Best 31 coaches for Pickleball lessons near Villa Park, CA

Eric is a former USTA 4.0+ tennis player who has transitioned into a passionate pickleball coach. With his strong tennis background, he brings a wealth of experience and a keen understanding of sports strategy to his pickleball teaching. Now fully dedicated to teaching pickleball, Eric is excited to help players of all levels improve their skills and enjoy the game.

"The lesson with Eric was quite good, especially because he clearly explained everything from serving to paddle hold and how to keep the ball in play. I appreciated his patience and the way he broke down each step, making learning pretty straightforward. Though I still need to work on returning the ball without hitting it out and improving my backhand, I look forward to seeing how more lessons might help me refine these areas. Still, it’s a solid approach if you're aiming to up your game a bit.

Hi! I’m Nathan and I am a dedicated pickleball enthusiast and active tournament player with a DUPR rating of around a 5.5. I am currently a student at Mt. SAC Community College, I discovered my love for pickleball during my time here and have since focused on spreading the game. I am passionate about teaching others, offering lessons tailored to help players reach their desired skill levels whether it be the 4.0 all the way up to a 5.0 level. Whether you're new to pickleball or aiming to elevate your game, I know I have the expertise and enthusiasm to be the ideal coach to guide you on your journey.

I'm a tournament-winning pickleball coach with 7 years of experience helping players of all levels reach their full potential. My passion is fostering a fun, engaging environment where students can learn, grow, and fall in love with this incredible sport! I can teach basic fundamentals from 3 racket sports (tennis, table tennis, and badminton) applied into pickleball. I can cover from proper utilization of powers to changing grips to proper footworks, to building shot selections to various special shot techniques, to reading offense-defense, and game strategies, etc.

My passion for pickleball led me to coaching after years of playing as an experienced player. I bring several years of dedicated coaching experience to the court, helping new players discover the joy and excitement of this dynamic sport. Let's work together to improve your game!

With a background as a college athlete, I bring a competitive edge and deep understanding to my pickleball coaching. I have two years of teaching experience, tailoring my approach to help you achieve your goals. Let's elevate your game together!

Fueled by a lifelong love of the game, I bring two years of coaching experience and my background as a college athlete to help you excel. I'm dedicated to fostering a fun, supportive environment where you can improve your pickleball skills and confidence. I enjoy helping players get better, faster—while having fun on the court. I focus on fundamentals, game strategy, and confidence-building so players can enjoy the game and see real improvement. From beginners to competitive players, my sessions are high-energy, supportive, and designed to elevate your play.

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 over two years and competing at a high level in CAPA, iPickle, collegiate tournaments, and even internationally in Italy. 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 3.0–4.5 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!

Hey I’m Kyle! I’m a 5.0 pickleball player and I love sports/fitness in general! I started playing pickle 5 years ago and never looked back. I just got married to my beautiful wife, Emily 2 months ago and we are excited to start a family together. I am an EMT, working towards becoming a firefighter. I love to be around people and love to help this community grow. * I have a brand new private court at my apartment complex that I have been teaching at as an option. It has been wonderful.

"Kyle was super easy going and helped me in every aspect of pickleball! Helped me get from a 3.0-3.5 in only a couple lessons!

4.0, 5 years of coaching, 15 years in racket sports. I help players of all levels improve through solid technique, fundamentals, strategy.

"Learned a lot in one lesson. Definitely recommend for improving strategy.

My passion for pickleball has only grown since my days as a pro athlete, and now, I dedicate myself to helping others elevate their game. With five years of coaching experience, I bring a unique blend of high-level expertise and a fun, supportive approach to every session. Let's work together to unlock your full potential on the court!