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Best 6 coaches for Pickleball lessons near Santa Barbara, CA

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.

Marcus Ruffin profile
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About Marcus

I've been on a thrilling pickleball journey, transforming into a formidable 4.5 player. My passion for this exciting sport aligns with my commitment to continuous improvement. Beyond the court, I bring my expertise as a fitness trainer to the game, dedicating 15 hours weekly to playing and drilling. This unique combination allows me to not only master the intricacies of pickleball but also to enhance players' skills through fitness-focused strategies. Whether you're looking to improve your game and fitness or simply enjoy the exhilarating world of pickleball, I'm here to guide you on this exciting journey. Let's hit the court and elevate your pickleball experience together!

What students say...

"Thanks to Marcus guidance, I’ve experienced remarkable improvement in my pickleball game!”"

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98Score
Marcus
From$70.87per lesson

Marcus

Bio: I've been on a thrilling pickleball journey, transforming into a formidable 4.5 player. My passion for this exciting sport aligns with my commitment to continuous improvement. Beyond the court, I bring my expertise as a fitness trainer to the game, dedicating 15 hours weekly to playing and drilling. This unique combination allows me to not only master the intricacies of pickleball but also to enhance players' skills through fitness-focused strategies. Whether you're looking to improve your game and fitness or simply enjoy the exhilarating world of pickleball, I'm here to guide you on this exciting journey. Let's hit the court and elevate your pickleball experience together!
5.0
17 Lessons given
5.0
Nearby
1.9 mi
Municipal Tennis and Pickleball Center
Available
Next: Fri, 1:00 PM
πŸ’°$70.87 for weekly lessons
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Tracy Wilcox profile
About Tracy

Tracy is highly knowledgeable about pickleball and excels at motivating students to reach their full potential. With a focus on both the physical and mental aspects of the game, Tracy provides well-rounded training to help players improve their skills and build confidence. Passionate about fostering growth and a love for the sport, Tracy is dedicated to guiding players at all levels to achieve their goals on the court.

96Score
Tracy
From$170.10per lesson

Tracy

Bio: Tracy is highly knowledgeable about pickleball and excels at motivating students to reach their full potential. With a focus on both the physical and mental aspects of the game, Tracy provides well-rounded training to help players improve their skills and build confidence. Passionate about fostering growth and a love for the sport, Tracy is dedicated to guiding players at all levels to achieve their goals on the court.
4 Lessons given
Nearby
2.2 mi
Dynamite Pickleball
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
πŸ’°$170.10 for weekly lessons
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Vasyl Yazadzhiev profile
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About Vasyl

As a former college athlete, my passion for pickleball runs deep. With 4 years of coaching experience, I help players of all levels elevate their game through strategic and personalized instruction. Let's work together to achieve your pickleball goals with focus and fun!

What students say...

"Vasyl is a superb coach. With a focus on technicality, he brings your form and playing to a whole other level!

College Athlete
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Vasyl
From$113.40per lesson

Vasyl

Bio: As a former college athlete, my passion for pickleball runs deep. With 4 years of coaching experience, I help players of all levels elevate their game through strategic and personalized instruction. Let's work together to achieve your pickleball goals with focus and fun!
5.0
2 Lessons given
5.0
Closest
0.9 mi
Pershing Park
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
College Athlete
πŸ’°$113.40 for weekly lessons
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George Scholz profile
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About George

Coach Scholz is very experienced adult Pickleball player and coach. A 4.5 player who loves coaching and teaching! In addition to an extensive tennis background, Coach has over 50 years coaching/teaching experience. Primarily basketball but all sports, all ages and in the classroom. Exclusively pickleball since 2017. Coach played Division One College Basketball for NCAA Tournament Teams, Coached NCAA Division One Basketball and coached as an assistant in the NBA. His Florida Southern Teams from 1982-1990 were recognized as β€œday in and day out the best college basketball program in the state of Florida!” Florida Southern made 7 trips to the NCAA Tournament in 8 years, with 3 trips to the Elite 8 and two Final Four Appearances! He was 4 times Sunshine State Conference Coach of the Year, 4 times Florida Coaches Association Florida Coach of the Year, 3 Times South Region Coach of the Year and a 4 Time Finalist for National Coach of the Year! Coach has transferred all that knowledge and experience to pickleball and pickleball has become his and his family’s favorite sport ever! George’s wife, Lynne, is a former number 1 College Tennis Player and has become an accomplished pickleball player in her own right. George plays pickleball, coaches/teaches pickleball, studies pickleball 24/7 ... including his own lessons from a number of the Top PROS ... and rests up for more pickleball the next day! He and his wife, Lynne pride themselves on being Life Long Learners! Coach would love to work with you at your pleasure and convenience! β€œI truly love this great opportunity to coach again and love to help people get better! There are so many intricacies to this great game ... I feel many more intricacies than basketball and tennis.”

