139 coaches & instructors for lessons in Spotswood, NJ
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Jose Franco is a baseball coach who blends old-school fundamentals with modern-day mindfulness. With decades of coaching experience and a deep appreciation for the mental and mechanical aspects of the game, Jose focuses on developing athletes both on and off the field. His coaching philosophy centers around core baseball fundamentals—sound mechanics, situational awareness, and relentless attention to detail—while challenging players to grow mentally and emotionally through intentional self-reflection. What sets Jose apart is his belief that baseball is more than just a sport—it’s a platform for personal growth. Drawing from his book, The Power of Now in Baseball, Jose helps athletes confront weaknesses, embrace discomfort, and cultivate present-moment focus. His process includes visualization drills, mindfulness practices, mechanical breakdowns, and a unique communication system that fosters trust, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement. Whether you're a hitter working on pitch recognition or a pitcher learning to reset after a bad inning, Jose uses a 9-set development process designed to elevate your physical game while sharpening your mental edge. His book, The Power of Now in Baseball, is available for free at stoopjuice.com—regardless of whether you purchase a lesson. It serves as the foundation of his coaching approach, emphasizing growth over outcomes, process over perfection, and awareness over anxiety.
"I coached Jose when he played for Youth Service in the 80s - I was his 16u coach the same year he played for Mel Zitter’s 18u team. In 2008 Jose was my pitching coach at Morris High School where we won the PSAL City Championship. As someone with over 50 years of baseball experience I am humble in recognizing I too continue to be a student of baseball. As a teacher nothing makes me more proud than when one of my former students becomes my teacher. Jose is one of these students who’s ability to communicate in a constructive manner I’ve incorporated into my own coaching style.
Jose
Rutgers Youth Safety Certified with 3+ years dedicated to shaping little league baseball talent, I foster a positive and fun learning environment. I am dedicated to ensuring every young athlete learns the love of the game and also grows technically. My approach blends proven methods with personalized coaching for impactful results.
Anthony
I am a certified pickleball coach and instructor. I received my certification through Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR). I also coach and instruct approximately 33 people which includes kids through adults and varies in skill levels. Every 2nd 4th Saturday of the month, as well as meet at various local parks weekly.
Walter
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.
Ryan
Hello! My name is Ryan. I teach music production, sound design, mixing and mastering, and recording with Ableton Live, as well as live, interactive audio/visual art and music videos with VDMX. I hope to work together toward manifesting your vision as a real-life event!
"Ryan has made the process of creating music and videos more fun and liberating! Ryan has taught me how to use Ableton Live & VDMX proficiently, and I have since been very active in utilizing the templates which we created in class to compose full albums and live performances.
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Keyi Ding is a music producer and sound designer specializing in electronic music, immersive audio, and interactive media. Graduating from Berklee College of Music in Electronic Production and Design and recently completing a Master’s degree at NYU Tisch ITP, his work combines songwriting, sound design, and technical audio production across music and digital experiences.
Keyi
Hello! My name is Ryan. I teach deejaying, music production, sound design, mixing and mastering, and recording with Ableton Live, as well as live, interactive audio/visual art and music videos with VDMX. I hope to work together toward manifesting your vision as a real-life event!
"Ryan has made the process of mxing more fun and liberating! Ryan has taught me how to use Traktor proficiently, and I have since been able to grow my career collecting music, recording mixes, and performing at clubs and festivals.
Ryan
Hello! My name is Ryan. I teach music production, sound design, mixing and mastering, and recording with Ableton Live, as well as live, interactive audio/visual art and music videos with VDMX. I hope to work together toward manifesting your vision as a real-life event!
"Ryan has made the process of creating music and videos more fun and liberating! Ryan has taught me how to use Ableton Live proficiently, and I have since been very active in utilizing the templates which we created in class to compose full albums and live performances.
Ryan
High-performance tennis professional and active USTA/UTR Tournament Director. With extensive experience developing competitive athletes and introducing new players to the game, my coaching philosophy bridges the gap between practice-court mechanics and real-match execution. On my court, we don't just hit balls-we build players, strategy, and confidence. I specialize in situational drilling, high-stakes match play strategy, and rapid skill acquisition.
Levar
With over a decade dedicated to basketball, I refine skills and cultivate a love for the game. I blend strategic instruction with personalized encouragement to help players reach their full potential. Join me to elevate your game and discover your inner athlete.
"Thank to coach Andrew! He started from scratch and right now I know how to do layups and shots! Huge success for me.
Andrew
Music is my lifelong passion, and sharing it with others is incredibly rewarding. With 50 years of experience, including performing at the concert level, I bring a wealth of knowledge to each lesson. I'm dedicated to fostering a fun and supportive learning environment where students can thrive. I am a graduate of the Juilliard School. Bachelors and Masters Degrees. I have performed concerts throughout the United states. At age 15, I received a standing ovation at the Brevard Music Festival for my performance of the Tschaikowsky Piano Concerto No 1. I made my New York Debut performing with the Symphony of the New World at Lincoln Center at age 17. I made my Debut at the Metropolitan Opera House production of Porgy and Bess 1992 production in the role of "Jasbo Brown". I repeated this role in the New Jersey State Opera production. For Centaur Records I made a CD of the Arensky Piano Concerto No. 1 with the Czech National Orchestra and Etudes for Solo Piano op. 74. I received the Award for Excellence from the New Jersey Education Association, the "Community Leaders Fostering Change in Education Award" from the New Jersey Unit of the National Association of Negro Business and Women's Clubs, Inc, honored by The Newark Municipal Council, City of Newark, NJ. Retired Associate Professor and Coordinator of Essex County College's Performing Arts Department. Please visit my Youtube channel www.youtube.com/rcapno
"Mr. Alston is an excellent teacher and an excellent instructor.
Richard
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.