Private Lessons & Coaches in Skokie, IL

Hi everyone! My name is Seth Platt and I have been coaching youth baseball for 6 seasons now. I played baseball through high school as well as summer team currently. My specialities are infield work and hitting as well as the fundamentals of the game.

I have 7 years of basketball coaching experience, with a range of coaching teams, clinics, and individual sessions. I cater my sessions due to the athlete's goals and expectations. I focus on the mastering the fundamentals, a disciplined approach, and supporting both skill and mental development. I make the learning experience fun and supportive!

Championship winning basketball player and coach . Avid chess player .

Are you ready to transform your body, sharpen your skills, and achieve your fitness goals? As a dedicated private Boxing & Strength trainer, I provide personalized one-on-one training designed to meet your unique needs. My approach focuses on improving your strength, speed, endurance, and confidence through tailored Boxing and or Strength workouts. Train at your own pace and schedule. Whether your goal is fitness, self-defense, or preparing for competition, I'll work with you to create a plan that delivers results. Let’s take your training to the next level!

"Coach Tashona and I have been working together for a while now and I’ve learned a tremendous amount from her coaching. My footwork, defense and overall IQ has leveled up in the most amazing way. I’m so excited to see where I am in the next few months.

With over 25 years of music experience that started with piano lessons at age six and vocal lessons at age eight, I am here to teach you everything that I have learned, know, and more. Our lessons will take place in person or over video call. Please have a 64 or 88 keyed keyboard ready to start. We will start with the basics, depending on if we focus on voice or piano: breath control, breath work, vocal technique, fingering, hand placement, reading notes, writing notes, and more.

My deep background in tennis and racket sports gives me a technical edge most pickleball coaches simply don’t have. I understand spin, footwork, and court geometry at a level that translates directly. Add I entrepreneurial drive and hands-on coaching ambition, and I bring both the skill set and the passion to genuinely develop players.

"I’ve been competing at the 4.5 level for two years and hit a wall. My coach completely rebuilt my reset mechanics, tightened my erne execution, and gave me a clear game plan for tournament play. Within two months I won my first gold medal at a regional event. This coaching is the real deal.

Racket sports expertise transfers seamlessly to padel’s unique blend of tennis technique and wall play, giving me an instant coaching foundation most instructors lack. On top of that, I’m actively building a padel club in Algeria from the ground up, that level of investment in the sport signals real passion and vision that players and investors alike will trust.

"I play in a regional padel league and needed serious tactical upgrades. My coach analyzed my pair dynamics, fixed my tendency to over-smash from the back, and drilled transition patterns until they became second nature. Our team jumped two divisions this season. Coaching at its absolute finest.

Hello! My name is Vlada, and I hold a B.S. in Computer Science from Purdue University with concentrations in Machine Learning and Algorithmic Foundations. I am currently pursuing an M.S. in Computer Science at Georgia Tech, specializing in Machine Learning. As a Teaching Assistant and Head TA, I supported over 350 students through tutoring, office hours, exam preparation, and lectures. I am passionate about helping students build confidence and strong problem-solving skills.

Applied Mathematics Ph.D. and experienced math/statistics tutor with teaching support across 13 college-level courses. Recognized as an Outstanding Online TA, I specialize in making statistics, algebra, regression, and quantitative concepts clear, practical, and confidence-building for students.

I have a B. A in Psychology, I am a Certified Recovery Support Specialist, Youth & Adult Mental Health Aider, CPR/First Aid. I have been a tutor for 3 years, specifically in topics of Elementary Reading and Math from Pre-K-5th grade, but I can assist with other subjects provided the focus area the assistance is needed. I have also been an after school instructor for cooking and steam classes. I enjoy helping children gain confidence in knowledge to progress in academics and life journey.