Private Lessons & Coaches in San Clemente, CA

With two decades dedicated to basketball, I cultivate player potential through strategic skill development and personalized training. My passion is fostering a love for the game while building confident, capable athletes. Let's elevate your game!

4 years Experience | Newport Beach | Train • Compete • Create I’m currently a 4.8 DUPR pickleball player and former All-American college baseball player based in Newport Beach. I bring a competitive athlete’s eye to coaching, helping players improve footwork, shot selection, mechanics, strategy, and confidence. Whether you’re brand new or trying to level up your tournament game, I like to keep lessons concise, focused, and fun, with real feedback you can use immediately on the court. Ball -machine optional

"“Justin is by far the best pickleball instructor I’ve worked with. As a beginner, I appreciated how proactive he was instead of just feeding balls and moving on. He constantly gave helpful feedback, explained the purpose behind each drill, and made sure I understood what I was working on. I learned more in one lesson than I had with other instructors. If you’re serious about improving, Justin is the coach you want.”

Hello, my name is Stephen! I’m an Orange County local pickleball coach with a passion for teaching everyone of all ages and skill level. I enjoy coaching the fundamentals, with an emphasis on effective dinking, third shot drops and transitioning to the kitchen. I am a current 5.0 level pickleball player with a 24-2 record. I have helped develop players of all skill levels & age ranges and I bring a positive spirit that makes pickleball fun!

With four decades dedicated to basketball, I offer students more than just skills; I instill a lifelong love for the game. My coaching approach blends proven techniques with personalized strategies, tailored to each player's unique potential and goals. From shooting to ball handing, passing, mentality, strength, explosiveness, and perseverance. Let's elevate your game!

Hi! My name is Samuel, I’m from Brazil and a former competitive volleyball libero through the U21 Club level and Collegiate level. I trained with high-level programs including the São Paulo State Team and Brazilian National Team environments. I specialize in passing and platform technique, focusing on ball control, consistency, and confidence. I also help players build a strong mindset, discipline, and love for the game in a positive learning environment.

My name is Elliot Ruoo, and I am a former NCAA Division I soccer player at Liberty University and also have played professionally in England and Spain in the second and third division. I am currently a coach at LAFC academy and also have experience running camps in Spain. With several years of coaching experience and a USSF B Coaching license, I provide personalized training designed to improve technical skills, tactical awareness, and confidence for players of all levels. Every session is tailored to each athlete’s goals, creating a challenging and supportive environment that promotes measurable improvement and a lasting passion for the game.

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I’ve been playing soccer my whole life at some of the highest youth levels, including MLS NEXT, ECNL, and varsity soccer at Mater Dei High School. I’ve also been coaching for about a year now and really enjoy helping players improve the areas they need most, while also developing skills specific to their position. My goal is to help players grow their confidence, technique, and understanding of the game. Feel free to shoot me a text to see if I’d be the right fit for you.

"Bree Tran was an amazing young athlete to coach and always brought great energy and effort to every session. As the younger sister of Haley Tran, she loved following in her older sister’s footsteps and was always excited to learn and improve. Throughout training, Bree made huge progress with the basics of soccer, including footwork, ball control, passing, and confidence on the field. She was always positive, hardworking, and fun to coach, and it was great seeing her skills grow more every session.

Experience in the classroom setting. Experience coaching soccer of all ages; toddlers, children, youth (high school) and men/women (UPSL). Emphasis on player development/team building. Play out from the back. Attack weak side. Keep possession on the attacking half. Ball movement. Technical/agility/position focused trainings.

"Dynamic/static warm up, fitness (change or direction and agility), ball mastery drills (v pulls, toe taps, etc) to technical ball work (passing: 1 touch/2 touch), position focused drills (#9: sideways on turning and half turns) and shooting to small goal by implementing sideways on/half turns

Basketball coach focused on skill development, game IQ, and confidence. I help players master fundamentals, improve decision-making, and compete at a higher level through structured, high-energy training.

"I started with very little experience, and Coach made everything easy to understand. Sessions were supportive, organized, and effective. I’ve improved faster than I expected.

I blend disciplined training with an engaging, approachable style to empower clients to move better and feel stronger. With several years of experience, I specialize in strength and conditioning, sports performance, and mobility training. Whether you want to level up your athletic performance or build sustainable, healthy habits, my programs are tailored entirely to your body. In our first session, we'll map out your goals and run through a baseline movement check to build your perfect roadmap.

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ian was my first personal trainer, and I couldn’t have asked for a better coach. I was preparing for a trip to Hawaii, and in just four weeks he helped me get into the best shape of my life. Every workout was different, challenging, and engaging, so I never got bored. Ian always believed in me and pushed me to reach my goals while making sure I felt supported every step of the way. He also has an incredible sense of humor, making even the toughest workouts enjoyable. The habits and confidence I gained from training with Ian have stayed with me for years. If you’re looking for a trainer who delivers results, keeps you motivated, and makes fitness fun, I highly recommend him.