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Richard is a SuperCoach ranked in the top 3% coaches based on reliability, responsiveness and student feedback, often exceeding expectations.

Reliability

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

Average rating

4.9

23 ratings•13 reviews

Richard is a SuperCoach ranked in the top 3% coaches based on reliability, responsiveness and student feedback, often exceeding expectations.

Madison W.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 13•Verified ✓

Richard is a great coach! He gave me a ton of pointers and I've been improving fast. He's really knowledgeable and makes the lessons funs and challenging. It was great to finally play a game with other residents and put what I learned into action. If you’re looking to improve your pickleball skills, his lessons are definitely worth trying out! 🏓

Hendrik V.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 13•Verified ✓

Enjoyed the first lesson, Richard has a nice demeanor in laying out the game, rules and etiquette. I am looking forward to the next lesson.

SuiminVerified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓

I loved the mix of work coaching and fun games in Richard’s pickleball lesson. The session kept me engaged and active throughout. If you’re curious about improving your skills while enjoying a good game, Richard’s lessons are definitely worth trying out. You’ll have a great time and learn a lot in the process!

Lisa M.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓

I had the absolute pleasure of taking a pickleball lesson with Richard, and I couldn’t have asked for a better introduction to the sport! He was wonderfully thorough, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable. Richard has a gift for breaking things down in a way that makes the game approachable and easy to understand even for total beginners like me.

Mariam A.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓

Richard's first lesson was quite thorough, and I appreciated how he balanced covering all the rules with actually playing the ball around, which kept things engaging. Though, I think with a bit more movement and smoother hits, it could become even more effective. Still, it was a good experience and I’d consider trying Richard again for his knowledge and enthusiasm.

Aiman K.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓

Worked in the basics I would like to spend time to learn and enforce proper techniques, how to position, how to hit the ball, etc

Beginner training plan

Your first lessonRules of the game…safety…basic pickleball exercises…

Lesson 11+Competition confidence and desire for tournament play

Lesson 4-10Strategy, tournament possibilities, games against various players…fun filled experience

Lesson 2-3More advanced rules…studying your skills … dinking…slamming…fair play…pickleball routine workouts

Youth players

Working with kidsI’ve coach various sports for over 40 years covering ages 7-21. But, teaching young kids has always been rewarding once I see their reaction to their personal accomplishments. That growth is great!!

What you need to bringExtra water helps

What I can bringExtra balls and paddles

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Pickleball with Richard L.⭑ 4.9 (23 reviews)

How it works

Reputation

SuperCoach

🏆

Richard is a SuperCoach ranked in the top 3% coaches based on reliability, responsiveness and student feedback, often exceeding expectations.

Reliability

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

Average rating

4.9

23 ratings•13 reviews

Richard is a SuperCoach ranked in the top 3% coaches based on reliability, responsiveness and student feedback, often exceeding expectations.

Madison W.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 13•Verified ✓

Hendrik V.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 13•Verified ✓

Enjoyed the first lesson, Richard has a nice demeanor in laying out the game, rules and etiquette. I am looking forward to the next lesson.

SuiminVerified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓

Lisa M.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓

Mariam A.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓

Aiman K.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓

Worked in the basics I would like to spend time to learn and enforce proper techniques, how to position, how to hit the ball, etc

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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Coach Richard Lugo

Coach Richard Lugo

About your pickleball coach

Richard's availability

Richard's availability

Gold’s Gym Totowa

Clarks Pond (Tennis Court)

Riverside County Park - South Area (Tennis Court)

Monsignor Owens Park (tennis court)

Belgrove Playground (Donald Scott Memorial Playground) (Tennis Court)

West Hudson Park (Tennis Court)

Tamblyn Field (Tennis Court)

Soverel Park (Tennis Court)

Pulaski Park (Tennis Court)

Rutherford Memorial Park (Tennis Court)

De Muro Park (Tennis Court)

Dunney Park (Tennis Court)

Third Ward Park (tennis court)

Glen Ridge Country Club (Tennis Court)

Latteri Park (Tennis Court)

Pickleball + Basketball Court

The Island School (CQ)

Glen Ridge Country Club (Tennis Court)

Belleville High School (Tennis Court)

Pochek Park

Samuel Nelkin County Park (Tennis Court)

New Harrison High School (Tennis Court)

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Reputation

Cancellation Policy

Closest cities

Closest cities

Coach Richard Lugo

Coach Richard Lugo

About your pickleball coach

Richard's availability

Richard's availability

Gold’s Gym Totowa

Clarks Pond (Tennis Court)

Riverside County Park - South Area (Tennis Court)

Monsignor Owens Park (tennis court)

Belgrove Playground (Donald Scott Memorial Playground) (Tennis Court)

West Hudson Park (Tennis Court)

Tamblyn Field (Tennis Court)

Soverel Park (Tennis Court)

Pulaski Park (Tennis Court)

Rutherford Memorial Park (Tennis Court)

De Muro Park (Tennis Court)

Dunney Park (Tennis Court)

Third Ward Park (tennis court)

Glen Ridge Country Club (Tennis Court)

Latteri Park (Tennis Court)

Pickleball + Basketball Court

The Island School (CQ)

Glen Ridge Country Club (Tennis Court)

Belleville High School (Tennis Court)

Pochek Park

Samuel Nelkin County Park (Tennis Court)

New Harrison High School (Tennis Court)

Accomplishments

Specializations