Private Lessons & Coaches in San Juan Capistrano, CA

I’ve played 2 years at an NCAA division I program competing in the WCC. In high school I went to the Division 2 CIF southern section finals. As well as a 2x  Junior National Champion. Although I’ve decided to center my college career solely on beach after 2 years, I spent my last two years of college head coaching for indoor volleyball.

"Hannah would babysit my 9 year old daughter and always picked up a volleyball and just played. She was very engaging and was able to teach my daughter the basic skills in volleyball. She plays on a 12U beginner team and progressed immensely through their time together. My daughter loved Hannah as both a “friend” and a volleyball player.

Hello, my name is Stephen! I’m an Orange County local pickleball coach with a passion for teaching everyone of all ages and skill level. I enjoy coaching the fundamentals, with an emphasis on effective dinking, third shot drops and transitioning to the kitchen. I am a current 5.0 level pickleball player with a 24-2 record. I have helped develop players of all skill levels & age ranges and I bring a positive spirit that makes pickleball fun!

Always seeking the perfect volley, I blend disciplined technique with joyful play to help students grow. I am a former college athlete with 5 years of teaching experience, driven by a passion for the sport and specializing in strategy, footwork, and match preparation to elevate confidence and results.

"Talk about it down to earth knowledgeable Coach, Chris is amazing. I highly recommend him, he doesn’t claim to be the best player in the world, but rather knows the game extremely well and obviously, he plays well too He works with your gay IQ, which I have come to learn is more important than your actual skills or athleticism and is why you see so many older people crushing some of the younger people even though they’re not that’s the same athletic level.

With four decades dedicated to basketball, I offer students more than just skills; I instill a lifelong love for the game. My coaching approach blends proven techniques with personalized strategies, tailored to each player's unique potential and goals. From shooting to ball handing, passing, mentality, strength, explosiveness, and perseverance. Let's elevate your game!

Hi welcome to my bio! I come from a very sport-centric family and have been playing tennis since the age of six at various levels. With over 30 years of tennis experience as a former college player and coach since 2007 I bring expertise in developing your technical skills, mentality, and fitness. One of my strengths is incorporating comprehensive and scientific-based nutrition advice to optimize your performance on court. Above all else my goal is to make tennis fun and competitive while fostering a love for the sport. See you on court!

18 years teaching the “pro” modern tennis concepts & methodology- natural progression and simplified technique & form- been called “organic” tennis by students