Play Pickleball at Leffingwell Ranch Park Tennis Center

Building on a diverse sports background, I've transitioned from dedicating myself to tennis, ping-pong, and badminton to becoming a 4.5 rated Pickleball player. Now, I channel my joy and expertise into teaching the game, ready to share this exhilarating sport with you and your friends! With my broad background and dedication, I'm here to guide your journey! I recommend 90 minutes if you are doing one session only.

"The teacher told me to do harder strength when I am right next to the base line and gentle strength when I am right next to the kitchen line.

Hi there, I'm Tom, a dedicated IPTPA Level 1 certified Pickleball instructor with a strong foundation in the sport, backed by 2 years of playing experience. Recently played in PPA Las Vegas and finished with silver in 4.5 Mens Singles. Having triumphed in Round Robin events at Tustin Pickleball, I bring over two decades of tennis expertise, infusing a unique perspective into pickleball coaching. Finished with the gold at recent CAPA event at Los Cab Club. Passionate about nurturing skills in a fun and enjoyable manner, I'm committed to helping players of all levels excel on the court. Let's get out there and have some fun while learning!

"Tom is a great coach. Gives clear instructions and good technical descriptions on how to hit certain shots.

Discovering the joy of pickleball is a journey best shared with a passionate guide. As an experienced player, I bring my love for the game and a year of dedicated coaching to every lesson, helping new players build confidence and experience the thrill of this exciting sport.

25, 4.5-5.0 DUPR, 1 mo. experience 🥒, 5 yr coach, 20 yrs 🎾🏓🥒 racket sports. I work with players of all skill levels, focusing on technical development, strategic shot selection, court positioning, and anticipation to elevate their overall performance.

"As a total beginner, I was nervous to start, but Coach [Name] made everything easy to understand. He’s patient, clear, and builds fundamentals step by step. After just a few lessons, I felt confident joining open play. Highly recommend for anyone new to pickleball.