Private Lessons & Coaches in Richmond, CA

Ranked # 4 in the Russia in age 16. Won Junior National Doubles Championship title, with my partner Max Mirnyi. Played ITF tournaments throughout Europe. Growing up had chance to learn from elite world class coaches Sergei Likhachev, Alexander Zverev Sr. ( Sasha’s father) College: Had a full scholarship at Western Kentucky University, Division 1. Played #1 position singles and doubles. Awarded All-Conference Player of the year, Sun Belt Conference. Transferred to BYU- Hawaii, Division II.  I led the team to win the NCAA-II championship title. First time in school history BYU-Hawaii became #1 in the country. Trained and helped/hitting partner of Marat Safin and Anna Kournikova. Worked with Lulu Sun, helped her with strategic training and skills. WTA career high, 39 in the world.

"Training structure was really good, helped me to get into varsity team.

Hola! I have an extensive experience tutoring and teaching Spanish of different ages and proficiency levels. I have 2+ years of experience teaching at high school level, and also have prior experience providing one-on-one Spanish instructor. I make the language learning process engaging by emphasizing speaking practice, conversation, and pronunciation. Also, I adapt my teaching approach to meet each student's individual needs, incorporating grammar, reading, and writing as needed.

¡Hola! My name is Jharledis, and I am a passionate Spanish teacher with experience working with young children in educational settings. I specialize in creating fun, engaging, and interactive lessons that help children develop confidence and enthusiasm for learning Spanish.

Every practice I lead marries strategic rigor with a spirit of play, ensuring focused improvement in a welcoming environment. I have coached basketball for several years, specializing in fundamentals, decision-making, skill progression and building confident, team-oriented athletes. I have an extensive background as a star athlete myself.

I communicate directly and straight to the point, while being friendly and gentle. I'll repeatedly remind you of tips so that we drill it into your brain, killing bad habits and replacing them with good habits. I've been playing pickleball almost daily for 2+ years at a 4.0 level with some tournament experience. I enjoy coaching just for fun - I love mastering strategic games and sharing that passion with others who like to learn as well.

"Sam shows how to hit the ball for every stroke and explains it right with the biomechanics / how to swing. He explains where to position yourself, how to hit the ball, how spin affects the trajectory path of the ball. I've learned a ton.

With over two decades immersed in the gridiron, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a genuine passion for developing players. My coaching philosophy centers on fundamentals, strategic thinking, and fostering a love for the game. Let's elevate your game to the next level!

"Helped me develop a lot. Wouldn’t be the type of player I am without him.

I have been an English teacher for thirty-two years. I have worked with every type of student, from preschoolers to retirees returning to college. I have worked in large, lecture formats, as well as smaller classes and one-to-one situations. I have extensive training in multiple drafting and creative writing. My first lesson is partially devoted to getting to know a given student's passions in life so I can design the curriculum around what interests the student.

Elise Ross Rattle has performed as a soloist in the major european music festivals (Warsaw Festival, Maggio Musicale Florence, Biennale Festival Venice...), and concert halls (Concertgebauw Amsterdam, Royal Festival Hall London, Theatre des Champs-Elysees Paris...) as well as Tanglewood, Carnegie Hall and the Hollywood Bowl. Her approach to teaching is for a healthy and natural technique, excellent diction and the joy of interpreting great vocal music from the Baroque era to the 21st century.

"I have been taking voice lessons with Elise for almost 7 years and have made tremendous progress. She is a patient, encouraging teacher and is excellent at explaining techniques and offering suggestions of how to reach high notes or perfect the sound quality of your voice. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anybody interested in getting the most of your singing voice, whether as a professional or simply for your own pleasure.

I help beginners and improving players build clean fundamentals, better footwork, and real confidence on court. My lessons are clear, encouraging, and structured so you improve fast without feeling overwhelmed. I’m a medical student focused on sports medicine. I lost 80 pounds of fat by playing tennis and built real athleticism along the way. I coach beginners to intermediates with a biomechanics-first approach: I’m all about footwork, placement and positioning, timing, and joint-friendly power. First lesson includes a quick assessment, 1 to 2 key fixes, and a drill plan for your next solo hit.

"I struggled with my serve for the longest time. That changed finally when I got lessons from Arjan. He analyed how I currently hit so as to maximally help improve my serve and return without overcomplicating. I could finally toss the ball for a clean serve after many many drills! Highly recommended

Music is my lifelong passion, and I have dedicated the past 31 years to mastering and sharing it. As a recording artist, I bring real-world experience and proven techniques to every lesson. I will guide you, from beginner chords to advanced solos, while unlocking your unique musical potential.