Private Lessons & Coaches in Oakland, NJ

I'm a passionate pickleball coach with a deep understanding of the game's intricacies and a proven track record of helping players of all levels improve their skills and reach their full potential. I've been coaching for over five years, and my coaching philosophy focuses on building a strong foundation, developing strategic thinking, and fostering a love for the sport.

"My lesson with Emmy was quite informative, especially since he analyzed my faults and focused on the basics like paddle control, follow through, and stance. Still, I need to keep working on integrating these habits into my play, though. I am not happy that AI or your website just summarized my previous feedback and said I could clear it all or edit it. Well, I listed just about every individual task that Emmy helped me with and it was summarized out in his review. Don’t have the time to list it all again. Whatever. As my 5 stars stated, Emmy’s lesson was awesome for me.

From rain-soaked practices to match-day focus, I bring 20 years teaching soccer, combining tactical acumen, technical refinement, and individualized development plans. I foster confidence, teamwork, and smart play in a disciplined yet encouraging environment.

I am a Japanese guy💪, born and raised in Japan. I learned to ski from my strict!? father at first, and later started skiing with school friends and family. In 1989, I obtained my Level 2 technical ski certification from the Japanese Ski Association (SAJ). During on-season, I’m teaching at a ski resort’s ski school. I can work with you during off-season at NJ. About my past life! I came to the US as a student, and time has flown by since then. After becoming a frequent traveler for multiple jobs at one of the largest Japanese companies, I now retired and started teaching skiing for fun! I obtained my Level 1 ski instructor certification from the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA-AASI) and have already passed my Level 2 ski exam (Less than 50% of instructors pass this), with my sights set on further improving my teaching skills. Phew😮‍💨, the learning 📚never ends! In addition to skiing for over 40+ years, I have a deep background in classical music 🎵and play the piano with a degree. I was also an official docent at Carnegie Hall for 10 years. Recently, I completed a Reiki healing master class and am planning to help others with it.

"Thank you very much for your patience and especially for your attention to my child today! We all learned a lot and had so much fun!

At CAPCO Sports, we're committed to raising the standard of amateur athletics by developing skilled athletes, empowering coaches, and training & assigning quality sports officials. Whether you're striving to elevate your game, become a more impactful coach, or officiate with confidence and professionalism, our experienced team is here to help you succeed. Train. Lead. Officiate. Compete.

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I’ve been working with kids k-12 for 12 years now. I played baseball at The College of Saint Rose where I played outfield and second base. I specialize in fielding and fundamental mechanics both on the field and at the plate. Students should expect to gain an understanding of baseball within the first few lessons with me.

I’m BK I am a college tennis player and competitive tournaments player with over 5 years of coaching experience working with both juniors and adults. My goal is to help players of all levels improve their technique, confidence and understanding the game. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your tennis to the next level, I bring energy, patience and passion for teaching to every lesson. I believe tennis should be both challenging and enjoyable , and I look forward to helping you

"The lesson was intense and fun at the same time

I work with students at every level, from first-time players learning to hold a racquet correctly to competitive juniors and adults preparing for tournament play. Every lesson is built around your specific goals, whether that’s fixing a shaky serve, improving consistency, or developing a winning game plan.

I am 25 years of age with an AAS Degree in Sports MG and continuing with my BAS degree in Sports MG. I started playing pop warner football at 8 years old. I played high-school varsity in Yonkers NY for Gorton High school all 4 years and graduated in 2019. I continued to JUCO football in New Rochelle, NY at Monroe College/ University as a WR, where I graduated with my Associates of Applied Science degree in 2022. After that I was offered a scholarship to play NAIA out in Olathe,KS for MNU where I transitioned to defense and played CB/Star/Safety. As of now I have my transcripts to continue towards my BAS degree with 117 credits and 2.8 GPA. In the meantime I am in the process of becoming a certified personal trainer to better my knowledge of training myself/peers to establish my career.

"Really coachable and eager to learn more.

I have been a dedicated fitness instructor since 2012 and a pickleball coach since 2023, teaching numerous classes and helping players of all levels improve their game. With a passion for making the sport fun and accessible, I focus on building skills, confidence, and a strong sense of community on the court. As a bilingual instructor fluent in English and Spanish, I enjoy connecting with a wide range of players and creating an inclusive learning environment where everyone feels welcome.

"Honestly, I found Geraldine’s lesson quite enjoyable and actually pretty helpful. She made it super fun, loved it really. Though I think I could still use more practice on some techniques, her relaxed style kept me engaged without any pressure. If you’re looking to sharpen your pickleball skills, it might be worth giving her a try.

As a writer who has written books and screenplays and copywriting skills, I'm equipped to help almost any type of writing better convey what your story, message or argument. My focus will be to unleash your personal writing style. Together we will look at your work, critique it honestly, and then develop it into something you'll be immensely proud of. I believe that education should be fun and tailored to your interests. So I can promise we will have a good time.