your goals, learning style, mental game, and natural swing, then build strong fundamentals through drills tailored specifically to you.

"Katy was great with my twin girls. She taught them grip, form and mechanics all while keeping them entertained and enthusiastic about golf. My girls loved her personality and enjoyed the lesson so much. Thank you, Katy!

For over 30 years, I've shared my love for tennis with students from beginners to intermediate levels with proven techniques with a personalized approach, helping you achieve your goals while enjoying the game. I am committed to developing well-rounded players. Also, having 2degrees in education from a major university, (where I played varsity tennis for two years) has helped me greatly in shortening a players learning curve. AND…I make learning fun! If you wanna try me out for a first lesson I will discount it to only 10.00 for a 1/2 hour lesson! so you can see my methods of teaching and the fun we can have together

"My son Jason, who is 12, first started playing tennis at eight years of age. In Las Vegas, Nevada for several years and had several tennis coaches. We recently moved to San Juan Capistrano California and wanted to continue his Tennis Lessons. I conducted a Google search and found Coach Roger over the years. We have had several TENNIS coaches for our son. This is the first time we have ever come across such an amazing tennis coach. Roger is patient, kind genuine the entire family took a liking to Roger. My son for the first time feels very comfortable with his tennis coach who truly inspires him and at the same time makes him feel very comfortable. He is an amazing patient tennis coach Jeremy. San Juan Capistrano, California.