Best 24 coaches for lessons near Totowa, NJ

With 16 years of experience in volleyball, I now dedicate my career fully to coaching athletes at a professional level. My background as a long-time player gives me a unique perspective on the technical, tactical, and mental demands of the game internationally. I specialize in developing players’ skills, building team strategies, and fostering resilience and discipline both on and off the court. My coaching philosophy emphasizes precision, teamwork, and growth—helping athletes reach their highest potential.

"It was such a great lesson pack-the tailored feedback really clicked for me, and the drills built my confidence, plus I’m taking away a solid plan. The coach’s communication style really encouraged me and made me feel stronger about my playing. Anticipating another lesson to sharpen my serve soon.

I've been honing my golf skills since I was just 6 years old, and even achieved a top junior prospect status with a handicap between 4-7. My passion lies in the mechanics of the swing, and I love nerding out on drills and techniques to help you improve your game. I'm so confident in my teaching methods that I guarantee you'll see improved results after just one lesson. Let's unlock your golfing potential together!

"Kenny is a phenomenal instructor. He guides you through complex movements and makes them understandable and easy to implement. I’ve improved so much in such a short period of time! Highly recommend!

I have been a high-level competitive tennis player for many years, progressing through USTA tournaments on into the Division I collegiate level at Sacred Heart University. Before Sacred Heart, I played a couple of years at Division III Allegheny College where I was a two-time all-conference singles selection, became captain as a junior and was a representative of the team on the student athletic advisory committee. At Sacred Heart, I was named captain my senior season and received the student-athlete award for the highest GPA on the team after my first semester. In addition to my playing experience, I have many years of coaching experience. I am a current RSPA Elite Professional, and have organized and run my own private lessons and programs. I have also coached at various country and athletic clubs in Northern NJ and New York, along with having been an assistant men’s coach at Army West Point. I am sometimes available at the Jersey Shore in the summer as well.

"Mike is extremely knowledgeable about the game of tennis, evident from years of playing and coaching experience. He is a clear communicator and explains the technique and strategy very well.

For over five decades, I've honed my skills on the court, reaching a competitive playing level and discovering a lifelong passion for tennis. Now, I channel that experience and enthusiasm into coaching individuals of all ages and skill levels. My personalized approach focuses on building solid technique, tactical awareness, and a genuine love for the game.

Michele's journey into pickleball began in 2017, driven by her preparation for the US Transplant Games the following year. Instantly enamored with the sport, she delved deep, earning both PPR Coach and IFP Instructor certifications in 2019 followed by RPO certification in 2025. As a dedicated Youth Pickleball Provider (YPP) with USA Pickleball, Michele's joy lies in coaching enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels, fostering a love for pickleball within her community.

"Michelle was personable, patient, understanding and met me at the level I was at. She’s great at explaining and gave positive feedback which motivated me to keep going. It gave me confidence and helped me perform. I ran pretty late and she still gave me the same attention and helped me max out the most of the time we did have together. I highly recommend.

Bree is an experienced pickleball coach with a passion for helping beginners break into the game she loves. Having played tennis, since the age of 3, she is an accomplished racquet sports athlete and multiple time Pickleball tournament winner. Shes loves guiding enthusiastic individuals through the foundation of the game. She guarantees improvement on shots and fundamentals in just one lesson!

"Breanna was patient and upbeat! Definitely recommend!

My mission as a golf teacher is to identify and optimize your innate biomechanics in order for you to consistently hit higher quality golf shots. I captained my golf teams both in high school at Hanover Park and College at Susquehanna University, and have been giving free lance instruction to friends and family for the last 10 years. Seeing the successes of my clients has encouraged me to branch out to a broader base of golfers of all levels of skill. My knowledge of the game comes from 25 years of playing experience, caddying for professionals, and studying the best players and instructors in the world. I believe what separates me from most instructors is my method of assessing your natural movements and working within those parameters to create your ideal grip, setup, posture, and swing type. Not only will this lead to you playing your best golf, but it will minimize the effects of any chronic pain or ailments you may have and maximize future injury prevention. Aside from simulator lessons, I also offer playing lessons, short game work, and club fitting assistance. I want my students to be able to reach me 24/7 with any type of follow-up questions and feedback. I'm not a cookie cutter hourly instructor, I take pride in being your golf coach and helping you get the most out of your game!

"“Working with Pat has been the best experience I’ve had with a golf instructor. His knowledge of the game and his ability to teach everyone on their unique swing characteristics is something far advanced compared to others. He gives you confidence in your ability and I always walk away learning something new from each lesson.”

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.

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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Coached my own travel baseball program for 20 yrs and coach of American Legion Baseball. Trained youths for 20 yrs. Made Bergen Record All Century Team.. 1st team all state pitcher 2 yrs at Don Bosco Tech HS. 1st pitcher taken in Draft by World Champion Cincinnati Reds in 1977.