Private Lessons & Coaches in Barton Creek, TX

Hey, I'm John, your Austin-based pickleball coach. Whether you've never picked up a paddle or you're chasing your next level, I'll meet you where you are. My lessons focus on the fundamentals that actually move the needle — dinks, serves, footwork, and smart shot selection — in a relaxed, encouraging setting. Beginners are always welcome, and intermediate players looking to break through a plateau will feel right at home. Let's get you on the court and improving fast.

20+ yrs coaching all ages; first lesson = goals + assessment.

*Professional photography included* Private lessons + training sessions + paddle trials. Beginner – intermediate players (DUPR 2.0 – 4.5). Science-based approach, focused on clear technical instruction, high-repetition, and game-based learning to build reliable fundamentals and gameplay IQ. Sessions consist of drills, skills training, and match play. Paddle selection 101 and free trials of varying paddle types are also included. Bring water and be ready for a fun workout :)

"Lessons were great, but what’s awesome is that he brought a few paddle types and let me trial them to figure out what kind I need! We tried a power, control, and hybrid paddles - ending up buying a Selkirk luxx control!!

I’ve been playing basketball for over 15 years, played briefly after college in a semi pro league and was raised by a high school basketball coach. I played collegiate football at Cornell, and have competed against and seen all levels of basketball (except professionally). I enjoy sharing my knowledge of sports, particularly basketball and football, to the younger generation. I’m able to cater to both beginners and experienced players alike. I look forward to contributing to you or your loved ones skill development.

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Coach Erick is an experienced educator and mentor with over 12 years in the sport of basketball. On the court, he focuses on developing disciplined, resilient, and team-oriented athletes through skill development, leadership, and accountability. His approach emphasizes character, confidence, and competitive excellence both on and off the court along with having the philosophy to build these student-athletes to not only succeed in competition, but in life as well.

"Coach taught me how to really show up for my team. He gave me a lot of tips, moves to work on, and we even broke down scouting reports together on the bigs I had to guard. He always kept the main goal the main goal. Off the court, he helped me grow as a person and taught me how to stay composed. Coach was like one of my homies — we could talk about anything, good or bad. He was always there for me.

Bring your game to the next level. Experience at the D1 and Professional level has given me a deep understanding of the modern concepts and techniques. As a certified personal trainer (NASM), I also have an understanding kinetic movement, and muscle development. I’m looking forward to mentoring young players to become better athletes, but understand the world of college athletics and beyond.

Hi, my name is Aubray I played baseball all varsity high school and then I coached Little League team. My strong suits are for catcher and infield I could do outfield as well.

I am an experienced English language tutor with international teaching experience and a strong background working with Spanish-speaking learners. I served as a Teaching Assistant and Language Ambassador in Spain, where I taught English, Math, and Science. Also, I have worked extensively with ESL learners in professional settings, helping non-native English speakers improve communication, comprehension, and confidence in real-world situations. My teaching style is patient, clear, and adaptable.

"Well, I have a lot of English speaking experience. I really needed help with grammar and learning basic conversational skills in English. Cassie was dependable, compassionate, and very enthusiastic. She made learning fun and brought real life experiences to our conversations which allowed me to further improve my English speaking skills.

Former varsity basketball MVP, varsity assistant coach, and DIII basketball player with a passion for helping players improve their skills, confidence, and understanding of the game. I focus on shooting, ball handling, conditioning, and game confidence in a positive, high-energy environment. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to take your game to the next level, I aim to make workouts challenging, fun, and personalized to each player.