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Pickle PopPickleball Venue in Santa Monica, CA

4.9(212 coach reviews)
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5 coaches•From $86 per lesson
Pickle Pop - Pickleball venue🏓Santa Monica, CA

Indoor pickleball court in Santa Monica

Courts
3
Setting
Indoor
year-round
Parking
Available
Public parking structures 1 & 2 on 2nd and 4th street are less than 1 block away; cheaper than meters, 90 min free, $2 for 2 hours.

5 pickleball coaches at Pickle Pop

Every coach below teaches at Pickle Pop. Pick the one that fits your level - they handle the rest.

Robert Lemle profile
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About Robert

Ever wanted to experience the joy and excitement of pickleball? With 5 years of experience playing, I've honed my skills as an experienced player and now I'm passionate about sharing my love for this dynamic sport with others. I provide a fun and supportive environment for players of all levels to learn, grow, and reach their full potential on the court. Let's work together to elevate your game and unlock your pickleball prowess! TV

What students say...

"Good pace for a beginner like me, Coach was very patient and encouraging . He gives proper feedbacks and what to work on more.

Experienced Player
95Score
Robert
From$93per lesson

Robert

Bio: Ever wanted to experience the joy and excitement of pickleball? With 5 years of experience playing, I've honed my skills as an experienced player and now I'm passionate about sharing my love for this dynamic sport with others. I provide a fun and supportive environment for players of all levels to learn, grow, and reach their full potential on the court. Let's work together to elevate your game and unlock your pickleball prowess! TV
4.6
28 Lessons given
4.6
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
Experienced Player
💰$93 for weekly lessons
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Harrison Pettit Kiang profile
About Harrison

Hi! I’ve been playing pickleball for over three years and racket sports for over 10. I found out that I love teaching and improving people’s skills on the court. We’ll be focusing on making you a strong and strategic pickleball player with drills and high quality post-lesson videos of your gameplay. I can’t wait to start lessons with you!

What students say...

"Rolls and flicks

SuperCoach
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Harrison
From$86per lesson

Harrison

Bio: Hi! I’ve been playing pickleball for over three years and racket sports for over 10. I found out that I love teaching and improving people’s skills on the court. We’ll be focusing on making you a strong and strategic pickleball player with drills and high quality post-lesson videos of your gameplay. I can’t wait to start lessons with you!
4.9
199 Lessons given
4.9
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 7:00 AM
Sponsored Athlete
💰$86 for weekly lessons
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Bahman Mody profile
About Bahman

Hi, I'm Bahman! For 33 years, tennis has been a significant part of my life. But over the past 5 years, I have transitioned into a 4.5 rated Pickleball player. With my extensive teaching background, I truly enjoy working with players of all skill levels. I'm passionate about helping everyone improve and love the game as much as I do!

What students say...

"Very positive and clear instructions

Top Rated
99Score
Bahman
From$128per lesson

Bahman

Bio: Hi, I'm Bahman! For 33 years, tennis has been a significant part of my life. But over the past 5 years, I have transitioned into a 4.5 rated Pickleball player. With my extensive teaching background, I truly enjoy working with players of all skill levels. I'm passionate about helping everyone improve and love the game as much as I do!
4.9
346 Lessons given
4.9
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
💰$128 for weekly lessons
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Gianmarco Bessi profile
About Gianmarco

4.5 DUPR player and rated 3rd in California Championship WPA Men Singles 2024. Ambidextrous. I can teach Righty and Lefty with ease. From a Tennis background, sponsored athlete and passionate coach, I've spent years immersed in the dynamic world of pickleball. My 8 years of coaching experience allow me to share my love for the game, providing personalized guidance to players of all levels. Let's work together to elevate your game and unlock your full potential on the court!

What students say...

"That kid is good, man!

