Private Lessons & Coaches in Nutley, NJ

I am a pickleball player, former health and fitness coach, and currently working in a private practice as an associate clinical mental health therapist. Pickleball is a sport I value for its creativity, physical challenge, and its ability to both quiet and challenge the mind. In my coaching, I go beyond advanced pickleball technique by integrating the mental side of the game. I represented the Czech Republic at the 2025 Pickleball World Cup Championship in Fort Lauderdale and designed a pickleball-based therapy program for teens with anxiety and depression—helping players build confidence, focus, and resilience both on and off the court.

"Wonderful and welcoming coach! We had such a great time learning the fundamentals as complete beginners to the sport.

Starting playing golf at age of 18 at Spook Rock golf course. From there starting taking lessons at The Tuxedo Club where I worked for a friend and mentor Dave Carazo. In that time frame qualified for 2 Met Amateurs. That lead me to become a golf professional in that time frame spent 12 years in the Met PGA section and became a member of the PGA 2001. After that spent time in both Philly and New Jersey section where I currently reside. Recently I worked at Golf Galaxy of East Hanover as a golf instructor and club fitter for 5 plus years. Through my career I have taken lessons from Top 100 instructors such as Brad Redding, Mike Bender, Todd Sones and Stan Utley. Caddied at a club called Lost Tree Club where had the chance to play with tour players and caddie for Jack Nicklaus and Greg Norman.

"He had drills for all my problems

With 27 years devoted to tennis, including a professional playing career, I bring a unique perspective to coaching. My focus is nurturing both technical skills and a genuine love for the game. I'm committed to helping players of all levels unlock their full potential on the court. I'm a former professional tennis player from Minsk, Belarus, where I trained alongside Victoria Azarenka (former world #1) and Aryna Sabalenka (current world #1). I also played numerous matches against Grigor Dimitrov, Karen Khachanov, and Ilya Ivashka during my junior career. With over 12 years of experience in teaching and coaching, I’ve worked with players ranging from complete beginners to top junior players in the country. Improvement guaranteed or get your money back!

"Want to share and recommend Laurentsi as a coach to everybody who wants to learn tennis and improve their game at any age or level. He is teaching my husband and my kids as well. We are a tennis family.

In less than a year, Amanda went from a novice pickleball player to a pickleball pro – and you can too! Amanda has 1,100+ hours of coaching experience and has taught over 1,000 people how to play pickleball. She is PCI, RPO, RPPk/DUPR L2 and SafeSport certified and coaches at several pickleball venues in NYC (indoor and outdoor). Amanda’s sweet spot for teaching is beginners and advanced beginners who want to move up to intermediate and advanced play, including tennis players new to pickleball. With Amanda's guidance, you can expect not only valuable insights and quick tips to enhance your performance and win more points, but also to have a lot of fun in the process. If needed, sessions can also incorporate a focus on reviewing and mastering the fundamentals since a strong foundation is essential for long-term improvement in pickleball. To top it off, Amanda is also a great listener, so pickleball lessons will always be tailored to your goals and needs. Note: The court fee for Gotham Tues/Thur is $80/hr. Reach out with any questions! About Amanda: Outside of pickleball, Amanda is a former finance executive, with an MBA from Kellogg (Northwestern), a BA in Art History from Barnard (Columbia), and her CFA. She’s also an aspiring song writer and author.

"I’ve had a few lessons with Amanda now and have felt myself get better after each one. Very focused and productive. She has a super sharp eye for what needs tweaking and gives super helpful in the moment feedback that clicks. She makes the game very approachable for beginners.

I am a USGTF Golf Teaching Professional with over 15 years of coaching experience, having taught through organizations such as First Tee, Harlem Golf Academy, and Bilancio Fitness Management. I am passionate about helping golfers develop strong fundamentals, with a focus on creating consistency and confidence in every swing. My greatest reward is seeing a student’s reaction when they make that first solid contact and experience real progress for the first time. I work exclusively with individual clients to provide focused, personalized instruction tailored to each player’s goals.

"I was really impressed by James's training style and how much I learned in such a short time. The lesson was clear and effective, making it easy to grasp key techniques quickly. If you want to improve your golf skills with a great coach, James is definitely worth trying. Looking forward to more lessons like this! ⛳🙂

I'm a passionate tennis player and coach who focuses on helping players improve quickly, build confidence, and actually enjoy the game. While I didn't compete at a high level, I've spent years playing, studying technique, and developing a practical understanding of what helps players get better efficiently. I specialize in working with beginners and intermediate players - breaking down strokes into simple, easy-to-apply concepts and helping you build consistency, footwork, and match confidence

I am a football coach with only 2 years of experience, but I have a good approach with all students. The first thing I always do with my students is to talk to them first about how they feel and how they see themselves, how they want to enter the professional circuit. after helps to improve a lot in their position.

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My name is Josh Adelsberg and I have been a dedicated soccer player for practically my whole life. After completing my high school career and while continuing recreational play in college, I plan to stay involved with the sport by spreading my knowledge and experience to all those who want to learn. I started my career at PSA as the captain of my team and transitioned into high school soccer where I played 4 years on varsity. Through that time, I developed many connections in the amateur and professional soccer world. My coaching philosophy starts with understanding a player's needs by both watching and listening to them. Coaching is both about giving my personal, experienced opinion as well as listening to the wants of the player. It is important to not only have short-term goals set at the beginning of any session, but also long-term goals for the future.

I am NFPT master certified Personal Trainer. My specialties include : flexibility, balance, core strength, weight loss nutrition, as well as strength and conditioning. The past 16 years I've been training athletes and fitness enthusiasts I used to be a professional tennis player, and the discipline, focus, and skills I developed during my tennis career have greatly influenced my approach to training. I love working out and staying active, as it keeps me motivated and allows me to support others in their fitness journeys. EXPERTISE: - Fitness Nutrition Specialist - Resistance Training Specialist - Endurance Training Specialist - Core Training - Plyometric Training Essentials - Sleep coach CERTIFICATION - NFPT master fitness trainer

"Elona is incredibly knowledgeable, always attentive to form, and great at adjusting workouts to match my goals and energy levels. She knows how to challenge me without ever making me feel overwhelmed. Her positive attitude and encouragement keep me motivated even on tough days. Since working with her, I’ve seen real progress in my strength, endurance, and overall mindset toward fitness. Every session feels like a step forward. If you’re looking for a trainer who’s skilled, supportive, and truly invested in your success, I absolutely recommend Elona.

My name is Allen Holmes I’m a fitness model bodybuilder and certified personal trainer