Private Lessons & Coaches in Stone Mountain, GA

PTR and PPR certified pro with deep experience coaching Pickleball & Tennis. Teaching PB for the past few years and previously taught Tennis for 48 years. My racquet sports experience spans Atlanta, Malaysia, Caribbean, Mexico, Philadelphia, Boston! Comfortable teaching Groups or Private, Beginners welcome!

"Stephon was great! I learned a lot and enjoyed it very much. He provided great feedback and things I need to work on. I may take more lessons in the future

I have been teaching nine years, I have a Masters in teaching middle school and high school. I am pursuing my Masters in Teaching elementary education from Georgia State University. I am a published author of 10+ childrens books.

Experienced educator, tutor and mentor specialize support for K-12 kids all walks of life including with IEP Autism Adhd and learning disabilities

"Working with Coach T has been an amazing experience. The lessons are organized, personalized, and effective. My child has shown noticeable growth in reading comprehension, confidence, and overall academic performance.

I’m here to share my passion for pickleball and help you take your game to the next level. I’ve been immersed in the world of pickleball for three years now, and it has been an incredible journey—from my first dink to winning 5.0 tournaments. For the past two years, I’ve dedicated myself to coaching, working with players at different organizations like Life Time and through my own private practice. My experience spans all ages and skill levels, from large group clinics to focused one-on-one sessions. Whether you are just starting out or looking to break into a new level of competitive play, I’ve navigated the path you're on and know exactly what it takes to progress. My coaching style covers the full spectrum of the game—from the mechanics of every shot to the complex strategies required to win points. I pride myself on breaking down the "why" behind every move, ensuring you aren't just hitting the ball, but playing with intent and confidence. Join me on the court, where we’ll refine your technique, sharpen your strategic IQ, and have a blast along the way. Let’s work together to achieve your pickleball dreams, whether that’s mastering the fundamentals or developing an aggressive tournament edge. I can’t wait to be a part of your journey!

"Needed to work on my game and a couple of shot to make sure I was ready for my first tournament!

Jewel Ausberry, affectionately known as MerJewel, is the heart and soul of MerJewel Swim Academy. With over 35 years of teaching experience, Jewel brings a unique blend of expertise, patience, and a natural ability to connect with students of all ages. Her lifelong passion for swimming began early as a high school swim team member for four years, and she later achieved lifeguard certification in her senior year. Jewel’s experience as an educator enhances her swim instruction, making her lessons engaging, effective, and tailored to each student’s needs. Known for her great sense of humor, Jewel creates a fun and relaxed atmosphere where swimmers feel confident and excited to learn. Whether working with babies, children, or adults, Jewel’s approach combines water safety, technical skill development, and lots of laughter to make every lesson a memorable experience.

"MerJewel Swim Academy has been a game-changer for our family! My child went from being afraid of the water to swimming confidently in just a few lessons. Jewel is patient, fun, and truly knows how to connect with kids. We highly recommend her!

Fueled by a lifelong love for Football, I spent 13 years honing my coaching/playing skills. My focus is helping players of all levels unlock their full potential. I provide focused training to improve your game. Focus areas: Long Snapping, Punting, Receivers/Tight Ends

Former college baseball player at Wallace State Hanceville where I learned mental toughness and strength. Most well known for infield skill and swing mechanics. Have been coaching for over 3 years and have never loved it more. Specialty in infield work and swing mechanics. In the first lesson you can expect to hear a lot about how to approach a ground ball and how to alter or correct your swing to make it fit yourself.

Hello there! I have over 9+ years of teaching experience, along with 3 years of tutoring experience combined. I have worked extensively with students of all ages, in all grade levels in several subjects. This makes me very flexible and adaptive to any student that I come across. I have taught ELA, Math (elementary and middle), Spanish, and World History. I speak 4 languages and am currently learning my 5th!

For over two decades, I've cultivated a passion for soccer into a rewarding coaching career. My approach emphasizes skill development and strategic thinking while fostering a supportive and enjoyable learning environment. I aim to help players of all levels achieve their full potential on and off the field.

With four and a half decades on the pitch, I blend traditional soccer values with innovative techniques to help players reach their full potential. My experience allows me to identify and nurture talent, fostering both skill and sportsmanship. I'm dedicated to creating a positive, yet challenging environment for every athlete.

"To whom this may concern I have been playing soccer since I was seven years old. I started with Saint Oliver's soccer and Creekside's recreational program. I've had many coaches during my development, including my own father, who coached me until 16 years of age. I have very little club experience, but i did play varsity soccer all throughout high school. Manny Silvano was my high-school coach and he selected me to play RPL I believe and I only ever played 9 official showcase games. After high school, I decided to start coaching while continuing to play in adult soccer leagues. This is where I met coach Fred. I knew him as a referee at creekside, and the reason he held his position was because of his knowledge and experience of the game. In addition, he coached an adult team in the Wednesday night league at Creekside. That's where I truly began to understand Fred's teachings. Somehow, someway, he started to give me advice on how to improve my coaching. Fred is very sharp, attentive, and detailed. One of the very first things that stood out to me was a lesson he taught me. This was to respect the game. I was coaching a team and during half time, I instructed my team to go directly to goal. Since the goal keeper, in my words "was trash". My competitive nature overpowered my ability to instill the correct message into my youth team. After hearing this, Fred pulled me to the side and told me to never say something like that again. He defended an opposing player because they were all there to learn. Ever since then, I began to seek his guidance. Fred watched me play, and I would ask him how I played. To this day he's my mentor. When we used to work together, we would sit together for hours and watch other teams play, and we would exchange ideas and thoughts about the teams in our division. He was watching me grow every day as a player, a coach, and a human being. Every time I encountered Fred, Id always ask him a dozen questions, and he'd sit with me and teach me so many things about soccer. I would go into work early, and stay until close, just so I could learn from Fred. He's seen me grow from a recreational coach, to club coach, to now, an independent soccer trainer and businessman. His teachings are profound, he see's and knows everything, I've never seen anything like it. He is able to simplify things to such a degree and it shows how knowledgeable he really is. He is the grandfather of coaches within my residential area. Everyone knows fred, and he's coached everyone! Currently I am a starter for his team, and I became his understudy. My curiosity and interests peaks when Im around coach Fred and although my questions never end, his knowledge is beyond that. He has a special and unique way of coaching, sometimes I wonder how far i could have gone if I had met Fred earlier, but to this day, I try and learn from as much as I can from Fred. Coach Fred has made a positive impact in my life, and many others. Mostly everything I know about the game now is all thanks to him!