Best 30 coaches for lessons near Doraville, GA
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I’ve been passionate about tennis for over 20 years, thanks to my father who introduced me to the game at a young age. I earned my coaching certification from The Professional Tennis Registry in 2021 and have since coached for Nike Tennis Camps, Smoke Rise Country Club, and offered private lessons. As a former Division II college player, I also volunteered at an afterschool program, where I had the chance to teach kids tennis alongside a local coach. This experience, along with four years of coaching at Reading & Requests, taught me the value of listening to students and using positive reinforcement to foster rapid improvement. In my lessons, I focus on mastering the six basic strokes, keeping score, proper hand placement, and understanding the rules of the game. My classes are designed to be dynamic, fun, and structured for maximum skill development.
"Great tips!
LaToya
I've been playing pickleball for almost 5 years and currently coach and captain an A3 level ALTA team, which I originally started at B7. I also help coach our Alta B1 team. As a player I have a 4.0+ DUPR rating and enjoy giving weekly lessons to beginners along and intermediate students. My passion for both playing and teaching pickleball drives me to share this amazing sport with others! I am also a PPR professionally certified instructor.
"My coach was amazing, the session was fun and I can’t wait for the next one!
Veso
I'm an experienced instructor with a rich history in the game, including being a league winner. My philosophy is simple: I'll teach you how to improve your game while ensuring that you have a great time doing it! I believe that learning and enjoyment go hand-in-hand, and I'm dedicated to helping you elevate your skills in a fun and engaging way.
"I had my second lesson with Ms. Loeffler today, 01/29/26 and was very pleased with what I learned. Coach Sue clarified how shat I learned will improve my game. We practiced drills that will help me better manage my control of the court. Coach Sue is very patient during each lesson and her personality makes learning a pleasure.
Sue
From the courts of middle school to the state's competitive stages, my tennis journey began at 13 and has been a thrilling ride since. My dedication led to being named MVP in my junior and senior years, while also embracing USTA tournaments and intense matches against fellow Texas high schools. Standing strong at a 4.0 level, I'm passionate about sharing my tennis insights with you, whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out. Let's elevate your game together!
"Eric is an amazing coach. I’m starting to see improvements in my playing as a result of lessons with him. He’s patient and very knowledgeable.
Eric
With 3 years of experience teaching golf to kids and 2 years of experience working with beginner and intermediate golfers, I am a passionate and certified golf coach through First Tee Metro Atlanta. My approach focuses on building fundamental skills and fostering a love for the game in a supportive environment. I look forward to helping you or your child improve their game and enjoy the wonderful sport of golf.
"Great teacher!
Dylan
Former Varsity Golf player with near a decade of practical experience and 4+ years of competitive exposure. Passionate about helping beginner and intermediate players discover their love for golf!
"Had a great first lesson with Jeshua. Super easy to talk to, patient, and clearly knowledgeable about the golf swing and ball flight. He helped me better understand club face awareness and how different misses happen, which was really helpful for someone who has been self taught. I’m a newer golfer and never had one before, I appreciated how relaxed and encouraging the lesson felt. Definitely recommend for golfers looking to better understand their swing and shot patterns.
Jeshua
With 30 years of experience on the court, Have a court in mind? I’m flexible, I can come to your tennis location. I've honed my skills as an experienced player and am passionate about fostering that same love for the game in others. I bring a deep understanding of tennis technique and strategy to every lesson, creating a fun yet focused learning environment for beginner and low intermediate players. My goal is to help you not only improve your game but also develop a lifelong passion for this incredible sport. I am especially fond of working with the youth, as I have over 20+ years teaching kids off court. “First Lesson is absolutely Free!”
"Great
Sheila
With an extraordinary tennis journey, Erik rose to prominence as a top-ranked junior player, both nationally and internationally. My collegiate career with NC State and Morehouse College saw me achieve an unprecedented feat, marking an undefeated season and defeating the #1 player on the nation's top-ranked team. His talents extended to the ATP World Tour, where he secured world rankings in both singles and doubles, despite an abbreviated tour stint due to sponsorship challenges. Afterwards he transitioned to work alongside distinguished players in the WTA/ATP tours, including Heidi El Tabakh, Edina Gallovits, Donald Young, and more. My coaching prowess also shone as he trained junior world champions, including notable names like Emma Kurtz and Dillon Pottish. Currently, Erik is dedicated to running a junior program aimed at preparing young talents for college tennis and beyond. In addition, he's building a comprehensive tennis academy featuring six courts, a swimming pool, and dormitory facilities, where the future of tennis can be nurtured and inspired.
"Erik is a great pro. Highly recommend him. Thank you !
Erik
At the age of 17, Greg was already working at a local course doing maintenance, carts, helping in the golf shop and learning the golf business. Working in the pro shop gave Greg the opportunity to interact with members and develop relationships that continue to this day. There is where Greg fell in love with the game and his passion has only grown stronger through his career. Desiring to become golf professional, Greg enrolled in the Golf Academy of the Carolinas. While there Greg developed a particular focus on methods of teaching and the three phases of learning. He came to understand that everyone was unique and learned the game in different ways. With this new-found awareness, Greg knew he wanted to make Golf and coaching part of his career. Once graduated from the Golf Academy, Greg’s journey took him to Callaway Gardens. There Greg was able to test what he had learned, keep what produced the best results, develop and refine his way of communication and teaching style. It was at Callaway where Greg developed a keen understanding of how to diagnose and correct ball flight to a player’s preference. After Callaway Greg moved on to Highland Country Club in Lagrange, Georgia. There he worked as an Assistant Golf Professional while entering the PGA golf management program which provides world-class training based on “The People, The Business, and The Game”. Today, Greg is a professional instructor based at Northcrest Driving Range in Atlanta, Georgia.
"Great insights, communication, and instruction. Immediate improvements! Greg also makes great use of mobile technology on swing analysis. Most importantly, he’s a genuinely good guy.
Greg
I’ve been playing sports like soccer and tennis since I was very young had a career as a professional soccer player and always kept playing tennis. Both sport requires good footwork and preparation and then I would love to share my knowledge with new and experienced tennis players. I coached tennis in Israel, Australia, and in the US (Florida and Atlanta at the athletic club northeast)
"I’ve been working with Eyal for several years. He’s a great coach and really help me get my game to the next level. He is very patient and motivating
Eyal
With 35 years devoted to mastering the art of golf, I offer a unique blend of traditional techniques and modern insights to elevate your game. I want to help you reach whatever level of success in golf that you want whether that's to become a single handicap or finally get under 100. I believe in trying to make adjustments to your existing swing to achieve results rather than re-making your swing along with teaching course management and short game adjustments that can improve scoring. A large bucket of range balls is $20, why not get some help with your game for a little more?
"Brandon is phenomenal! I learned soooo much in just 1 lesson. I can’t wait to complete the rest of the lessons and see how they translate on the links
Brandon
I'm an athletic guy who learned the game of pickleball rapidly from putting in the hard work. I spent hours in a day learning from multiple instructors at various levels and locations. The game has become a fun addiction as well as a new workout regime. Pickleball[er] for life!
"Outstanding!!!