Private Lessons & Coaches in Lake Wylie, SC

Hello! Over the past decade it has been my privilege to work with learners of all ages (middle school through grad school), helping them reach their learning goals--from basic reading comprehension to submitting Master's theses. With a background in theology (B.Th, M.Div., M.Th.) reading and research is my bread-and-butter. If you're looking for help with reading, writing, or essay composition, please reach out! I'm happy to chat.

Results driven coach and mentor with a diverse professional background in sales and culinary arts. I am passionate about personal transformation and leverage strong skills in creative writing, poetry, script writing, and advanced vocabulary to help individuals break free from limiting mindsets and habits. My journey through sales taught me the power of communication and persuasion while my experience in cooking depended my appreciation for discipline and creativity.

With a lifelong dedication to tennis, I empower players to elevate their game. I cultivate skills through tailored instruction and strategic insights. My fun, yet professional approach unlocks potential on and off the court.

IPTPA Certified Level II Pickleball Coach and tournament player dedicated to helping players of all ages and skill levels improve through structured, hands-on, and personalized coaching. Whether you're new to the game or preparing for tournament play, I tailor every session to your individual goals, playing style, and pace. My focus is creating a fun, supportive environment where players build confidence, develop skills, and enjoy continuous improvement on and off the court.

Hi, I'm John Kelly, a Charlotte native & lifelong player/coach who grew up playing baseball in neighborhoods & sandlots - building natural "play reps" that carried into organized baseball. When kids have fun, they learn & play better. My baseball background: 1984 NC State Championship w/ Independence HS, multiple city/state All-Star titles, & 3-peat MSBL 45+ Fall Classic Championship (2017-2019). I offer high-energy, game-like training for players ages 8-14 focused on movement, fun, & max reps.

"Coach Kelly has a gift for connecting with young players. He teaches solid baseball fundamentals in a positive, encouraging environment. The drills are fun, the instruction is clear, and my son’s confidence improved after just a couple of sessions.

I bring a disciplined passion for the game and a patient, detail‑driven teaching style to every lesson. I have several years teaching baseball, focusing on hitting mechanics, fielding fundamentals, and mental preparation to help players build confidence and consistency.

With over a decade dedicated to basketball, I refine players' skills while fostering their love for the game. My tailored approach maximizes potential on and off the court. I am passionate about developing well rounded players and have been teaching for 12 years.

I have a bachelors degree in Biology and am passionate about education. I have experience in Montessori approach with toddlers. I have tutored in a traditional learning style elementary school. I have two kids, and currently tutor my tenth grader. I have also tutored calculus and physics while in college. After working with me, I truly hope you walk away knowing what you need to focus on. I like to approach the problem in a way that is easier for you to understand.

"Helps me in a fun and cool way she helped me in decimals. And is the reason I am so smart but some times I don’t understand and she tries to help in different ways to make sure I understand. Like the way she thought me how to spell banana and understand. She’s really helpful and smart. Sometimes she will teach you a song to help you spell like the banana song. She’s been teaching for a long time she’s been teaching me for almost 5 years.

Hi everyone! I am Ms. Acuff. I am a highly experienced Special Education teacher. I’ve taught high‑school students for several years and also serve as the Lead SPED teacher at my home school. I’ve co‑taught Math and English Levels 1–4, so I understand the challenges and strengths you bring to different subjects. My classroom is structured, supportive, and focused on helping you build independence and real‑life skills. I break things down step‑by‑step, teach strategies that make school easier.

I have played softball for 10 years now and am currently playing in college. As a coach, I want to teach people how to love the sport through learning.

"Madison did a great job at explains drills on a simple level and helped me learn a lot about the softball rules.