Private Lessons & Coaches in Elizabeth, NJ

Ryan Walters is a yoga instructor, performing artist and curator from Miami, Florida with a specialized focus in audio/visual arts and movement practices. For 10 years spent living in New York City, dedication as a student of variegated disciplines came to materialize as he began instructing and performing at institutions and events such as Dubspot, Ridgewood Yoga Studio and Ultra Music Festival. Shifting focus between performing arts and healing modalities, employing skills as an instructor of yoga styles including pre-natal and postpartum, endeavoring to curate an international label as well as record, produce, ghost-write and engineer for a myriad of artists, Ryan has advanced with a well-rounded perspective and teaching ability.

"Since taking classes with Ryan, I have gone from being completely unable to lift my arm without having severe debilitating pain, to entirely regaining my mobility and no longer needing to go to physical therapy. I highly recommend Ryan as an instructor and guide for various healing modalities.

I am a Japanese guy💪, born and raised in Japan. I learned to ski from my strict!? father at first, and later started skiing with school friends and family. In 1989, I obtained my Level 2 technical ski certification from the Japanese Ski Association (SAJ). During on-season, I’m teaching at a ski resort’s ski school. I can work with you during off-season at NJ. About my past life! I came to the US as a student, and time has flown by since then. After becoming a frequent traveler for multiple jobs at one of the largest Japanese companies, I now retired and started teaching skiing for fun! I obtained my Level 1 ski instructor certification from the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA-AASI) and have already passed my Level 2 ski exam (Less than 50% of instructors pass this), with my sights set on further improving my teaching skills. Phew😮‍💨, the learning 📚never ends! In addition to skiing for over 40+ years, I have a deep background in classical music 🎵and play the piano with a degree. I was also an official docent at Carnegie Hall for 10 years. Recently, I completed a Reiki healing master class and am planning to help others with it.

"Thank you very much for your patience and especially for your attention to my child today! We all learned a lot and had so much fun!

Coach Lu is a basketball trainer passionate about developing players from the ground up, with a focus on building strong fundamentals that translate into real game performance. With over a decade of playing experience, including starting at point guard as a varsity freshman and the versatility to play all five positions on the floor, Coach Lu transitioned into coaching with a belief that every player—regardless of starting skill level—can improve dramatically with the right instruction, repetition, and mindset. Coach Lu's training philosophy centers on three pillars: fundamentals first, individualized development, and building confidence alongside skill. Sessions blend proven skill-building progressions—ball-handling, shooting mechanics, footwork, and basketball IQ—with situational drills that prepare players for real game speed and decision-making. Currently working with players ranging from beginners to competitive youth athletes, Coach Lu emphasizes patience and clear communication, breaking down complex movements into simple, repeatable steps. Known for creating a positive, high-energy training environment, he believes that a player's love for the game is just as important as their technical growth. His own background as a starting point guard who could play any position gives him a unique feel for how each role sees the game, which shows up in how he teaches spacing, decision-making, and versatility to his students. Coach Lu is continuing to expand his coaching education through [certifications, mentorships, camps, or clinics] and is committed to growing alongside every athlete he trains.

A compelling storyteller, soprano and actress Natalia Bychkova performs a versatile combination of operatic, art song, and musical theater repertoire. Natalia holds a Master's degree in Vocal Performance from the Longy School of Music of Bard College and has trained at the Juilliard extension school. Currently she teaches voice with New City School of Music and Music To Your Home NY, where she helps students build strong technique, confidence and artistic expression.

"I went to my very first voice lesson ever (!) with Natalia and it was incredible! I’ve always been curious about training my voice, but was nervous to take the leap and book a session. I’m so happy I booked a session with Natalia because she provided such a safe and encouraging space for me to sing. By the end of the session there was noticeable improvement in my technique and I realized there was nothing to be nervous about! Voice is an instrument and with the proper guidance and encouragement I was able to improve after just one session. I highly recommend booking voice lessons with Natalia!!

Mal is New York State Certified Music Educator with nearly five years of teaching experience in vocal and general music education. He holds an Associates, Bachelors, and Masters degree in Music Education and currently teaches K-5 music in New York City, where he directs, choir, drum, and violin. His teaching emphasises vocal technique, musical expression, and culturally responsive repertoire. He also works with students in vocal coaching and performance development.

Hi I’ve been playing softball since I was 5 years old ! Varsity all four years of HS, Senior MVP included . I’ve helped coach At Lady Ravens with my old coach also did individuals with my batting coach recently . Softball has taught we discipline, teamwork and dedication and the importance of always continuing to work on yourself!

I’m a former Division I quarterback and collegiate football coach with 20+ years of experience developing elite quarterbacks, wide receivers, and offensive systems. I’ve served as an Interim Head Coach and Passing Game Coordinator at Long Island University, and I’ve coached multiple conference MVPs, All-Americans, and record-setting quarterbacks. My quarterbacks have led the NE-10 and the nation in key performance metrics including passing yards, touchdowns, third-down efficiency, red-zone production, and total offense, with several earning Conference MVP, Offensive Player of the Year, and All-Conference honors. Over a five-year span, every starting QB I coached earned All-Conference recognition. As a coach, I specialize in: Quarterback mechanics & throwing efficiency Decision-making under pressure Reading defenses & situational football Third-down and red-zone mastery Game-speed accuracy & confidence Film review My training sessions are high-intensity, detail-driven, and tailored to the athlete’s age, position, and goals — whether that’s youth fundamentals, high-school performance, or preparing for college-level competition. I focus on building confident, disciplined players who understand the game, not just run drills. If you’re serious about development — not gimmicks — I bring college-level coaching, structure, and accountability to every session.

"I was 18 years old and graduated HS and wanted to play college football- with Coach Gill's plan in 3 years I became a starting QB at a junior college and got recruited to play college football.

Acting coach, teacher and screenwriter with decades of professional experience in film, television and theater. Former head of Talent at Paramount and 20th Century Fox. Have coached Christopher Walken, Tom Selleck, Sam Elliot, John Stamos and many others. Founder of the Bob McAndrew Acting Studio in New York. Specializing in audition technique, scene study, emotional authenticity, and career development for actors .

Hi! I'm Kaitlan, an NYC-based ESOL educator with a background in English language program administration, so I know firsthand what learners are working toward and what it takes to get there. I'm bilingual in English and Spanish and specialize in pronunciation, TOEFL prep, and conversational and academic English. Let's work together and let's get you speaking/listening/writing and reading in English!

Spanish teacher with a fun and engaging approach to learning. We make classes catered to your goals to make language learning enjoyable. Guaranteed improvement in speaking, pronunciation, comprehension, literacy, and expressing yourself more like a native Spanish speaker, all while building confidence in your new Spanish skills.