Private Lessons & Coaches in North Salem, NY

I have been playing tennis for the last 20 years. I played in Highschool and in College while coaching for 7 years during that time as well. Since graduating, I have continued to play the sport I love, and now want to help shape the next generation.

With two decades immersed in the world of tennis, including a professional playing career, I offer students a unique blend of experience and strategic insight. I am dedicated to fostering a love for the game and helping players of all levels reach their 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 firm believer that everyone can master the court with the right guidance. My 20 years of experience, including my time as a D1 athlete, have equipped me with the knowledge and enthusiasm to help you reach your full potential. Let's work together to elevate your game!

Enthusiastic tennis coach with a strong dedication to fostering athletic development and a passion for the game. Committed to promoting sportsmanship and positive learning environment, with deep knowledge of tennis techniques acquired while playing at junior and college tennis level. My goal is to help not only young tennis enthusiast but diverse age groups the nuance of this beautiful game.

Honing your tennis skills is my passion. As a former D1 athlete with 20 years of coaching experience, I provide personalized guidance tailored to your goals. Let's elevate your game together with focused training and a fun, supportive environment.

Over 20 years of experience training, studying, and teaching in combat sports. I am a certified personal trainer specializing in strength and conditioning for boxing. I can am your guide to master the basics, achieve Elite performance, or become that 1% better to set you apart from the best of the best.

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 was patient and helpful with a beginning student, and we look forward to working with him more in the future.

My passion for tennis extends beyond the court, into the joy of nurturing talent and witnessing growth. As a former college player with two decades of playing experience, I'm dedicated to helping players of all levels reach their full potential in a fun, engaging environment. Let's unlock your inner champion together!

I come from a soccer background. Watching my father coach and play and my brother play up until it was my turn to start my journey when teams were available. My father has won multiple state cup championships and is currently a scout and trainer for the New York Redbulls as well as coaching two teams at Trumbull United. I played for him for 5 years, from the age of 6-11, playing 3 years up and winning two state cups with that team. I then transitioned to beachside for two years. From there i played at south central academy. I was the 2nd person in the history of Trumbull high to make varsity as a freshman and went on to be the leading goal scorer in the fciac as a freshman. I left Trumbull high and went to south kent boarding school where i would go on to win two national championships and multiple regional nepsac championships under the legendary coach Owen Finberg. After that, i went on to play college soccer. I am currently still in college and playing at the upsl level as well as usl2. I had ankle surgery over the fall, so i will not be playing this school year. I have more than enough time to give my all to coaching and developing the next generation. Soccer is my passion and in my blood. Being a current player at a high level and playing amongst the top in the country has given me knowledge of the game that you cannot simply learn by watching videos or reading a textbook. I have a lot to offer having played striker, cdm, left back, wingback, my entire career.

"Helped me get ready for my college pre season. Wouldn’t have been able to get through it without him!