These coaches teach at top ranked spots and have great lesson fulfillment & student reviews.
These coaches teach at top ranked spots and have great lesson fulfillment & student reviews.



Joy is a globally recognized elite pickleball coach with over 25 years of experience developing world-class champions and players at every level, blending high-performance coaching with neuroscience and performance psychology. As the creator of Quantum Pickleball™ and CEO of Joy of Pickleball®, he helps athletes stay calm, focused, and clutch under pressure to consistently elevate their game.


Former NFL Offensive Lineman and Super Bowl champion, drafted in 2013 by the Seattle Seahawks. During my NFL career, I played for Dallas Cowboys, Atlanta Falcons, and Seattle Seahawks. When I played for the University of New Hampshire, I was a Defensive Tackle with a record-setting college career that earned me a spot at the NFL Combine. Passionate about mentoring athletes, developing peak performance, and translating elite on-field techniques to practical, actionable coaching.
"Just started a couple months ago and he has helped me get better and better. When I first started, my stance and technique wasn’t great. His coaching helped me how to improve my technique and stance a lot. Football has gotten easier with the more lessons I do!

I am a former athlete with background in gymnastics and extensive experience in physical activities, fitness training and body composition.



If you're looking to improve your game in any aspect, look no further. Whether it's a specific shot or just in general, I can elevate your game. Between my 27 years of playing tennis at a high level (20 spent coaching too), and now my 7 years of pickleball (5.0 rating) with 5 years of giving lessons, I have the utmost confidence in my coaching abilities. Between the above, having 3 kids, and having taught for years, I'll always be patience yet firm no matter your current level.
"Mike showed me why I was continuing to miss the same 3rd ball drop on my forehand. I've been playing the same for so long I'm trying to change it and I see how it helps, it's just hard to fix old habits. I'm planning on more lessons with him because it's already helped.



Ready to take your pickleball game to the next level? With a year of coaching experience, I focus on sharp technique, smart strategy, and keeping every session fun. Let’s get you playing your best—and loving every point!



26 years of teaching experience, with a background in audio/music and video production. I play keyboard and piano with local bands and churches, and enjoy using this experience to help students learn to use lead sheets, chord voicings, and improvisation as well as traditional music reading, ear training, and theory. I'm also a piano instructor at Funkytown Music Academy. I also teach part-time at Artes de la Rosa at the Rose Marine theater for multimedia and keyboards.
"Richard is laid back and makes learning piano fun.