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Eshan Bhatt profile
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Passionate tennis player with a decade of experience. I've excelled at various levels, from high school varsity to college club teams (OSU and OU tennis club alumnus). For the past year and a half I was a tennis professional @ Wedgewood Golf and Country Club training players of all ages and additionally, I have a strong background playing USTA Tournaments (15-2 all time in USTA doubles). During the winter, I have given private lessons indoors at Wickertree Tennis Club and coach the 3.5 Career Ladies’ USTA Team. Let's take your tennis game to the next level! If you are a parent trying to get your child ready for competition, you’re in the right spot. Let me know if you have those goals in mind and we will definitely work toward them. If you just want your child to learn something fun, new, and a sport they can play forever at whatever age, that’s totally cool as well! All skills and ages are welcome!

What students say...

"Eshan focuses on my son's strengths, which encourages him mentally. He help s him work on things that need attention, and continues instructing with positive voice tones, and outlook .

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Eshan
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Eshan

Bio: Passionate tennis player with a decade of experience. I've excelled at various levels, from high school varsity to college club teams (OSU and OU tennis club alumnus). For the past year and a half I was a tennis professional @ Wedgewood Golf and Country Club training players of all ages and additionally, I have a strong background playing USTA Tournaments (15-2 all time in USTA doubles). During the winter, I have given private lessons indoors at Wickertree Tennis Club and coach the 3.5 Career Ladies’ USTA Team. Let's take your tennis game to the next level! If you are a parent trying to get your child ready for competition, you’re in the right spot. Let me know if you have those goals in mind and we will definitely work toward them. If you just want your child to learn something fun, new, and a sport they can play forever at whatever age, that’s totally cool as well! All skills and ages are welcome!
4.9
Tennis
167 Lessons given
4.9
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Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
College Player
πŸ’°$71 for weekly lessons
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About Aaron

Be inspired to inspire! I’m about positive, effective and beneficial coaching. I focus on making sure the kids are having fun, learning and I promote the social, physical and emotional well being of the athletes. I value transformational leadership and making leaders out of the players. My goal is to always leave a meaningful, memorable and developmental experience on all athletes.

What students say...

"Trevor Griffith had the best experience with coach Aaron and learned so much from his enthusiastic coaching style and could not wait for soccer each week!

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Aaron
From$43per lesson

Aaron

Bio: Be inspired to inspire! I’m about positive, effective and beneficial coaching. I focus on making sure the kids are having fun, learning and I promote the social, physical and emotional well being of the athletes. I value transformational leadership and making leaders out of the players. My goal is to always leave a meaningful, memorable and developmental experience on all athletes.
4.5
Soccer
16 Lessons given
4.5
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
πŸ’°$43 for weekly lessons
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Cole Evans profile
About Cole

For over 15 years, I've helped countless athletes elevate their game and discover the joy of soccer. My coaching philosophy centers on building a strong foundation of fundamental skills while fostering a fun, competitive, and supportive environment. Let's work together to unlock your full potential on the field!

99Score
Cole
From$50per lesson

Cole

Bio: For over 15 years, I've helped countless athletes elevate their game and discover the joy of soccer. My coaching philosophy centers on building a strong foundation of fundamental skills while fostering a fun, competitive, and supportive environment. Let's work together to unlock your full potential on the field!
Soccer
1 Lesson given
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
πŸ’°$50 for weekly lessons
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With over 20 years of soccer experience , I'm dedicated to fostering player growth and passion for the sport. My expertise focuses on skill development and tactical understanding. Let's elevate your game! I’ve had experience playing soccer on 3 different countries, two stints at professional clubs in Europe at the academy level. College Division 1 soccer in the US

What students say...

"The lesson kept up the strong focus on technique, with clear demonstrations that show how to nail moves. I appreciated the calm, precise guidance and the practical ball control drills, wow. I’m already looking forward to the next lesson.

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Dean
From$43per lesson

Dean

Bio: With over 20 years of soccer experience , I'm dedicated to fostering player growth and passion for the sport. My expertise focuses on skill development and tactical understanding. Let's elevate your game! I’ve had experience playing soccer on 3 different countries, two stints at professional clubs in Europe at the academy level. College Division 1 soccer in the US
5.0
Soccer
3 Lessons given
5.0
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
πŸ’°$43 for weekly lessons
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My journey as a sponsored athlete ignited a passion for pickleball that I love sharing with others. I bring five years of coaching experience to the court, guiding players of all levels with engaging instruction and personalized approaches. Let's unlock your pickleball potential together!

