Learn Pickleball with Josh
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Playing pickleball daily at a 4.0 skill level, frequenting SF's challenge courts, and diving into tournaments. Four years coaching basketball for kids aged 5-12, transitioning coaching skills to guide pickleball players aged 20-70. Balanced coaching approach – serious about skill development while making pickleball enjoyable. Ready to share my passion and experience to elevate your pickleball game!
Levels taught: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
Teaches: Kids, Adults, Seniors
🏅Sponsored Athlete
🎓2 years playing
🔥23 Lessons
⭐️Tournament winner
✨Tournament Competitor
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Reviews
Total reviews5
Average rating
5.0
Jeff
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 8
Josh is an incredible instructor who truly understands the game of pickleball. His patience and clear communication made it easy for me to grasp the fundamentals quickly. Within just a few weeks, I noticed a significant improvement in my serves and court positioning. He not only teaches the skills but also inspires confidence in your game. Highly recommend him to anyone looking to improve!
Alex
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 6
What sets Josh apart is his ability to break down complex techniques into simple steps. I struggled with my backhand for months, but after a few lessons with him, I feel like a completely different player. His leadership on the court keeps you motivated and focused. I’ve grown so much as a player, thanks to his guidance
Maya
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 5
Josh has been instrumental in taking my pickleball game to the next level. His attention to detail and constructive feedback helped me refine my strokes and improve my net game. I also appreciate how he emphasizes the mental side of the game, teaching strategies that have made me a smarter player. He’s a phenomenal coach who genuinely wants to see his students succeed!
Eric
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 4
Josh is a fantastic coach who truly cares about his students’ progress. He has a knack for identifying areas of improvement and tailoring drills to address them. My footwork and reaction time have improved dramatically since working with him. I’ve really gotten better and can notice the improvement when I go play at the parks with friends at just pickup locally.
Jeremy
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 4
As someone who was completely new to pickleball, I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. Josh’s ability to make lessons both fun and informative kept me coming back every week. He taught me the strategy behind the game, and now I feel confident playing in recreational matches. His leadership and passion for teaching really shine through.
Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:8 courts available
Moscone Park Playground
1800 Chestnut Street, San Francisco, CA, USA
2108.7 miles awayOutdoors
Louis Sutter Playground
University St & Wayland St, San Francisco, CA 94134, USA
2109.2 miles awayOutdoors
States Street Playground
86 States St, San Francisco, CA 94114, USA
2109.7 miles awayOutdoors
Buena Vista Park Court (US)
301 Buena Vista Ave E, San Francisco, CA 94117, USA
2109.7 miles awayOutdoors
Crocker Amazon
799 Moscow Street
2110.2 miles awayOutdoors
Carl Larsen Playground
850 Vicente St, San Francisco, CA 94116, USA
2112.1 miles awayOutdoors
Stern Park (tennis court)
618 Sloat Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94132
2112.4 miles awayOutdoors
Parkside Square (US)
Vicente St & 28th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116, USA
2112.7 miles awayOutdoors
Want a lesson at your home or a different location? We can help.
Availability
These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.sundays
6 AM - 7 PM
mondays
6 AM - 9 AM11 AM - 6 PM
tuesdays
6 AM - 9 AM11 AM - 6 PM
wednesdays
6 AM - 9 AM10:30 AM - 6 PM
thursdays
6 AM - 9 AM11 AM - 6 PM
fridays
6 AM - 9 AM11 AM - 3:30 PM
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonStarting off we will go over the rules and knowledge that each player knows, their prior experience, and then we will get into what their current skill is and how we can improve that.
Lesson 11+Bringing all the prior lessons into practice and really strengthening the confidence of the player to thrive and develop their skills into a more advanced player.
Lesson 4-10Continuing to build on the foundation but adding in situations and how to continue building skill.
Lesson 2-3We will dive deeper into the form and basics that lay the foundation for future success and development.
Advanced training plan
What you need to bringComfortable athletic clothing
What I can bringI have 1 extra paddle, pickle balls, and a net for court that do not have a court already
Frequently asked questions
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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.
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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!
JR
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