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My deep background in tennis and racket sports gives me a technical edge most pickleball coaches simply don’t have. I understand spin, footwork, and court geometry at a level that translates directly. Add I entrepreneurial drive and hands-on coaching ambition, and I bring both the skill set and the passion to genuinely develop players.

"I’ve been competing at the 4.5 level for two years and hit a wall. My coach completely rebuilt my reset mechanics, tightened my erne execution, and gave me a clear game plan for tournament play. Within two months I won my first gold medal at a regional event. This coaching is the real deal.

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.

Hi! I'm Lily, a Music Production, Guitar and Piano Teacher with 5+ years of professional audio engineering experience. Having recently completed a Masters degree in Film Music Composition, I have a deep understanding of how to cultivate a valuable learning experience - infusing my teaching with the real-world perspective of experience in the music industry. I've been tutoring for 2 years, using a highly personalized approach to help each student achieve their unique creative goals.

"Lily is rad I didn’t know what was possible till I started lessons she’s helped me with loads of stuff even writing lyrics which I found hard before. Definitely recommend if your looking to learn something new.

Championship winning basketball player and coach . Avid chess player .

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.

Hello! My name is Madison Bowers, and I would love to help your student develop and learn new skills! I have nearly four years of teaching/tutoring experience. I love working with students of all ages, and I’m happy to teach any age level from elementary school through high school, even select college courses. I’m capable and versatile as a teacher; I can teach any course at the age levels listed. Moreover, I always adapt to a student’s individual needs, including students with special needs.

Hello, my name is Carsen Johnson. With five years of coaching experience as both a Defensive Backs and Wide Recievers coach, I am passionate to help athletes develop the skills, confidence, and football IQ needed to succeed on the field. Blessed to be a part of the National Coaching Academy class of 2026 with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, I look forward to helping athletes take their game to the top level.

Head Coach Purdue Northwest University Tennis Expert collegiate and junior level teaching. Open to all the levels

I have 7 years of basketball coaching experience, with a range of coaching teams, clinics, and individual sessions. I cater my sessions due to the athlete's goals and expectations. I focus on the mastering the fundamentals, a disciplined approach, and supporting both skill and mental development. I make the learning experience fun and supportive!

I have a background in bioengineering and laboratory science, with experience mentoring peers, training new team members, and helping others build confidence in technical subjects. My teaching style is patient, encouraging, and tailored to each individual's goals and learning style. I enjoy working with students of all experience levels and focus on breaking down complex concepts into clear, practical steps that make learning engaging and approachable.