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Washington Park (Tennis Court)Pickleball Venue in Escondido, CA

5.0(83 coach reviews)
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2 coaches•From $57 per lesson
Washington Park (Tennis Court) - Pickleball venue🏓Escondido, CA

Outdoor pickleball court in Escondido

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Washington Park (Tennis Court) - Pickleball venue🏓Escondido, CA
Courts
4
Setting
Outdoor
open-air
Parking
On-site

2 pickleball coaches at Washington Park (Tennis Court)

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

James Bragg profile
About James

Over 15 years coaching experience between tennis and pickleball helping players of all levels reach their potential. As a former top 30 PPA pro, I bring a unique perspective and wealth of knowledge to every session. A current 6.0 Dupr player with wins against top 10 players in the world. Looking for serious players that want to improve and compete.

What students say...

"James makes it easy to understand what to improve on hit by hit. Highly enjoyable and educational session!

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James
From$178per lesson

James

Bio: Over 15 years coaching experience between tennis and pickleball helping players of all levels reach their potential. As a former top 30 PPA pro, I bring a unique perspective and wealth of knowledge to every session. A current 6.0 Dupr player with wins against top 10 players in the world. Looking for serious players that want to improve and compete.
5.0
207 Lessons given
5.0
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
DUPR Certified
Pro Athlete
💰$178 for weekly lessons
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Oliver Vera profile
About Oliver

Ready to up your pickleball game? I'm an experienced player passionate about sharing my love for this fun, engaging sport. I bring a year of dedicated coaching experience and a knack for making learning enjoyable and effective. Let's hit the court together!

What students say...

"Oliver is excited and knowledgeable about Pickleball and had all the best training gear to help me as a beginner get more consistent with my shots! I’ll be taking many more sessions with Oliver!

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Oliver
From$57per lesson

Oliver

Bio: Ready to up your pickleball game? I'm an experienced player passionate about sharing my love for this fun, engaging sport. I bring a year of dedicated coaching experience and a knack for making learning enjoyable and effective. Let's hit the court together!
5.0
47 Lessons given
5.0
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
PPR Certified
Experienced Player
💰$57 for weekly lessons
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About Washington Park (Tennis Court)

Washington Park in Escondido offers outdoor tennis courts used for Pickleball on a first-come, first-served basis. Features 4 lighted courts; bring your own net. Public park with restrooms and free access.

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

Parks open dawn to dusk; tennis courts available 7 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

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Where you'll play

1567 E Washington Ave, Escondido, CA 92027

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Lessons at Washington Park (Tennis Court), explained

Lessons at Washington Park (Tennis Court) start at $57 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 Washington Park (Tennis Court)

5.0(83 coach reviews)
Dianna T.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 4•Verified ✓
Our lesson with Oliver was really encouraging. He took a steady approach to teaching us the fundamentals and gradually introduced new skills, which helped us fall in love with pickleball. Though we still want to get better at tactics and aim, I think his method allows for good progress without feeling rushed. Honestly, I appreciated how he let us learn at our own pace and ended each lesson with a fun game. If you're a beginner or aiming to sharpen your skills, Oliver’s lessons seem like a good fit for actually enjoying the learning process.
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Dianna T.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 4•Verified ✓
Oliver's lesson was great, especially in helping me grasp the game’s fundamentals. He really focuses on making sure you understand the core skills, which is a big plus. Though I think I’d benefit from more skills practice, the lesson certainly gave me a solid starting point. Still, I’d say worth trying if you're looking for a clear and calm approach to learning pickleball, and Oliver’s patient guidance makes a difference.
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Jessica A.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
The lesson was really great, actually. I appreciated the focused approach and how well James explained nuances of pickleball, which helped me understand my game better. Still, I think with a bit more emphasis on certain techniques, it could be even better. Anyway, I’m hopeful that future lessons will continue to sharpen my skills, and I’d say you should consider trying James if you want someone who knows their stuff.
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Jessica A.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
James's lesson really stood out for his impressive demeanor, and I appreciated how he could pretty much annihilate any opponent on the court. Though, I do think a bit more practice could solidify what we covered. Still, the lesson provided good insights, and I’d consider trying him again if you're looking to sharpen your pickleball skills.
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Bre O.Verified ✓
Level: Expert•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
The way James explained things made it really easy to follow, especially with the backhand and forehand dink techniques. Though I still need to build on what I learned, I think another lesson could really help me improve those shots. If you're looking for a straightforward and clear teaching style, you might find it worth trying James.
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Mike B.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 43•Verified ✓
The lesson with James was quite helpful, especially his expertise and constant encouragement to hold the right positions and swings, which made a difference. I hope to have more sessions like this, I appreciate the kind guidance. James could definitely keep up the good work if you're looking to get more comfortable with your strokes.
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Matt P.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 36•Verified ✓
I really appreciated how James pushes me to my limit and carefully analyzes even the smallest details, fixing things I hadn’t noticed before. His attention to detail made a big difference in my game. If you want focused and thorough coaching, James is the guy. I would argue he's the best out there.
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Bryson T.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 6•Verified ✓
I had an absolutely phenomenal first lesson with James. I'm a beginner, and I'm so glad I'm learning the fundamentals the right way with him, rather than locking in bad habits from the start. He had so much great feedback for me, and now I have a lot I can work on before our next lesson! 🥳
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Laurie S.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Oliver was well prepared with excellent equipment and provided patient instructions with plenty of encouragement. This was my very first intro lesson to pickleball and I appreciated Oliver’s support.
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Lisa C.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 3•Verified ✓
Oliver is excited and knowledgeable about Pickleball and had all the best training gear to help me as a beginner get more consistent with my shots! I’ll be taking many more sessions with Oliver!
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Jessica A.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
The lesson had a really positive vibe, and I appreciated the teacher's energetic attitude. It definitely kept me engaged though I think some more practice could help solidify what I learned.
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Matt P.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 36•Verified ✓
Nice to cap off the lesson with sharp technical analysis and detailed feedback. The drills stayed consistent and productive, and I’m eager to continue building on this foundation.
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Mike B.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 43•Verified ✓
James is a really attentive coach. I learned quite a lot from him, especially how to refine my strokes. Can’t recommend him enough. Very thorough and skilled.
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Matt P.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 36•Verified ✓
James is the real deal, I learned more from him in 1 session than I have from months of playing and watching videos. Can't recommend him enough.
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Rastin Z.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Practiced transitioning to the net, James was very knowledgeable and helped improve my form and technique with just one hour lesson
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Elizabeth W.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
James makes it easy to understand what to improve on hit by hit. Highly enjoyable and educational session!
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Lian T.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
He is an experienced pickleball instructor. He has all the required equipment and is on time. 
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Bryan O.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 14•Verified ✓
Great coach from fundamentals to expert strategy. Really fun to work with
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Jon D.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 8•Verified ✓
Amazing coach! Gets right into fixing/improving whatever needs work.
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Lian T.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
Punctual & professional
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Kim N.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Oliver is great.
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