Private Lessons & Coaches in Lake Arrowhead, CA

Hi, I’m Michael Stine III, a PPR Certified Professional Pickleball Coach and competitive player based in Southern California. I’ve been playing pickleball for three years and competing at a high level in CAPA, iPickle, collegiate tournaments, and internationally. I’ve coached athletes ranging from ages 8 to 60+, including Junior PPA and National Junior Pickleball champions. Many of my students have gone on to win tournaments at the 3.0–5.0 levels in singles, doubles, and mixed divisions. My coaching approach focuses on developing strong fundamentals and technical precision, smart strategy and tactical awareness, and mental toughness to elevate your game quickly. Whether you’re a beginner learning proper technique or an advanced player refining your competitive edge, I’ll tailor each session to your specific goals and skill level. I believe in building confidence through consistency, positivity, and game-based learning so you’ll not only improve but have fun doing it. Let’s get you ready to compete at your best and level up your pickleball game!

"Michael is legit! He explains everything so well and he’s super nice. I’ve improved so much from the pickleball tips he’s given me!

Hi, I’m Coach Jason, a dedicated pickleball coach with 3 years of experience helping players of all levels improve their game, from beginners to competitive 4.0 players looking to sharpen their skills, strategy, and consistency. My coaching focuses on building a strong foundation that includes footwork, stroke mechanics, shot selection, court positioning and recognizing patterns. Encouragement is a big part of my coaching style. I believe players improve faster when they feel supported.

"I came to Jason with 3 years experience playing pickleball already so I wasn't sure how much a few coaching sessions could offer me at this stage. I was pleasantly surprised. Jason has a sharp eye for the finer details of the game, and he quickly identified habits in my technique that I didn't even know were holding me back. His feedback is specific, constructive, and easy to apply — I saw a noticeable improvement in my consistency and court positioning within just a few sessions. What I appreciated most was that he challenged me without ever making the sessions feel overwhelming. If you think you've outgrown beginner coaching, I'd encourage you to give Jason a chance — he absolutely has something to offer at every level.

Played juniors, collegiate hockey and semi pro hockey; off ice training, summer hockey camps. Age range from 10 to 30year-olds. Trained mostly college, high school players and semi pro players. Training build around Calisthenics and plyos training with stick handling and shooting.

With 17 years dedicated to softball, I foster player growth through strategic skill-building and personalized coaching. My passion is unlocking potential, creating confident athletes who excel on and off the field. Expect focused, fun sessions that elevate your game! I have played in all realms from Rec Ball, to travel ball for Jendro Athletics, and college. I'm passionate about teaching. I have played every position on the field except pitcher. I specialize in Catching and Infield and I'm looking forward to sharing my knowledge.

Hello, my name is Elijah Ramirez. I’m a Music student studying at University of California, Riverside. Music has always been my passion ever since I was little and to this day I continue to learn, grow, and practice everyday. I teach students of all ages about music and vocal performance. I've been studying music for 8+ years and still counting learning all aspects of music such as Singing, Music Reading, Piano, Music Theory, Music Industry, and more. Willing to push any and all students to their absolute best and hopefully reach their musical potential.