Best 8 coaches for lessons near Birmingham, AL

Certified through the International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association (IPTPA), I bring years of experience playing and coaching pickleball to players of all ages and skill levels. My passion is helping beginners build confidence and have fun on the court while fostering a welcoming and inclusive pickleball community.

"My first Pickleball lesson with Pye was great & honestly more than I expected. She is very patient and gives clear instructions. We worked on serves, dinks, and volleys, and I saw improvement even after just one lesson. She assessed how I played, helped adjust my form where needed, and strengthened areas that weren’t working. Her visuals are on point! I’m really looking forward to my next lesson.

Eight Plus years of experience, coaching mostly kids and teenagers. With a focus that every person learns differently, I personalize and adjust to each individual. I use the same approach at heart when it comes to tennis, but when it comes to explaining it, I get creative. I try to bring the best out of every student, with the hopes that they can become the best version of themselves on and of the court.

"We’ve had a wonderful experience with our son’s tennis coach. He is always punctual, which makes scheduling and consistency so easy. More importantly, he has a real gift for teaching—he explains techniques in a way that’s easy to understand and keeps lessons engaging and productive.  He’s also incredibly friendly and patient, creating a positive and encouraging environment that makes our son look forward to every session. We’ve seen great improvement not just in skills, but in confidence as well. Highly recommend!

Wayne has taught a player on every professional tour. His players have played in every major professional championship. Wayne’s students include: Nationwide Tour standout Gary Christian, who earned his 2012 PGA Tour card Brian Gay Jason Dufner Jay Hobby Iain Steel Wayne has taught two Hall of Fame golfers, the Finalist in the USGA Pub Links, a male and female Finalist in the USGA Mid Am Championship, an NCAA 1st team all American, as well as champions on numerous smaller professional and amateur tours. He has taught four individuals who have shot 60 in competitive rounds of golf. Wayne is a two time PGA Teacher of the Year for the Dixie Section (1993 & 2002), and has been a member of the PGA since 1987. Wayne has been nominated numerous times for Golf Magazine’s Top 100 Teachers and has been selected as one of Golf Magazine’s Top 400 Teachers in the United States for the year 2001. Wayne has coached over 200 collegiate players and has taken over 100 high school players and transitioned them into college golfers. He has also been published in Golf Digest Magazine and frequently appears on the Dewsweepers Golf Show. Wayne was selected for the 2016 FCG Top 50 Elite Junior Golf Coaches in USA Award! He was awarded again in 2018 as one of the FCG Master Coaches.

After 18 years of racquetball experience, I fell in love with pickleball the first time I played. This simple, fun, and social paddle game, which can also be highly competitive, captivated me immediately. Encouraged by an instructor, I became a certified pickleball coach through the Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) and USA Pickleball in March 2023. Since then, I have been regularly instructing beginner and intermediate players on a weekly basis while continuing to play 5-6 times a week at a 3.5 - 4.0 level.

"Improved my playing noticeably within only one lesson. He cultivates a fun atmosphere and makes the game accessible for all; I would recommend him to any players wanting to improve their technique.

I'm passionate about sharing my love for baseball and 20 years of experience with aspiring athletes. My coaching style emphasizes fundamental skills, strategic thinking, and fostering a fun, competitive spirit. Let's work together to elevate your game! I was able to have a career in baseball through college. I played at the University of Alabama-Birmingham. I was a pitcher for my years there and unfortunately injury stopped my playing career. I have continued my passion for baseball by coaching at the Altamont School for the past 3 years.

With 12 years of baseball experience, I foster growth in players of all levels. I specialize in technique refinement, strategy, and building confidence on and off the field. My passion is helping athletes reach their full potential.

With five years dedicated to pickleball instruction, I foster skill development in a fun, supportive environment. My focus is on personalized coaching tailored to your unique goals. Let's elevate your game!