Private Lessons & Coaches in Sun City West, AZ

My name is Michael, but you can call me Repp, like hundreds of students do every day! I currently teach in Central Phoenix, where I've been teaching ELA for more than a decade after achieving my Master's Degree in Secondary Education from ASU. Prior to that, writing was my career! I received an undergraduate degree in Journalism from ASU, and used it to write in consumer tech for several years. My primary focus has been middle school, but I'm excited to help learners of all ages!

I cultivate curiosity through structured reading and writing instruction, balancing rigorous skill-building with a lighthearted, student-centered approach. With several years of teaching, I specialize in literacy strategies, tailored feedback, and fostering confident communicators.

Manchester City Youth Soccer Academy Coach (Ages 5-12) - 2 years Club Youth Soccer Coach - 4 years Lifetime soccer player - Youth, Highschool, NJCAA, CASA League U.S Soccer Federation Grade 8 Referee - 6 years

current Defensive back coach and strength and conditioning coach at Camelbsck highschool, Strength speed and precision on the gridiron. I channel years of football experience to help students unlock their full potential, mastering skills and strategy. Expect dedication and tailored guidance every step of the way.

With my football journey coming to a sudden end because of an injury i have taken that time to learn the game of football better and teach players ways to improve or beginners where to start

"Coach Smith trained me like I was already in college every drill every rep it all had a reason he didn’t do a drill for looks I walked in raw but I left better because of him

I’m a desert kid and grew up in Glendale Arizona. I attended Apollo High School where I competed in track and field, basketball, and of course football. After graduating with honors at Apollo. I went to play D1 football at The University of Hawaii at Manoa and started 62 of 64 games of my career. Played 5 years of college football while pursuing my bachelor’s degree in Business Management. Graduated with my BBA in business management before heading of to the pros. Played with the 49ers, Arizona Cardinals, Carolina Panthers, and Seattle Seahawks. I’m an offensive lineman myself and want to teach every lineman how to play at an elite level while having fun. I was a un-drafted free agent to the 49ers. Played with the Arizona Cardinals, Carolina Panthers, and Seattle Seahawks. With over a decade dedicated to football, I refine athletes' skills and ignite their passion for the game. My coaching focuses on personalized development, sharpening both technique and strategic thinking. Let's elevate your game to new heights, set goals, and become a pro!

"Worked with him during the offseason and pushed my position agility drills to the next level.

I played collegiate baseball at Francis Marion University (1 year), Prince George’s Community College (2 years), and St. Thomas University (1 year), gaining experience across multiple levels of college baseball. After my playing career, I transitioned into coaching and player development. I have coached with Thunderbirds Baseball Academy and Diamond Sports Academy and completed a pitching internship at Miami Christian High School, where I assisted with pitcher development, bullpen work, arm care routines, and game preparation. My goal as a pitching coach is to develop durable, efficient pitchers by improving mechanics, command, and pitch design while prioritizing long-term arm health. I focus on building consistency, confidence, and preparing pitchers to compete at the next level.

"Coach Carlos is an outstanding pitching coach who truly makes a difference for his players, and especially for me. He has gotten me to understand my mechanics.

I am a competitive chess player and chess instructor with high performance tournament experience since 2022. That same year, I reached my first national final in Guatemala. in 2023, 2024 and 2025 I reached the national semifinals in the U14 and U16 categories. In 2025, I became the departmental chess champion of Sacatepequez, Guatemala making me the top player in my department. My coaching focuses on theory, practice, passion and helping students students reach their full potential.

I'm a lifelong competitive swimmer with over 17 years in the sport, including time on the US National Jr. Team, Olympic Trials Qualified in four events, and a world ranked athlete. After competing at the highest levels, I transitioned into coaching, where I have spent over a decade of teaching all ages and skill levels. I have a genuine passion for the sport and enjoy helping others to reach their goals, whether it be learning to swim for the first time, or to become an Olympic gold medalist.

"I consider myself an expert swimmer. I competed in many triathlons and wanted to improve on my swimming to lower my times. I hired Brian for 10 lessons and when I did my next triathlon I dropped over 1 min off my time! He knows what he is doing and is a great guy. 10 out of 10!