Best 3 coaches for Pickleball lessons near Akron, OH

Ready to elevate your pickleball game? As a tournament winner with 5 years of coaching experience, I'm passionate about helping players of all levels reach their full potential. Let's get on the court and unlock your inner champion!

Passionate about growing the sport of pickleball, I specialize in teaching beginners the fundamentals and helping them build confidence on the court. With hands-on volunteer experience, I focus on making the game accessible, fun, and easy to learn. Whether it’s understanding the basics, improving technique, or learning strategic gameplay, I create a welcoming environment for players of all skill levels to develop and enjoy the sport. My goal is to help new players feel comfortable, improve quickly, and fall in love with pickleball!

"Oh, I’d say Matt’s lesson was quite helpful. He was easy to follow and very patient, especially with my young daughter who's new to sports. Still, I think having a bit more time to learn the basics could make a difference. But honestly, I’m looking forward to working with him more because his knowledge really shows. If you're into pickleball and want someone who’s approachable yet knowledgeable, you might consider giving Matt a try.

I hold a professional degree in Human Resource Development from Ohio State University, which focuses on adult education. With 45 years of experience playing and coaching soccer, when I began pickleball I became a student of the game. Pretty obsessive actually. I've recently expanded my coaching to include beginner pickleball at the Wadsworth YMCA and weekly sessions with Special Olympics athletes. My diverse background allows me to bring a level of knowledge and passion to coaching, helping players of lower to mid levels develop their skills and confidence.

"Tom was absolutely amazing and made the lesson super fun and a blast to learn the basics of the game. He has a great personality and made the experience light hearted and enjoyable. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for private one on one or group lessons. He is very experienced in Pickleball and his instructions and corrections were clear, concise and encouraging. I’m definitely looking forward to my next lessons with him.