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Choplin Hood Park (Tennis Court)Pickleball Venue in Independence, MO

5.0(12 coach reviews)
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1 coach•From $50 per lesson
Choplin Hood Park (Tennis Court) - Pickleball venue🏓Independence, MO

Outdoor pickleball court in Independence

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Choplin Hood Park (Tennis Court) - Pickleball venue🏓Independence, MO
Courts
2
Setting
Outdoor
open-air
Parking
On-site

1 pickleball coach at Choplin Hood Park (Tennis Court)

Every coach below teaches at Choplin Hood Park (Tennis Court). Pick the one that fits your level - they handle the rest.

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About Bob

I am a member of the St. Louis Shock MiLP pickleball team and 2025 National Senior Games finalist, I will bring passion, pride and commitment to the learning experience! Having honed my skills to tournament-winning levels and participating in National, regional and local events over the past several years, I'm excited to share my passion for pickleball! I've spent the last three years coaching players of all levels, helping them refine their game and discovering the joy of this incredible sport. If you or someone you know want to learn the basics and fundamentals of this great game give me your best and I will do the same.

What students say...

"Practiced serve. Return of serve, volleying ,volleying cross court, staying back until return of serve is played , becoming more cognizant of kitchen. Gained more experience playing in foursome.

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Bob

Bio: I am a member of the St. Louis Shock MiLP pickleball team and 2025 National Senior Games finalist, I will bring passion, pride and commitment to the learning experience! Having honed my skills to tournament-winning levels and participating in National, regional and local events over the past several years, I'm excited to share my passion for pickleball! I've spent the last three years coaching players of all levels, helping them refine their game and discovering the joy of this incredible sport. If you or someone you know want to learn the basics and fundamentals of this great game give me your best and I will do the same.
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18 Lessons given
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About Choplin Hood Park (Tennis Court)

Choplin Hood Park in Independence, MO offers 2 outdoor hard tennis courts suitable for pickleball, surrounded by green spaces in a public park setting.

When to come
A steady-traffic venue. Lessons book up fastest on weekday evenings and weekend mornings.
Amenities
  • On-site parking
  • Outdoor facility
Hours

Public park access during daylight hours, first come first serve.

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Where you'll play

1797 N Trail Ridge Dr, Independence, MO 64050

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Lessons at Choplin Hood Park (Tennis Court), explained

Lessons at Choplin Hood Park (Tennis Court) start at $50 per lesson. The exact price depends on the coach, the session length, and whether you book solo or split a group lesson with friends — and your first lesson is always free.

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Reviews for coaches at Choplin Hood Park (Tennis Court)

5.0(12 coach reviews)
Laurie P.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
Our first time playing pickleball. We learned rules, scoring, court layout, practiced volleying and baseline hits . It was a blast . Bob is an enthusiastic and skillful coach! Will absolutely schedule more lessons w him .
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Laurie P.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
Practiced serve. Return of serve, volleying ,volleying cross court, staying back until return of serve is played , becoming more cognizant of kitchen. Gained more experience playing in foursome.
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Lisa B.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
Consistent, targeted instruction, designed to make his students well versed in all aspects of pickleball. He is a fantastic coach, and I look forward to each lesson.
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Lisa B.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
Fantastic coach! He pays close attention to form and gives advice accordingly. I noticed improvement after one lesson!
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Logan F.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Bob is patient, kind, and extremely knowledgeable. His instruction is clear, focused, and specific. Highly recommend!
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Lisa B.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
After every lesson with Bob, I leave markedly improved!! Bonus points for great personality.
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Barb H.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 3•Verified ✓
Practiced calling out my position and scoring independently
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Lisa B.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
He WILL improve your game!
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