Katy IndoorPickleball Venue in Katy, TX

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.

Darryl is not just a knowledgeable pickleball coach—he specializes in personalizing lessons to fit each student’s unique learning style. A former Middle School Science Teacher of the Year (2017), Darryl has a talent for customizing lessons that meet the individual needs of his students. Before transitioning to pickleball, he was an avid racquetball player, and now he’s fully immersed in pickleball, playing over five times a week. When he's not on the court, Darryl is analyzing his own game recordings or studying techniques through YouTube videos. With a positive, upbeat coaching style, Darryl is dedicated to building his students' confidence and ensuring they have fun while making real progress.

"Darryl most certainly got me addicted to this game. He even recommended paddles that benefited my playstyle. He really improved my cross-court dinking game. Highly recommend!

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.