Private Lessons & Coaches in Westchester, 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

My name is Kyler, I am a baseball coach and father of 3. I have been coaching youth baseball for 14+ seasons and have enjoyed every one of them. I have worked with parents and kids on how to develop proper throwing mechics at a young age. A strong foundation can excelerate their skill and but more importantly, their love for the game.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Manager and Instructor at ACE pickleball. I am the club premiere instructor and highly requested. I bring a coaching background with encouragement and the ability to push players to their full potential. Multiple tournaments and gold medals won.I am a multi sport athlete/coach and personal trainer who knows the ins and outs of The games physically and strategically that players need.

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.

Racket sports expertise transfers seamlessly to padel’s unique blend of tennis technique and wall play, giving me an instant coaching foundation most instructors lack. On top of that, I’m actively building a padel club in Algeria from the ground up, that level of investment in the sport signals real passion and vision that players and investors alike will trust.

"I play in a regional padel league and needed serious tactical upgrades. My coach analyzed my pair dynamics, fixed my tendency to over-smash from the back, and drilled transition patterns until they became second nature. Our team jumped two divisions this season. Coaching at its absolute finest.

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.