Private Lessons & Coaches in Hickory Hills, IL

Expert Squash & Pickleball Instruction ​With over 16 years of experience in professional squash and 4 years as a certified pickleball instructor, I provide high-performance training tailored to every level of play. Whether you are a junior picking up a racket for the first time or an adult looking to refine your competitive edge, my coaching focuses on technical precision, strategic movement, and game-day mental toughness.

"I have been working with the FXW School for the past two years to introduce and develop pickleball for their junior players. We consistently see a fantastic turnout, with up to 20 kids participating per session. While the students generally start as beginners, many are incredibly fast learners. We focus on blending skill-building with fun games, and after just a few sessions each term, the players successfully transition into competitive match play. It continues to be a highly successful program, and I look forward to getting them back on the court for the next session.

I have been teaching golf on and off for the past 7 years at different golf courses and facilities. I have been playing golf for 23 years with 6 years playing on small professional tours. My teaching style focuses on what a student looks for and understanding limitations and backgrounds. I work with juniors and adults of all ages. Beginners to advanced students. The goal remains the same: to curate a great environment for you to learn and improve.

"I’m a jr golfer and DJ is both a great coach and friend to me. my after hiring him as my coach my short game and long game improved drastically.

Football has been my passion since early childhood. I grew up learning the basics of the game, living it every day — playing it, studying it, and enjoying every match I watched. Football is not just a sport to me; it’s a way of life. Over the years, that passion naturally evolved into coaching. I believe in developing players not only technically, but mentally and emotionally — building confidence, discipline, and love for the game. I come from Africa, where football talent runs in our blood and skills are developed instinctively from a young age. I combine that natural foundation with structured training to help young players grow, improve, and reach their full potential. Let’s build strong, smart, and confident players together.

Over 12 years of football playing experience as well as 6 years coaching youth tackle football ages 6-14 teaching basic football fundamentals and training. Eager to work with all ages and skill sets no matter where you’re at on your athletic journey, I’m here to help!

For over 45 years, I've nurtured a deep passion for soccer, guiding players of all levels. My experience allows me to unlock potential and foster a lifelong love for the beautiful game. Let's work together to achieve your soccer goals!

Guiding players from fundamentals to high-performance with clarity and energy, I have 15 years teaching and playing basketball at youth and competitive levels. My passion for basketball drives a curriculum blending technical expertise, tactical insight, and a supportive, engaging approach.

Hi my name is Horacio Hernandez! I’m a guitarist and educator with a bachelor’s degree in Guitar Performance and Music Education from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. This educational background has not only provided me with formal teaching qualifications but also a deep appreciation for the transformative power of music in education. My training spans classical, jazz, rock, and more. I’ve worked with students of all levels—from complete beginners to advanced players preparing for auditions or performances. Whether you’re learning your first chords, exploring improvisation, or diving into theory and composition, I’ll create a custom lesson plan that keeps you inspired, challenged, and making real progress. My approach is tailored to each student’s goals, whether you’re a complete beginner, an aspiring songwriter, or preparing for a performance or audition. As a teacher, I focus on building strong technique, ear training, and musicality, while always connecting lessons to the student’s personal goals and interests. I aim to make every session clear, engaging, and motivating, with custom lesson plans that help you build skills step by step. I’m here to support you through your musical journey and make sure you enjoy the process along the way.

Take Your Game to the Next Level with a UEFA PRO Spanish Coach Looking for more than just another practice? I'm a UEFA-qualified soccer professional from Spain with 10+ years of experience developing players in academy, grassroots, and high-performance environments. I help players become more confident, technically stronger, and smarter on the field through personalized training built around their individual goals. Training available in English and Spanish for players of different ages & levels.

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.

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