Private Lessons & Coaches in Morton Grove, IL

Teaching coaching Racquet sports for over two decades. Competed in and medaled in dozens of high-level PPA, APP, USA, and Mlp as well as set up multiple events in Pickleball. I currently run a Country Club Picklball program and have a next generation or junior Pickleball camp and adult camps in programs. I also set up inter club matches as well as social events bachelor parties kids to adult birthday parties in corporate events. I’m also a certified Yoga fitness instructor.

"Great teaching method and superior communication skills

Tennis and Pickleball Aficionado, Sharing the Love of Racquet Sports for Over 20 Years. Former University of Illinois Club Tennis Team Member. Passionate Teacher with a Decade of Experience. Advocate for Active Lifestyles and Sharing the Joy of the Game with Everyone!

Lifetime, self-taught and disciplined hooper! Played at NJCAA/NCAA D1, D2 and Semipro levels plus 5 years overseas experience. I work with all ages/levels, from kids learning to dribble to pros polishing their game. I focus on fundamentals & details, things that impact the game. Chill energy, but serious reps. Let's get to work!

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.

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.

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.

My name is Ivan i have played few ITF junior tournaments. I'm a leftly and love to teach people tennis and make them a better tennis player. I can only give lessons Saturdays and Sundays.

Hey there, I'm Ethan! A seasoned tennis coach and a proud 4.0 rated player. And when I'm not serving or volleying, my other passion is through teaching Elementary Physical Education. I have experience coaching numerous students across every skill level, and I can't wait to teach you!

"Great lesson! He was positive and encouraging the whole time. His feeds were really consistent, and he could place the ball exactly where he wanted. I'd definitely recommend taking a lesson with him.

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

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!"