10 coaches & instructors for lessons in Lillian, AL

So you want to join this pickleball craze? Of course you do! After decades of tennis, table tennis, badminton, and racquetball, I discovered this incredible sport of pickleball. I quickly fell in love and won my first gold medal in my first couple of months! I’ve been playing incessantly ever since. I soon began helping others learn how to play and earned my PCI coaching certification in November 2021. Looking to sharpen my teaching skills further, I gained my PPR certification in June 2023. My approach to coaching is simple- tangible results for students. I want to help you reach your potential as soon as possible. Lessons are focused on you and your needs. I love it when my students come back and tell me what they learned worked. So whether you’re a new player or trying to reach the next level, I’d love to help you do that as I have with lots of past students.

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Driven by a lifelong love of tennis, I bring over two decades of experience to the court. As a former college player, I combine my practical knowledge with a passion for helping players of all levels reach their full potential. Let's work together to elevate your game!

Ready to unlock your tennis potential? I'm a former pro athlete with a decade of experience coaching players of all levels. My passion lies in fostering both skill and sportsmanship in a fun, engaging environment.

I have been playing pickleball for five years and coaching for two years. I enjoy coaching, beginner, novice, and intermediate players. Pickleball is a great sport and it is wonderful seeing new players get involved in the sport. The novice player has grasped the fundamentals and now wants to improve. I really enjoy helping them grow and improve. The immediate players are often interested in competing in tournaments. I’ve played in many tournaments and can help them with their game and also the mental part of competing. I am a USA Pickleball Ambassador with the main goal of spreading the sport of pickleball to new players of all ages. My coaching style is best described as giving support and guidance in a safe, yet fun environment where each student feels comfortable and is able to learn new skills. I use lesson plans and provide handouts after each session and encourage students to do homework to continue working on their class objectives With over two years of pickleball instruction, I cultivate a fun, yet focused learning environment. My passion is helping students learn and improve their game. I hope to meet with you soon so we can start on your pickleball journey with me!

I bring a wealth of experience to the court, having played tennis professionally in college for four years at Spring Hill University in Mobile. Following my collegiate career, I transitioned to coaching and have been sharing my passion for the sport locally for the past 5 years. My background as a competitive player and dedicated coach allows me to provide valuable insights and personalized instruction to players of all levels.

I've been a fitness enthusiast my entire life, the last few years have been focused on Movement Training which encompasses all general forms of motion: balance, strength and conditioning, light acrobatics/gymnastics, active mobility and range of motion, connective tissue strengthening and repair, and much more!

"Mike is incredibly knowledgeable, with an innate ability to craft workouts that are both effective and tailored to individual needs. Not only is he approachable and friendly, but he himself is in impeccable physical form, serving as a living testament to his expertise and commitment to mobility training.

With 15 years of baseball instruction, I foster growth by tailoring techniques to individual needs. My focus cultivates skill and love for the game. I create an engaging, supportive path to excellence.

A lifelong passion for baseball fuels my 30 years of experience playing and coaching players to reach their next level, from making a higher level travel team to preparing to pitch professionally and everything in between. My engaging coaching style focuses on building a strong foundation of skills while nurturing a love for the game. Let's work together to get you to your next level!

As a self-employed musician and commercial music composer, my passion for music has been a driving force since my high school years. Self-taught on the guitar, I honed my skills through dedication and determination, which led me to receive a partial scholarship as a vocal studies major at my local community college's esteemed music program. Immersed in music theory, guitar technique, performance, and voice, I've cultivated a versatile skill set that has fueled my decade-long journey traveling around the Southeastern United States, sharing my music with audiences far and wide. From crafting melodies to harmonizing, music is not just my profession—it's my way of life.

"Greg is a personable and patient instructor. Very knowledgeable of the instrument.