Private Lessons & Coaches in Lake Stevens, WA

With two decades dedicated to the art of basketball, I empower athletes to elevate their game. My coaching blends time-tested techniques with innovative strategies, fostering both skill and a profound love for the sport. Join me to unlock your full potential on the court.

From competing at the top of Division I lineups to coaching at elite academies for aspiring professionals, I offer a rare, inside perspective on what it takes to reach the next level in tennis. I specialize in developing high-level juniors who are ready to separate themselves from their peers. I’ve been in the environments that produce top performers—and I know exactly what habits, training methods, and mindset create real breakthroughs. While I also coach adults and beginners, my core passion is working with driven players who feel stuck and helping them break through their limits. My coaching philosophy is simple: high standards, smart structure, and performance that shows up when it matters.

"I was already playing at a high level in a league when I started training with Dmitry, but I wanted to improve my overall game and refine my style. He immediately identified what I needed to work on and tailored the training to push me past my plateau. My movement, shot selection, and consistency improved, and I feel much more confident in competitive matches. He treats you like a serious athlete and holds you to a high standard, which is exactly what I was looking for.

Hey! My name is Jade Loville and I’m currently a professional basketball player. I’ve been fortunate enough to play in Spain, Greece, Mexico, Dubai, China and I plan on adding more beautiful places to the list. Basketball has been a passion of mine for the last 20 years and while I highly value my own development, I believe my purpose is to bring as many others as I can reach along with me. I pride myself on hard work and attention to detail in each and every aspect of my life. Let’s get after it and fuel our shared aspirations!

Experienced soccer player and mentor with a strong background in competitive and international soccer. Skilled at teaching and developing players through technical instruction, tactical awareness, positional understanding, decision-making, and game-specific training, Experienced in communicating effectively with athletes of different skill levels, providing construction feedback, demonstrating techniques, and creating challenging but supportive training environments.

Hello! My name is Bitanya Mekuria, I’m a math major at Bellevue College , transferring to University of Washington. I have 5+ years of tutoring experience from helping family and neighbors to working at Renton Technical College and Bellevue College. I work with students of all ages in algebra, Geometry, Precalculus, calculus, intro to Statistics and linear algebra. My approach: explain the concept , work through examples together, then have you try practice problems. I also give time for Q&A

I am a Mathematics student at the University of Washington with over four years of tutoring experience in math, science, English, and SAT preparation. As a College Board SAT Math tutor, I created personalized study plans and helped students improve their scores. My teaching style is interactive and discussion-based: students explain their reasoning, predict next steps, and build problem-solving intuition. I have worked with middle school, high school, and adult learners.

I've been working with students to improve their Mathematics skills for the better part of a decade. This includes young children in elementary school, adults in middle age trying to go back to school, and everything in between. I believe the key to effective tutoring is patience and understanding of the student's needs. Mastery of the subject matter is important, but adapting to a student's learning style is also paramount. I help with Algebra, Geometry, Calculus and everything in between!

I’m Malcolm Albert, a Division III basketball player at Connecticut College and a lifelong student of the game. Growing up in Seattle, I developed my skills competing with Seattle Select AAU before completing a postgraduate season at Kimball Union Academy, where I had the opportunity to compete against high-level talent and continue growing as both a player and a leader. As a 6’4” shooting guard, my game is built around shooting, basketball IQ, and making winning plays. I pride myself on being a reliable catch-and-shoot player, creating scoring opportunities with smart movement, and constantly working to improve every part of my game. Basketball has taught me that success comes from consistency, discipline, and attention to detail. Those same principles are what I bring into every training session. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your game to the next level, my goal is to help you build confidence, sharpen your fundamentals, and develop skills that translate directly to game situations. I’m passionate about helping players improve because I know firsthand what it takes to grow through hard work and dedication.

Hi! I'm an NCAA Division 1 swimmer at Columbia University who's been swimming for over a decade. For the past 4 years, I've worked as a summer swim coach for children ages 6-18, coaching all skill levels. I love to work with students of all abilities, though my expertise lies mostly in technical skills.

I’m a dance instructor with 29 years of experience, specializing in Lindy Hop, Balboa, Waltz, Foxtrot, Blues, Fusion, and wedding first-dance preparation. With a background as a massage therapist, I integrate principles of body mechanics and injury prevention to support longevity in dance. Beyond improving balance, reducing anxiety, and boosting brain function and memory, dancing is simply fun! Most of all, dance changes lives, and I’m excited to take you through your next steps (pun intended). Whether you are brand new to dance or experienced and want to fine-tune your body mechanics, I meet each client where they are at and provide actionable feedback.