Private Lessons & Coaches in Niles, IL

Driven by a love for the game, I bring five years of tennis coaching experience to every lesson. As a seasoned player myself, I tailor my approach to help students of all levels improve their skills and ignite their passion for tennis. Let's elevate your game together!

"Okay, so, Ashlae has been helping me with my tennis game, and I gotta say, she's the most patient person ever! When I started, I was super clueless, like hitting the ball into the net every time. But Ashlae never got frustrated. She just kept showing me the right techniques and giving me tips on how to improve my swing. She broke everything down into simple steps, so it was easy to understand, and she always had a positive attitude, even when I was making a ton of mistakes. Now, I'm actually starting to get the hang of it, and it's all thanks to her patience and awesome teaching skills!

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.

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.

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!

As a PGA instructor I turn technical insight into dependable golf performance with a calm, approachable manner. With 20 years teaching golfers of all levels, I combine biomechanics, course strategy and patient feedback to help you play better and rediscover your passion for the sport. We have multiple locations to choose from.

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 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.

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!

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