Private Lessons & Coaches in Murphy, TX

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Hey there! My name is Ramon and I am from Barcelona living in Highland Park in Dallas, TX. Long story short, I moved to the US to play college tennis and over the summers I used to teach tennis at Sea Island in Georgia. I reached a 13 UTR and was #30 in Spain. Also, I worked as a hitting partner for Andrey Rublev #13. I currently work in real estate but I figured I could still teach tennis as a side job. Looking forward to meeting you and sharing all I learned in my tennis career!

Hi, I’m Dani, a tennis coach from Spain with over 20 years of experience in the game, including 5 years competing at the Division 1 college level. I’ve spent 3+ years coaching players of all ages and skill levels, always focusing on high-energy, engaging, and fast-paced sessions. Whether you’re picking up a racquet for the first time or looking to take your game to the next level, I’m here to help you up your game, have fun and love tennis.

"My goal has always been to go to college and play tennis there. Coach Dani has helped along the way. My game needed help and he developed my shots to be more consistent and also to clean up my technique. It been great working with you.

Hi, my name is iLona. I consider myself half Ukrainian and half American, as I literally lived half of the lives in both countries, not to mention all the travels in between. Back in 2009, at 17 years old I came on one way ticket to USA on full right scholarship. I played division 1 schools, first 2 years at McNeese State, and last 2 years at University of North Texas where we won Sun Belt Conference Championship 2 years back to back.

Hello! I'm Rachelle Mulanax, and I proudly serve as the Head Tennis Coach right here in the vibrant community of Frisco, Texas. Tennis isn't just a sport to me—it's a lifelong passion, one that I'm enthusiastic about passing on to others. With 20 years of coaching under my belt, I bring a wealth of experience and insight to the court. Additionally, I've found success on the senior pro tour as a member of the Boca Raton Picklers in Pickleball, another racquet sport I've grown to love and excel in.

"A confident coach, great drills with strategy involved. Engages the class. Works well with each individual as well as complete class. Has a great personality as well.

I have over nine years of experience as a competitive swimmer with City of Plano Swimming, including four years of varsity swim with Plano Senior Swim & Dive. I’ve also volunteered as a swim instructor with the World’s Largest Swim Lesson, where I developed a passion for water safety and teaching children. I am Red Cross lifeguard certified (2023) and attentive with swimmers of all ages. I currently hold a role at a women’s clinic which has honed my abilities to work in a fast paced environment.

Passionate about fostering a love for tennis, I bring 15 years of experience to the court, sharing my knowledge as an experienced player. My coaching style blends technical expertise with a fun, engaging approach, designed to help players of all levels reach their full potential.

"My lesson with Jose was quite good, though I’d say it’s more of a steady improvement rather than dramatic change. The highlight for me was how he focused on refining my backhand technique, which was pretty helpful. I still think I need to work on consistency, but I’m hopeful about getting there with his guidance. Still, it’s encouraging to have someone who really pays attention to your specific needs. If you’re into tennis and want a coach who’s thoughtful but not overly intense, trying Jose might be worth considering.

Born in Cincinnati Ohio. Fell in love with the amazing game of tennis and quickly began improving and moved to Florida to train under Rick Macci. (the Williams sisters coach) at the age of 14 I started to work with Tarik Benhabiles who was Andy Roddicks coach from 15 to the age he won US Open at age 18. I reached a career high ranking of 196 in the world ITF juniors. I also was top 20 in the United States in 16s and 18s. Have taught all over the USA. I look forward to helping with your game!

"Helped me get to another level I didn’t think I could get to. Very good with strategy and really told me some great tips and lessons on how to win

I am a History educator with over 28 years of teaching experience at both the secondary and college levels. I hold a Ph.D in History of the Americas and currently teach U.S. History at Dallas College and other higher education institutions.

I am a performer with 20 years of experience in the industry. I have roots in improv, clown, theatre, film, and stand up comedy. I teach and perform improv at Stomping Ground Comedy and bring a background in curriculum development and social-emotional learning to my coaching work. This means sessions aren't just about technique, they're about helping you understand why the work lands. Whether you're brand new to acting or looking to sharpen specific skills, I meet you where you are.