What students say...

"He is awesome and amazing to work with. Totally would recommend.

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Zach
From$71per lesson

Zach

Bio: My journey as a sponsored athlete ignited a passion for pickleball that I love sharing with others. I bring five years of coaching experience to the court, guiding players of all levels with engaging instruction and personalized approaches. Let's unlock your pickleball potential together!
5.0
Pickleball
16 Lessons given
5.0
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
PPR Certified
Sponsored Athlete
πŸ’°$71 for weekly lessons
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Eshan Bhatt profile
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About Eshan

Passionate tennis player with a decade of experience. I've excelled at various levels, from high school varsity to college club teams (OSU and OU tennis club alumnus). For the past year and a half I was a tennis professional @ Wedgewood Golf and Country Club training players of all ages and additionally, I have a strong background playing USTA Tournaments (15-2 all time in USTA doubles). During the winter, I have given private lessons indoors at Wickertree Tennis Club and coach the 3.5 Career Ladies’ USTA Team. Let's take your tennis game to the next level! If you are a parent trying to get your child ready for competition, you’re in the right spot. Let me know if you have those goals in mind and we will definitely work toward them. If you just want your child to learn something fun, new, and a sport they can play forever at whatever age, that’s totally cool as well! All skills and ages are welcome!

What students say...

"Eshan focuses on my son's strengths, which encourages him mentally. He help s him work on things that need attention, and continues instructing with positive voice tones, and outlook .

SuperCoach
SuperCoach
Eshan
From$71per lesson

Eshan

Bio: Passionate tennis player with a decade of experience. I've excelled at various levels, from high school varsity to college club teams (OSU and OU tennis club alumnus). For the past year and a half I was a tennis professional @ Wedgewood Golf and Country Club training players of all ages and additionally, I have a strong background playing USTA Tournaments (15-2 all time in USTA doubles). During the winter, I have given private lessons indoors at Wickertree Tennis Club and coach the 3.5 Career Ladies’ USTA Team. Let's take your tennis game to the next level! If you are a parent trying to get your child ready for competition, you’re in the right spot. Let me know if you have those goals in mind and we will definitely work toward them. If you just want your child to learn something fun, new, and a sport they can play forever at whatever age, that’s totally cool as well! All skills and ages are welcome!
4.9
Tennis
167 Lessons given
4.9
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
College Player
πŸ’°$71 for weekly lessons
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Aaron Coldren profile
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About Aaron

Be inspired to inspire! I’m about positive, effective and beneficial coaching. I focus on making sure the kids are having fun, learning and I promote the social, physical and emotional well being of the athletes. I value transformational leadership and making leaders out of the players. My goal is to always leave a meaningful, memorable and developmental experience on all athletes.

What students say...

"Trevor Griffith had the best experience with coach Aaron and learned so much from his enthusiastic coaching style and could not wait for soccer each week!

SuperCoach
SuperCoach
Aaron
From$43per lesson

Aaron

Bio: Be inspired to inspire! I’m about positive, effective and beneficial coaching. I focus on making sure the kids are having fun, learning and I promote the social, physical and emotional well being of the athletes. I value transformational leadership and making leaders out of the players. My goal is to always leave a meaningful, memorable and developmental experience on all athletes.
4.5
Soccer
16 Lessons given
4.5
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
πŸ’°$43 for weekly lessons
Get soccer lessons with Aaron
Cole Evans profile
About Cole

For over 15 years, I've helped countless athletes elevate their game and discover the joy of soccer. My coaching philosophy centers on building a strong foundation of fundamental skills while fostering a fun, competitive, and supportive environment. Let's work together to unlock your full potential on the field!

99Score
Cole
From$50per lesson

Cole

Bio: For over 15 years, I've helped countless athletes elevate their game and discover the joy of soccer. My coaching philosophy centers on building a strong foundation of fundamental skills while fostering a fun, competitive, and supportive environment. Let's work together to unlock your full potential on the field!
Soccer
1 Lesson given
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
πŸ’°$50 for weekly lessons
Get soccer lessons with Cole
Dean Bonsu profile
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About Dean

With over 20 years of soccer experience , I'm dedicated to fostering player growth and passion for the sport. My expertise focuses on skill development and tactical understanding. Let's elevate your game! I’ve had experience playing soccer on 3 different countries, two stints at professional clubs in Europe at the academy level. College Division 1 soccer in the US

What students say...

