Private Lessons & Coaches in East Meadow, NY

Coach Lu is a basketball trainer passionate about developing players from the ground up, with a focus on building strong fundamentals that translate into real game performance. With over a decade of playing experience, including starting at point guard as a varsity freshman and the versatility to play all five positions on the floor, Coach Lu transitioned into coaching with a belief that every player—regardless of starting skill level—can improve dramatically with the right instruction, repetition, and mindset. Coach Lu's training philosophy centers on three pillars: fundamentals first, individualized development, and building confidence alongside skill. Sessions blend proven skill-building progressions—ball-handling, shooting mechanics, footwork, and basketball IQ—with situational drills that prepare players for real game speed and decision-making. Currently working with players ranging from beginners to competitive youth athletes, Coach Lu emphasizes patience and clear communication, breaking down complex movements into simple, repeatable steps. Known for creating a positive, high-energy training environment, he believes that a player's love for the game is just as important as their technical growth. His own background as a starting point guard who could play any position gives him a unique feel for how each role sees the game, which shows up in how he teaches spacing, decision-making, and versatility to his students. Coach Lu is continuing to expand his coaching education through [certifications, mentorships, camps, or clinics] and is committed to growing alongside every athlete he trains.

Ryan Walters is a yoga instructor, performing artist and curator from Miami, Florida with a specialized focus in audio/visual arts and movement practices. For 10 years spent living in New York City, dedication as a student of variegated disciplines came to materialize as he began instructing and performing at institutions and events such as Dubspot, Ridgewood Yoga Studio and Ultra Music Festival. Shifting focus between performing arts and healing modalities, employing skills as an instructor of yoga styles including pre-natal and postpartum, endeavoring to curate an international label as well as record, produce, ghost-write and engineer for a myriad of artists, Ryan has advanced with a well-rounded perspective and teaching ability.

"Since taking classes with Ryan, I have gone from being completely unable to lift my arm without having severe debilitating pain, to entirely regaining my mobility and no longer needing to go to physical therapy. I highly recommend Ryan as an instructor and guide for various healing modalities.

Rutgers Youth Safety Certified with 3+ years dedicated to shaping little league baseball talent, I foster a positive and fun learning environment. I am dedicated to ensuring every young athlete learns the love of the game and also grows technically. My approach blends proven methods with personalized coaching for impactful results.