Private Lessons & Coaches in Hanover Park, IL

Former Junior/HS/D3 College Tennis Player Current Competitive Paddle Tennis Player and Instructor - Winnetka Series 4 Player/Prairie Club (Glenview Park District) Instructor Current Competitive Pickleball Player and Instructor - Morton Grove Park District, HP PD, GV PD, NS YMCA, D214 Extension Coaching beginners to tournament players

I bring over a decade of coaching experience in tennis and pickleball, helping athletes reach their full potential through focused, athlete-centered training. After competing in tennis at the highest level, I now actively compete in pickleball tournaments, combining high-level insight with a fun, competitive environment.

I’m a 2x gold medalist in skating skills and freeskate. Teaching for over 15 years- students ranging from beginners to double axel/ triples ages 4-99 Fully insured, safe sport and learn to skate certified. Masters degree in education. You can expect master instruction, high expectations and lessons tailored to your goals and needs to make you the best figure skater you can be.

With 15 years on the pitch, I cultivate skills and passion for soccer. My dedication fosters growth in a supportive environment. Let's elevate your game with expertise and enthusiasm! I can also teach goal keepers incredible skills of goalkeeping

As a former D1 softball player, I know what it means to play at an elite level. Although the game has evolved since I played, I believe that hard work and mental toughness are the keys to success. All it takes is one pitch to make something great happen, and that is what I work on with my players: understanding it. If failure happens, we keep trying. You have to want the next one to be great.

With 22 years in combat sports and athlete development, I bring the kind of experience you can't teach—you earn it. I competed exclusively in the super heavyweight division, finishing my amateur kickboxing career at 12-0 before turning professional, where I went 3-0 in kickboxing and 1-0 in professional boxing. Along the way, I earned three championship titles: TCB Illinois State Amateur Champion (1997), TBC Windy City Champion (1998), and TCB Midwest Champion (1999). Beyond my own competition history, coaching is where I’ve built my legacy. I’ve trained and cornered dozens of male and female athletes across boxing, kickboxing, and MMA, helping them build confidence, sharpen technique, and step into the ring prepared to win. My approach is equal parts technical detail, discipline, and mindset development—because a fighter’s body follows where their belief leads. I’m not here just to teach punches and kicks. I’m here to develop competitors, leaders, and resilient athletes who know how to push through, get better, and show up like champions.

"I hesitate to give constructive critique via message. As we know, words are not always interpreted as intended. That being said, here we go: I have worked with 4 personal trainers over the years. IMO you are the best. You know how the body works, what we should be feeing and where we should feel it. You have shown me that the smallest tweak can make the biggest difference. You’ve been through some things and you also know how the body doesn’t work (injuries) and you are careful about that. I like your training style and if I am not being challenged, neither of us is doing our best. Thank you for not swearing during our sessions. Please don’t tell me I’ve done something well, when I can feel I haven’t. False “kudos” are not appreciated. I understand we live in a time where everyone expects “good job” just for breathing, but when a person who is critical tells me my form/technique was good, I can believe them. Thank you for reminding me to “get out of my head”, but sometimes I need to step back for a minute; take a pause to reset. We’ve had some heated discussions and I’m fine with that as long as we come to an understanding by the end of the session. We play hard and a few clashes are to be expected as long as we have respect. I hope to meet the corporate people next time they come in. I will tell them how I appreciate your knowledge and workout advice. Sorry. Not so short.

With three decades on the field, I blend proven strategies with a fresh, engaging approach to soccer. My passion is nurturing talent and fostering a love for the game. Let's unlock your potential together!

Hi everyone! My name is Seth Platt and I have been coaching youth baseball for 6 seasons now. I played baseball through high school as well as summer team currently. My specialities are infield work and hitting as well as the fundamentals 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.

I cultivate competitive baseball players with disciplined coaching and a spirited, approachable manner. I bring years of teaching experience, technical expertise in hitting, fielding and strategy, and a commitment to developing confident, disciplined athletes.