Best 33 coaches for Pickleball lessons near Peoria, AZ

I'm a dynamic sports enthusiast with a knack for leadership and a passion for competition. From college tennis to captaining a 4.5 Men's League team in Phoenix, I've thrived in various athletic arenas. As a head coach for high school volleyball and captain for advanced adult volleyball teams, I've honed my skills on and off the court. I compete daily with top-rated players in pickleball, securing victories like the AZ vs. Las Vegas Asian doubles tournament. Beyond my successes, I've also shared my expertise, teaching and mentoring others, including my sister, who has risen to become the #1 female pickleball player in Asia.

"My coach ensured I continued to develop skills from one lesson to another.

I am honored to serve as the Head Coach of Club Sports Pickleball at Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, AZ, where I bring my expertise as a PPR certified professional coach and IPTPA Certified Instructor. With over 30 years of coaching experience, I specialize in providing tailored instruction through individual sessions, group classes, and clinics. Previously, I co-owned Armour Pickleball and currently teach as a professor in the College of Theology in Phoenix, AZ, while also serving as a USA Pickleball Ambassador, promoting the sport's growth and community engagement nationwide.

"My first session with Matt went very well! We focused on different grips, ball control dinking in the kitchen with forehand, backhand, and driving higher balls with strategic placement.

Former youth basketball coach turned PPA tournament competitor. 4.5 player and PPR certified. Let's get pickling! 4.0 National Champion - Gold Medalist PPR Certified

"I felt like I was stagnant in my pickleball games, not really improving beyond that 3.5 level. Jackson spent time with my to improve minor aspects of my game and now I can read the game so much easier, I'm in better position to take good shots, and most importantly, I am improving again!

Greetings! With an extensive tennis background from my younger days, I seamlessly transitioned to the world of pickleball, playing passionately 4-5 times a week and achieving a level around 5.0. I've been coaching pickleball even before it rose to its current popularity, backed by my PPR certification. Our sessions will delve deep: from understanding your background to analyzing your swings, from mastering the basic rules to perfecting that volley back and forth. Together, we'll ensure your grip is spot-on, and in the process, uncover and refine your unique play style.

"New-ish player with no previous racket sports experience. We took it back to the basics to get rid of bad habits I’ve picked up and now develop a proper foundation to build on.

With forty years immersed in the world of racquet sports, from tennis to squash, racquetball, and now pickleball, I've honed my skills both on and off the court. Throughout my lifetime, I've held numerous leadership positions that have allowed me to excel in teaching, public speaking, and mentorship. Whether coaching players to victory, delivering compelling speeches, or guiding others to success, my passion for racquet sports and leadership shines through. With a wealth of experience and a lifetime commitment to excellence, I'm dedicated to sharing my knowledge and empowering others to thrive in the world of racquet sports and beyond.

"Bill gave me great advice on my form and technique to become more consistent when hitting from the baseline through the transition zone to the kitchen.