Best 64 coaches for lessons near Brookhaven, GA
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I’ve been passionate about tennis for over 20 years, thanks to my father who introduced me to the game at a young age. I earned my coaching certification from The Professional Tennis Registry in 2021 and have since coached for Nike Tennis Camps, Smoke Rise Country Club, and offered private lessons. As a former Division II college player, I also volunteered at an afterschool program, where I had the chance to teach kids tennis alongside a local coach. This experience, along with four years of coaching at Reading & Requests, taught me the value of listening to students and using positive reinforcement to foster rapid improvement. In my lessons, I focus on mastering the six basic strokes, keeping score, proper hand placement, and understanding the rules of the game. My classes are designed to be dynamic, fun, and structured for maximum skill development.
"Great time as always!
LaToya
I've been playing pickleball for almost 5 years and currently coach and captain an A3 level ALTA team, which I originally started at B7. I also help coach our Alta B1 team. As a player I have a 4.0+ DUPR rating and enjoy giving weekly lessons to beginners along and intermediate students. My passion for both playing and teaching pickleball drives me to share this amazing sport with others! I am also a PPR professionally certified instructor.
"Veso is great. Thought he did a good job of balancing instruction with just letting me work through the reps without doing it perfectly
Veso
From the courts of middle school to the state's competitive stages, my tennis journey began at 13 and has been a thrilling ride since. My dedication led to being named MVP in my junior and senior years, while also embracing USTA tournaments and intense matches against fellow Texas high schools. Standing strong at a 4.0 level, I'm passionate about sharing my tennis insights with you, whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out. Let's elevate your game together!
"The lesson with Eric was quite helpful. He was patient and really took the time to help me improve my skills. Though I still have some work, I feel more confident on the court now. I’d say, give him a try if you're looking for someone who genuinely wants to see you progress.
Eric
With a year of experience teaching golf to kids and beginners, I am a passionate and certified golf coach through First Tee Metro Atlanta. My approach focuses on building fundamental skills and fostering a love for the game in a supportive environment. I look forward to helping you or your child improve their game and enjoy the wonderful sport of golf.
"Great guy! Definitely knows the fundamentals!! I appreciate it! I was a super beginner. He knows all the visual and audio cues to help you.
Dylan
With an extraordinary tennis journey, Erik rose to prominence as a top-ranked junior player, both nationally and internationally. My collegiate career with NC State and Morehouse College saw me achieve an unprecedented feat, marking an undefeated season and defeating the #1 player on the nation's top-ranked team. His talents extended to the ATP World Tour, where he secured world rankings in both singles and doubles, despite an abbreviated tour stint due to sponsorship challenges. Afterwards he transitioned to work alongside distinguished players in the WTA/ATP tours, including Heidi El Tabakh, Edina Gallovits, Donald Young, and more. My coaching prowess also shone as he trained junior world champions, including notable names like Emma Kurtz and Dillon Pottish. Currently, Erik is dedicated to running a junior program aimed at preparing young talents for college tennis and beyond. In addition, he's building a comprehensive tennis academy featuring six courts, a swimming pool, and dormitory facilities, where the future of tennis can be nurtured and inspired.
"Erik is a great pro. Highly recommend him. Thank you !
Erik
I’ve been playing sports like soccer and tennis since I was very young had a career as a professional soccer player and always kept playing tennis. Both sport requires good footwork and preparation and then I would love to share my knowledge with new and experienced tennis players. I coached tennis in Israel, Australia, and in the US (Florida and Atlanta at the athletic club northeast)
"I’ve been working with Eyal for several years. He’s a great coach and really help me get my game to the next level. He is very patient and motivating
Eyal
Former DI pitcher for the University of Georgia and standout at North Greenville, bringing years of elite-level experience to every session. With a lifelong passion for the game and a deep understanding of both mechanics and mindset, he specializes in developing confident, well-rounded players. Currently training for a shot with the Savannah Bananas, Christian’s energy, creativity, and modern approach make learning the game as fun as it is effective.
