Pickleball lessons near me in Barberton, OH

Meet Thomas, a Pickleball Coach in Barberton, Ohio.

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.

Meet Robert, a Pickleball Coach in Barberton, Ohio.

I am a certified coach through the Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) and the Professional Tennis Registry (PTR), as well as a Safe Sports Certified Coach. My coaching credentials extend to Pickleball Coaching International (PCI), and I proudly serve as a coach at Prime Pickleball Club, Green Parks, and Stow Parks Department. As the administrator of Northeast Ohio Pickleball Players (NEOPP) and a USA Pickleball Northeast Ohio District Ambassador, I am deeply involved in the local pickleball community, including managing a Facebook group with over 3,000 followers. My competitive accomplishments include being a Gold Medalist at the US Open National Championships in Naples, FL, and multiple gold medals in the Ohio Senior Olympics, Gamma Games, Great Lakes Regionals, and Ohio State Games. As a three-time qualifier for the National Senior Olympics and a board member of the Ohio Senior Olympics, I am dedicated to promoting the sport and helping athletes excel. I am also a proud Selkirk Sports Ambassador, passionate about inspiring players of all ages and levels to reach their potential on the court!

Meet Jamie, a Pickleball Coach in Barberton, Ohio.

I learned how to play pickleball in Plant City, Florida, just outside of Tampa, and fell in love with the game immediately. With extensive experience and training, I’m confident in my ability to teach and share my passion for pickleball with others.

Meet Matt, a Pickleball Coach in Barberton, Ohio.

Matt is a Certified USPTA Professional, NSCA Personal Trainer, and TRX Instructor with a wealth of expertise in both tennis and pickleball. He was the top singles and doubles player at Wittenberg University, holds a USTA 5.0 NTRP rating, and ranks among the top 50 singles pickleball players. In addition to his personal accomplishments, Matt has coached both boys and girls tennis teams at Aurora High School, showcasing his dedication to guiding young athletes in their development.

Meet Nico, a Pickleball Coach in Barberton, Ohio.

Nico is an accomplished pickleball coach with a strong competitive background. He played #1 singles and doubles at Cleveland State University, earning world professional rankings of 1559 in singles and 1429 in doubles. Nico's exceptional talent and dedication have also earned him the titles of two-time Horizon League Player of the Year and two-time Cleveland State Athlete of the Year.

Meet Dave, a Pickleball Coach in Barberton, Ohio.

Dave is a seasoned tennis professional and Certified USPTA Professional who has been a key part of WRRFC since 2003. He brings a rich educational background with a Bachelor of Arts from Allegheny College, where he played #1 singles and doubles, and a Master's of Education from St. Lawrence University. With seven years of college tennis coaching experience, Dave also offers expert racquet stringing and repairs for tennis and racquetball players.

Meet Eugene, a Pickleball Coach in Barberton, Ohio.

I started playing tennis at the age of 6. Also played various other racquet and paddle sports such as badminton, table tennis, racquetball, and other games we invented with a paddle and a ball growing up as the last sibling of 10 children in a very sports focused household. Pickleball incorporates all of those skill sets I learned to instruct players of all levels to improve and enhance their games. Have been playing the sport for 4 years and have advanced skill level.