Private Lessons & Coaches in Scotts Valley, CA

Thirty years as a player with multiple tournament wins on US West coast amateur events. I've played and practiced with professional players. Active tournament player monthly. Former club champion and multiple NCGA winners in 2021. Won NCGA event at Lake Merced, 2017 Troon Challenge, and 4-time qualifier of CourseCo annual event since 2013. Retired Navy and Cal grad. Let's hit the range!

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Energetic lessons with quality over quantity approach. Proven track record for recreational or competitive players. Top 10 WTA Hitting Partner Top 100 ATP Hitting Partner Biomechanics specialist to ensure your strokes produce maximum output catered to your body archetype (not one player is the same approach) Learned from Top 10 academy in the world Now bringing Juniors to D1 level and Bringing D1 athletes to Pro level! Currently a traveling coach for 3 Pros in ITF/ ATP circuit

"Darian is patient, helpful, and kind even when I feel uncoordinated and clumsy. He’s strengthened my technique with precision. He’s quite particular about the technique, but it works. One thing I need to work on now is my own stamina, and then i’ll be a noticeably stronger tennis player than I was before I started meeting with Darian.

Fueling passions and honing skills, I've dedicated 11 years to soccer coaching. My focus is to cultivate both technical proficiency and strategic understanding in players. Let's unlock your potential!

Hey everyone, I’m Jon! I’m a 5.0 level player and professional coach that has 3+ years of teaching experience at The Hub Alameda and locally. I’m looking to bring my expertise to help local players improve their game! As someone who worked their way up to 5.0 from the intermediate level, I am intimately familiar with all the pitfalls along the way from beginner to advanced levels and what it takes to grind to that level. My teaching philosophy has always been rooted in approaching the game as simply as possible. I emphasize simple, repeatable shot mechanics. And equally important, I take the time to explain how shot selection and strategy impact your progress just as much as shot execution! I’m 100% confident that in just a single, one hour session we can make noticeable improvement in either shot quality or a shift in strategic thinking. You can always expect each session to be tailored to your specific needs. Pacing will always be adjusted to your progress. At the end of each session I’ll send you notes for the key points we covered as well as actionable feedback. Looking forward to working together to help you improve your game to the next level! Happy to answer any questions.

"Jon was my first pickleball coach for a good part of one year. My simple goal was to strive to improve my shot skills to unlock my potential through self-awareness. Jon truly enhanced my development as a pickleball player by focusing on the fundamentals. Jon organized coaching lessons focused on repetitive drills, drills and more drills – starting with dinks, drops, resets, punch volleys, flick volleys, speed ups, deep serves, footwork, positioning, placement and court awareness. Jon’s clear explanations and demonstrations was key to learning. Jon kept me motivated, inspired and encouraged. Jon quickly adapted to my learning style with good and calm talk that effectively helped me during drills to reinforce correct form & habit. Jon observed early on that I was reaching & hitting off-balanced more than I should; afterwards I became more conscious & deliberate about moving my feet to avoid stretching. I learned about my habits that influenced the changes that made me more confident. My sessions with Jon became an enjoyable journey of self-discovery which exceeded my goal.

Stepping onto the green should ignite a sense of excitement, and I'm here to help you find that spark. For the past 17 years, I've shared my passion for golf, honed from my experience as a Mini-Tour competitor, with players of all levels. Let's work together to elevate your game and unlock your full potential on the course.

" Sunil has been helping me with my golf game since 2022, and the progress I’ve made has been incredible. His understanding of swing mechanics is amazing, and he has helped me improve every aspect of my game, including my short game. Thanks to his coaching, my handicap dropped from 20 all the way down to 9. What I appreciate most is that he worked within my limitations and focused on small adjustments that made the biggest difference. I highly recommend Sunil to anyone looking to improve their golf game. On top of being an outstanding coach, he’s a genuinely great person to work with—friendly, approachable, and always smiling!

PLS READ MY BIO Coach Ryan is an experienced Level 2 certified professional tennis coach ✅ USTA certified ✅ Experienced coach May - August 2026, Coach worked at the USTA National Campus in Orlando for 3 months, coaching over 400 hours. Coach was a part of the FIRST COHORT to graduate from the new USTA Coaching certification process. In addition to his leadership at the Campus, Coach has been a tennis instructor at two prominent Bay Area tennis organizations, coaching kids aged 5 to 15 and adults. ✅ Beginner ✅ Intermediate ✅ Advanced COACH IS ONLY CURRENTLY AVAILABLE FOR HIT SESSIONS ONLY (NO DRILLS) If you or your child play tournaments, I charge a fee to come and watch and provide a report after. I am one minute from the courts in Mountain View at Whisman Park.

"The lesson went well, really, focusing on one section at a time meant Emily wasn't overwhelmed, which was quite helpful for her first time back on the court. Though I hope her forehand starts resembling her previous shape soon, I appreciated how the approach was measured and clear. Still, I think with a bit more attention there, her technique could really improve. Ryan's way of breaking things down makes a difference, if you're thinking about trying him out, I’d say he's worth considering to see how steady guidance can support your game.

With over 15 years of surfing experience and 9+ years as a surf instructor, I deliver professional, safety-focused coaching tailored to all skill levels. My expertise in wave reading, surf technique, and ocean awareness helps students build confidence and progress efficiently. Fluent in five languages, I communicate effectively with an international clientele and create an inclusive, supportive learning environment.

I built my surfing foundation through Junior Lifeguards, wrestling, 24hr ocean/cliff rescue and time with shredder friends. With 33 years of dedicated practice, I now coach surfers of all levels, sharing techniques, insights, challenges and unique awareness the surf breaks demand. I've also used CAD to design next-gen surfboard fins. These airfoil-based, winged fins generate more thrust and lift, making surfing easier and more controlled for beginners while unlocking radical lines for experts.

"I've been surfing for a long time, but I love how Todd surfs and decided I'd ask him to try some coaching with me. He was able to point out some things about what board I may rather surf, and he ended up being right! He also shared with me a number of unique navigation and wave-tracking methods that I find fascinating and very useful.

Hi, I’m Tom, a passionate pickleball coach who helps beginner to intermediate players to build confidence, improve consistency, and develop a more competitive game. I am a PPR Certified Pickleball Coach and love to play pickleball, participated in Sr. Pro in PPA Tucson (2024), California Championship (2025, 4.0 Silver Medalist), and USA Championship in San Diego (2025). My coaching blends technical instruction with real-game strategy. Lessons are positive, personalized, and fun. Let's do it!!!

I have been teaching English for 10 years. I have experience teaching face to face and virtual lessons. I have worked individually and with large groups of students. I have worked for several recognized institutes in Costa Rica and the United States. I have a strong ability to manage all age students and to get them to learn and participate to accomplish learning goals. I welcome the opportunity to show you how my skills and strengths can serve you learning process and reach your goals.