Play Pickleball at Houston Badminton Center

I started playing pickleball four years ago, and it has kept me both physically active and mentally challenged. This fueled my desire to compete with more skilled players, learning different spins and lobs. As a mom of seven, I enjoy playing pickleball with my children, proving that it's a sport for all ages. Pickleball has become a wonderful way for us to stay active and have fun together.

"Showed up early and very targeted feedback. Helped me improve my serve and gave me beginner friendly basics to remember and practice.

Mike is one of the longest tenured Pickleball coaches in broader Houston. He is a USA Pickleball Ambassador as well as an IPTPA Certified Instructor. He is also a board member for Pickleball Houston. Mike's coaching has helped hundreds of students improve their game and have a blast doing so. He is focused on working with beginners and intermediate players. Outside of Pickleball, Mike is a retired teacher and a graduate of the University of Florida. He is passionate about personal fitness and photography as well. He has also coached and been a member of the USTA for 3+ decades.

"My team was quite pleased with how the lesson went, especially the focus on good racquet strokes as a best practice for hitting the pickleball, which was pretty helpful. Our group has varying sport abilities and Mike's steady approach really helps build confidence without overselling. If you're interested in a well-rounded lesson that covers the fundamentals but keeps it practical, he's worth considering.

I’m a dedicated pickleball coach with a strong competitive background and a passion for helping players improve at every stage of their journey. With over 15 years of racket-sport experience, including competing at the 4.5 tennis level, winning District Champion, earning a regional table tennis champion title, and achieving multiple tournament victories, I bring a deep understanding of technique, footwork, and match strategy into my pickleball coaching. I coach all levels - from beginners building a strong foundation to intermediate and advanced players looking to refine form, correct mechanics, and prepare for competitive play. Whether your goal is better consistency, cleaner technique, smarter shot selection, or tournament readiness, each lesson is tailored to you.

"Great coach. He helped me tremendously on my serve. Very detailed with the instructions and patience.