Private Lessons & Coaches in San Leandro, CA

Since the age of 5, I have explored my fascination with music. Starting with Suzuki piano, I gave a recital in high school and went to Oberlin Conservatory. Continuing on to Peabody and Eastman, I completed my music education and moved on to IT while exploring additional passions in music on the side. I'm now back to music full time, with an emphasis on teaching conservatory-level classical piano and beginning/intermediate violin and latin percussion. I teach at your home or at mine in Danville.

"We highly recommend Jonathan as a music teacher! Our 9-year-old son Dylan is energetic and easily distracted, but Jonathan has endless patience and keeps him fully engaged throughout every lesson. He’s an amazing musician himself, makes learning fun, and chooses perfect pieces for Dylan’s level. Jonathan is excellent with lively, active 9-year-olds!

Former junior tournament and high school varsity player, coaching at Euro School of Tennis since early 2026. I work with players at the beginner to intermediate level, and I am a NASM certified personal trainer and nutrition coach interested in life-long health and fitness. My goal is to build a foundation that you can confidently take anywhere whether it's for recreation or competition.

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.

I'm Fred Alvin Pockrass, a tennis coach with two years of coaching experience. I offer personalized tennis lessons near Piedmont, focused on solid fundamentals, consistent strokes, and confidence on court. We'll begin by discussing your goals and work through focused practice at a pace that suits you. I am available Monday through Sunday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with lessons arranged at a nearby court where private instruction is permitted.

I was top 2 in California and also have experience playing in NCAA D1 as a Cal tennis player. I have taught for 5 years and developed many players who improved their UTR by 1 in 6 months. I would say I give a lot feedbacks and also very specific coaching.