Private Lessons & Coaches in Traverse City, MI

My style of coaching is to watch, analyze, and advise through simple single-step improvements that will reduce errors and cultivate success in your game, with emphasis on building muscle memory by repetition and patience.

"I’ve worked with several instructors over the years, and what stands out most is Chris’s ability to take complex Pickleballl concepts and break them down into simple, easy to understand techniques that can be applied immediately in match play. Chris is incredibly patient and does an excellent job of meeting players where they are in their development. Rather than overwhelming you with too much information, he focuses on a few key adjustments that deliver immediate results on the court. After just a lesson, I was able to implement what I learned and see a noticeable improvement in my game. I highly recommend Chris to anyone looking to elevate their Pickleballl game. His patience, knowledge, and ability to teach in a practical, game ready way are second to none. 

With 30 years of secondary and postsecondary experience, I have taught at Interlochen Arts Academy since 1998. I specialize in American and world history, as well as political science, including dual-credit courses at Indiana University. Beyond classroom teaching, I lead institutional initiatives and advise student groups. As an adjunct at Northwestern Michigan College and Ferris State University, I teach Michigan, Women's, and African American history. I have scored APUSH exams since 2008

"Brian was a wonderful tutor! The sessions felt like a real class experience. This set up helped seal the knowledge into my brain better than if I had studied individually. He was incredibly kind and the classes were super fun and interactive. Content mastery is what I struggled with the most for APUSH, but through these sessions everything stuck in my brain very well. I truly recommend!