Private Lessons & Coaches in Ventura, CA

Hi, my name is Aaron. Tennis has been a lifelong passion of mine. Growing up in Northern Virginia, I started playing when I was just four years old. By the time I was a teenager, I was ranked Top 5 in Virginia for my age group (15–18) and finished as a Top 20 junior in the Mid-Atlantic region, competing in national tournaments across the country. Along the way, I trained with some of the best coaches in the U.S., including a mentor who also worked with Frances Tiafoe during his junior development at College Park. In 2018, I moved to California to play collegiate tennis at California Lutheran University (CLU), where I competed for four years and served as team captain my senior year, reaching an 11 UTR. Off the court, I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Business and Sports Management, and I recently completed my MBA. I’ve been coaching part- and full-time since 2021, working with players of all ages and skill levels. My goal as a coach is to make the game enjoyable, while helping players build strong fundamentals, improve strategy, and develop confidence on the court. Whether you’re a beginner picking up a racquet for the first time or an experienced player aiming to sharpen your edge, I’m excited to help you take your game to the next level!

"The lesson with Aaron was quite good, mainly because he’s very patient and attentive. Still, I think there's room to push my technique a bit further, but honestly, his steady approach made the whole experience quite helpful. If you're after a teacher who genuinely listens and keeps things calm, Aaron might be a solid choice.

Over 35 years immersed in the world of golf, I offer expertise from modern tech to the mental aspects of golf to help you compete and develop your best game. I’ve caddied on the LPGA tour and competed at the professional level. My passion lies in helping students of all levels unlock their full potential specializing in long game, short game and positive mindset techniques. I'm dedicated to a balanced custom approach that cultivates both skill and a genuine love for golf.

"Didn’t over complicate things just worked on the fundamentals to make me better

As a former Division 1 athlete with two decades of experience, I bring a unique blend of high-level skill and passionate instruction to the court. My coaching style emphasizes building a strong technical foundation while fostering a love for the game in a fun and supportive environment. Let's work together to elevate your game and unlock your full potential on the court!

"To Whom It May Concern, My name is Ariel Ricasata, a parent and a 26-year Veteran of the United States Navy. I am writing this letter for the purpose of making a personal recommendation for Mr. Jose Arreola, whom I have known as a tennis player and a tennis coach for over four years. Particularly, he coached the boys' and girls' tennis team for Port Hueneme high school. After thoughtful considerations about his technical proficiencies in tennis along with his notable credentials with his tennis coaching job at the high school, I asked him to privately coach my two young children to further develop their tennis skills. I did this because I saw the necessary skill sets in him not only to coach tennis but his interpersonal skills. It is my strong belief that anyone seeking these valuable skills will strongly benefit from what Mr. Arreola has to offer. For almost three decades of my military career, 1 have developed a keen ability in evaluating people's character by their capacity to communicate and how they carry themselves. Mr. Arreola displays those vital elements. I find him passionate as a tennis coach and a mentor to children seeking guidance not only in sports but in life. As a tennis counselor, he knows how to listen and provide effective plans to achieve positive results. I am especially impressed with Mr. Arreola's ability to evaluate and actively attend to the needs of his players and tennis clients. He is naturally resourceful in creating training processes and is a problem solver in matters pertaining to training progression. He has instinctive abilities to harness the mental and physical strengths of students and use those to continue to improve people by providing clear, timely, and achievable results. Consequently, both my children excelled highly in the field of athletics (not only in tennis) but more importantly, my children truly enjoyed the demanding training journey with Mr. Arreola. Based on my experience and personal accounts of his overall expertise that produced outstanding results for my children in a highly demanding athletic program, it is my complete satisfaction to provide the highest endorsement for Mr. Jose Arreola for positions that require judicious guidance, productive training, constructive counseling, high-level coaching, comprehensive evaluating, and top-notch mentoring. I have no doubt that he will uphold any charges given to him and highly excel expectations. Since Dione

I'm passionate about sharing my love for tennis with players of all levels. As an experienced player with 9 years of coaching experience, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a dedication to helping you reach your full potential on the court. Let's work together to refine your game in a fun, supportive environment.

