Private Lessons & Coaches in Highland Village, TX

Justen, better known as Coach JUT is a military veteran and professional athlete with a passion for mentoring and coaching. Drawing on his discipline and experience, he is dedicated to helping athletes reach their full potential both physically and mentally. Justen combines his background in professional sports with a commitment to fostering growth, confidence, and excellence in his players. His goal is to inspire and guide athletes to become the best version of themselves on and off the field.

"A few years back my son was struck by lightning and was left with devastating injuries (SCI, nerve + muscle damage). He was in various clinics across the US doing intensive physical therapies for years. About 6 months ago we began training with Justen Smith (“Coach Jut”) with amazing results. Coach Jut combines his incredibly deep knowledge of how the human body works with a very comprehensive, consistent, purposeful approach to training I think very few trainers out there could match. We are truly grateful to have met him and would recommend him to *anyone* looking to overhaul/refine/accelerate their recovery or athletic training efforts.

I have taught various math classes at the university level for 10 years. I have also tutored for 5 years, mostly university level but some high school students, specifically for the STAAR test. My teaching philosophy is simple: meet each student where they are and help them move forward with confidence. It usually takes a few questions to understand how they are thinking about a problem and what support they need most.

"David is an exceptionally strong mathematician, an experienced classroom instructor, and, just as importantly, the kind of patient, encouraging, and intellectually generous teacher who can help students develop both competence and confidence in mathematics.

I am passionate educator with great interest in teaching and mentoring students. I have several years of experience in coaching students for high school as well as bachelor level in various subjects like Mathematics and other engineering subjects. My teaching approach is simple ,critical thinking and analytic approach with curiosity and life long learning. I am Electrical Engineer by profession with positive attitude. I am committed to students in building career goals through teaching.

"He teaches me Engineering subjects and he is very good at what he teaches.I understand every subjects clearly and practically!

Whether you’re picking up a paddle for the first time or you’re ready to become a more confident and strategic player, I’d love to help you take the next step. I’m a PPR Certified Pickleball Coach with experience teaching players of different ages and skill levels. I’ve also served as a Pickleball Director, where I developed and led clinics, leagues, ladders, tournaments, DUPR events, mixers, and other pickleball programming. My coaching philosophy is simple: understand the “why,” not just the “how.” We’ll work on technique, but I’ll also help you understand positioning, shot selection, court awareness, and strategy so your new skills actually translate into better play. New to pickleball? We’ll build a strong foundation without making the game complicated. Already playing? We’ll identify the areas holding you back and build a lesson around what will make the biggest difference in your game. Lessons can cover serving, returning, dinking, volleys, resets, third-shot drops, transition-zone play, doubles positioning, strategy, and match play. Most importantly, lessons should be productive and fun. My goal is for you to leave every session knowing something you didn’t know before—and excited to get back on the court.

"Thank you, the lesson was very helpful! You do a great job of explaining and for sure are very patient. :-)

Bilingual educator specializing in tutoring and remote learning for elementary-middle school, and high school students. Experienced in closing learning gaps, building confidence, and delivering engaging, personalized instruction online, and in person.

"Hello Mrs Peggy , Thank you for being such a wonderful teacher . Your dedication to teaching and mentoring is truly inspiring. We really appreciate your teaching techniques to improve our child communication skills. Thank you for challenging our children to grow and always do their best ! ♥️

With five years on the court, I help students unlock their basketball potential. My tailored coaching emphasizes skill development, strategic thinking, and fostering a love for the game. I am committed to developing well-rounded athletes!

For over three decades, I've immersed myself in the worlds of Badminton and Ping Pong, blending these passions into the dynamic sport of Pickleball. My dedication and skill recently earned me a thrilling first-place victory at the City of Irving Rec Center doubles tournament. As both a player and coach, I thrive in indoor settings, preferring the controlled environment over outdoor courts, where I occasionally step onto the court to test my abilities.

"Saibal is very friendly and passionate guide. I improved my skill immediately when played beside him for sometime.

With 3 years guiding aspiring players, I'm dedicated to fostering a love for baseball. My approach blends fundamental skill-building with strategic insight, ensuring comprehensive player development. Let's unlock your potential!

I’m Trevoin Shaw, a former forward at Paul Quinn College, where I played three seasons and earned two All-American selections, First Team All-Red River Conference, and Second Team All-Red River Conference honors. Since graduating, I’ve coached youth basketball with the Texas Legends (2023–2024) and the San Antonio Spurs (2025), leading camps, skill sessions, and clinics. I’ve also worked in game day operations, gaining valuable insight into the professional sports environment. I bring energy, discipline, and a player’s perspective to every coaching role, helping athletes grow on and off the court. I’m also actively pursuing a professional playing career, continuing to sharpen my skills and leadership for the next level.

"Coach Trevoin creates a positive and encouraging environment while still holding players accountable. His sessions are organized, energetic, and focused on real development. He gives players specific feedback and makes sure they understand what they need to improve. Highly recommend him for any young player looking to develop their game.

Guiding players court-side with calm intensity, I teach tennis focusing on technique, tactics and sportsmanship. As an experienced player with 35 years of coaching, I apply high-level competitive insight to develop consistent, confident performers.