What students say...

"β€œGeorge has a passion for helping others get better! He brings attention to little things that will improve your game and focus your attention on technique, court awareness and strategic discipline!”

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George
From$106.31per lesson

George

Bio: Coach Scholz is very experienced adult Pickleball player and coach. A 4.5 player who loves coaching and teaching! In addition to an extensive tennis background, Coach has over 50 years coaching/teaching experience. Primarily basketball but all sports, all ages and in the classroom. Exclusively pickleball since 2017. Coach played Division One College Basketball for NCAA Tournament Teams, Coached NCAA Division One Basketball and coached as an assistant in the NBA. His Florida Southern Teams from 1982-1990 were recognized as β€œday in and day out the best college basketball program in the state of Florida!” Florida Southern made 7 trips to the NCAA Tournament in 8 years, with 3 trips to the Elite 8 and two Final Four Appearances! He was 4 times Sunshine State Conference Coach of the Year, 4 times Florida Coaches Association Florida Coach of the Year, 3 Times South Region Coach of the Year and a 4 Time Finalist for National Coach of the Year! Coach has transferred all that knowledge and experience to pickleball and pickleball has become his and his family’s favorite sport ever! George’s wife, Lynne, is a former number 1 College Tennis Player and has become an accomplished pickleball player in her own right. George plays pickleball, coaches/teaches pickleball, studies pickleball 24/7 ... including his own lessons from a number of the Top PROS ... and rests up for more pickleball the next day! He and his wife, Lynne pride themselves on being Life Long Learners! Coach would love to work with you at your pleasure and convenience! β€œI truly love this great opportunity to coach again and love to help people get better! There are so many intricacies to this great game ... I feel many more intricacies than basketball and tennis.”
5.0
13 Lessons given
5.0
Nearby
1.3 mi
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 6:00 AM
College Coach
πŸ’°$106.31 for weekly lessons
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Andrew Manalis profile
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About Andrew

Pickleball isn't just a sport; it's a passion I love sharing with others. My coaching focuses on building solid fundamentals and a love for the game. Let's elevate your pickleball journey!

What students say...

"Working with Andrew started helping me improve in a short time period. With his strategies at the net, I started bringing more offensive plays to my game.

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Andrew
From$56.70per lesson

Andrew

Bio: Pickleball isn't just a sport; it's a passion I love sharing with others. My coaching focuses on building solid fundamentals and a love for the game. Let's elevate your pickleball journey!
5.0
4 Lessons given
5.0
Nearby
1.9 mi
Municipal Tennis and Pickleball Center
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
PCI Certified
College Coach
πŸ’°$56.70 for weekly lessons
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Peter Cortez profile
About Peter

I love helping people with the basics in the fundamentals. Everyone wants to get better at Pickleball and they wanna play but they need help with the foundation of the basics. That’s where I come in.

College Athlete
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Peter
From$70.87per lesson

Peter

Bio: I love helping people with the basics in the fundamentals. Everyone wants to get better at Pickleball and they wanna play but they need help with the foundation of the basics. That’s where I come in.
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Nearby
1.9 mi
Municipal Tennis and Pickleball Center
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
College Athlete
πŸ’°$70.87 for weekly lessons
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Frequently asked questions

Pickleball coaches in Santa Barbara, CA

pickleball coach with the most lessons taught in Santa Barbara

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Coach Marcus has taught

14 lessons

The location with the most coaches teaching pickleball lessons at

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Municipal Tennis and Pickleball Center

Average coach player rating

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5.0

3 total ratings

and here are the coaches with top player ratings:

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Coach Marcus

(1 rating)

5.0
S

Coach Spencer

5.0 (1 rating)

T

Coach Tamara

5.0 (1 rating)

Number of certified coaches in Santa Barbara

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4 certified coaches

Average length of time coaches in Santa Barbara have been teaching for

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3.88 years on average

How many coaches teach pickleball in Santa Barbara

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14 coaches

Average cost of a pickleball lesson in Santa Barbara

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$72 for weekly lessons

Check out pickleball courts near you

Municipal Tennis and Pickleball Center

Municipal Tennis and Pickleball Center

1414 Park Pl, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, United States

1.9 miles away β€’ 11 pickleball coaches teach here

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Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, USA

1.3 miles away β€’ 3 pickleball coaches teach here

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Municipal Tennis and Pickleball Center

Municipal Tennis and Pickleball Center

1414 Park Pl, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, United States

2.0 miles away β€’ 2 pickleball coaches teach here

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