Private Lessons & Coaches in Stamford, CT

I'm a basketball coach with a decade of experience igniting passion and developing skills in players of all levels. My coaching style blends technical expertise with a fun, encouraging approach, fostering a love for the game while driving results. Let's hit the court and unlock your full potential!

My experience with Putnam Valley’s Basketball program and DreamHack Sports Games has provided me with a strong foundation in coaching, organizing, and mentoring. I developed superior communication skills at DreamHack in Copenhagen, Denmark, having worked with a diverse international organization. This opportunity allowed me to teach people from different backgrounds and bring them together for a common goal. As a coach for Putnam Valley, I consistently build my players' skills and enthusiasm during practice sessions and games. Not only do I want my team to become better players, but I also want to assist them in becoming well-rounded individuals. My experiences have instilled in me the importance of promoting student leadership and the development of exemplary student-athletes who strive for competitive excellence, academic achievement, and a commitment to service. I am also a certified personal trainer through NASM and certified in CPR/AED. I would be open to assisting the athletes in the gym and the kitchen as I studied sports nutrition through a minor in food studies.

I'm a senior playing as a Division One lacrosse goalie, and I’ve dedicated my college years to honing my skills and leading my team from the net. The intensity of D1 competition has pushed me to improve not only my game but also my leadership abilities. I’m passionate about the sport and committed to giving my all both on and off the field as I prepare for my next chapter after graduation.

I am a PGA specialized professional in Teaching & Coaching and board certified sport psychology consultant. I have been a PGA of America member since 2011 and teaching for close to 10 years. I have worked at many upscale clubs in the Met section at such roles as shop assistant, assistant and teaching professional. I have played in local PGA sanctioned events and am working to be certified as Golf fitness trainer by National Academy of Sport Medicine. I have the ultimate goal within a couple years of achieving the status of Master PGA golf professional in Teaching & Coaching. I also have developed a benchmark for sport psychology based on Individual Zone of Optimal Functioning for a golfer to obtain their ideal zone

"Very good at analyzing specific things to work in while keeping it simple.

Dancing for 20 years in ballet and 3 years in contemporary, modern, and improv, I bring a wealth of experience and a passion for movement to every class. Let's dance!

With 35 years on the court, I bring a wealth of experience to developing well-rounded basketball players. I'm dedicated to fostering skill, strategy, and a lifelong love for the game in each of my students.

With a passion for pickleball and a commitment to player development, I bring fresh enthusiasm and a year of coaching experience to the court. My deep understanding of the game, honed through experience as an experienced player, allows me to tailor instruction to individual needs, fostering skill enhancement in a fun environment.

"Explains the game well👍

Jack is a highly accomplished track and field athlete, excelling at the Division 1 level. He is an Ivy League Champion, a School Record Holder in the weight throw, and has qualified for the NCAA Preliminary Rounds four times. Jack’s dedication and achievements set him apart as a standout in his sport.

I’ve played soccer for a young age of 5 until high school, that’s when football became a love of mine from high school through College, basketball as a youth for 2-3 years, & I’ve been heavily involved in boxing for the last 5 going on 6 years. Since finding my desire to help others improve I would host workouts for football players in my free time at my local field working with all different experience levels. During the summer of 2017 I volunteered as a youth football coach for the Bridgeport Chargers for the age group 9-12 putting kids through drills, full workouts, teaching them how to improve at their skills positions which lead me into the field of peak performance training. Having trained a few kids & pre-teens in boxing giving them specific easy to grasp directions to build the confidence that it take to learn the skill of self defense. My goal has been to making exercise, sports, & learning simultaneously fun.

"He has a great ability to keep me accountable, and to push me within my upper limits a long for me to mentallly push myself

I've been immersed in the world of salsa for 6 years, encompassing both teaching and performing. This dance brings immense joy to my life, and I'm passionate about sharing that joy with others through the rhythm and moves of salsa!