6 Pickleball coaches & instructors for lessons in Highland Heights, OH

Embracing the exciting world of pickleball has been a passion of mine for over a decade. As a tournament winner, I leverage my 12 years of experience to offer personalized coaching that empowers players of all levels to elevate their game. Let's work together to unlock your pickleball potential, one strategic volley at a time!

"Well, I found the lesson with Susan quite practical, especially since we focused on placement and serving, which are areas I wanted to improve. It was quite helpful to get those specific tips. If you're thinking about trying a pickleball lesson, Susan might be worth a shot.

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.

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.

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.

"Hey, I gotta say, Jamie's lessons are quite helpful, especially since he's very good at explaining things clearly. Though I think I could still get better at some aspects of my game, he's definitely someone to consider if you're looking to improve. There's a lot of value in the way he breaks down techniques, and I think with more lessons, I'll see even more progress. Still, I appreciate the straightforward coaching style and look forward to continuing with him.

Though I have only been playing pickleball for a few years. My extensive racquet sports knowledge prepared me well for transition to pickleball. Ever since leaving competitive sports, I struggled to fill the hole that not playing sports left. Being a recent college graduate I had a hard time understanding why I was feeling empty and depressed entering this new chapter of my life. I realized that I needed to find a way to tap into my competitive nature, and Pickleball became passion. I played competitve youth tennis form the ages 4-14 and took lessons 4-5 dyas a week throughout that time. Thus, my knowledge of swing kinetics, footwork, and game strategy are very high. I am also a 5.0 DUPR rated player and play in tournaments with all the best players in the area. Recently, I was unofficially ranked top 20 in NEO. I am fun and outgoing individual, that will make learning quick and interesting for all ages.

With 3 years of pickleball experience I’m dedicated to helping you elevate your game. My focus is fostering skill development with strategic insights for all skill levels. Let's work together to achieve your pickleball aspirations!