Private Lessons & Coaches in Granada Hills, CA

Golf, for me, is more than a sport - it's my zen. With over 17 years of experience both playing and teaching the game, I have developed a unique, holistic approach to golf instruction. My golfing journey extends beyond personal play, and into the world of coaching. My goal as a coach is to equip you with not just technical skills but a comprehensive understanding of the game that elevates your performance to the next level. Whether you're a beginner needing basic tips or an experienced golfer seeking refinement, I'm here to guide you through your golfing journey. Let's begin!

"Easily explaining the basics that made a difference in the beginning swing to the end swing of that lesson.

I’m Alex Sapalicio, with over 20 years of golf experience and more than a decade of coaching under my belt. I hold the course record of 57 at my home course, Alhambra Golf Course, and have competed in multiple PGA pre-qualifying events. My true passion lies in the game itself and in helping others discover and nurture their own love for golf.

"Made it super easy to understand and is quick to constantly critique shots so you can make adjustments throughout lesson. Looking forward to more

Ever wonder what separates a good shot from a great one? With two decades of experience, including time as a Tour Pro, I've honed the skills and techniques to elevate your game. Let's work together to unlock your potential and make you the golfer you always dreamed of being.

"The lesson was quite helpful, especially as John was straightforward and engaged throughout, which I appreciated. Still, I think there's room to explore more drills next time to really refine my putting.

I'm a tennis prodigy turned coach, with a knack for breaking records and building champions. As the youngest qualifier in Oklahoma State Championship history during my freshman year of high school, I've always had a passion for pushing boundaries on the court. Transitioning to college, I seamlessly balanced coaching and playing for the club tennis team, honing my skills both as a player and mentor. Now based in LA, I've embarked on rebuilding and reimagining my coaching career, finding innovative ways to connect with players and elevate their tennis prowess to new heights.

"I had an excellent lesson with Austin, who helped me regain my tennis skills after a year-long recovery. His intuitive approach stood out as he tailored the session perfectly to my current abilities. The one-hour class was packed with effective footwork exercises and drills, keeping me engaged the entire time. By the end of the session, I could feel my connection to the court coming back, which was incredibly rewarding. I’m truly grateful for his skillful instruction today and look forward to more lessons with him!

As a former professional Tennis coach in Australia, I've become widely recognized as one of the best tennis coaches around the country. I've also played at the highest level and am a Pan Pacific and Australian Masters champion in both singles and doubles and a recent winner of the Oregon senior games. Now residing in L.A. I bring a wealth of expertise tailored for everyone - from absolute beginners to seasoned pros. I'm a Certified PTR Professional Coach and very passionate about this amazing game. I'm here to refine your skills and boost your enjoyment and love for the game. I am President of the newly formed World Tennis Association LLC and the founder of Modified Tennis to keep less mobile players in the game longer. I also have a YouTube channel called Professional Tennis TV John Gill.

"AMAZING COACH!!! So sweet and patient!! Was early and ready to go and very accommodating! My first lesson, but I felt like I learned so much!!

With a musical journey spanning three decades, I've traversed the globe recording and touring with platinum-selling artists. Alongside this remarkable career, I've devoted 33 years to teaching the art of music (both Guitar and Bass). From private lessons to guiding aspiring musicians at esteemed institutions like MI and LA College of Music, and leading master classes across the world, I have honed a versatile teaching approach. My expertise covers a broad spectrum of styles and caters to all ages and skill levels. Together, let's make music an unforgettable part of your life's soundtrack.

"Bjorn tailors your lessons to your needs: whether it's learning a new song, going through scales, music theory, etc. Whatever it is, ultimately he ties each lesson on how to make you a better musician overall. Personally, words aren't enough to describe Bjorn's love for teaching and his commitment as a teacher, but for someone who had never played bass before going to Bjorn and for someone looking to reignite my interest in music that I had as a kid, I got so much more out of my lessons with Bjorn than I expected. I've learned so much about music theory from Bjorn that I'm able to analyze songs from a theory standpoint, why songs work the way they do, and actually understand naming as well as how to build chords. Prior to this, I've done some guitar as a kid, but only ever looked up tabs which never really helped me grow as a musician. I've never really understood why chords were named the way they were and etc., I'd just memorize the fingerings. It was personally, for me, cause of Bjorn that I understand theory now and don't really look at songs the way I do anymore (in terms of just learning tabs). Bjorn has also helped me train my ear as a musician because I had only done tabs before (which never really helped me with my ear). Even more unexpectedly, we had even worked on reading exercises as well. Applying all this with songs that I wanted to go through with my lessons with Bjorn has helped me become much better as a musician from when I first started lessons. Additionally, working on improv exercises theory wise in a variety of genres has really opened up my eyes in terms of music. It's from these improv exercises that Bjorn has personally given me the confidence to venture out into song writing with coming up with my own riffs. More specifically about the bass side of the lessons, the exercises that Bjorn himself has used since he started playing bass (from slapping to drilling in the fundamentals of fingerings) has gotten me so much more comfortable with playing bass with where I am now compared to the first lesson I had. With Bjorn's knowledge and experience, he provides a welcoming environment to any student of any level. I honestly can't stress enough how far I've come since my first lesson, but I also just can't stress enough Bjorn's commitment to not just making you a better bass player, but a better musician overall. Matt of Los Angeles, CA - 25 year old intermediate)

Sourced from various international styles, Rayana guides students on a journey inward, where yoga becomes a pathway to healing and self-remembrance. Through embodied movement and mindful alignment, she supports the release of stagnant emotions, awakens your inner life force, and empowers you to connect with your highest true self. Her compassionate guidance welcomes you to move with presence and intention, returning to yourselves with clarity, strength, and ease as a lasting transformation.

"I found Rayana’s class during a really hard season of physical recovery. She has this way of making the practice feel easeful without ever being forceful about it. Deeply grateful that my body’s recovering from her customized sequences.

For 5 years, I've fostered a love for soccer in students of all levels. My passion lies in developing well-rounded players with a strong foundation in technique and strategy. I'm committed to providing engaging and professional instruction.

"When Josue Fernandez first started training, he understood the game and had good awareness, but technically he was still developing. He wasn’t fully confident on the ball and would hesitate in tight situations. Through consistent private sessions, his comfort level and ball control improved dramatically. His first touch became cleaner, his decision-making got quicker, and he started playing with real confidence. You could see the difference not just in his skills, but in how he carried himself on the field. Now, Josue is playing at a competitive club level and looks completely comfortable under pressure. The growth has been huge — technically, mentally, and tactically.

With over 8 years of experience in aquatics, I am passionate about helping swimmers of all ages build confidence, improve technique, and achieve their goals in the water. My background includes coaching swimmers from beginners learning basic water safety skills to advanced athletes refining competitive strokes and endurance.

I have been helping players from beginner to advanced to develop as a well rounded player and to set and reached their unique and personal goals!