Private Lessons & Coaches in Capitol Heights, MD

I have experience teaching basketball fundamentals to all athletes, including ball handling, shooting, footwork, defense, conditioning, and game awareness. My coaching style is energetic, structured, and encouraging, with an emphasis on skill development, accountability, and confidence building. I focus on creating engaging lessons that help players improve both their basketball abilities and their overall athletic mindset.

"I highly recommend Coach Moon for anyone who's child is interested in improving their basketball skills. He has been very professional in his interactions with myself and my son and his approach to coaching is organized and systematic. He was able to assess my son's skills and deficiencies and come up with a game plan for improvement.

Lester Chavez hails from the Tidewater VA area with over 35 years of coaching experience. Throughout his career, Coach Lester has served as Director of Tennis at the Montgomery Sports Association, Head Coach at Tennis Centeal, Head Coach at Holton Arms and Georgetown Visitation. He played NCAA II tennis for the Washington Adventist University as a student (Business Admin. Management/Marketing), player and Head Coach.

"Lester is an excellent tennis coach with lots of experience coaching young rising stars. He has a lot of techniques to teach kids. My daughter has improved so much under the past year doing private 1:1 coaching.

I'm eagerly looking forward to the opportunity to work with all of you. Tennis has been a lifelong passion for me, and I've played the game with competitive zeal. Currently, I'm engaged in USTA/UTR matches and am based in Prince George's County, Maryland. My coaching philosophy is grounded in a laid-back approach, emphasizing empowerment and personal growth. I relish the chance to meet new people and share the joys of tennis, creating a positive and enriching experience on the court. I can't wait to help you elevate your tennis game while forging new connections in the world of tennis.

"The lesson was quite helpful, though I think it could benefit from more focused drills to improve my serve. Still, I appreciate Marcellus's approach and look forward to trying another lesson soon.

Passionate pickleball player and coach who fell in love with the sport in December 2022. Since then, I've dedicated myself to playing and coaching, winning over 15 gold medals in tournaments and earning my highest rating of 4.1 DUPR by competing against talented players on the East Coast. I take pride in teaching others and building valuable skill sets that can be used on and off the court. I enjoy coaching driven players who aspire to be more competitive in pickleball, helping them reach their full potential.

"Jeaneen was very patient with me and encouraging and very positive throughout the lesson. She has a wonderful sense of humor which made the lesson a lot of fun.

With a deep passion for tennis my journey started as a 7 year old kid that right away fell in love with the game. After competing during my youth and playing Division 1 tennis I decided to help others achieve their goals

"Delmas is fantastic. My kids loved his energy, practical tips to improve, and his funny personality. He’s also very reliable and responsive.

Hey there! I am a 24 year old coach and player looking to pass on the lessons and techniques that I have picked up over the years playing the beautiful game! Playing Career - Semi professionally at the NPSL and USL 2 level Collegiately at the Division 1 level for Siena University Professionally/Semi professionally in Poland Currently training with USL League One club in America Coaching Career - Has done private and group coaching over the summer for the past few years

I play pickleball for the love of the game — finding joy in every dimension it offers, from competition and fitness to connection and community. I’ve been immersed in the world of pickleball since 2021, developing my game to a 5.0+ level and coaching players across different skill levels and backgrounds. As a certified pickleball coach, I have worked with various organizations and clubs, helping new and experienced players sharpen their skills, develop strategic thinking, and enjoy the game’s fast-growing culture. My coaching style blends fundamentals with the creative freedom that makes pickleball both accessible and endlessly fun. By profession, I am an environmental scientist and international development expert with over 15 years of global experience in sustainability, climate resilience, and resource management. Off the court, I am a parent of three wonderful kids, and we call Annandale, VA our home — where pickleball has become part of our family’s rhythm of life. I also write about pickleball, sports culture, and the deeper meaning of athletic pursuit. My recent publications on Medium explore the spirit of the game and the origins of greatness in sports: • Do You Know Pickleball? — Read Here • Where Athletic Greatness Begins — Read Here For me, pickleball is not just a sport — it’s a movement, a mindset, and a growing community I’m grateful to be part of.

"He is very knowledgeable and professional enjoy his class so far

Horace Crenshaw, Jr., completed 20 lessons through the National Registry of Professional Golf Instructors (NRPGI) and has a certification in Golf Instruction. Furthermore, he has enjoyed the game of golf for over 20 years, now. Furthermore, he competes on the Golfweek Amateur Tour. Moreover, he is a certified Callaway Golf Equipment Fitter and Product Specialist. Each year, he is certified on all new Callaway Golf Equipment. He worked in the golf industry as a Dick’s Sporting Goods Golf Associate in Dale City, VA. Moreover, he is a certified football official with the Stafford County Parks and Recreation. He has been active with football officiating and athletics for over 20+ years. Former Deputy Football Commissioner of Dale City Sports Club.

"Impeccable knowledge of golf and issues i was having

Amen is an active tennis player with a peak UTR of 12 in singles and 12 in doubles. Certified Ptr level 1. His ongoing experience as a player helps him deeply understand the challenges beginners or any tennis player face. He’s been coaching for 8 years and brings a wealth of experience from both competing and teaching. Amen is passionate about helping players improve, and he finds real joy in watching their growth on and off the court. Not available on weekdays from 8am to 9pm.

" As a parent, I’m very happy with the progress my son has made. Coach Amen is very professional and always on time. He explains things in a way that kids understand easily. My son has improved not only his skills but also his discipline. I also like how each lesson has a clear purpose. We will definitely continue.

I had no racket sport background, so I started pickleball from below zero. If that’s your starting point too, I can assure you that together you can go a very promising path, as probably I had all your weaknesses and I know how to help you solve them.

"I haven’t formally trained with her, but while participating in a weekly pickleball league she kindly noticed my serve during warm-ups and offered a helpful tip that immediately improved my game. Very observant and generous with her knowledge.