Top Rated
97Score
Gianmarco
From$103per lesson

Gianmarco

Bio: 4.5 DUPR player and rated 3rd in California Championship WPA Men Singles 2024. Ambidextrous. I can teach Righty and Lefty with ease. From a Tennis background, sponsored athlete and passionate coach, I've spent years immersed in the dynamic world of pickleball. My 8 years of coaching experience allow me to share my love for the game, providing personalized guidance to players of all levels. Let's work together to elevate your game and unlock your full potential on the court!
4.9
169 Lessons given
4.9
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
DUPR Certified
Sponsored Athlete
💰$103 for weekly lessons
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Amit Malhotra profile
About Amit

I'm a passionate pickleball coach/player with over 5 years of experience teaching and playing competitively. I consistently play at a 4.5 level to 5.0 and have a strong track record in tournaments. I'm dedicated to continuous improvement and always eager to compete and test my skills against other players. As far as my coaching goes, I am a very supportive teacher to beginners and intermediate players in helping them to learn to play the game, improve their game where they need and give them the skills they require to play at a higher level.

What students say...

"You were an absolute rockstar! And you were the absolute MVP! Thank you for finding that other location. You were beyond professional, and as I said, are an excellent coach. Glad to know you. Thank you! -Michael Traynor

Top Rated
93Score
Amit
From$142per lesson

Amit

Bio: I'm a passionate pickleball coach/player with over 5 years of experience teaching and playing competitively. I consistently play at a 4.5 level to 5.0 and have a strong track record in tournaments. I'm dedicated to continuous improvement and always eager to compete and test my skills against other players. As far as my coaching goes, I am a very supportive teacher to beginners and intermediate players in helping them to learn to play the game, improve their game where they need and give them the skills they require to play at a higher level.
5.0
8 Lessons given
5.0
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
Pro Athlete
💰$142 for weekly lessons
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About Pickle Pop

Pickle Pop offers 3 indoor PPA-approved wood pickleball courts on Santa Monica Promenade with open play, clinics, events, permanent lines/nets, restrooms, water. Popular spot for all levels.

When to come
This is one of the busiest venues in the area. Weekday mornings and mid-afternoons are typically your best bet for an open court or a focused lesson.
Amenities
  • Parking: Public parking structures 1 & 2 on 2nd and 4th street are less than 1 block away; cheaper than meters, 90 min free, $2 for 2 hours.
  • Indoor facility — weatherproof
Hours

Mon-Thu 9am-9pm, Fri 9am-10pm, Sat-Sun 8am-10pm.

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Where you'll play

1231 3rd St, Santa Monica, CA 90401, United States

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Lessons at Pickle Pop, explained

Lessons at Pickle Pop start at $86 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 Pickle Pop

