Learn Pickleball with Harrison
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Hi! I’ve been playing pickleball for over a year and a half and racket sports for over 10. I found out that I love teaching and improving people’s skills on the court. We’ll be focusing on making you a strong and strategic pickleball player with drills and high quality post-lesson videos of your gameplay. I can’t wait to start lessons with you!
Levels taught: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors
🏅Experienced Player
🎓1 years playing
🔥27 Lessons
⭐️Silver medalist in mixed doubles tournament
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Reviews
Total reviews15
Average rating
5.0
Amy
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 2
Coming from tennis, I wanted to play pickleball as a faster and stronger player. Harrison ran lots of drills to make make me faster, but instead of driving we focused on hands speed since that was my biggest area to improve in.
He showed me how different grips can be used for different shots, how less is more at the kitchen, and the importance of dropping the ball especially against people who are bangers. I haven’t taken too many lessons, but I can’t wait to learn more!
Anton
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 4
I booked lessons with Harrison to improve my court positioning and confidence coming up to the kitchen. I’m still getting there, but learning from him made me realize that dropping the ball rather than always driving is usually smarter.
He pointed out my unorthodox technique, and instead of fixing it outright he told me the pros and cons to what I’m doing. He’s an understanding guy, and I’d suggest taking lessons from him if you feel like there’s a gap in your gameplay.
Kaylin
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5
I took pickleball lessons from Harrison after I took tennis lessons. However, Harrison’s lessons were 1 on 1 instead of in a group which, admittedly, put me way out of my comfort zone.
It took around 3 lessons for me to get used to single instruction. I felt overwhelmed at first, but Harrison took his time and eased back and ran drills instead of going over the game plans. He helped me get more confident on the court and now I feel like I can plan with other beginners.
Steph
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 3
I started taking lessons with Harrison, as we play at the same court. We started off hitting aggressive dinks, and he showed me what a good dink was and what a bad one was.
He insisted on running lots of drills and practicing consistency, and I’ve noticed that I’m much stronger at the kitchen than my friends! If you want a chill but intense coach, take some lessons with Harrison.
Mathew
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 3
When I started lessons with Harrison, he was great at accommodating me. He knew that I would be more open to learning if we focused on having fun first.
Instead of going over a ton of rules and technique, he encouraged me to use my backhand and just feel the game out. It’s been challenging but informative, and I definitely will continue to take more lessons with him!
Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:6 courts available
Fox Hills Park
Buckingham Pkwy & Green Valley Cir, Culver City, CA 90230, USA
1982.8 miles awayOutdoors
Culver City Paddle Tennis Courts
Culver Blvd & Elenda St, Culver City, CA 90230, USA
1983.1 miles awayOutdoors
Westchester Recreation Center
7000 W Manchester Ave, Westchester, Los Angeles, CA 90045, United States
1984.8 miles awayOutdoors
Culver West Alexander Park
Culver West Alexander Park, 4162 Wade St, Los Angeles, CA 90066, USA
1985 miles awayOutdoors
Glen Alla Park
4601 Alla Rd, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292, USA
1985.1 miles awayOutdoors
Memorial Park
1401 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404, USA
1986.8 miles awayOutdoors
Availability
These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.sundays
3 PM - 9 PM
mondays
7 AM - 9 PM
tuesdays
7 AM - 9 PM
wednesdays
7 AM - 9 PM
thursdays
7 AM - 9 PM
fridays
7 AM - 9 PM
saturdays
7 AM - 9 PM
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonIf you’re just starting off, I’ll start off on game rules and what a pickleball point looks like. Focusing on the serve and dinking, we’ll also hit the ball together for you to get a feel of the game.
Lesson 11+These next lessons are up to you. You must ask yourself what you want to improve on and I’ll focus on the how. Anything from hands battles, all-out drives, or perfect drops, I’ll get you to the level you desire.
Lesson 4-10If you’re feeling confident with your basic pickleball mechanics, I’ll go over how the game is actually played and won. Using drills like the third shot drop and the speed, you’ll begin combining your skills with game strategy.
Lesson 2-3After our first lesson, we’ll keep going over the importance of a deep serve and low dinks. I’ll be reviewing your grip, posture, and footwork to best help you hit the ball.
Advanced training plan
Your first lessonIf you’re advanced at this game, you already know what you want from a coach. We’ll be talking strategy and I’ll be making achievable goals on how you can make consistent growth.
Lesson 11+These ongoing lessons will be based on your passion to drill, lab out new techniques, and get advice on your game. If you feel like you’re in a roadblock, I’ll help you get out of it.
Lesson 4-10These lessons will all be about technique. I’ll be hyper critical of your practice to get you to your goals. I will be filming to show you immediately what you are doing well and what can be improved.
Lesson 2-3Going on with your goals, I’ll continue observing your progress and also monitoring if you have room for improvement in other areas.
Youth players
Working with kidsI’ve worked with kids and tweens quite a bit. The biggest factor I look out for is attitude. I believe in a firm yet encouraging approach, whether it’s young picklers or a more advanced one. Kids need to be encouraged and worked with their strengths more, and that is something I love doing!
Working with teenagersIt’s a privilege to work with teens because they almost always have a great amount of talent in the sport! I try to quickly find where their talent lies and base a game plan around it. Just like everyone else, I’ll be encouraging you a lot while also being a kind teacher.
What you need to bringNothing! Except for a can-do attitude and maybe some sunscreen
What I can bringI will bring multiple paddles, professional outdoor pickleballs, a full-length pickleball net, and instructional aides to help you!
Frequently asked questions
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Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
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