Pickleball π lessons with
Coach Jonathan Williams
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Pickleball π lessons with
Coach Jonathan Williams
Get a free trial lesson
Get a free trial lesson
Pay $0 today$71per lesson after trial82
Happy Student ScoreFair
Jonathan is dependable, though reschedules are more frequent. Best if your schedule is flexible.
Coach Rating
4.7
7 ratings4 reviews
82
Happy Student ScoreFair
Jonathan is dependable, though reschedules are more frequent. Best if your schedule is flexible.
Coach Rating
4.7
7 ratings4 reviews
About your pickleball coach
Pickleball isn't just a game, it's a passion I love sharing with others. As a tournament winner with 8 years of coaching experience, I bring a unique blend of expertise and enthusiasm to every lesson. Let's work together to elevate your game and unlock your full potential on the court.
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Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners
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Lives in: Lynnwood, Washington
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Years Playing: 8 years
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Given: 13 lessons
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Accomplishments
π3.85 DUPR
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Tournament Winner
Certifications & Badges
πPCI Certified
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonWe will meet and greet, then discuss some of the fundamental rules of pickleball.
After assessing the students basic understandings we may choose to play a little or go straight to beginner drills focusing on topics such as swing form and technique, footwork, and conditioning.
Lesson 11+Lesson 11+: Advanced Fundamentals & Game Strategy
β’ Shot Selection β Choosing the right shot in different situations
β’ Net Control β Poaching, stacking, and dominating the kitchen line
β’ Fast Ball Defense β Blocking and resetting under pressure
β’ Lobs & Overheads β Offensive lobs and defending them effectively
β’ Game Scenarios β Playing out points with strategy and feedback
β’ Tournament Prep β Rules, formats, and competitive mindset
Lesson 4-10Lesson 4: Serve & Return Depth
β’ Focus: Deep, consistent serves and returns
β’ Drills: Target zones, return placement
β’ Game: Serve/return-only mini games
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Lesson 5: Third Shot Drop
β’ Focus: Intro to the third shot drop (soft landing in kitchen)
β’ Drills: Drop shots from baseline
β’ Game: 3-shot sequence drill (serve, return, drop)
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Lesson 6: Net Play & Volleys
β’ Focus: Control at the net, blocking volleys
β’ Drills: Volley-to-volley, punch volleys
β’ Game: No-bounce rallies at the net
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Lesson 7: Transition Zone & Footwork
β’ Focus: Moving from baseline to net safely
β’ Drills: Shadow footwork, split-step timing
β’ Game: Transition game (earn the net)
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Lesson 8: Doubles Strategy Basics
β’ Focus: Positioning, communication, stacking intro
β’ Drills: Cross-court dinks, partner rotations
β’ Game: Doubles with side switch every 5 points
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Lesson 9: Defending & Resetting
β’ Focus: Resetting hard shots into soft shots
β’ Drills: Block-to-soft reset from midcourt
β’ Game: One team attacks, one defends/reset
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Lesson 10: Game Play & Review
β’ Focus: Reinforce all skills, build confidence
β’ Activity: Round robin or full games
β’ Feedback: Individual tips + progress recognition
Lesson 2-3Lesson 2: Consistency & Movement
1. Warm-Up (10 mins)
β’ Dynamic movement + dinking warm-up
2. Review Basics (5 mins)
β’ Grip, stance, rules check-in
3. Drills (30 mins)
β’ Dinking with movement
β’ Groundstroke accuracy (targets)
β’ Serve + return consistency
β’ Intro to volleys (no swing, just block)
4. Game Play (10 mins)
β’ Half-court or doubles mini games
5. Wrap-Up (5 mins)
β’ Key tips: control > power, stay low
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Lesson 3: Strategy & Doubles Play
1. Warm-Up (10 mins)
β’ Dink rally + footwork
2. Quick Review (5 mins)
β’ Volleys, groundstrokes, kitchen rule
3. Drills (30 mins)
β’ Third shot drop intro
β’ Transition zone footwork
β’ Doubles communication drill
4. Game Play (10 mins)
β’ Full doubles game with coach feedback
5. Wrap-Up (5 mins)
β’ Focus tip: patience, smart shot choices
Youth players
Working with kidsAdapting Pickleball for Kids
β’ Keep It Short & Fun: Use 5β10 min activities with lots of movement
β’ Game-Based Learning: Turn drills into fun games (e.g., hit the target, rally challenge)
β’ Simplify Rules: Focus on one rule or skill per lesson
β’ Positive Vibes: Praise effort, keep energy high, use teams for fun
Working with teenagersAdapting Pickleball for Kids
β’ Keep It Short & Fun: Use 5β10 min activities with lots of movement
β’ Game-Based Learning: Turn drills into fun games (e.g., hit the target, rally challenge)
β’ Simplify Rules: Focus on one rule or skill per lesson
β’ Positive Vibes: Praise effort, keep energy high, use teams for fun
What you need to bringPaddle, water bottle.
What I can bringBalls, cones.
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
We totally understand that life can be unpredictable and plans might change. That's
why we've got your back with our flexible cancellation policy, designed to give you
peace of mind when booking private sports lessons with our awesome local instructors!
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!