Private Lessons & Coaches in Glendale Heights, IL

I played soccer recreationally in weekend leagues for 10 years, coached my son for six and rose to advanced AYSO coach and a member of the AYSO Evanston board before stepping way from the game. I have since returned, passing the IHSA coaching course in 2025 and working with Super Soccer Stars as a coach and assistant coach, teaching children ages 5-12.

I have an M.A. in teaching ESL and have taught English for 6 years. I have been an educator for 19 years. I teach all skill levels of English from beginner to people studying professional vocabulary for work. I have also taught all ages. To really understand how people learn English, you must know how different people learn at different levels.

I've been playing for over 25 years and teaching for 10 years.

I am a former Professional and International soccer footballer and have individually trained athletes for about 19 years now. I have coached football development academies for boys/girls ages 7-18. I've coached ages 2-5 with Soccer Shots, all ages of club level, coached at the high school level and I was an assistant coach at the collegiate level. I have also coached abroad in Australia and Iceland. I also served as a trainer and mentor for the Philippines Youth National Football Team in 2024.

""Tahnai does a great job paying attention to detail. We appreciate her time! The sessions are well thought out and the tips and tricks she shares with my daughter are so valuable and exactly what we were looking for. She is someone who has played at the next level and can teach the skills needed to succeed at a high level. Thanks, Tahnai, we look forward to continuing training with you!"

Hi! My name is Liz, and I'm a multi-sport athlete with experience in dance, track and field, basketball, and soccer. I played four years of division II collegiate soccer and was recruited to play for the Chicago Stars in 2018. I continue to play recreational soccer in Chicago. I coached soccer during the summers of 2016-2018 at Camp Illahee and Camp High Rocks in North Carolina. My coaching approach is to inspire the player's individuality and support their love for the game.

"Liz was my coach for indoor soccer and she helped me practice controlled passes in confined spaces. She helped me with footwork and quick touches to score goals. I loved the games she came up with every practice.

Igniting passion and skill on the court is my specialty. As a solid tennis and pickleball player, I taught highly regarded skills clinics in the local community. Most of my players experience rapid progress on the court and leave the clinic with much more confidence and enthusiasm for the game. I offer tailored instruction to elevate your game, making learning fun and effective. Let's achieve your goals together! I’m passionate about the sport and would like to help as many people learn and improve as possible. If you need a lesson outside of Wilmette in the north shore area, please send me a request. I’ll see what I can do. All my sessions will be tailored specifically to individual players. Here’s an overview of what we will do based on your levels: For Beginners: Building the Foundation The goal is to get you up and running so you can truly enjoy your new sport. I will focus on laying a solid technical foundation and teaching you the key strategies needed to start playing matches. By understanding the "how" and the "why" early on, you will see consistent, rewarding progress over time. For Intermediate Players: Breaking the Bottleneck I will identify exactly what is holding you back—the specific moments where you feel uncomfortable or lose points repeatedly. We’ll use purposeful, engaging drills to turn those weaknesses into strengths. Often, refining just one specific shot can transform your entire game. From there, we will progress into advanced shot selection and point construction. For Advanced Players: Mastering the Margins At this level, it’s about fine-tuning your unique style. I will analyze your game to sharpen your anticipation, balance, and footwork. Our sessions focus on high-level decision-making, precise targeting, and superior ball control. Finally, we’ll integrate the "secret sauce" of the competitive game: mental toughness and peak physical fitness.

"I’m an advanced tennis player. Playing pickleball is easy but also humbling as I level up when patience and strategy become critical. Wen helped me understand the key difference between the two sports and develop skills and intuition to play competitively in pickleball.

Beginner focused pickleball coaching, blending technical fundamentals, tactical insight, and patient, encouraging instruction. I customize sessions to each player's goals to build skill, strategy, and lasting enjoyment of the game.

Professional Tv and Film Actor/Writer/Producer. Over twenty-five years pro experience. Over forty-five SAG-AFTRA credits, including Amazon’s Critic’s Choice Nominated tv series PATRIOT, PERPETUAL GRACE LTD and the hit HBO show DTF. ST. LOUIS. Strong, detailed, creative, and energetic. Self-motivated. Credits accessible on IMDB.

For over a decade, I've cultivated a passion for soccer into a fulfilling coaching career. My experience allows me to develop players' skills and instill a lifelong love for the game. Join me to elevate your play!