Private Lessons & Coaches in Madera, CA

For over 10 years, I've fostered a love for softball in athletes of all levels. My coaching blends strategic insight with a focus on individual growth, ensuring a fun, challenging, and rewarding experience. Join me to elevate your game!

"My girls Kaylee and Ashli look forward to every Sunday with Coach Avelar. He has worked hard and patiently with my girls. Seeing how my girls have improved with batting and the confidence they have is priceless. I Really recommend Coach Avelar

With 30 years devoted to basketball, I cultivate skill and passion on the court. My experience fosters growth, and I provide focused, expert guidance to elevate every player's game. Let's unlock your potential.

Dedicated leader with 15 years of U.S. Army experience as a Platoon Sergeant and Operations NCO, skilled in team leadership, training, and player development. Proven ability to mentor individuals, build cohesive teams, and implement strategies that drive performance. Brings a disciplined, motivational, and mission-focused coaching style to the football field.

A highly accomplished and durable outside linebacker, starting 40 consecutive games during a standout collegiate career. Consistently a key defensive playmaker, recording a total of 257 tackles, 24 tackles for loss, and 5 sacks over four seasons. Demonstrated versatility with multiple pass breakups, forced fumbles, and key special teams contributions, including a blocked field goal. 2018 Mountain West Champion / 2018 Las Vegas Bowl Champion / 2017 Hawaii Bowl Champion. As a senior in 2018, I ranked fifth on the team with 80 tackles and 11.5 tackles for loss, while also securing an interception and a fumble recovery. In 2017, posted 71 tackles and played a crucial role in the team's defense, continuing a streak of consistent high-level performance. A proven leader since my sophomore season, finishing 2016 as one of the team’s top tacklers with 59 stops. As a freshman, I made an immediate impact with 47 tackles, the most by a Bulldog true freshman since 1995, and was an All-American as a True Freshman. A three-time first-team all-district honoree in high school, excelling in football while also lettering in basketball and track. A proven competitor with a strong work ethic, football IQ, and the ability to make big plays in crucial moments.

For over 13 years, I've fostered a love for football, developing players of all skill levels. My coaching emphasizes both technical proficiency and strategic thinking, within a supportive and enjoyable learning environment. I'm dedicated to helping each student reach their full potential on and off the field.

My basketball teaching experience comes from playing at Clovis West and Fresno Pacific University, then coaching freshman basketball and now assisting varsity at Clovis West. My style is detailed, encouraging, and accountability-based. I focus on fundamentals, defense, confidence, decision-making, and helping athletes understand the “why.” I work with players who want to grow, compete, and build habits that translate on and off the court.

Looking to elevate your game on the court? I'm a dedicated basketball coach with four years of experience helping players reach their full potential. My passion is teaching the fundamentals while fostering a fun, competitive environment where athletes can thrive. Looking to work with youth ages preschool to 8th grade working on dribbling, shooting, passing, and other drills but most importantly to build up confidence. Basketball is my passion and so is working with the youth.

Serving up success for a decade, I'm passionate about fostering a love for volleyball while elevating each athlete's potential. Let's work together to refine your skills and unlock your inner champion!

Music is my life's compass, guiding me through 30 years as a professional guitarist and instructor. My dedication will ignite your passion and refine your skills, whether you're a beginner or seasoned player. Let's explore the guitar's boundless possibilities together.

"As a school teacher I have found Fernando's approach to the guitar a very effective method of teaching. My son has special needs and come a long way in his journey in musical education.

I've been an educator for 30+ years, working in classrooms in public and private schools, community centers, churches, and students' homes. My students have included children of all grades, adults, and working professionals. My specialties are academic intervention in reading, creative writing, and math in small groups or one-on-one. My job is to build a relationship of trust and to help my student realize their potential.