80 coaches for lessons in Cool, CA

When I picked up a paddle just 2.5 years ago, I had zero athletic background. No tennis, no racquetball, nothing. It was just me, a paddle, and the curiosity to see what this “pickleball game” was all about. Fast forward to today, and I’m now a 5.0+ DUPR rated player who has medaled in 14 out of 15 tournaments, including the PPA Tour. My most recent win was achieving gold at the 5.0 level. What sets me apart isn’t just the wins—it’s how I got there. I broke my left hand three years ago (yep, the one I use for everything), so I taught myself to play right handed. The result? I became a true two sides of the court player with a special knack for left side dominant play. Combine that with my experience partnering with left handed players, and I can give you unique strategies for lefty/righty pairings that most coaches are not aware of and never even considered. What I Specialize In: * Tournament Prep & Strategy – Building confidence through mental game prep, match tactics, and step-by-step planning. * Aggressive Topspin 3rd Shot Drops – Turning defense into offense is my bread and butter. Getting to the kitchen after the serve is my specialty * Two Handed Cross Court Dinks – Achieving consistency while adding aggressive top spin. * Left Side Domination & Partner Play – Maximizing strengths in duos with unique strategy. Especially powerful with lefty/righty duos. Why Work With Me? I know what it’s like to start from scratch and grind it out. I’ve built my game shot by shot, drill by drill, laugh by laugh. Now, I’m ready to share that journey with players of all levels—whether you’re picking up a paddle for the first time or gearing up for your next gold medal run. Pickleball is competitive, yes—but it’s also fun. With me, you’ll learn the strategies, level up your skills, and maybe even laugh at my bad jokes while doing it.

As a seasoned pianist for 10 years, I bring award-winning experience to every lesson. I tailor my approach to each student, fostering a fun and engaging learning environment. Together, we will unlock your musical potential. My lessons are open to beginner to intermediate students of all ages :) I will adjust the learning pace and music to play based on your skills! I would love to share my understanding of music and the many useful techniques that can make your music sound even more elegant. I will also introduce music theory knowledge based on the level of pieces you are playing, to make harder pieces easier to tackle. A typical lesson would involve warming up with scales, playing music pieces of your preference, learning tips to polish your performance, and learning music theory. My goal is for you to enjoy music like I do, and build strong foundations to master difficult piano pieces!

With a decade of professional musicianship and guitar instruction under my belt, I'm dedicated to cultivating your musical potential. From songwriting to advanced covers, let's unlock your guitar playing journey together.

Unlock your musical potential through the joy of guitar! With 20 years of experience, including time as a recording artist, I'm passionate about guiding students of all levels. Let's embark on a rewarding musical journey together.

Music is my life's language, and I'm thrilled to share it with you! With 40 years as a professional pianist, I offer expert guidance tailored to your musical journey. Let's unlock your potential and create beautiful music together.

With over 10 years of guitar playing under my belt, my musical journey has been a self-taught adventure. Along the way, I've also picked up a few other instruments. My approach to teaching is rooted in the belief that if I could teach myself, I can certainly help others learn too. I'm excited to share my knowledge and passion with you in a relaxed and friendly environment. Let's embark on this musical journey together and unlock your potential!

Ready to start your first piano lesson? Or perhaps, you are an advanced student looking to master more difficult repertoire! I’m here to help you, either way. I have been teaching in the Sacramento area for over 15 years and have worked with students of all ages. Having worked with middle school, high school, and university students alike, I can tell you, one thing every student needs is an instructor who really cares about seeing them improve and shine. I am classically trained, having obtained music degrees from both UC Davis and California State University, however, I teach arranging, improvising and composing as well. My main focus is leading my students to love classical music through beautiful repertoire we’ll be working on, as well as explore different styles if they would like - such as, pop, jazz, etc. I also teach music theory. Book me if you want to be serious about your musical journey, and have fun along the way!

Turning passion into play! I'm a tournament-winning pickleball coach with 4 years of experience helping players of all levels reach their full potential. Let's work together to elevate your game in a fun, supportive environment. I love teaching new players, and seeing the excitement in learning and find this great game called Pickleball!! I’m very friendly and love to teach! Pauly Pickleball

"Pauly is kind and patient and a great guy! Practicing with him is really fun!