Hi! My name is Olivia. I'm a life long athlete and current student. I have worked in youth sports. After I got injured and had to have surgery, I learned about training and everything about how my body works to get back to playing the sports I love. Thus lead to me getting certified as a running coach. I love helping others learn and improve their running. Wether your just starting out running, working on conditioning, or prepping for a race, I look forward to helping you reach your goals!

Hi, I’m Brian Simpson, a PPR-certified pickleball coach originally from Scotland and now proud to call Ventura, California home. I love helping people discover the fun, social side of pickleball while building confidence and fitness along the way. Whether you’ve never picked up a paddle or you’re getting back into movement after a break, I’ll meet you exactly where you are, no pressure, just progress.

I’m a passionate tennis coach who works with both junior and adult players of all levels. Whether you’re a competitive junior aiming to play in college, an adult looking to improve your game, or someone picking up tennis for the first time, I tailor each lesson to your individual goals. My coaching style is energetic, supportive, and focused on long-term improvement while making each lesson enjoyable and productive.

I have over 30 years of basketball instruction, including playing, training and coaching. I've honed a coaching philosophy that emphasizes both fundamental skill development hard work and discipline. My passion is giving a supportive yet challenging environment where athletes can reach their full potential, on and off the court.

With over 35 years of coaching experience and a lifelong passion for racquet sports, Dimitar Yazadzhiev has dedicated his career to helping athletes unlock their full potential. His journey includes a decade of coaching at the world-renowned Weil Tennis Academy and more than 16 years leading his own academy in Santa Barbara, working with players of all ages and levels — from beginners discovering the game to elite professionals competing on the world stage. Throughout his career, Dimitar has coached and trained Top 50 ATP and WTA players, including Grigor Dimitrov, Ana Tatishvili, Rebecca Marino, Sesil Karatancheva, and Ksenia Milevskaya, helping them refine their game and reach peak performance. He has also represented Bulgaria as a National Player in the 50+ division, competing twice at the European Pickleball Championships in England and Italy — demonstrating his passion and skill in both tennis and pickleball. What sets Dimitar apart is his unique blend of elite coaching and over 25 years in the luxury hospitality industry, having worked with prestigious resorts such as the Ojai Valley Inn and the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort. This combination allows him to deliver not only world-class instruction but also a five-star, service-driven experience where every player feels valued and inspired. At Dimitar Tennis & Pickleball, he focuses on private instruction and customized training programs, blending technical precision, strategy, fitness, and mental focus — all delivered with warmth, professionalism, and personal attention. Mission: To help players of all ages and skill levels train smarter, compete stronger, and enjoy the game more fully — in an atmosphere that feels both welcoming and world-class.

""I have been practicing at Dimitar Tennis Academy from day one, and I am proud to say that I have made the right decision staying there. Dimitar is a very experienced coach who gives each player lots of personal attention, and also pushes them to utilize every second they spend on the court. Dimitar Tennis Academy offers a perfect combination of mental and physical training that prepares a player well for an upcoming tournament. It is also a place where any level of player can practice and rapidly improve. Over my years at DTA, I have felt my game solidify and consistently improve. Also, I have seen many others around me improve at a rate I didn’t think was possible. A great thing about the courts at Hilton Beachfront Resort is that they are a few hundred feet away from the beach. Their location really gives each player a more enjoyable time out on the court. On top of my game improving from training with Dimitar, practicing at DTA has also made me a better person. I believe that anybody who decides to train at Dimitar Tennis Academy will experience the best tennis program in Santa Barbara and will also become a better individual." (Peter Jivkov)

I’m a tennis coach based in Santa Barbara with three summers of coaching experience, including UCSB’s summer tennis camp and my current role at Santa Barbara Tennis Club. I work with players of all ages and levels — from juniors building fundamentals to adults sharpening their game — and I’m currently pursuing my USPTA/PTR certification. I played college tennis and bring that competitive background into every lesson, focusing on technique, strategy, and making the game fun. Whether you’re just starting out or want to take your game to the next level, I’d love to get on court with you. 📍 Santa Barbara | Private lessons & hit sessions available

"Dylan was extremely helpful and super kind. Turned me into a beast on the court