Best 80 coaches for lessons near San Francisco, CA

Music has been my lifelong passion, and sharing that passion as a professional pianist and dedicated educator for over 30 years brings me immense joy. My teaching philosophy centers around fostering a deep appreciation for music while nurturing each student's unique talents and goals. Let's embark on a rewarding musical journey together. Originally from Madrid, Spain, Maria Garcia Plaza started to play the piano at the age of 5. She attended the Conservatory of Music Arturo Soria in Madrid at the age of 7 and began her violin studies at the same time with Maestro Hermes Kriales. Maria has been teaching piano since she was 18 years old and it is one of her passions. She loves working with kids, introducing them at an early age to the love of music through games, making the class fun and enjoyable. At an early age she began performing and won 1st prize at the Polimusica Youth Awards at the age of 12. This allowed her to obtain a scholarship to perform with the JONDE (National Youth Orchestra of Spain) for two consecutive years. Since then she has played with several orchestras (Symphonic Orchestra of Madrid, Symphonic Orchestra of La Rioja, Camerata Musicalis), traveling through Spain, France, Italy and Germany. Maria arrived in San Francisco in 2012 and taught piano at several schools around San Francisco and San Mateo. She also teaches in Spanish. Maria is currently part of the Awesöme Orchestra based in Oakland. Her last performance was at Fox Oakland Theatre in 2016 with the band Green Day on its 20th anniversary, playing their album Dookie with Awesöme Orchestra.

With three decades on the court, I blend experience with a dynamic approach to tennis. As a former college player, I tailor lessons to elevate your game, fostering growth at every level. Let's unlock your potential, one swing at a time. I have been to the top tennis academies in the country and have coached college level players.

I'm not the best player but the skills involved in chess is calculation defensive and attack moves and expected opponent move using different pieces to test opponents defense and lure the opponent into opening a defensive posture and choice of attack strategy. I've played chess for 20 years and can teach many strategies for all skill levels and prepare you for challenging games .

Hey my name's Derek Schmidt and I'm a musician, sound designer, and music educator living in SF. I have a Masters in Music Composition and decades of performing experience.I've played piano for over three decades, for performance, production, and composition. I come at piano from an composer/songwriter perspective, so I can ground the lessons in music theory to help it all make sense, no matter what instrument you decide to play. I best teach beginning and intermediate students who want to explore different musical styles.

"“I’ve been wanting to continue my learning of ukulele and guitar. Derek is such a knowledgeable and patient teacher. I love how he breaks down the understanding of music theory and composition. I’ve had other guitar teachers that have taught me how to copy music tabs but Derek is really great in explaining the why of music!” – T.

I'm a dedicated soccer coach with 10 years of experience fostering talent and igniting a passion for the beautiful game. I specialize in developing tailored training programs designed to elevate each player's unique skills and strategic understanding. Let's work together to take your game to the next level.

Fueling passions and nurturing skills on the field is my mission. With 12 years of soccer coaching, I've helped players of all levels elevate their game and confidence. My approach blends technical expertise with a supportive, engaging environment. I am currently a division 1 athlete at the university of San Francisco. I have played and am playing at the highest level. I also attended the IMG Academy for soccer.

Tennis is like a movie, you never see how the professionals got there, but you watch the final result on TV. It's my journey to show you what the bUSPTA Certifiedehind the scenes look like. A lot of you may be surprised on what it really is. You'll never find out til you book a lesson with me:)

Meet Zorigt, a powerhouse in the world of combat sports with a remarkable background in boxing and mixed martial arts. Hailing from Mongolia, he honed his boxing skills from 2010 to 2019, establishing a solid foundation for his career. Today, Zorigt serves as a respected coach, sharing his expertise with aspiring mixed martial artists, making an indelible impact on the next generation of fighters since 2016.

I had the unique experience to have participated in Japanese League baseball for middle school players while working in Japan. I have witnessed firsthand how their philosophy, practices and mechanics influence one’s goals and development. Additionally, I have played in Japanese league, completed courses in baseball coaching while in Junior College, an elective while earning my BA in education. I have coached children ages 6-11, while in the Junior Giants program.

Dynamic coach with 10+ years of experience shaping athletes across multiple sports, recognized for building resilient teams through discipline, leadership, and a commitment to growth on and off the field.