Private Lessons & Coaches in Mount Vernon, NY

Tennis has been a lifelong passion for me, but about three years ago, the magnetic allure of pickleball caught my attention. Intrigued and motivated to spread my love for this sport, I pursued PPR certification and embarked on a teaching journey that has now spanned over a year. My teaching endeavors have seen me conducting numerous classes, reaching out to hundreds of players at various levels of expertise, all within the welcoming environment of the YMCA. Pickleball is more than a game; it's a community, a vibrant connection of enthusiasts coming together to enjoy the thrill of the sport. As a dedicated instructor, my mission is to share this excitement and the skills that make the game enjoyable for players of all backgrounds and levels. My goal is to contribute to the growth of pickleball and help individuals discover the joy of this engaging and dynamic sport.

"I love James! Best coach for a newbie like me.

Hello everyone, I am Sebastião Vilas, your tennis coach and a professional tennis player. I bring years of experience, having started coaching at the age of 17. Working with me is all about pushing your limits while enjoying the process. I bring a passion for the sport and a commitment to helping each of you improve, whether you are just starting or looking to fine-tune your game. Let’s make this a great experience on and off the court!

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!

Played junior competitive, pro-tournaments turned USPTA certified Coach. I have spent the past decade coaching at elite clubs in San Francisco, Miami, and NYC. I've studied the game thoroughly and still do, my teaching skills are always evolving. I see how you play and immediately know how to make you play, rally and have fun with tennis. A sport of a lifetime. I also manage junior high performance groups. I have a lot of drills and games to make your learning experience interesting and fun. If you are a high-performance player I could give you a very good practice, good pace rally, I could help you with your serve and strategy game. My high-performance competitive certification from Sanchez Vicario Academy provided me a great insight of the game, full of drills and modern concept strategies of understanding tennis latest advances. I could teach kids as well, love to make them have fun and like the sport.

"Coach Jose is a joy to learn from. He has been nothing but patient and encouraging as a beginner in tennis. He is super flexible, understanding and a joy to learn from. I've seen massive improvement in just two lessons.

Hi I'm Coach Justin, PPR Certified, and residing in Hoboken. I have been playing for 7+ years and would love to take all the experience I have and provide that to beginners to intermediate level players. If you are someone who wants to elevate to a 3.5 to 4.0 level I will work with you and help build an amazing plan for success through reps and strategic thinking!

"Coach Justin gave me several pickleball lessons, and he was great! He was so patient, supportive, and systematic. I highly recommend Justin as an instructor and feel that my game is improving significantly already. I plan to take many more lessons from Justin

Private Tennis Coach near Summit NJ with over twenty years of experience coaching and managing clubs in North NJ, NYC, LBI NJ, and Newport Beach CA. Full time job managing Sutton East Tennis in NYC weekdays 9-7. Looking forward to spending time on court with anyone who is willing to learn, have fun and/or get a great workout.

In less than a year, Amanda went from a novice pickleball player to a pickleball pro – and you can too! Amanda has 1,600+ 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 Mon-Fri starts at $45/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’m an LPGA Associate with a TPI Golf Level 2 certification. My coaching approach focuses on understanding each golfer’s natural movement patterns, goals, and learning style. I believe in keeping things simple and helping players understand not just what to change in their swing, but why those changes work. Looking forward to helping you enjoy the game even more!

"Lily was on-time to our scheduled lessons at a golf simulator in my apartment. She would explain, show, and then watch. I liked her coaching style where I spent most of the time hitting balls with live feedback. Would recommend to beginner to intermediate players.

I love helping players of all levels improve their game. My sessions are all about sharpening skills, learning strategy, and having a great time on the court. Let’s step up your game and have some fun!

"Jackson is a great coach. I am an intermediate player looking to get over 4.0 DUPR and wanted to focus on improving technique. Jackson is an advanced/skilled player and his coaching has helped improve my technique in a short period of time.

With a decade of basketball coaching experience, I'm dedicated to helping players of all levels reach their full potential. My focus is on skill development, strategic thinking, and fostering a love for the game, all within a supportive environment. I look forward to hearing from you!

"The shooting under pressure, and elbow, finger, and wrist position when shooting the ball, very helpful, thank you!