4.9(212 coach reviews)
Randal N.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
Harrison's way of explaining things is quite clear, though I still find myself struggling to remember all of it during play. Still, the lesson highlighted some useful strategies, and I appreciate the calm and helpful approach he maintains. Though I think I need more practice on some of the techniques Harrison pointed out, I’m optimistic about applying what I’ve learned in future lessons. If you're looking to improve certain aspects of your pickleball game, especially with a balanced teaching style, maybe give Harrison a try.
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Emily A.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
We had a great lesson with Amit! He was very responsive in setting up our lesson time. It was our first lesson but we aren’t new to racquet sports—we needed to be quick learners for pickleball because we were playing in a tournament for the first time the next day! He was knowledgeable on all the rules and explained them very well to us. He covered all the important drills with us to set us up for success! We had a great time and he made the lesson super fun! Thank you Amit! Highly recommend A+++!
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Charlie W.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 42•Verified ✓
Hey, so I had a pickleball lesson with Bahman and I’d say it was quite helpful. He pointed out I need to sharpen my serve a bit more. Though I still want to focus on improving my backhand and better anticipating the ball during rallies. I liked that he gave me specific tips on those areas. Still, I guess I’m looking forward to the next lesson because I think I'll keep getting more confident. If you're into refining your game, maybe you could give Bahman a try too.
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LailiVerified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 20•Verified ✓
The lesson with Harrison was quite helpful, especially in terms of refining my shot placement and court movement, which I hadn't expected to improve so noticeably. Still, I think a few more drills focused on my backhand would be beneficial. Though, I plan to keep working on those areas and look forward to more lessons down the line. If you're after a coach who clearly knows the game but maintains a relaxed pace, Harrison might be worth trying.
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Ivy L.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 3•Verified ✓
I really appreciated how patient Bahman was and how clearly he explained the rules during the lesson, which made the whole experience quite enjoyable. His professionalism and encouragement resonated with me, and it definitely kept practice fun. Still, I think there’s room for more focus on specific drills to improve consistency, but overall, I’d encourage others to give Bahman a try if they want a solid, encouraging pickleball lesson.
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Aurora R.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
I’ve had three lessons so far, and I can already see noticeable improvement in my game! Harrison is super patient and kind, always open to focusing on the specific areas I want to work on. He also makes great technical observations and gives clear, strategic feedback that really helps me understand how to play smarter. Lessons are both challenging and fun—I highly recommend him to anyone looking to elevate their pickleball game!
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Charlie W.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 42•Verified ✓
The lesson provided a decent overview of dinking strategies, though I was hoping for a bit more focus on shot placement. Bahman's feedback was clear and helpful, which made me feel more confident about my next practice match. Still, I think some more hands-on drills could really enhance the overall experience. If you're looking to refine your finesse with pickleball, Bahman might be worth trying out.
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Quannie T.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Getting my skills assessed during the lesson really helped me see what I need to work on, especially improving my dinks. Though I’m still ironing out some technique, Harrison's feedback was pretty helpful, and I’d say I’m feeling more confident about my game now. Still, I look forward to refining those softer shots even more in future lessons. If you're interested, I’d suggest giving Harrison a try.
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Randal N.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
The lesson focused quite a bit on positioning and movement, which really helped me understand how to stay aligned during plays. Though I still need to refine my footwork, I feel more confident returning shots now. Honestly, Harrison’s approach makes the technical parts more approachable, so I think it’s worth trying him out if you want to improve your overall court awareness.
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Boon-khim T.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
What stood out in Gianmarco’s lesson was his friendly approach, which made learning enjoyable. The session was well-paced and welcoming, perfect for anyone looking to improve their pickleball game. If you want a positive and supportive environment to develop your skills, give his lessons a try. You’ll appreciate the great energy and clear guidance throughout. 🙂
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Charlie W.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 42•Verified ✓
Oh, well, Bahman's lesson was quite straightforward, focused on the fundamentals, which I found quite useful. Though I still want to learn more about how the game works, I feel like I got a solid start with the basics. Still, it was a helpful step towards understanding pickleball better, and I might consider trying another lesson to build on what I’ve learned.
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Arnold R.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 6•Verified ✓
Honestly, I really appreciated how Gianmarco focused on specific pickleball strategies during the lesson, which helped me better understand shot placement and movement. Still, I think I could use a bit more work on my dink but I’m hopeful the next lesson will clarify that. If you’re into pickleball and want to improve, I’d say it’s worth giving him a try.
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Stephanie F.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
The lesson was quite helpful, especially with all the drilling, which seemed to really reinforce my skills. Still, I think more drilling would make it even better, but Harrison's approach made learning feel straightforward and practical. If you're looking to sharpen specific techniques, it might be worth trying him out.
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Randal N.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
That lesson with Harrison really clarified some footwork details for me, which was pretty helpful. Though we’re just kind of going with the flow, I feel like his approach is quite good for where I’m at now. Still, I’d probably say it’s worth trying him out if you’re looking to improve your game steadily.
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Randal N.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
Honestly, Harrison's lesson really highlighted my intended shot placement, which was quite helpful, and I appreciated the clear feedback. Though I still have some work to do, I’m optimistic about applying what I learned and look forward to future lessons with him.
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SuziVerified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
Even though I had played pickleball with friends but never had any actual lesson so learnt plenty useful stuff today which was my first lesson with Robert. I will surely recommend him and shall sign up for more classes too.
