Book Matt Ryan - Pickleball coach near Garnet Valley, Pennsylvania

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Outstanding

Reliability

Always reliable ⭐ Shows up on time and ready to teach every lesson. You can count on them.

Avg. time to confirm lessons10 hours

Average rating

5.0

Kevin A.Verified ✓

Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓

Matt is an incredible instructor. He has deep knowledge and experience with the game and was immediately able to assess where I was in my pickleball journey and provide me guidance and skills building exercises. After one lesson I noticed an improvement and felt more confident as a player. I very much look forward to continuing to work with him.

Jody B.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓

Matt was great- so helpful and patient with a complete novice

Aidan.d

•Lessons taken: 1•

Matt Ryan's coaching prowess shines through in his ability to combine technical expertise with a friendly and approachable teaching style. His passion for pickleball is infectious, and his patience and encouragement create an ideal learning environment for players of all levels. Matt is truly a standout in the pickleball community!

Albert F

•Lessons taken: 1•

Matt has a great demeanor and easy to work with. He is very accommodating with scheduling. His insight is great and noticed some technique flaws which really improved my consistency and game overall. I would highly recommend if you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced player looking to improve your game.

Catherine C

•Lessons taken: 1•

Coach Matt is an exceptional pickleball instructor who excels in teaching strokes, form, and strategy while providing insightful feedback on every point. His professionalism, supportive nature, and ability to make lessons fun make him a fantastic coach for anyone looking to improve their game.

Agastya b

•Lessons taken: 1•

Mr. Ryan is a really great pickleball coach. He knew how to play pickleball really well and I really enjoyed playing long pickleball matches against him. Additionally, he brought many other players into our club, which meant I got to play against a variety of styles.

Pickleball with Matt R.⭑ 5.0 (30 reviews)

How it works

Beginner training plan

Your first lessonHave a chat about objectives for our lesson together. Go over court markings. Terminologies. Game play rules. Learn proper foot work and before play preparation.Start lessons on dinks, for-hand mechanics and learning serve.

Lesson 11+Work on game strategy. Shot selection. Teach game scenarios. Continue perfecting for-hand back-hand and volleys and drop shot. Start learning what to expect after a shot is made.

Lesson 4-10Continue to drill for-hand. Work on serving. Learn serve return. Learn drop shots and why. Learn higher level dinking.

Lesson 2-3Continue working on proper For-hand mechanics. Introduce back hand lesson.Learn blocking and volleys. Continue developing serves. Practice doubles game play using simulation.

Youth players

Working with kidsWhen working with kids in Pickleball, keep sessions fun, fast-paced, and focused on fundamentals through games and repetition. Start each session with a dynamic warm-up and movement-based game to build coordination, followed by short skill-building segments like paddle control, dinks, serves, and groundstrokes, adjusted for age and ability. Use creative drills like “Kitchen Knockout” or “Serve the Target” to keep them engaged while learning court awareness and teamwork. Emphasize encouragement, communication, and basic strategy over strict technique, and always wrap up with a quick review, high fives, and a fun challenge they can try at home.

Working with teenagersWhen working with teenagers in Pickleball, focus on building strong fundamentals while introducing strategy, competitive gameplay, and teamwork. Keep sessions dynamic and challenging with structured drills that develop shot consistency, footwork, and court positioning. Teenagers respond well to game-based learning, so include point play, mini-tournaments, and scenario-based drills to keep them engaged. Encourage them to think tactically—when to attack, when to reset—and foster a positive, goal-oriented environment where they can improve, compete, and have fun

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!

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About your pickleball coach

Matt's availability

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Delco Turf and Pickle

Water Tower Rec Center

Bala Ave Park

Paddock Park

Radnor Middle School

Wynnewood Valley Park

Westgate Hills Park

Warren Filipone Memorial Park

Springfield YMCA

Grange Estate

Ashbridge Park

Wynnewood Valley Park

Accomplishments

Certifications & Badges