Play Pickleball at Garcia Bend Park

Professional Pickelball Association (PPA)certified coach brimming with knowledge, experience, and a genuine passion for the game. Whether you're just starting or looking to level up your skills, I'm here to tailor lessons that suit your journey, making every session engaging, rewarding and fun. Let's embark on your pickleball adventure together!

"She’s patient and a great teacher!

Pickleball has become my passion, and I love sharing that enthusiasm with others! I bring two years of experience to the court, helping players of all levels refine their game and discover the joy of this exciting sport. Let's work together to take your game to the next level!

"Our kids really enjoyed their first pickleball lesson with Ryan! Private coaching is invaluable and a great way to keep our kids busy this summer. Plus Ryan’s tennis background is a major plus, we’d love to try that too! Looking forward to the next lesson!

As a sponsored athlete with Gearbox Sports and PPR certified instructor, pickleball organizes my life. I've spent the last seventeen years giving hundreds of tennis and pickleball lessons to players of all levels. My goal is to help you elevate your game with the skills you already possess. Whether you're an experienced player or brand new to paddle sports, I've got your back.

"Eric and I made such great progress within our first lesson together. His teaching style really clicked with my learning abilities and that was very helpful with the drills we were doing. I left with enough information and ideas on what I can work on during my own drilling sessions to help me move forward with this pickleball journey. He is patient, super knowledgeable, and gives great instant feedback.

Driven by my passion for pickleball and tennis and fueled by the thrill of competition, I bring four years of experience to the court, having clinched victory in numerous tournaments. My coaching blends strategic insights with a fun, supportive approach, empowering players of all levels to elevate their game and unleash their full potential. I currently teach or coach 9 pickle ball and tennis clients all over Sacramento. Let’s have some fun and enjoy this wonderful game!

"The lesson was quite helpful, especially learning new techniques that I hadn’t focused on before, though I think there’s still room to refine some aspects. Mike’s teaching style felt practical and easy to follow, which made it easier to grasp the concepts. Still, I’m hopeful that with continued focus on these techniques, I’ll gradually see more improvement. If you’re interested in building a solid foundation, I’d suggest giving Mike a try.

When I picked up a paddle just 2.5 years ago, I had zero athletic background. No tennis, no racquetball, nothing. It was just me, a paddle, and the curiosity to see what this “pickleball game” was all about. Fast forward to today, and I’m now a 5.0+ DUPR rated player who has medaled in 14 out of 15 tournaments, including the PPA Tour. My most recent win was achieving gold at the 5.0 level. What sets me apart isn’t just the wins—it’s how I got there. I broke my left hand three years ago (yep, the one I use for everything), so I taught myself to play right handed. The result? I became a true two sides of the court player with a special knack for left side dominant play. Combine that with my experience partnering with left handed players, and I can give you unique strategies for lefty/righty pairings that most coaches are not aware of and never even considered. What I Specialize In: * Tournament Prep & Strategy – Building confidence through mental game prep, match tactics, and step-by-step planning. * Aggressive Topspin 3rd Shot Drops – Turning defense into offense is my bread and butter. Getting to the kitchen after the serve is my specialty * Two Handed Cross Court Dinks – Achieving consistency while adding aggressive top spin. * Left Side Domination & Partner Play – Maximizing strengths in duos with unique strategy. Especially powerful with lefty/righty duos. Why Work With Me? I know what it’s like to start from scratch and grind it out. I’ve built my game shot by shot, drill by drill, laugh by laugh. Now, I’m ready to share that journey with players of all levels—whether you’re picking up a paddle for the first time or gearing up for your next gold medal run. Pickleball is competitive, yes—but it’s also fun. With me, you’ll learn the strategies, level up your skills, and maybe even laugh at my bad jokes while doing it.