Private Lessons & Coaches in The Colony, TX

With two decades on the field as a player, a referee, and a coach, I cultivate confidence, self-awareness, and joy through soccer in players of all levels. This is a time to change things up and find out where your strengths shine and where they hold you back from challenging yourself. Progress over perfection, embracing failure to reach understanding, and introspection without judgement. This is a team sport and there are no weak links; only players that want to succeed, players that want to grow, and players that are content with their skill staying where it is.

With three decades devoted to tennis, I foster growth at all levels. My experience as an experienced player enriches my teaching approach. I aim to instill passion and refine technique on the court.

"I practice on my fore hands, back hands, overheads, servers and valleys. The coach was very thorough in teaching me these different strokes, and I enjoyed the session very well.

In just over two years, my journey in pickleball has been nothing short of exhilarating. Starting out as a pickleball instructor at CNP, I quickly transitioned to private coaching, guiding players of all levels from complete beginners to advanced 4.5 and even a few 5.0 athletes. Competing in numerous tournaments, I've recently achieved success with a 5.5 DUPR rating and medaling in 5.0 events and advancing through teams in pro qualifiers, setting my sights on reaching the main draw soon. This sport continues to fuel my passion for competition and coaching alike, pushing me to new heights with each game.

"The lesson with Alexander provided valuable feedback that really helped me understand some of my weak spots. Though I still need to make progress on certain techniques, I'm hopeful that with more practice and additional lessons, I'll improve further. I'm still gaining confidence, and it’s encouraging to see that there’s more to work on. Still, I’d say it's a good step forward, and I might consider trying another lesson with him to keep refining my skills.

With over two decades shaping aspiring athletes, I offer expertise to soccer enthusiasts. My commitment lies in fostering skill, sportsmanship, and a lifelong love for the game. I aim to elevate your game.

"Just an amazing coach who helps kids love soccer every day

I grew up playing at Duncanville and Faith Family, winning a state championship before earning 1st Team All-Conference honors in college alongside teammates now in the NBA. Today, my passion is helping young players build skills, confidence, and a love for the game.

"Jeremiah was extremely professional and dedicated. He gave a full range of drills and process for developing skills. Great!

Passionate Pickleball enthusiast dedicated to spreading the joy of the game and teaching its essential skills to newcomers. Let's play and improve together!

"Great coaching.

Ready to take your tennis game to the next level? I'm a former college player with eight years of experience coaching students of all ages and skill levels. My passion is helping players unlock their potential on the court, and I'm dedicated to creating a fun and supportive learning environment.

"Great coach better person! Enjoy working with him

Passionate and driven tennis coach with a 5 years of experience training kids, junior, and adult players. Ability to develop technical skills and foster mental toughness. Experienced in planning individualized training programs and mentoring athletes for competitive. Also, I bring 13 years of experience to the court, eager to share my love for tennis. As an experienced player myself, I focus on tailored instruction, building skills with an engaging, yet professional approach. My goal is to help you excel. Bilingual( Russian, English) Certifications and Badges: • Sport Supervision and Safety (Vector Solutions) • Child Abuse: Mandatory Reporting (Vector Solutions) • Concussion Awareness: Athletics (Vector Solutions) • Heat Illness Prevention (Vector Solutions) • Sexual Conduct: Staff-to-Student (Vector Solutions) • Athlete-Centered Coaching (USTA Badge) • Coaching High School Tennis (USTA Badge) • Empowering Girls (USTA Badge) • Inclusive Coaching (USTA Badge) • Abuse Prevention for Adult Athletes (USTA) • Creating Safe and Inclusive Environments for Athletes with Disabilities (USTA) • Parents Guide to Misconduct in Sport (USTA) • SafeSport for Volunteers (USTA) • SafeSport for Youth Athletes (USTA) • SafeSport for Kids (USTA) USTA courses: • Coaching level 1 • Coaching level 2 (in progress) • Safe Play for Providers • Parents Guide to Misconduct in Sport • Introduce Your Child to Tennis • Supporting Your Child in Competition • Tennis in Physical Education • Sportsmanship & Athlete Safety Junior

"Raman is a great tennis coach who explains techniques clearly and makes every session enjoyable. I’ve already seen noticeable improvement in my game. Highly recommend him to anyone looking to improve their game.

Former collegiate athlete at the University of Arkansas–Pine Bluff (2016–2018), following two years at Mississippi Delta Community College. Began professional career competing in Cyprus’ First Division with Apollon BC. With over 20 years of basketball experience, I specialize in skill development and building a genuine passion for the game. My training combines strong fundamentals with personalized strategies designed to maximize each athlete’s potential. I’m committed to helping players reach their goals through focused instruction, energy, and proven experience.

"First lesson was great! My son really enjoyed! They worked on many skills. Coach Travon is very nice and provided feedback which will help my son to get better. We’ll continue with the lessons and highly recommend!

Former tennis player with competitive experience and high rankings in Texas. Transitioned to coaching due to injuries but still passionate about tennis. I cater to students who want to pursue tennis seriously, those who want to enjoy the game, or those looking to learn for exercise. Let's work together to achieve your goals and make tennis a fulfilling and enjoyable experience.

"The lesson felt quite balanced. I appreciated how Aditya focused on refining my backhand stroke, which definitely helped my consistency, though I still think I could use more fine-tuning on my footwork to really tighten my game.