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Stephanie F.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
That lesson hit the mark, and I’m grateful Harrison found a way to adapt today under tough circumstances, wow. I’m feeling motivated and look forward to more progress, especially with the tweaks we discussed.
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Andre A.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
I really enjoyed my lesson with Gianmarco. He's personable, friendly, patient and professional. Session time flew by, and I learned a lot from him. Definitely recommend him.
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Stephanie F.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
That lesson gave me clear, actionable moves I can carry into my game, and the highlight hit home. Anticipating more of the same as we build on today’s progress.
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Deanna E.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Gianmarco is a great coach! He explained the game from start to finish. He was patient and encouraging which made us leave feeling confident to be able to play!
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Carola G.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 4•Verified ✓
Gianmarco is an amazing instructor. Really enjoyed my session. Very friendly, good energy, thorough, and fun. Definitely taking more sessions with him.
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Alexx H.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 13•Verified ✓
Harrison did a great job telling/showing me how to use the right technique, and he made me feel very comfortable. I look forward to future sessions!
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Jennifer K.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Amazing teacher who helped pinpoint exactly what we needed to improve our game in one hour flat! Also the nicest human and very encouraging
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Judith M.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
Gianmarco is a great coach. He explains and demonstrates technique in a way that’s easy to understand. I’ve already learned so much!
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Kevin B.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
Coach Kiang was great in the initial lesson. We hit the ground running with drills and the lesson felt meaningful and productive.
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Joecille R.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 2•Verified ✓
Good pace for a beginner like me, Coach was very patient and encouraging . He gives proper feedbacks and what to work on more.
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Dave W.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 8•Verified ✓
Harrison is really a great teacher. Knows the sport well, customizes the teaching to the student. Also very encouraging.
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Greg O.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Amit is an excellent coach! He was very helpful in identifying the areas to work on and kept it fun the whole time!
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James C.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
Excellent coach, very knowledgeable, detailed oriented, and passionate about the game. Would highly recommend.
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Aurora R.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
 i’m extremely happy with the progress I’ve made through my lessons with Harrison. Highly recommend!
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Gina K.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 3•Verified ✓
Gianmarco was so easy, light, fun and a great teacher! We loved working with and learning from him!
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Matthew B.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 2•Verified ✓
Great lesson, focused on my weak areas and improved my game in just one session. Highly recommend
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Stephanie F.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
Bright lesson with Harrison, great progress in technique, and I left energized to practice more.
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Lauren F.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Harrison is a great instructor. I would highly recommend him for any level.
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Laili .Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 20•Verified ✓
He is so patient with me in explaining how everything around pickleball.
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Melanie J.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 4•Verified ✓
Robert was awesome! Super helpful and great instruction.
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Laili .Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 20•Verified ✓
He is so patiently explaining, strategy and how to's.
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Kd K.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Super helpful focus on fundamentals, highly recommend
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Pam B.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Very thorough and attentive. I learned so much!
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Laili A.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 20•Verified ✓
He is very informative and patiently explaining
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Aaron C.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 13•Verified ✓
Great lesson, learned a lot from Harrison!
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Dave W.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 8•Verified ✓
Harrison is great! Thoughtful and smart.
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Doug O.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 29•Verified ✓
He covered sooo much. Very good teacher.
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Alice T.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 3•Verified ✓
Very positive and clear instructions
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Douglas L.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 13•Verified ✓
Flexible, friendly, good tips!
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Michelle P.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
Very patient and professional
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Laili .Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 20•Verified ✓
Excellent teaching skill
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michael s.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 3•Verified ✓
Great guy, great teacher!
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Brett B.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
That kid is good, man!
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Kendra D.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Such a great coach!
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Robert E.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 4•Verified ✓
Had a good lesson.
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Stephanie F.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
Awesome teacher!
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Jimmy B.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
Rolls and flicks
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Noah D.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 21•Verified ✓
Great instructor
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Michelle P.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
Great teacher
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Neal G.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 21•Verified ✓
Great coach!
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LailiVerified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 20•Verified ✓
Very good
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