Private Lessons & Coaches in Clifton, NJ

Teaching tennis is not just my profession; it's my passion in life. Whether you are new to the sport or looking to sharpen your skills, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. My specialty lies in working with beginners, intermediates and children, where I focus on building a solid foundation and fostering a genuine enjoyment for tennis. Having coached my own sons to success in varsity singles, I currently instruct 30 kids aged 5 to 12, emphasizing patience and fun in every lesson. Let's hit the court and discover the joy of tennis together!

"Tracy was great. Learned my level of play quickly and adjusted the lesson to accommodate my skill, or lack thereof! Sparked an interest in tennis for me, that I’m hoping to explore in the near future. Thank you!

For over a decade, I've been sharing my passion for ping pong. Now I'm using that experience in helping players of all levels discover the joy of this fast-growing sport of pickleball. My focus is on building a strong foundation, developing strategic skills, and fostering a love of the game in each of my students.

"Lesson was fantastic, Martin’s explanations were concise, easy to learn and repeatable.

I'm Seiya, a varsity tennis player at NYU with over a decade of competitive experience. Growing up in Hawaii, I won 4 state championships and won National High School All American Championships before joining the NYU Men's Tennis Team where I currently compete. I am also currently a summer coach for the junior programs at ROOSEVELT ISLAND RACQUET CLUB, where I work with young players of all levels. I am also able to coach any age and will tailor every lesson to your goals.

Tennis has been my passion all my life.My dedication to tennis extends beyond the court, with 28 years of tennis coaching experience and a professional athletic background, I offer personalized coaching to elevate your game, focusing on skill development and strategic thinking. Let's work together to unlock your full potential on the court!. I have played in ITF's and trained a player reaching US Open juniors. Trained lots of players reaching the top in USTA Eastern section consistently over the years. Extremely good with Technical development, game based approach to help players learn the art of playing the points. Been a coach at Columbia University Tennis center for over 15+ years. Been a Varsity Head coach for both boys and girls tennis teams in an Ivy league preparatory school (Fieldston High School)in Manhattan,NYC. Worked across various clubs and academies in and around NYC for over 15+ years.

I teach tennis lessons to anyone and everyone. Never touched a racket? No problem! Do you want to go up a level, make the high school team, or be able to play with friends? Kids, high schoolers, adults, couples, and groups. I love tennis! USPTA level 2 Certified, Tennis Serve Specialist. Worked with Rick Macci (coach of 5 world #1 ones including Williams sisters and Andy Roddick), Jose Higuras (head of U.S. high performance program), Jeff Salzsentein (former top 100 player), Hans Podlipnik (Wimbledon QFist), and many others. Head high school coach for 11 years, active tournament player, patient teacher. Passionate about helping underserved kids throughout Seattle learn tennis and have organized and connected with many initiatives to do so. My goal is to help you achieve your goals whether that be improving technique or beginning to learn to play. To that extent, I am fairly flexible in my approach. For beginners, I focus on technique, proper grips, and generating topspin. To do this, I focus on hand feeding a lot of balls early on to develop proper technique and to train the muscle memory. Specifically, I teach a semi-western forehand, two-handed backhand, volley fundamentals, split stepping, proper footwork and serve mechanics. I also work with students who have one-handed backhands. I am a big believer in putting in a lot of time on the serve. For more experienced players, I will work with you to either identify areas for improvement or to work on areas you’ve identified you would like to improve.

"Irvin is mellow, patient, and encouraging. He has been great with my 9 year old son who is a beginner. Good communication and easy to schedule lessons.

With over 30 years of professional music experience, I'm here to help you unlock your musical potential. I specialize in helping my adult students improve, regardless of their skill level. I take a patient approach and customize each lesson plan to the individual student. Let's improve your piano skills and have fun doing it! Note: I prefer to not teach kids at this time.

"Have learned a lot ! Started learning my favorite song too. He takes things slower if needed and let’s you decide the pace of the course. I feel like I have gained so much on just 5 classes

With 15 years of playing tennis, I blend technical precision and tactical insight to help players advance. I have been teaching tennis for several years, focusing on stroke mechanics, match strategy, and confident, engaging player development. As a coach, my approach is friendly, technical and player focused. My goal is not only help players to improve there technique but also to develop there confidence, decision-making, consistency and game awareness.

"Excellent coach! Helped me improve my technique, footwork, consistency, and point strategy. Friendly, knowledgeable, and always focused on making each lesson productive. Highly recommended!

Hi, I’m Mahmoud, an Olympic boxer and African Champion with years of experience in training and competition. Boxing has been my life, and through it I’ve built strong knowledge in fitness and nutrition. I’ve trained in different countries and worked with all levels. I focus on real results—weight loss, strength, and proper boxing skills. My goal is simple: help you get stronger, better, and more confident every session.

"Mahmoud creates a safe and motivating environment. I had no boxing experience before, but he made it easy to learn and build confidence.

Ethan, a born-and-raised New Yorker with a deep passion for tennis, is all about making the game accessible and enjoyable for everyone. With years of training under his belt, he's got a ton of tricks, mini games, and drills up his sleeve to help you improve your game. Whether you're picking up a racket for the first time or looking to level up your intermediate skills, Ethan's here to share his knowledge and guide you every step of the way. I have access to all equipment!

"Amazing coach! So supportive and helpful.

Guided by a love of tactical play and community, I bring precise instruction and patient coaching to every lesson. I have taught pickleball for over a year, helping players of all levels refine technique, strategy, and on-court confidence. I played tournaments and Durp rating games. I'm IPTPA pickleball certified Level 1 coach. If you want to level up or just learning on how to play, you've chose the right person. It's my pleasure to help you and guide you. Other locations of teaching welcome.

"I’m impressed on your skill level. You started out uncontrollable to controlled in almost every shot. Patience is the key. Great job!