Best 84 coaches for lessons near Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Norm comes to Cliff Drysdale Tennis after most recently serving as the Assistant Program Coordinator at New Rochelle Racquet Club in New York and Tennis Director at the Christmas Cove Improvement Association in South Bristol, ME. Hailing from Boston, MA, Norm brings experience in working with a wide range of students, spanning from 10-and-under to adults, as well as high-performance players. After earning a Master’s degree in Sports Management, Norm knew coaching was his passion, and he built his coaching philosophy around developing strong habits and building confidence for his students. His career began with coaching high school teams, running local summer tennis programming, and serving as the Assistant Coach for the Men's and Women's Tennis teams at Williams College and he’s thrilled to now be in California as a member of the Cliff Drysdale Tennis Team.

As a Professional Skateboarder I have learned that Surfing is the greatest form of therapy with enormous healing power. As a lifelong surfer with 35 years of experience in the ocean I have learned the benefits and the dangers of the sea. Progression, Safety and FUN are my three main priorities when teaching techniques of proper wave riding, harnessing the ocean’s movements and while enjoying the thrill of it all, Sharing my wealth of knowledge of surfing and surf culture is my duty to get you up and riding with confidence and style.

Bob has been a dedicated golf instructor at the AGA under Kip's guidance since 1995. A UCSD graduate and All-American for the UCSD Golf Team, Bob's expertise spans over decades of playing and teaching at the highest levels. He currently coaches notable players such as 2011 Women's U.S. Open Champion So Yeon Ryu, the 2012 Korean National Team, PGA Tour and Ryder Cup player Chris Riley, and NCAA champions like Ani Gulugian of UCLA. Bob's coaching portfolio extends to collegiate players from Northwestern, UOP, LMU, William & Mary, and Cal, reflecting his ability to nurture talent across all levels. As a master instructor, he specializes in the full swing, short game, and mental aspects of golf. As a player, Bob competed on the Golden State and Canadian Tours, played in the PGA Buick Invitational, and won city championships in Coronado and Costa Mesa. He remains an active competitor, representing the San Diego Chapter of the PGA as a member of the 2011 Century Club Team. A PGA member since 2002, Bob combines his passion for golf with a deep commitment to helping players achieve their full potential.

I'm not the best player but the skills involved in chess is calculation defensive and attack moves and expected opponent move using different pieces to test opponents defense and lure the opponent into opening a defensive posture and choice of attack strategy. I've played chess for 20 years and can teach many strategies for all skill levels and prepare you for challenging games .

I'm passionate about sharing my 31 years of volleyball experience to help athletes reach their full potential. My coaching style is both encouraging and challenging, pushing you to improve while fostering a genuine love for the game. Work with me, a National Champion, to elevate your skills and volleyball IQ!

As a lacrosse coach and player with over 10 years of experience, I'm passionate about guiding athletes of all levels to reach their full potential, both on and off the field. I believe in building a strong foundation of skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship that will empower you to excel in the game and in life. Specialize in Long Stick Middie development and Defensive skills. Attack and middies welcome, can teach you to beat your opponent.

"This is my first year of lacrosse and coach Jake has helped me improve my footwork to get more playing time on defense

With 35 years immersed in golf, and 18 years as a PGA professional, I tailor instruction to elevate your game, fostering improvement in a supportive environment. My experience helps unlock potential through proven techniques, and individually created lesson plans to help take you to the next level. From beginners to the one of the top 10 female long drivers in the world, I’ve worked with the all and I can help your game too!

Since 1997, I've been weaving sonic landscapes as a professional guitarist, leaving my imprint on the music scene with four albums on Spotify alongside my band, The Crimson Curtains. My musical palette spans rock, blues, jazz, pop, and Latin guitar, a testament to the diverse influences that shape my sound. Beyond the strings, I hold a master's degree in Education, intertwining my passion for music with a commitment to nurturing the next generation of musicians. Join me on this melodic journey, where the mastery of frets meets the art of education, creating harmonies that resonate across genres and generations.

"Daniel is a really fun and funny teacher. He is so easy to get along with and makes guitar learning easy. He really increases your confidence by sharing very helpful tips that let you achieve results very quickly. Seeing quick results really boosts your confidence and makes you even more excited and passionate about playing guitar.

Tim's career includes fifteen years of private and classroom teaching experience in his private studio, as well as The Ohio State University, The Columbus Music Center, Lang Music, and Coyle Music. He brings to bear practical, real-world experience as a professional musician, as well as a diverse set of approaches and ideas from his formal education at Berklee College of Music, Musicians Institute, The Ohio State University, and San Diego State University. Tim is a uniquely valuable resource in the areas of college audition preparation, technique, improvisation, and academics, as well as Jazz, Rock, and Blues styles. Proficient in those, and versed in a wide variety of other musical styles, he welcomes students at all levels.

""It is a rare joy to work with talent in which there is a matching level of outstanding humility... I have seized every opportunity to collaborate with him on creative endeavors and continually seek to hire him as a performer..."

I bring over 20 years of guitar mastery and 7+ years of sharing my musical expertise as a dedicated teacher. My musical journey has been guided by an innate gift—an ear for music that I consider a blessing from above. I've graced the main stage at House of Blues San Diego in 2015 with a band and serenaded audiences solo in local bars and restaurants throughout San Diego. Learning an instrument should be a delightful journey, not a chore, and I'm here to ensure that your musical experience is nothing short of pure enjoyment. As a self-taught musician, I understand the importance of learning by ear, and I've developed effective teaching methods to share this invaluable skill with you. Let's make music together, turning every lesson into a joyful exploration of the guitar's boundless possibilities. Join me, and let the strings be your guide to musical bliss!

"Laid back rule of attitude towards teaching makes it fun and understandable has a passion for teaching and learning music