Pickleball lessons with
Coach Nicole Diaz
From$56.70 per lesson
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Pickleball lessons with
Coach Nicole Diaz
From$56.70 per lesson
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Happy Student ScoreOutstanding
This coach is very reliable and responsive. Students are very satisfied and regularly return for more lessons.
Coach Rating
4.8
99
Happy Student ScoreOutstanding
This coach is very reliable and responsive. Students are very satisfied and regularly return for more lessons.
Coach Rating
4.8
About your pickleball coach
With two years of pickleball instruction under my belt, I blend proven techniques with personalized guidance. My experience as a seasoned player enriches my coaching, fostering growth in a fun and supportive environment. I am dedicated to helping you elevate your game!
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Teaches: Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates
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Lives in: Albuquerque, New Mexico
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Years Playing: Not specified
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Given: 29 lessons
Nicole's availability
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Nicole's availability
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Near Albuquerque, New Mexico
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Accomplishments
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Beginner training plan
Your first lessonIn the first session, players will get familiar with the basics of pickleball. We'll start with a quick explanation of the court layout, the equipment, and the basic rules of the game. Players will learn how to hold the paddle correctly and practice the ready position and simple footwork. We'll introduce the underhand serve and have them practice serving into the correct box. Players will also try returning a serve and learn about the two-bounce rule. We'll wrap up with a few fun and informal rallies or mini games so everyone gets a feel for hitting the ball back and forth.
Lesson 11+In these ongoing sessions, we’ll shift the focus to making all the skills more consistent and applying them in full games. Players will refine their serve, return, dinks, and third shot drops with better accuracy and depth. We’ll work on smart shot selection and court awareness. Each session will include more live play and competitive games, with feedback from the coach. Players will also learn how to read opponents and make adjustments. This is where we bring everything together so players feel confident and prepared to play recreational games or even enter beginner tournaments.
Lesson 4-10During this stage, players will start to learn more advanced beginner skills and movement. We’ll introduce the third shot drop—a soft shot used to move up to the net—and practice transitioning from the baseline to the kitchen line. Players will work on staying out of the non-volley zone and learn how to play as a team in doubles. Communication, court positioning, and decision-making will be a big part of these lessons. Each session will include focused drills followed by game-like scenarios where players can practice strategies in live play.
Lesson 2-3In these next two lessons, we’ll focus on building control and consistency. Players will practice serving and returning with more accuracy, and we'll introduce forehand and backhand groundstrokes. A big focus will be learning to dink—soft shots near the net—and how to move and control the ball with more intention. We'll also go over basic footwork and how to get into a good position to hit. Drills will help players improve rally skills, and we'll end with short games or point play to apply what they’ve learned in real time.
What you need to bringWater source and proper pickleball outfit
What I can bringNet , Pickleballs , pickleball paddles
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!
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