"The lesson kept up the strong focus on technique, with clear demonstrations that show how to nail moves. I appreciated the calm, precise guidance and the practical ball control drills, wow. I’m already looking forward to the next lesson.

Top Rated
99Score
Dean
From$43per lesson

Dean

Bio: With over 20 years of soccer experience , I'm dedicated to fostering player growth and passion for the sport. My expertise focuses on skill development and tactical understanding. Let's elevate your game! I’ve had experience playing soccer on 3 different countries, two stints at professional clubs in Europe at the academy level. College Division 1 soccer in the US
5.0
Soccer
3 Lessons given
5.0
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
πŸ’°$43 for weekly lessons
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Zach Lee profile
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About Zach

My journey as a sponsored athlete ignited a passion for pickleball that I love sharing with others. I bring five years of coaching experience to the court, guiding players of all levels with engaging instruction and personalized approaches. Let's unlock your pickleball potential together!

What students say...

"He is awesome and amazing to work with. Totally would recommend.

Top Rated
99Score
Zach
From$71per lesson

Zach

Bio: My journey as a sponsored athlete ignited a passion for pickleball that I love sharing with others. I bring five years of coaching experience to the court, guiding players of all levels with engaging instruction and personalized approaches. Let's unlock your pickleball potential together!
5.0
Pickleball
16 Lessons given
5.0
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
PPR Certified
Sponsored Athlete
πŸ’°$71 for weekly lessons
Get pickleball lessons with Zach

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I was pretty nervous coming in because I had never played tennis before but Armaan eased the environment so much and I actually learned more than I ever thought on my first session alone.

Hands down the best coach I could have asked for and I will be continuing to work with him on a weekly basis.

Elson G.

This is my first time taking up golf at the age of 49. My coach is very patient. He knows a lot of different techniques that can help someone as novice as me to someone that is a higher caliber player.

He is also very engaged and sends different video clips to help with your learning.

Himanshu S.

My coach is friendly, supportive, especially for beginners like myself.

Despite it being my first time playing pickleball, he made sure I felt comfortable and picked up the game quickly.

His enthusiasm and encouragement are contagious, making learning a joyous experience!

Jackie S.

Very easy to book right from start. Coach Jacob is very easy going and very knowledgeable. We were in same page from start of lesson with what I wanted to work on.

I'm going to work on today's lesson and I'll comeback to book more if i feel it's getting away from me again.

Derek N.

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Connor was very patient and attentive with my wife and I. It was our first time golfing, and Connor gave us some really great advice.

Really looking forward to future lessons with him.

Jason Y.

I had never played Pickleball before and the first time I played with my coach, I learned everything about the game and how to play in a short amount of time.

The way he taught made it really easy to play and fun to learn. I really enjoy playing now!

Ryan M.

This app was a fantastic find. It paired my son with a local coach who was highly skilled and wonderful with kids.

He focused on fundamentals while building my son's confidence, and we saw real improvement both in his skills and his enthusiasm for the game.

Colleen O.

Left an online review

My wife and I have never played tennis before so we were terrible at the beginning of the lesson.

Our coach gave very specific instructions and by the end of the lesson we had learned multiple swings and were hitting everything.

Darroll J.

Charlotte was amazing. This was my very first time golfing and she made me feel very comfortable and she had lots of knowledge.

I'd definitely recommend her to anyone wanting to learn.

Jocolbe P.

It provided a way to see a whole lot of coaches and reviews. Picked one and everything is done right there through the app: scheduling, communications, and payment.

It certainly couldn't be easier

Jose

I was pretty nervous coming in because I had never played tennis before but Armaan eased the environment so much and I actually learned more than I ever thought on my first session alone.

Hands down the best coach I could have asked for and I will be continuing to work with him on a weekly basis.

Elson G.

This is my first time taking up golf at the age of 49. My coach is very patient. He knows a lot of different techniques that can help someone as novice as me to someone that is a higher caliber player.

He is also very engaged and sends different video clips to help with your learning.

Himanshu S.

My coach is friendly, supportive, especially for beginners like myself.

