Private Lessons & Coaches in Cumberland, RI

If you are thinking about learning to play the fastest growing sport in the nation, but are hesitant to begin, read this short bio of our most popular Rhode Island instructor, Coach Phyl. Her experience and coaching style can help to ease your concerns. Hello and welcome! I’m Coach Phyl, and I am so glad you’re here. Let me tell you a little about why I love to work with beginning pickleball players. Pickleball is life, and I mean that literally. I took up the sport just as the Covid pandemic was shifting into high gear. It was the one thing I could do, despite my advanced age, while lockdown was beginning to happen all around me. It got me off the couch and moving, which I believe saved me from losing my mind, my passion for life, and my muscles, such as they are. It was kismet. I quickly recognized how similar the movements and strategies were to a game called Ace King Queen that I had played as a child. I loved and missed that game. Pickleball felt almost like finding it again. I fell in love with it immediately, not only for the game itself, but also for the social void it filled. Pickleball has brought many wonderful people into my life while providing me with a fun way to stay active during my “golden” years. I am filled with gratitude for all that it gives me, and I want to share these benefits with as many people as I can. We will have fun while you learn and practice new drills and skills. Pickleball is a multi-tiered sport that can be played by just about anyone. There is no better way to learn the basics than through in-person coaching. My teaching style is relaxed and non-confrontational. You will learn the rules of the game, proper warm-up techniques, paddle basics, a variety of strokes, serving options, targeting, timing, and the importance of drilling, with a few advanced strategies thrown in for good measure. As I like to say, just do it! There's no time like the present, so join me. See you on the court! Speaking of courts… While I am willing to travel to other courts, I encourage you to choose the courts at the John H. Chafee Sports Complex at 450 Hope Road in Western Cranston. These courts are well maintained and easy to get to. I love playing there, and I think you will, too. That said, if the weather calls for rain or otherwise is not in a cooperative mood (think wind, intense heat, snow, etc.), then a good choice would be the private indoor court at Open Table.

"Phyllis was very nice and patient. Also very methodical and thorough in her approach in teaching the rules. Great experience with her! But I don't think this sport is for me at this time. I am very grateful for getting the opportunity to learn from Phyllis!

Andie has over 15 years of coaching and playing experience. Born in Kingston, Jamaica and migrated to New England in 2011 and began coaching professionally; while also working in Banking and Finance as a Mortgage Loan Officer. She is RSPA/USPTA CERTIFIED NewTennis Player and USTA SafeSport Certified Coach. Wheelchair Accessible Coach. Her tennis game is inspired by the likes of Monica Seles, Venus Williams and Pete Sampras to name a few. She focuses on fun drills with structured sessions to enable personal growth and expanding the reach of the game. Her knowledge comes from decades of playing and teaching alongside all levels of players. She is passionate about sharing the game with everyone!

"The lesson with Andie was pretty helpful, especially because the drills were customized based on my weaknesses mid drill, which I appreciated. Though I still need more practice to feel really confident, I think repeating this kind of tailored approach could make a difference. Still, I’d be open to trying another lesson to see how much I can improve with her guidance.

I've played for most of my life. It's very fun and one of the best ways for me to enjoy life. Still playing now whenever I get the chance and I'm always looking to improve. This approach I like to extend to anyone I'm instructing. To help foster a love for the game, a good team work mindset, a desire to keep improving, and self belief and discipline. Coaching wise I've coached 6-8th grade boys for a season. Which was one of the best times I've had as of recent. Shout-out raptors.

Whether you're picking up a golf club for the first time or looking to take your game to the next level, my goal is to help you improve with instruction thats personalized, practical and easy to understand. As a PGA apprentice and competitive player with multiple professional victories, I've experienced what it takes to develop a reliable golf game at a high level. I use that experience to help golfers of every ability from complete beginners to scratch players play better and enjoy the game.

I am a UEFA C licensed coach who mainly coaches in London, England throughout the year. I have had opportunities to work amongst top academies such as Chelsea working with some of the best youth athletes in the world, therefore I understand what players need to compete at the next level. I truly love developing players and helping them achieve goals they never thought they could

My name is Pedro Costa, a Portuguese football coach with UEFA A and Elite Youth licences. Over the past five years, I have worked mainly as a head coach across youth and professional levels, focusing on player development and clear game models. I also contribute as an assistant through tactical analysis and planning. I am motivated to join an ambitious club and support performance and growth.

With 25 years on the field, I’m dedicated to cultivating not just soccer skills, but a love for the game. I offer personalized training, focused on technique, strategy, and sportsmanship. Let's unlock your full potential together!

I have played and coached softball for 15 years! I have coached/mentored many youth athletes from ages 7-18. At the University of Connecticut, I played second, third, first, and right field. I am very detail oriented when it comes to teaching both defensive and hitting techniques. Everyone's body works differently, and I enjoy physically evaluating players in order to help them become their most athletic, powerful, and explosive selves. Hitting, defense, running, recruiting - I teach it all!

Hello, I am from Peru, and I speak Spanish since I was born. I studied Teaching English as a second language in Federico Villarreal University in Peru. I started teaching English for short period in presschool in Peru. When I moved here to The United State of America, I start teaching Spanish in Elementary schools. And since three years I am teaching on an immersion program Spanish to High Schoolers. I can adapt materials to the students levels and I like students enjoy learning.

I have been coaching for like two or three years for young kids helping them to get better l use to coach my nephew in Dominican Republic l help him to get sing with a mayor league team this year now he is playing for the athletic at the minor league level

"Thank to coach Jose l get signed with a mayor league team