Private Lessons & Coaches in Loyola, CA

Born in San Francisco and raised in Marin County, I've spent the last 11 years mastering the waves along the Northern California coastline and around the world. From the beginner-friendly breaks of Bolinas to the challenging waves of Advanced Ocean Beach, I've navigated it all with skill and expertise. With a deep understanding of tides, weather patterns, rip currents, and ocean conditions, I provide a comprehensive surfing experience that prioritizes safety and progression. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your skills to the next level, I'm here to guide you on your surfing journey. Book a lesson with me today and let's hit the waves together. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned surfer, there's always something new to learn and discover in the exhilarating world of surfing.

With 15+ years of competitive experience on both the amateur and professional level, I’ve developed a thorough understanding of the swing and game of golf. My experience working with high level teaching professionals has taught me a variety of approaches to improving the golf swing and offer the best instruction catered to your learning style.

"After my lesson with Ashkaan, I’d say I definitely saw some useful tips, especially around my putting approach. Though I still need to work on consistency, I appreciate the way the lesson focused on my specific issues. I’m hopeful I can build on what I learned soon. If you’re looking for pretty practical advice grounded in real golf situations, Ashkaan's worth considering.

I’m the founder of SBA Tennis & Pickleball, a Bay Area academy focused on delivering high-quality, structured, and fun tennis and pickleball instruction for players of all ages and levels. While I work directly with students, SBA is more than just one coach—I lead a team of experienced, high-energy instructors who consistently deliver professional, engaging lessons across all programs. Our coaches work with everyone from beginners to advanced players, with a strong emphasis on proper technique, game understanding, and long-term development. All lessons take place on our reserved courts at Cupertino, so you’re guaranteed a court every session—no waiting, no interruptions, and no risk of losing your time like at public courts. My background as a licensed physical therapist with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy allows me to bring a unique, results-driven approach to coaching. I specialize in stroke biomechanics, movement efficiency, and injury prevention, helping players improve faster while staying healthy. With over a decade of coaching experience and a 5.0 NTRP playing level, I’ve worked with players ranging from young beginners to advanced competitors. Through SBA Tennis & Pickleball, we’ve built a reputation for making learning simple, structured, and enjoyable—whether you’re picking up a racket for the first time or looking to take your game to the next level.

"My son (6) has been going to weekly group classes for almost a year. We really like the coaches here. Both Coach Brandon & Coach Jovan are very good at coaching young kids and also keep the kids engaged. I also appreciate the way how Coach Brandon run the clinic a lot! It gives us a lot of flexibilities to fit in my kid and my family's schedules, which is a huge bonus!!

I’m passionate about helping players build solid fundamentals and confidence on the court. With over 3 years of coaching experience and a strong athletic background, I focus on strategy, movement, and consistency to help you play smarter and stronger. Whether you’re brand new or chasing tournament wins, I’ll tailor each session to your goals. Let’s take your pickleball game to the next level!

"I’ve been taking lessons for a few months now and have improved more than I expected. The sessions are well structured, challenging, and focused on strategy and consistency. The coach pushes me to get better while keeping it fun. I’ve gained confidence in both singles and doubles play.

Whether you have never picked up a paddle before, you are just getting started, or you are looking to sharpen your game - I would love to help you on your Pickleball journey. No experience needed, no pressure, just fun :) My goal is simple: make Pickleball accessible so everyone gets a chance to try this amazing sport. I am a PPR Certified coach with a 4.0+ DUPR rating. My lessons and clinics help players build confidence and progress from beginner to intermediate and advanced levels.

Hi, I'm Bart, a Dutch tennis professional and former collegiate athlete based in Sunnyvale, CA. With an international coaching background and a history of high-level competition. Credentials: * License A & B certification from the KNLTB (Royal Dutch Lawn Tennis Association). * Former ITA Regionally Ranked NAIA student-athlete, achieving #11 in Singles and #7 in Doubles. * Currently an active USTA competitive player in 4.5 Leagues.

Engineer from Georgia Tech, over 35 years in 3 countries, 3 industries, and 3 MNCs. TEFL l5 certified. Certified corporate trainer at Baker Hughes. Experience includes: field operations; manufacturing QC; business development; general management; startup operations; English-Mandarin translation support (both spoken and written), project mgmt. I help engineers, technical professionals, and international employees in business English, Presentation and Communication coaching, interview preparation.

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I’ve trained and travelled to all 4 grand slam tournaments - Australian Open, Roland Garros, Wimbledon, US Open My method to teach tennis and golf is to make things simple, apply the practical application of physics, and make it fun

I am a tennis coach with over 20 years of experience and an ITF Level 1 Certification. My expertise lies in helping players elevate their game through professional instruction in technique, tactics, and match strategy. With experience as a team coach and working with players of various skill levels, I provide personalized training programs designed to improve performance, build confidence, and achieve greater success in competition.

Hi! I'm Rebecca, and I tutor students of all ages in Chinese. I am a recent high school graduate who earned a score of 5 on the AP Chinese Exam. I have been learning Chinese since I was 4 years old and have formally studied the language for 14 years. In addition to academic experience, I come from a Chinese background. I have tutored high school students Chinese through my school's afterschool tutoring program. Many of my students have raised or maintained grades of A or higher in their classes.