Despite it being my first time playing pickleball, he made sure I felt comfortable and picked up the game quickly.

His enthusiasm and encouragement are contagious, making learning a joyous experience!

Jackie S.

Very easy to book right from start. Coach Jacob is very easy going and very knowledgeable. We were in same page from start of lesson with what I wanted to work on.

I'm going to work on today's lesson and I'll comeback to book more if i feel it's getting away from me again.

Derek N.

Left an online review

Connor was very patient and attentive with my wife and I. It was our first time golfing, and Connor gave us some really great advice.

Really looking forward to future lessons with him.

Jason Y.

I had never played Pickleball before and the first time I played with my coach, I learned everything about the game and how to play in a short amount of time.

The way he taught made it really easy to play and fun to learn. I really enjoy playing now!

Ryan M.

This app was a fantastic find. It paired my son with a local coach who was highly skilled and wonderful with kids.

He focused on fundamentals while building my son's confidence, and we saw real improvement both in his skills and his enthusiasm for the game.

Colleen O.

Left an online review

My wife and I have never played tennis before so we were terrible at the beginning of the lesson.

Our coach gave very specific instructions and by the end of the lesson we had learned multiple swings and were hitting everything.

Darroll J.

Charlotte was amazing. This was my very first time golfing and she made me feel very comfortable and she had lots of knowledge.

I'd definitely recommend her to anyone wanting to learn.

Jocolbe P.

It provided a way to see a whole lot of coaches and reviews. Picked one and everything is done right there through the app: scheduling, communications, and payment.

It certainly couldn't be easier

Jose

I was pretty nervous coming in because I had never played tennis before but Armaan eased the environment so much and I actually learned more than I ever thought on my first session alone.

Hands down the best coach I could have asked for and I will be continuing to work with him on a weekly basis.

Elson G.

This is my first time taking up golf at the age of 49. My coach is very patient. He knows a lot of different techniques that can help someone as novice as me to someone that is a higher caliber player.

He is also very engaged and sends different video clips to help with your learning.

Himanshu S.

My coach is friendly, supportive, especially for beginners like myself.

Despite it being my first time playing pickleball, he made sure I felt comfortable and picked up the game quickly.

His enthusiasm and encouragement are contagious, making learning a joyous experience!

Jackie S.

Very easy to book right from start. Coach Jacob is very easy going and very knowledgeable. We were in same page from start of lesson with what I wanted to work on.

I'm going to work on today's lesson and I'll comeback to book more if i feel it's getting away from me again.

Derek N.

Left an online review

Connor was very patient and attentive with my wife and I. It was our first time golfing, and Connor gave us some really great advice.

Really looking forward to future lessons with him.

Jason Y.

I had never played Pickleball before and the first time I played with my coach, I learned everything about the game and how to play in a short amount of time.

The way he taught made it really easy to play and fun to learn. I really enjoy playing now!

Ryan M.

This app was a fantastic find. It paired my son with a local coach who was highly skilled and wonderful with kids.

He focused on fundamentals while building my son's confidence, and we saw real improvement both in his skills and his enthusiasm for the game.

Colleen O.

Left an online review

My wife and I have never played tennis before so we were terrible at the beginning of the lesson.

Our coach gave very specific instructions and by the end of the lesson we had learned multiple swings and were hitting everything.

Darroll J.

Charlotte was amazing. This was my very first time golfing and she made me feel very comfortable and she had lots of knowledge.

I'd definitely recommend her to anyone wanting to learn.

Jocolbe P.

It provided a way to see a whole lot of coaches and reviews. Picked one and everything is done right there through the app: scheduling, communications, and payment.

It certainly couldn't be easier

Jose

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Traditional academies

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Free first lesson & satisfaction guarantee

Usually, no special offers

Special offers vary

Finding a coach

Curated local coaches with reviews

Limited choice, assigned coaches

Long uncurated lists

Booking and payment

Book & pay online in a few taps

Phone calls, forms, in-person sign-ups

Messaging and cash payments

Safety & vetting

Most coaches are background-checked, identity-verified

Safety varies by club

Little or no vetting

Fit for beginners

Designed for beginners & casual players

Often geared toward competitive players

Hit-or-miss for true beginners

Flexibility

Easy rescheduling, no long-term contracts

Fixed programs and schedules

Policies depend on each coach