Pickleball 🏓 lessons with
Coach Ivan Tran
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Pickleball 🏓 lessons with
Coach Ivan Tran
Get a free trial lesson
Get a free trial lesson
Pay $0 today$57per lesson after trial98
Happy Student ScoreOutstanding
Ivan is very reliable and responsive. Students are usually very satisfied.
Coach Rating
4.7
19 ratings12 reviews
98
Happy Student ScoreOutstanding
Ivan is very reliable and responsive. Students are usually very satisfied.
Coach Rating
4.7
19 ratings12 reviews
About your pickleball coach
Driven by a lifelong love of pickleball and fueled by my experience as a college athlete, I empower players to reach their full potential. With four years of coaching experience, I combine proven techniques with a fun, supportive approach to help you excel. Let's get on the court and elevate your game together!
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Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates
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Lives in: Not specified
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Years Playing: Not specified
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Given: 80 lessons
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Accomplishments
🏓5.0 DUPR
🏅Global Competitor
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Certifications & Badges
📝DUPR Certified
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonLesson 1: Introduction to Pickleball
Objective: Understand the basics of pickleball, including its history, equipment, and court layout.
Activities:
Discuss the origin and growth of pickleball.
Introduce equipment: paddle, ball, and appropriate attire.
Explain the court dimensions and markings.
Demonstrate basic grip and ready stance.
Lesson 2-3Lesson 2: Fundamental Strokes – Forehand and Backhand
Objective: Develop proper techniques for forehand and backhand groundstrokes.
Activities:
Warm-up drills focusing on footwork.
Practice forehand strokes: emphasis on swing mechanics and follow-through.
Practice backhand strokes: two-handed and one-handed variations.
Partner drills to reinforce stroke consistency.
Lesson 4-10Lesson 4: Return of Serve and Court Positioning
Objective: Effectively return serves and understand basic court positioning.
Activities:
Discuss the importance of the return of serve.
Practice forehand and backhand returns.
Introduce court positioning: ready stance and movement after the return.
Simulated points focusing on serve and return dynamics.
Lesson 5: The Volley and Net Play
Objective: Master volley techniques and strategies for effective net play.
Activities:
Explain the volley: definition and purpose.
Drills for forehand and backhand volleys.
Discuss net positioning and the importance of the "no-volley zone" (kitchen).
Practice drills emphasizing quick reflexes and soft hands at the net.
Lesson 6: The Dink Shot
Objective: Introduce and practice the dink shot to control the pace of the game.
Activities:
Define the dink shot and its strategic value.
Demonstrate proper dink technique.
Partner drills focusing on cross-court and straight dinks.
Mini-games emphasizing dink rallies.
Lesson 7: Third Shot Strategies
Objective: Understand and execute the third shot drop and drive.
Activities:
Discuss the significance of the third shot in setting up the point.
Demonstrate the third shot drop: technique and purpose.
Practice third shot drops and drives in drills.
Simulated scenarios to decide between a drop or drive
Lesson 11+Lesson 10: Defensive Skills and Lobbing
Objective: Enhance defensive techniques and learn the lob shot.
Activities:
Teach defensive positioning and shot selection under pressure.
Introduce the lob shot: technique and when to use it.
Drills combining defensive plays and lobbing.
Situational games to practice defense-to-offense transitions.
Lesson 11: Match Play and Strategy Review
Objective: Apply all learned skills in match scenarios and refine strategies.
Activities:
Conduct full matches with real-time coaching.
Provide feedback on shot selection, positioning, and strategy.
Discuss areas for improvement and set goals for future play.
Celebrate progress and encourage continued practice.
What you need to bringTheir own paddle of choice
What I can bringBalls and paddles
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
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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!
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!