Private Lessons & Coaches in Mount Vernon, NY

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.

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

"My passion for tennis ignited on the college courts and has only grown stronger in my 16 years of coaching. I'm dedicated to fostering a love for the game in players of all levels, from beginners to those seeking to refine their skills. Let's work together to unlock your full potential on the court."

I help Pickleball players in Briarcliff Manor, New York improve their technique, make smarter decisions, and play with more confidence. Whether you are new to Pickleball, building your fundamentals, or pursuing stronger competitive play, I create personalized lessons that make progress purposeful and enjoyable. With six years of playing experience, I tailor each session to your goals, experience, and learning style. We can focus on strokes, form, mechanics, court awareness, strategy, tactics, decision-making, or the mental side of playing with patience and focus. I explain why changes work, demonstrate clearly, and use purposeful drills to help you improve efficiently. My goal is not simply to tell you what to do, but to help you understand your game and become a smarter, more complete player. I teach in person at Chilmark Park in Briarcliff Manor, East Rumbrook Park and Travis Hill Park in White Plains, and Main Street Park Pickleball in Tuckahoe. I provide paddles, pickleballs, a portable net, cones, targets, and other training aids as needed. Bring your preferred paddle if you have one, plus a smile and a coachable attitude. Book a lesson and let’s get started.

"If you’re looking for a coach who is both easy to get along with and highly skilled, Chris is the one. He brings a contagious energy to the court, and it’s clear he clearly loves the game. I really appreciate how he adapts his teaching style, to my needs, using fun drills that keep me motivated while noticeably improving my game. It is a huge plus that he’s such a strong player himself; his demonstrations are always spot on!

I am a dedicated Coach with a passion for developing players of all skill levels. I will focus on fundamentals such as serving, shot selection, footwork, and court positioning, while emphasizing strategy, sportsmanship, and game awareness. I am committed to creating a positive, engaging environment that helps athletes improve and enjoy the game.

I teach meditation from a classical mindfulness and practical approach. I offer patient, tailored instruction and a warm, engaging presence to help students deepen practice and sustain calm. For over two decades I have been teaching meditation to the beginner meditator. Meditation has transformed my life in so many positives personally and as an instructor and I would like to help you learn how to do this ancient practice that bring many lifelong benefits. I offer both in personal and virtual classes.

""When I was on my way to Kellye's meditation class, I was having a crazy morning. I was feeling very rushed and then I came to her class. Now, I feel very calm and very collected like I had a mini nap. I would recommend to friends and family members."

Hello! My name is Ian McBride. I am Alumni of Norcross High Basketball and played 4 years Collegiate Basketball in California. I went on to play pro in Japan as it ended with an injury that led me to stop playing professionally. So now with a total of 15 years dedicated to honing young talent on the court, I provide expert basketball coaching, fostering both skill and sportsmanship. My approach blends rigorous training with an enjoyable learning environment. I'm passionate about empowering athletes to achieve their full potential.

I am a USA Boxing–certified coach, competitive boxer, and gym founder with over a decade of experience training youth, adults, and competitive fighters. As the founder of Harlem House of Champions, I built and led a disciplined boxing program focused on fundamentals, safety, and athlete development. With two decades in the ring, I empower students to achieve their boxing aspirations. I provide tailored training that builds technique, confidence, and strategic thinking. Let's unlock your potential together with fun approachability.

"Ronnie Love is amazing at what he does. Looking forward to my next session!

I am 25 years of age with an AAS Degree in Sports MG and continuing with my BAS degree in Sports MG. I started playing pop warner football at 8 years old. I played high-school varsity in Yonkers NY for Gorton High school all 4 years and graduated in 2019. I continued to JUCO football in New Rochelle, NY at Monroe College/ University as a WR, where I graduated with my Associates of Applied Science degree in 2022. After that I was offered a scholarship to play NAIA out in Olathe,KS for MNU where I transitioned to defense and played CB/Star/Safety. As of now I have my transcripts to continue towards my BAS degree with 117 credits and 2.8 GPA. In the meantime I am in the process of becoming a certified personal trainer to better my knowledge of training myself/peers to establish my career.

"Really coachable and eager to learn more.

With a decade of baseball instruction, I foster growth through tailored coaching. My passion lies in developing well-rounded athletes who excel with confidence and skill. Let's elevate your game!

"Great Coach.