Private Lessons & Coaches in Leander, TX

College PGM4 at Ferris State College. 3 years of teaching at TECUMSEH C.C. from 1985-1989. Played competitive golf, one year in college.

Hegong is a passionate pickleball coach with a lifelong love of racquet sports and a deep commitment to helping players grow their game. With over 20 years of competitive and recreational badminton experience—and a strong background in ping pong, tennis, and squash—Hegong brings exceptional hand-eye coordination, footwork, and strategic insight to every coaching session. His transition to pickleball was a natural fit, combining his technical skill with a teaching style that’s clear, encouraging, and tailored to each player’s needs. Hegong works with beginners and experienced players alike, focusing on fundamentals, smart shot selection, and consistent improvement—while making sure the game stays fun and engaging. Whether you’re stepping onto the court for the first time or preparing for competitive play, Hegong’s well-rounded expertise and calm, focused approach will help you take your pickleball skills to the next level. Hegong can speak English, Mandarin or Cantonese in his lessons.

"Hegong is a great coach. I learned a lot in just one session

I am an experienced English language tutor with international teaching experience and a strong background working with Spanish-speaking learners. I served as a Teaching Assistant and Language Ambassador in Spain, where I taught English, Math, and Science. Also, I have worked extensively with ESL learners in professional settings, helping non-native English speakers improve communication, comprehension, and confidence in real-world situations. My teaching style is patient, clear, and adaptable.

"Well, I have a lot of English speaking experience. I really needed help with grammar and learning basic conversational skills in English. Cassie was dependable, compassionate, and very enthusiastic. She made learning fun and brought real life experiences to our conversations which allowed me to further improve my English speaking skills.

Experienced coach and camp host for 7 years. High school, collegiate, and pro basketball competitor. I specialize in ball-handling, shot creation, defense, and strength and conditioning. My workouts contain high-energy, motivation, and creativity. I pride myself on creating a fun environment where every moment is used striving for greatness. Let’s reach your goals together.

Basketball coach with over 20 years of experience. Proudest key is that I'm self taught-self trained. Set scoring and assist in middle school that I still, 1st Freshman to make varsity, played at Blinn College and played semi-pro over seas while stationed in South Korea. I have collected multiple championships with multiple schools and organizations. I have a few trainees that got to play at the next level. I focus on bball handling, then protection, then scoring. Crawl-walk-run.

National Champion (2011) & Youth Basketball Coach (2016 - Present) I believe basketball is more than just a game—it’s a reflection of life. The same principles that lead to success on the court also build strong character and resilience in everyday life.

With over three decades dedicated to basketball, I blend strategic insight with a fun approach to empower players. I refine skills, build confidence, and foster a lifelong passion for the game.

Coach Erick is an experienced educator and mentor with over 12 years in the sport of basketball. On the court, he focuses on developing disciplined, resilient, and team-oriented athletes through skill development, leadership, and accountability. His approach emphasizes character, confidence, and competitive excellence both on and off the court along with having the philosophy to build these student-athletes to not only succeed in competition, but in life as well.

"Coach taught me how to really show up for my team. He gave me a lot of tips, moves to work on, and we even broke down scouting reports together on the bigs I had to guard. He always kept the main goal the main goal. Off the court, he helped me grow as a person and taught me how to stay composed. Coach was like one of my homies — we could talk about anything, good or bad. He was always there for me.

Play intramural and currently in adult Austin Co-Ed league. Masters in Coaching and athletic administration. 9 Plus years as educator and coach.

I teach tennis to players of all levels with emphasis on footwork and match temperament. I bring years of experience and a genuine passion for developing confident, motivated students. I am a former D1 athlete and lived away from home since the age of 14 to follow my tennis goals at Chrissy Evert's Tennis Academy in Florida.