Private Lessons & Coaches in Batavia, IL

Hi Everyone! I’m Josh Handelman, a local golf instructor and former competitive player (New Trier High School golf, trained under the Northwestern golf staff). I recently went full-time as a private golf coach, working alongside Wildcat Golf Academy’s youth program. I offer private lessons, group lessons, playing lessons, and clinics for all ages and skill levels. Would love to help any neighbors — or their kids — looking to pick up golf or sharpen their game this season. Feel free to reach out!

"As a low-single digit handicap, I was skeptical a lesson would move the needle - but Josh caught a subtle timing issue in my downswing and we quickly worked to get back on track

As a certified pickleball coach and instructor, I bring a wealth of experience from the world of tennis and pickleball. After nearly my entire life dedicated to tennis, I transitioned to pickleball six years ago and haven't looked back. For the past four years, I've been sharing my passion for this amazing sport through teaching, drawing on my extensive background as a college professor for over twenty years. Pickleball isn't just a game; it's a social activity, a fantastic workout, and, above all, incredibly fun! I can't wait to share the joy of pickleball with you in one of my classes soon!

"Robert is a patient man. He’s a great coach

With 18 years of experience and an elite junior background(top 20 USTA singles TX, top 150 singles USTA Nationals, top 10 doubles USTA TX), I offer comprehensive tennis coaching tailored to individual goals. I focus on technique refinement, strategic thinking, and fostering a passion for the game, making learning effective and enjoyable. Let's elevate your game together!

"The coach gave excellent advice about serving.His game like practice situations are very helpful

9 handicap. Lifelong golfer. I'll teach you to love the game of golf and have a good time playing! Which is what it’s all about.

"My lesson with Mark was quite helpful, especially learning what I needed to make contact with the ball. Though, I still think there's room for improvement, but overall it was a solid experience and I guess I’ll keep working on what he showed me.

PGA and TPI Professional Head Golf Coach at North Park University Professional Long Drive Athlete

"I’m hitting every club in my bag 15-20yards further!

Hey there! I’m a passionate golfer with 20+ years of experience, and I’m currently a 3 handicap. It’s crazy to think I’ve been at it this long, but I genuinely love the game and want to share what I’ve learned along the way. My goal is to help you improve your swing, shave strokes off your score, and most importantly—make your time on the course more fun and rewarding! I played competitive golf back in high school and have mostly been playing recreationally lately, but I’m working toward becoming a PGA professional someday. So far, I’ve mainly helped friends fine-tune their games, but I’m ready to branch out and work with other golfers too. Whether you’re fighting a wicked slice, struggling to escape the sand in one shot, or just looking to fine-tune your fundamentals, I’d love to help you out. Let’s hit the range, work on your game, and start lowering those scores together!

"Ryan has helped me tremendously. His ability to diagnose my swing problems has been extremely helpful. Clear, repeatable drills and great follow up make it an enjoyable learning experience. Highly recommend

With over two decades of soccer instruction, I'm a former collegiate student-athlete (Judson University) and youth pro club level player (Unión Española, Chile). I'm dedicated to fostering player growth, I bring both tactical and technical insights every session. I blend technical expertise with strategic insight, focusing on discipline and hard work creating a fun and challenging learning environment. I help players to achieve their full potential.

"Very organized and flexible in terms of scheduling practices. My 9 years old son just started in the world of soccer and I can assure that Cris fulfilled a lot of my expectations to get him on the fundamentals of the sport.

When I started playing pickleball three years ago, I had not idea it would become such a big part of my life! I am passionate about sharing my love for the game and find it incredibly rewarding to see my students learn and improve. My beginner students can expect a fun learning environment that uses patience and humor as we learn the golden standards in techniques and solid fundamentals. More advanced students, get ready to sharpen those skills through drills and strategy. Let's pickle!

I've played golf since I was a kid: junior championships at Village Links in Glen Ellyn, two-time all-conference at Glenbard South, and college golf at Augustana. I carry a 6 handicap and play out of The Belmont in Downers Grove. Now I love helping others improve. I've fixed a friend's shanks in 5 minutes and straightened out slices players fought for years. I find the root cause and give you a clear fix and a drill to make it stick. Adults and juniors welcome. Patient, positive, and fun.

"I really enjoy Doug’s welcoming approach to golf instruction! He’s an excellent golfer and a great listener. He has a knack for quickly identifying swing flaws and suggesting a fix. He provides video feedback of your swing and shows you ways to improve. Thanks, Doug!

Ready to level up your pickleball game? Hi, I'm Phil! I'm a PPR-certified pickleball coach, competitive tournament player, and manager of two indoor pickleball clubs with 30+ years of racquet-sports experience. I coach beginners through 4.0+ players, focusing on technique, strategy, positioning, and smarter play. Every lesson is personalized to your goals and designed to help you improve with confidence. Book a lesson and let's build your game!