Private Lessons & Coaches in Cave Creek, AZ

Hi, my name is Mark Runzo. I've been teaching PB for 7 years. I can take you from knowing nothing to enough competency to play in your first tournament.

"Provided great tips and adjustments to improve my game. Had a very positive attitude. Mark is the man!

I’m a certified fitness coach, bodybuilding athlete, business owner, and mom who understands firsthand how challenging it can be to balance health, family, work, and everyday life.

As a lifelong golf devotee, Brian McMahon is considered to be a most effective Golf Psychology coach with multiple game-improvement solutions, in addition to being a full swing and short game coach. Brian is a true lover of the game and has a tremendous appreciation for those who play it, competitively or just recreationally. Brian is a recent National Champion among senior golf teaching professionals, and just happens to be a really good golf performance (and enjoyment) coach with a mind/body/spirit approach.

I am a competitive chess player and chess instructor with high performance tournament experience since 2022. That same year, I reached my first national final in Guatemala. in 2023, 2024 and 2025 I reached the national semifinals in the U14 and U16 categories. In 2025, I became the departmental chess champion of Sacatepequez, Guatemala making me the top player in my department. My coaching focuses on theory, practice, passion and helping students students reach their full potential.

I've been playing Pickleball for close to 20 years and didn't have anyone to teach me back then except other players so I formed some bad habits. Some of those I have fixed but still in the process of breaking the rest. I can teach new folks the game and coach players that are looking to become a better player by breaking some old habits while acquiring some beneficial ones.

"Excellent coaching, knowledge of rules, strategy. Able to demonstrate and has an impressive playing ability. Sense of humor, consistent reminders, and patience. Will take more lessons from Ed! He’s great!

As a 5.0 Pro DUPR-rated player and PPR Certified Professional, with a background as a 3-time Junior National Champion, I bring over 13 years of dedicated pickleball experience to my role as the Pickleball Coach at Grand Canyon University. My journey in pickleball has been defined by a commitment to excellence both on and off the court, aiming to inspire and mentor players of all levels to achieve their best in this dynamic sport.

"Great Player, Fun Guy to be around.

40yrs of learning drums in my youth to playing out live since i was 13. I can help guide you to the sound as far as the right gear. With tips on how to take rudiements to the drum kit. Im in the Mesa/Gilbert/ Phx metro areas.

I began playing lacrosse in 2002 in Las Vegas at the age of 12 years old! Played up through college at The University of Nevada, Reno before returning to Las Vegas where I worked with my old high school team as an assistant and have harbored many young talents with one on one skill sessions. With 24 years immersed in the world of lacrosse, I foster player growth through skill development and tactical understanding. My passion is to unlock potential, while instilling a love for the game. Let's elevate your lacrosse journey together!

"Thanks Coach Kevin for helping with my face off skills!