Private Lessons & Coaches in Forest Lake, MN

Competing in tournaments for years. 4.5 DUPR score. Experienced Pickleball coach to students across Minnesota. Let's Get Pickling!

"Great lesson! Personable, knowledgable and we learned a ton.

With over 16 years of baseball instruction, I foster player growth through personalized coaching. I blend fundamental skill-building with strategic insights for success. My passion is developing well-rounded athletes who love the game. I am also wanting to give back to the community and the younger generation of athletes to make sure they can get a head start and get the love of the sport just like I did.

I strive to work with kids of all ages and all goals! Whether you simply want to get better at a sport you play for fun or you are aspiring to take your skills to the next level, I cater to provide the results you desire. As a current college athlete, I understand the game at a different level from countless years of training and experience. I have also coached competitive girls AAU and seen my own athletes have fun playing the game and achieve their dreams!

With a lifelong love for tennis, I’m dedicated to helping you elevate your game. My approach blends strategic thinking with tailored drills, fostering skill development and a genuine passion for the sport. I’ve been playing competitive tennis for 6 years, at my high school varsity tennis team! So whether you want to learn and fester you’re technique or just want a hitting partner to run practice matches, let’s unlock your full potential on the courts

Head Football Coach at Bemidji High School 2003-2006. Defensive Coordinator Shakopee High School 2006- 2011 Outside Linebacker Coach Macalester College 2012- 2014 Defensive Coordinator Burnsville High School 2016- 2024 Inside Linebacker Coach and Special Teams Coordinator Shakopee High School 2024 -2025

I am a dedicated racquet sports enthusiast, with a special passion for pickleball. As a PPR certified coach and participant in PPA tournaments, I bring both expertise and competitive experience to the court. Every Sunday, I compete in mini tournaments with a prominent pickleball group in the Twin Cities, achieving multiple victories. With a commitment to teaching players of all skill levels, I aim to share my love for the game and foster growth in the pickleball community.

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I hold an ACSM-CPT and a degree in exercise science, backed by D1 soccer and a year competing in Spain. After tearing my ACL twice, I earned a D1 offer post-injury and kept playing through recovery, giving me firsthand insight into injury prevention, return-to-play, and mental toughness that coursework alone can’t teach. I specialize in injury prevention and rehab as well as position specifics soccer skills, I’d love to bring that combination of education and lived experience to your program.

"Kyle is a very knowledgeable and experienced coach/ trainer. He helped me develop a high level of skills and understanding for the game. Specifically for my position as a left back he trained me in different common scenarios and drills that helped me gain confidence during games. This is an elite level coach and I can’t recommend him enough for people trying to get back into Plato my or wanting to reach a higher level of playing.

Hi, my name is coach Dan and I have been playing tennis since I was a young boy. I prefer to teach students that want to win tournaments. I can teach all aspects of the game from serving to volleying to baseline hitting to winning points and scoring.

I have been coaching girls and boys high school volleyball for 3 years and going onto my 4th year. I have coached at Southwest, Roosevelt, and Minneapolis Southside volleyball. The skill level I have coached is B Squad and JV primarily but I have worked with athletes from 9B-Varsity. I work with driven athletes that have passion for the game and want to get better in their craft. I have played setter in high school and I am a college club level libero at the University of Minnesota.

As a dedicated Music Production Coach with over 14 years of experience, I empower aspiring artists and producers to transform their ideas into polished tracks. My passion lies in demystifying the world of sound, making complex concepts accessible, fun, and deeply engaging. My journey includes managing a studio at the Best Buy Teen Tech Center in North Minneapolis, where I had the privilege of teaching music production to inner-city youth, an experience that deepened my commitment to fostering creativity and providing hands-on skills to the next generation of music makers. Additionally, I bring extensive real-world expertise from the nightlife scene, having served as a Sound and Lighting Manager and Resident DJ at prominent Minneapolis venues. This background honed my understanding of audio optimization, live sound engineering, and the art of curating immersive sonic experiences, providing me with invaluable skills for teaching students how to produce, mix, and master their unique sound.

"This music production class is a hidden gem! Whether you're just starting or looking to refine advanced techniques, the instruction is top-notch. The option to learn on BandLab for beginners, or dive deep into Ableton Live, shows great flexibility. The coffee shop location creates a comfortable, inspiring atmosphere that fosters creativity. Rickey and is incredibly knowledgeable and truly passionate about teaching. I always leave feeling more confident and creatively charged. Highly recommend!"