Learn Pickleball with Simo
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Let me ignite your passion for pickleball! As a tournament winner with three years of coaching experience, I'm dedicated to helping players of all levels elevate their game. Get ready to learn, laugh, and smash some volleys!
Levels taught: Beginners, Intermediates
Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors
🏅Tournament Winner
📝DUPR Certified
🎓3 years coaching
🔥5 Lessons
⭐️Tournament winner, 4 Gold Medals
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Reviews
Total reviews5
Average rating
5.0
Rachel P.
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 15
As an intermediate pickleball player, I’ve been working on improving my shot selection, consistency, and strategy. Practicing my skills with Simo has helped me refine my game, especially in mixing up spins and power while also knowing when to reset the point. One of my biggest challenges has been mastering the third-shot drop and positioning at the kitchen, but I’m seeing progress. Footwork and anticipation are becoming more crucial, especially against stronger opponents. It’s exciting to develop my skills, and I’m looking forward to continuing to level up my game and win tournaments in the future
Jessica H.
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 35
As a beginner in pickleball, I’ve been learning the basics and improving my consistency, especially with serves, volleys, and shot placement. Playing with Simo has helped me understand positioning, patience, and when to use power versus control. One of my biggest challenges has been reacting quickly at the kitchen line, but I’m getting better at anticipating shots. I’m also working on my footwork and learning to reset points instead of rushing. Pickleball has been a fun and fast-paced sport to learn, and I’m excited to keep improving my skills!
Mitch H.
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 22
is an excellent coach who helped take my pickleball game to the next level. As an intermediate player, I needed to refine my shot selection, improve my consistency, and develop better strategy—all of which he helped me achieve. His ability to break down techniques like the third shot drop, dinking, and court positioning made a huge difference in my game. I feel more confident, controlled, and competitive on the court, and I highly recommend Simo to anyone looking to improve their skills!
Cooper B.
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 11
Simo is a fantastic coach who truly understands how to take an intermediate player to the next level. He helped me refine my technique, improve my shot selection, and add more control to my spins and power shots. His strategic insights have made a huge difference in my game, especially in doubles play. Thanks to Simo’s coaching, I feel more confident, competitive, and able to adapt to different opponents. I highly recommend him to anyone serious about improving their pickleball skills!
Adam E.
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 18
Simo is an incredible pickleball coach! He helped me improve my spin, power, and overall consistency on the court. With his guidance, I’ve developed better shot placement and strategy, making me a more confident and competitive player. His clear instructions and personalized coaching have made a huge difference in my game—I highly recommend Simo to anyone looking to take their skills to the next level!
Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:24 courts available
Sickles High School (tennis court)
7950 Gunn Hwy, Tampa, FL 33626
821.5 miles awayOutdoors
Carrollwood Meadows Recreation Center (tennis court)
13918 Farmington Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33625
822 miles awayOutdoors
Tampa Jewish Community Center (tennis court)
13009 Community Campus Drive, Tampa, FL 33625
822.2 miles awayOutdoors
Tampa Bay Pickleball
180 Race Track Rd Building H, Oldsmar, FL 34677, USA
824.2 miles awayIndoors
Countryway Golf Club (tennis court)
11111 West Waters Ave, Tampa, FL 33615
824.5 miles awayOutdoors
Bicentennial Park Pickleball Courts
Organic Community Garden, 423 Lafayette Blvd, Oldsmar, FL 34677, USA
824.8 miles awayOutdoors
Capital One (tennis court)
8705 Henderson Rd, Tampa, FL 33634
824.9 miles awayOutdoors
Spartan Ct (tennis court)
8696 Spartan Ct, Town 'n' Country, FL 33634
824.9 miles awayOutdoors
Bicentennial Park (tennis court)
423 Lafayette Blvd, Oldsmar, FL 34677
824.9 miles awayOutdoors
Woodlake Park
9207 Woodlake Blvd, Tampa, FL 33615, USA
825.2 miles awayOutdoors
Alonso High School (tennis court)
8302 Montague St, Tampa, FL 33635
825.4 miles awayOutdoors
Children's Home Inc (tennis court)
10909 Memorial Highway, Tampa, FL 33615
825.8 miles awayOutdoors
Cuban Civic Club (tennis court)
10905 Memorial Highway, Tampa, FL 33615
826 miles awayOutdoors
Leto High School (tennis court)
4409 W Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33614
826.2 miles awayOutdoors
Town and Country Recreation Center Park (tennis court)
6039 Hanley Road, Tampa, FL 33634
826.8 miles awayOutdoors
Town 'N Country Park
7002 W Hanna Ave, Tampa, FL 33634, USA
826.8 miles awayOutdoors
Tampa Racquet Club Condo (tennis court)
5820 North Church Avenue, Egypt Lake-Leto, FL 33614
826.9 miles awayOutdoors
Alexander Recreation Center (tennis court)
5602 North Lois Avenue, Tampa, FL 33614
827.2 miles awayOutdoors
Safety Harbor Resort and Spa (tennis court)
105 North Bayshore Drive, Safety Harbor, FL 34695
827.4 miles awayOutdoors
Berkeley Preparatory School (tennis court)
4811 Kelly Rd, Town 'n' Country, FL 33615
827.7 miles awayOutdoors
Tampa Tennis Center (tennis court)
4200 N Hale Ave, Tampa, FL 33614
828.6 miles awayOutdoors
Skyway Park
3901 George Rd, Tampa, FL 33634, USA
828.7 miles awayOutdoors
HCC Tennis Center
3901 W Tampa Bay Blvd, Tampa, FL 33614, USA
828.8 miles awayOutdoors
Jefferson Senior High School (tennis court)
4401 W Cypress St, Tampa, FL 33607
830.2 miles awayOutdoors
Availability
These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.sundays
8 AM - 8 PM
mondays
8 AM - 8 PM
tuesdays
8 AM - 8 PM
wednesdays
8 AM - 8 PM
thursdays
8 AM - 8 PM
fridays
8 AM - 8 PM
saturdays
8 AM - 8 PM
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonReinforce proper grip, stance, and basic strokes (dinks, volleys, groundstrokes)
• Work on consistency through controlled rallies.
• Introduce the serve and return, emphasizing placement over power.
• Teach basic court positioning, including moving with a partner in doubles.
• Play mini-games to apply skills in a relaxed setting
Lesson 11+
• Continue refining strokes, consistency, and shot placement.
• Introduce spin techniques (topspin, backspin) for more control.
• Work on anticipation and reading opponents’ shots.
• Play full games with coaching on real-time decision-making.
Throughout each lesson, keep drills engaging and provide personalized feedback based on the player’s strengths and areas for improvement. The key is to ensure they’re continuously progressing while still having fun!
Lesson 4-10Teach blocking and resetting against hard shots.
• Work on footwork for better movement and balance.
• Introduce offensive shot selection—when to drive, drop, or lob.
• Play more structured points with coaching feedback
Lesson 2-3Focus on dinking strategy and patience at the net.
• Introduce the third shot drop and when to use it.
• Work on transitioning from the baseline to the kitchen line.
• Practice soft hands and paddle control.
Advanced training plan
What you need to bringWear comfortable clothing and their own paddle if they play with one
What I can bringI can bring the paddles, the balls and refreshments for the lesson (cold water, sports drinks)
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.
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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