Private Lessons & Coaches in Franklin Lakes, NJ

With over 20 years of coaching experience and a background as a former Division I athlete, I bring high-level insight and proven methods to help players of all levels elevate their tennis game. My coaching focuses on strong fundamentals, tactical awareness, and building from the ground up—starting with footwork and attention to detail. I also emphasize “small victories” and SMART goals to create clear progress while keeping training fun, engaging, and motivating.

Teaching tennis is not just my profession; it's my passion in life. Whether you are new to the sport or looking to sharpen your skills, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. My specialty lies in working with beginners, intermediates and children, where I focus on building a solid foundation and fostering a genuine enjoyment for tennis. Having coached my own sons to success in varsity singles, I currently instruct 30 kids aged 5 to 12, emphasizing patience and fun in every lesson. Let's hit the court and discover the joy of tennis together!

"Tracy was great. Learned my level of play quickly and adjusted the lesson to accommodate my skill, or lack thereof! Sparked an interest in tennis for me, that I’m hoping to explore in the near future. Thank you!

Hi, my name is Kunal. I have been coached by some of the best. Still playing tournaments all around. I love the sport, and everything about it. With the lessons It's nice to be able to share my passion with others and it is satisfying if they end up enjoying the sport that I love! I have been playing Tennis for 15 years, and Coaching for 5 years. I have won the Hudson County Singles Title, and have played College tennis for 3 Years.

"Kunal was great. He was patient and paced the first lesson according to my level. It was a great workout today. I love it.

Results-oriented sports instructor with a proven track record of delivering quality instruction and coaching to players of all skill levels.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills that focus on creating customized training programs that build self-esteem and community-building exercises for players across all skill levels.

"Meredith is an awesome coach. Knowledgeable, clear, motivational and kind. I look forward to the next lesson.

Hello, I'm Jack! With a 4.5 rating and grounded in a rich teaching background, I have a keen insight into the intricacies of the game. Whether you're a newcomer eager to dive in or an established player aiming to elevate your performance, I'm dedicated to guiding your journey to pickleball excellence.

"Great lesson! Had a ton of fun.

I am a PGA of America Associate and Assistant Golf Professional who specializes in making the golf swing simple and repeatable. I work with golfers of all abilities, focusing on fundamentals, feel-based learning, and real improvement that shows up on the course.

"Best lesson I have had. I was struggling with swing speed and overall power. The drills we went over were easy to remember, and my ball striking improved the same day.

Driven by a lifelong passion for pickleball and honed by my experience as a college athlete, I bring a dynamic and engaging approach to coaching. With two years of experience, I specialize in fostering a supportive environment where players of all levels can refine their skills and deepen their love for the game. Let's elevate your game together!

"George's lesson was quite helpful. I appreciated the specific instruction and feedback he provided. Though I still need more practice serving and moving up to the net, I feel like I'm making steady progress. If you're looking to refine your technique, you might consider focusing on those areas as well. Still, I think trying a lesson with George could be worthwhile if you're aiming to improve your game.

I got into pickleball after a few friends dragged me along to play. Now I’m hooked and absolutely love playing. I have taught many friends and newcomers how to play and excited to teach you.

"Brendan's lesson was quite helpful, especially in refining my dink shot technique, which I’d been struggling with. He explained how foot positioning can really make a difference, though I still have some work to do. Still, I’m optimistic about applying the tips he shared and hoping to improve further soon. If you’re looking to fine-tune specific skills, it’s worth giving Brendan a try.

Hello my name is Anthony and I am a PPR Certified Pickleball Coach! I got into pickleball two years ago and took to it fast, thanks to my tennis playing and coaching background. I have won medals locally and nationally. I recently won a Silver Medal in Men’s Singles at the Minto US Open Championships and a Bronze Medal at the APP New York City Open. I have also won a Bronze Medal in 4.0 Men’s Singles at a the Pickle Juice Spring Open. And won a Bronze Medal in 4.0 Men’s Doubles at the Monmouth County Cup. I have competed in Nationals at the 4.5 level as well as the Geico APP Championships in the 5.0 division. I am also a PTR Certified Tennis Professional (Level 2), an iTPA Certified Tennis Performance Trainer (TPT)-Tennis Fitness Certification and I am also Safe Sport Trained. I played USTA (United States Tennis Association) junior tennis where I had an 18 and Under Sectional Ranking in the Eastern Section. In addition, I am a former captain of the Colts Neck tennis team and I formerly played NCAA D3 tennis at Haverford College under Coach Sean Sloane. I have over 20 years of playing experience & 8 years teaching experience. I started playing pickleball Summer of 2023 and have quickly taken to it. I play and drill at least 3 times a week and I am really enjoying the sport. I have been able to parallel all of my tennis playing and coaching experience to pickleball and as a coach, I incorporate the proper progressions and drills as well as point play to help you with your game. I believe in positive reinforcement and keeping things educational, yet fun. I can help with your technical skills and tactics. I am offering fun private pickleball lessons, semi-private pickleball lessons, group pickleball lessons and hitting only sessions for all ages (kids, teens, adults, seniors) and for all skill levels (beginner, intermediate, advanced). So whether you need to work on some specifics like your forehand, backhand, volley, serve, service return, overhead, drop shot (dink), approach shot, footwork, singles strategy or doubles strategy-I would be happy to help you with your game!

"Anthony is an excellent teacher. Really enjoyed the lesson!

USTA Team Tennis, league player, and highschool tennis background. Looking forward to working with you and getting you on the court!

"Thank you!