Private Lessons & Coaches in Mercer Island, WA

Hello, my name is Nicholas Taylor and I am 20 years old. With three years guiding players, I offer tailored pickleball coaching. I'm passionate about fostering skills and igniting a love for the game. Expect personalized guidance, patience, and a supportive environment. I would love to make it a fun experience for everyone.

"Started out as a beginner and it’s really improved my game to be becoming an intermediate player

Fueling passions on the field for 15 years, I'm dedicated to helping players of all levels unlock their football potential. I focus on skill development, strategic thinking, and fostering a love for the game.

"“Coach Sparti is an awesome coach that was understanding and patient with my style of play. He listened to me when I was frustrated and when I was having trouble making plays. Although our time can to an end I would love to have Coach back helping with my throwing mechanics.”

Learn. Grow. Share. I’m still learning and growing as a pickleball player and coach, and I believe the best way to improve is by sharing the journey. I’ll bring my experience, lessons learned, and passion for the game to help others build their skills, confidence, and love for pickleball. We learn, grow, and get better together—one shot at a time.

Hi! I'm an NCAA Division 1 swimmer at Columbia University who's been swimming for over a decade. For the past 4 years, I've worked as a summer swim coach for children ages 6-18, coaching all skill levels. I love to work with students of all abilities, though my expertise lies mostly in technical skills.

Passionate pickleball player with 2 years of competitive experience. Versatile in both Singles and Doubles, holding few local tournament titles and medals. Always looking for new challenges; excited to connect with the pickleball community and helping new players to improve their pickleball skills! 🔥

"Great Instructor. Giving easy explanation.

I have over 25 years of successful and fun tennis instructing experience. I am well known in the area for providing correct and enthusiastic teaching. I teach all ages from 4 to 84. My love of life is helping students smile when they learn and play the best sport of tennis. It is my pleasure.

"Great as usual, the kids are learning new skills in each lesson

From concert halls to individual instruction, I've spent decades refining voices. As a singer-songwriter and performer for 31 years, I bring professional expertise and a passion for helping singers of all levels discover their unique potential. Let's unlock your vocal artistry!

"Matt is helping me with my confidence and I'm hoping soon to get a solo in my choir. Thank you my friend for being a dedicated instructor.

I’m a former Division I golfer who teaches with a clear, simple, and results‑focused approach. I help players build solid fundamentals, improve consistency, and make smarter decisions on the course. My goal is to break the game down into easy, actionable adjustments so golfers at any level can improve quickly and feel more confident every time they play.

I’m a former professional athlete/ international player with experience in Dubai, Egypt, Mexico, and USA. Currently playing at the USL 2 Level. I’m experience in coaching at the youth level. Having coaching 2013 MLS Next 2 boys teams and currently U16 and U17 Elite Academy Teams. I work with players of all ages and skill levels, from beginners looking to build confidence and fundamentals to competitive players looking to take their game to the next level.

"Martin, I just wanted to say thank you for the outstanding training sessions with Evelyn and Teddy this summer. Your ability to push them outside of their comfort zones while continuing to build their confidence is something I really appreciate. I love how intentional you are about having them use both feet and not letting them take the easy way out. Even more than that, you stay patient and keep working with them until the movement becomes muscle memory instead of something they have to think through every time. Great coaches don’t just teach skills, they build confidence, discipline, and belief. You’re exceptional at your craft, and it’s obvious how much you care about helping kids reach their potential. Thanks for investing in Evelyn and Teddy and helping them become better players every session. We appreciate you!

From street drills to stadium strategy, I bring 17 years of soccer coaching, blending elite technical training, tactical insight, and player-centered development. I pair rigorous skill-building with an encouraging, approachable style to foster confidence, creativity, and consistent growth.