Private Lessons & Coaches in Great Falls, VA

Former tennis player and totally in love with Pickleball and want to promote pickleball to other players by giving lessons.

I’ve been playing tennis since age 7 and competed at the Division I level for Radford University, where I helped lead the team to two Big South Conference championships. With nearly 20 years of competitive experience, I bring high-level training, match strategy, and energy to every lesson. My goal is to help players improve quickly, build confidence, and have fun while developing a lifelong love for the game. 🎾

"Great coach! I’ll be doing another lesson

I’m Charles Kodjo Alipoe Tchotchodji a professional tennis player from Lomé, Togo, representing my country in the Davis Cup. My journey began with elite training across Ivory Coast, South Africa, and France (TC Thann), and I’m now competing on the U.S. collegiate circuit. Currently, I play in the JUCO division, where I am ranked #9 in the nation with a 11.30 UTR. My career highlights include reaching an ITF Junior ranking of 534 and competing against top international talent on the World Tennis.

"I show her how to make forehand’s and backhand, and how to be consistent.

As a professional tennis player with an ITF ranking and a 9 UTR, I bring high-level competitive experience to every lesson. I was named Freshman of the Year at Benedict College and became a national champion in my home country. I’ve represented my country internationally and competed in France, Egypt, Kenya, Botswana, Nigeria, Ghana, and Togo. With years of experience working with players of different ages and skill levels, I’m passionate about helping students build confidence, improve their technique, and reach their goals on and off the court.

"Esperance is a great teacher. I brought my 9 year old son for lessons and she was fun, kind and a natural with kids too. She is very skilled too, as a former tennis champion in her country. Looking forward to more future lessons with Esperance! Highly recommended!

Hey there! I've had the privilege of representing my country in three Davis Cup ties and competing in NCAA Division 2 Tennis. Now, my mission is to coach and nurture the next wave of tennis talent. If you're a junior player aiming for greatness, or experienced player trying to fine tune your game, join me on this exciting tennis journey!

"A highlight of the lesson was Dexter’s patience, which really made the experience enjoyable. The session felt well-paced and supportive, perfect for building confidence on the court. If you’re thinking about improving your game, Dexter’s lessons are definitely worth trying out. It’s a great chance to learn in a relaxed and encouraging environment. 🎾

I am a former collegiate lacrosse player at Washington and Jefferson College and the University of Pittsburgh, where I played midfield and defense. I've been coaching lacrosse for the past nine years, starting with camps in high school and college and later coaching youth, club, and collegiatly after graduating. I have experience working with girls ages 5-22 and can work with all field positions. I am USA Lacrosse Bronze Certified and have all required clearances to work with children.

I have over 30 years of teaching in the DMV and as a Caddy Master at Congressional, TPC Potomac, BCC, Chevy Chase Country Club.

"coach Lester was outstanding in terms of observational and progression Tennis. He helped me with strong fundamentals and strategy during match play.

I’ve been a Floridian my entire life until I made the move up to Virginia last Spring with my wife and 3 dogs. I’ve been a certified athletic trainer, high school teacher and tennis coach for the past 20 years. I became a USPTA teaching professional about 10 years ago and have taught kids as young as 5 to adults as old as 65. I’ve coached the Gainesville High School girls tennis team the past 2 years. I believe tennis is truly a sport of a lifetime that can be enjoyed by all ages and abilities.

"Matt is a very capable and helpful coach, he identifies and communicates clearly what and how to improve, and makes lessons both enjoyable and productive.

PPR Certified Associate Pickleball Coach with more than 20 years of competitive tennis experience at the USTA 3.5–4.0 level, including inter-club competition and regional tournaments. Passionate about helping recreational players develop strong fundamentals, confidence, consistency, and enjoyment of the game. Brings extensive racquet-sport knowledge in movement, stroke mechanics, court positioning, doubles strategy, and competitive play.

"I highly recommend Mr. Steven Tran as a pickleball coach. He is patient, knowledgeable, and great at explaining techniques in a way that is easy to understand. I’ve learned so much about positioning, shot selection, and strategy, and I feel much more confident on the court. Every lesson is enjoyable . A fantastic coach for players of any level.

Hi there My name is Sean Miles and I'm currently attending college at GMU. I have played tennis since I was 6 years old. I competed on my High School Varsity team all four years. Currently I am playing in 7.0 UTR Mixed Doubles tournament with a friend. I work with all ages from beginners to intermediates. Each class will be focusing on one specific skill eg. step into backhands. Then of course I love to play a fun game or even a match to test the new skill you just learn!!

"Sean is great with my kids and connects well and can adapt towards their needs or strengths. He knows how to motivate/connect with them as they get mentally tired. And my boys are having fun and looking forward each week.