Private Lessons & Coaches in Thousand Oaks, CA

I am here to help unlock your musical potential with personalized guitar or bass lessons. I am a professional musician with 15 years of experience, and I'm a passionate teacher who is always looking to keep music engaging, relevant, and fun. From beginners first learning the instrument to experienced players who are looking to refresh their skills and learn new ones, I am here for it!

"Phil is very organized with his materials. I am always happy when I take a lesson with him. How he makes me happy every time I come even when I am in a bad mood.

With over three decades on the field, I'm dedicated to nurturing soccer skills and fostering a lifelong passion for the game. I blend time-tested techniques with innovative approaches to elevate your performance. Let's unlock your full potential together.

I am Christian Kappler, Founder and Head Coach of German Lions Soccer Club. I bring the precision and discipline of the German professional academy system to Southern California. With over 8 years of elite coaching experience - including 5 years of 1860 Munich Youth Academy and 3 years with the German FA (DFB) - I specialize in developing players who are techincally superior and tactically smart.

I’m a soccer coach focused on the complete player, not just drills. My training combines technical work, shooting, ball mastery, athleticism, and plyometrics with the mindset and decision-making behind scoring goals. I teach the business of the game: how to create chances, exploit space, and finish. I offer individual and group training plans, keep sessions fun but serious, and guarantee results through a structured approach built to develop real, game-changing players.

I have been playing piano for 18 years and have taught it to student of various ages, from children to adults. My approach is judgement free and focused on the individual goals of each student!

"I am in my 50s and always wanted to return to piano after taking lessons as a child. My lessons with Petra wildly improved both my technique and my understanding of musicality. With her I played everything from Beethoven to Thelonious Monk and I was able to work solely on the pieces that I was interested in. She was very understanding of my busy schedule and really tailored the lessons to fit my interests which I so appreciated.