Private Lessons & Coaches in Highland, MD

🏀 Former DI player. Pro player experience. 20 years coaching NCAA DI hoops (most recently as NCAA DI Head Coach). 🔥 I help players at ANY level—beginner to pro—sharpen skills, build confidence, and love the game. 💡 Detailed teacher • Positive & Encouraging • Results-driven.

Built in a Division I system at Towson University men's basketball and currently coaching at multiple levels, I focus on developing game-ready players. My training combines: High-level skill work Film study & decision-making Real game situations With coaching experience from AAU to varsity and professional experience inside George Mason University Athletics and Penn State Athletics, I teach players not just how to play—but how to think the game.

Great athletes aren’t born, they’re developed through quality coaching, consistent fundamentals, and confidence built one rep at a time. As a licensed Health & PE teacher, former collegiate defensive back, and experienced football coach, I’m passionate about helping athletes reach their full potential both on and off the field. I specialize in working with athletes ages 10–17, providing instruction in youth football, flag football, defensive back development, football fundamentals, and speed and agility training. Girls flag football is one of my specialties, and I take pride in helping female athletes develop the skills, confidence, and football IQ to compete at a high level. Whether you’re just getting started or preparing for your next season, every lesson is tailored to your goals, experience, and position. My coaching philosophy is simple: master the fundamentals, compete with confidence, and never stop improving. Every session is designed to develop technique, football IQ, decision making, and athletic confidence in a positive, high-energy environment where athletes are challenged to be their best. My goal is for every athlete to leave each lesson more confident, more disciplined, and more prepared than when they arrived. Experience & Credentials * Licensed Health & Physical Education Teacher * M.S. in Sport Coaching * Former Collegiate Defensive Back * Middle School Head Football Coach * Travel Flag Football Defensive Coordinator * High School Football Coach

Meet Coach Tony, With 8+ years of experience, he specializes in practical self-defense and fitness for all ages. His background includes a Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu Purple Belt, a USA Judo Black Belt (under Lamonte Tyler), and a WTF Taekwondo Black Belt. He also trains in Muay Thai under Lamonte Tyler. With a diverse background, he offers a "complete" martial arts experience. Whether you’re looking to get into the best shape of your life or learn how to protect yourself and your family, Coach Tony has the roadmap to get you there.

"We both enjoyed the class very much. He was very focused and engaged even in such a busy environment. I was very impressed.

Hello. My name is Tara Harrison and I am a dedicated educator with over 15 years of teaching experience. As a former public school teacher and current homeschool educator, I am passionate about helping students become confident, successful readers. I specialize in working with students ages 6-10 in the areas of phonics, reading fluency and reading comprehension. My goal is to create a supportive learning environment. I look forward to partnering with your family to help them reach their goals.

My teaching style is best described as a summer camp mentality. At summer camp, youth are excited to learn new things, build effective relationships with adults who care, and improve their confidence as they embrace new challenges. I strive to bring this mindset into the classroom so that every student can thrive in their academic life.

I'm a native speaker who's taught Spanish in area schools at every level for over 12 years. I use authentic material and interactive media tools to make the language accessible and fun to my students. I'm an expert at differentiation and will work according to your needs. Let's get started!

I specialize in developing defensive backs through elite movement training, position-specific technique, and speed/agility development. As a former 4-year college football starter playing 3 years at the Division II level and 1 year at the Division I FBS level, then getting the opportunity to participate in Baltimore Ravens minicamp. I bring firsthand experience and knowledge of what it takes to succeed on the field. If you’re serious about getting better , Lets get to work!

Offensive lacrosse coach based in the Washington, DC/Bethesda area. Currently serving as Shooting Coach and Offensive Coordinator for Next Level Lacrosse, as well as Head Coach at Washington Episcopal School. Through DMV Performance has helped over 100 athletes maximize their potential and reach their goals. Specializes in offensive skill development and advancing lacrosse IQ to help athletes perform at a high level.

I was a four-year varsity baseball player at St. John’s College High School, one of the top high school programs in the country. I was invited to play on the USA Baseball National Team and participated in the USA National Team Identification Series in 2018, 2019 and 2022 earning a bronze medal in 2022 I was ranked among the top 250 players in the Mid-Atlantic Area and among the top 15 catchers in the DC/Virginia area from 2023-2025 I was apart of two WCAC Championships. Then went to play D3 Ball

"I was new and just getting into baseball and couldn’t even hit the ball on the tee. Coach Parker made hitting so simple and easy for me to understand that I started hitting the ball more consistently.