"Messages from his father “Hey, Ethan has been asking me every day to go out with you. Let me know about your availability today or tomorrow. Thanks.” “Hey if you are not doing anything today, Ethan asked me to see if you were available sometime today. If not tomorrow afternoon or Monday works as well” “
Christian
Early on basketball was something I loved when I found out that You have to dribble the ball and score It. Then I was introduced to Allen Iverson and Kobe Bryant and my love for the game of basketball took off to another level when that’s all I wanted to do! I played middle school and high school for my school team as well as AAU during the summer time while attending school workouts. Entering my junior year I make the team but the doctor needs a physical so at that point I find out I have scoliosis and cannot play competitively how I’d liked to without pain in my back. So I dive into the analytics and processing the breakdown of the game for years until I moved to Atlanta. I’ve been coaching for the Atlanta Strikers for 3 years coaching from ages 11-17. We have traveled out of state to compete in tournaments. Won nationals in Tennessee for 7th grade, won nationals in Virginia Beach for 8th grade, and competed in circuit-level play for 9th grade and varsity. My love for teaching the game the right way runs deep because I idolized Hall of Fame players growing up and want the game to continue to impact lives the way It did mine.
Isaiah
I'm an athletic guy who learned the game of pickleball rapidly from putting in the hard work. I spent hours in a day learning from multiple instructors at various levels and locations. The game has become a fun addiction as well as a new workout regime. Pickleball[er] for life!
"We are beginners so we started with the basics. Dinks, forehand, backhand, overhead, and serving. DeJuan was very patient and had a great attitude
DeJuan
With 25 years of golfing experience, I am from the hometown Augusta Ga home of the Masters. I proudly won the CSRA Regional Championship in 2001 and earned a golf scholarship to the University of West Georgia. My deep-rooted passion for the game, coupled with my competitive background, drives me to help others excel on the course. Whether you’re aiming to refine your skills or improve your game, I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
"Honestly, trying golf on the course for the first time was quite a different experience, but Chris made it manageable. The lesson definitely highlighted what I need to work on, especially driver control, though I still find myself a bit inconsistent with my long shots. Still, it's encouraging to see progress on the course itself, and I think a few more focused practice on the driving range could really help tighten up my game. Overall, Chris's approach feels solid and practical. I might just need some more time to get everything fully together. Wouldn't mind seeing how my game evolves with a few more lessons like this.
Chris
High-level, tennis and Pickleball professional with over a decade of teaching and playing experience. Currently serving ladies doubles teams, performance level juniors, and beginners.
"Really nice and good at teaching through doing as opposed to focusing on theory.
Jerome
At the age of 17, Greg was already working at a local course doing maintenance, carts, helping in the golf shop and learning the golf business. Working in the pro shop gave Greg the opportunity to interact with members and develop relationships that continue to this day. There is where Greg fell in love with the game and his passion has only grown stronger through his career. Desiring to become golf professional, Greg enrolled in the Golf Academy of the Carolinas. While there Greg developed a particular focus on methods of teaching and the three phases of learning. He came to understand that everyone was unique and learned the game in different ways. With this new-found awareness, Greg knew he wanted to make Golf and coaching part of his career. Once graduated from the Golf Academy, Greg’s journey took him to Callaway Gardens. There Greg was able to test what he had learned, keep what produced the best results, develop and refine his way of communication and teaching style. It was at Callaway where Greg developed a keen understanding of how to diagnose and correct ball flight to a player’s preference. After Callaway Greg moved on to Highland Country Club in Lagrange, Georgia. There he worked as an Assistant Golf Professional while entering the PGA golf management program which provides world-class training based on “The People, The Business, and The Game”. Today, Greg is a professional instructor based at Northcrest Driving Range in Atlanta, Georgia.
"Great insights, communication, and instruction. Immediate improvements! Greg also makes great use of mobile technology on swing analysis. Most importantly, he’s a genuinely good guy.