150 coaches & instructors for lessons in Manhattan Beach, CA

As a former Division 1 athlete with two decades of experience, I bring a unique blend of high-level skill and passionate instruction to the court. My coaching style emphasizes building a strong technical foundation while fostering a love for the game in a fun and supportive environment. Let's work together to elevate your game and unlock your full potential on the court!

"To Whom It May Concern, My name is Ariel Ricasata, a parent and a 26-year Veteran of the United States Navy. I am writing this letter for the purpose of making a personal recommendation for Mr. Jose Arreola, whom I have known as a tennis player and a tennis coach for over four years. Particularly, he coached the boys' and girls' tennis team for Port Hueneme high school. After thoughtful considerations about his technical proficiencies in tennis along with his notable credentials with his tennis coaching job at the high school, I asked him to privately coach my two young children to further develop their tennis skills. I did this because I saw the necessary skill sets in him not only to coach tennis but his interpersonal skills. It is my strong belief that anyone seeking these valuable skills will strongly benefit from what Mr. Arreola has to offer. For almost three decades of my military career, 1 have developed a keen ability in evaluating people's character by their capacity to communicate and how they carry themselves. Mr. Arreola displays those vital elements. I find him passionate as a tennis coach and a mentor to children seeking guidance not only in sports but in life. As a tennis counselor, he knows how to listen and provide effective plans to achieve positive results. I am especially impressed with Mr. Arreola's ability to evaluate and actively attend to the needs of his players and tennis clients. He is naturally resourceful in creating training processes and is a problem solver in matters pertaining to training progression. He has instinctive abilities to harness the mental and physical strengths of students and use those to continue to improve people by providing clear, timely, and achievable results. Consequently, both my children excelled highly in the field of athletics (not only in tennis) but more importantly, my children truly enjoyed the demanding training journey with Mr. Arreola. Based on my experience and personal accounts of his overall expertise that produced outstanding results for my children in a highly demanding athletic program, it is my complete satisfaction to provide the highest endorsement for Mr. Jose Arreola for positions that require judicious guidance, productive training, constructive counseling, high-level coaching, comprehensive evaluating, and top-notch mentoring. I have no doubt that he will uphold any charges given to him and highly excel expectations. Since Dione

South Bay local surfing since age 8! I’m a special ed aide & future school counselor with a cleared MBUSD Livescan. Because of my educator background, I specialize in patience, safety, and building real confidence with kids. I've taught group & private lessons for Camp Surf, graduated from UC Santa Cruz (with a minor in surfing—kidding!), and surfed CA, Costa Rica & Puerto Escondido. Let a vetted educator tailor a fun, supportive surf session for your child!

On the court, I empower athletes to elevate their game through tailored training and a deep understanding of basketball fundamentals. With over 40 years of playing and coaching experience, I'm passionate about fostering a love for the sport while instilling discipline and teamwork. Let's unlock your potential together.

"I learned more about basketball in my few lessons with Coach T than I did in 1 year with my high school coach.

Refining your game starts with the right guidance. As a former golf academy competitor with 15 years of teaching experience, I offer tailored instruction to help you achieve your golfing aspirations. My passion lies in fostering a supportive environment where golfers of all levels can thrive.

"I’ve been taking lessons with Coach Chae for a few months now, and the progress I’ve made is incredible. Before working with him, my golf game felt frustrating—I struggled with consistency and often felt unsure about my swing mechanics. Coach Chae helped me break down my swing into manageable parts and focused on building solid fundamentals. What I appreciate most is his patient coaching style. He takes the time to watch my swing carefully and gives detailed feedback without rushing. His drills are practical and directly translate to better performance on the course. Since starting with Coach Chae, my ball striking has improved significantly, and I’ve lowered my scores by several strokes. My putting and short game have also seen great improvement thanks to his targeted practice routines. I now approach each round with more confidence and a clearer understanding of how to play smart golf. Coach Chae is definitely the coach you want if you’re serious about improving and enjoying the game more.

Rachel Livingston played volleyball at South Torrance High School, where she was part of the 2004 CIF championship team, before playing NCAA Division II volleyball at Humboldt State University. She has coached beach volleyball for three years and recently completed her first indoor season coaching Sunshine 13s. Rachel works with athletes of all ages and skill levels, from beginner to advanced, and continues competing in beach volleyball.

As a certified running coach through the RRCA, and a personal trainer certified by NASM, I bring a form-focused approach to help you achieve your goals by becoming stronger and pain free. I’m passionate about sharing my knowledge to make your running journey successful and enjoyable.