Private Pickleball Lessons & Coaches in Newport Beach, CA

As a pro player, experienced coach, and multiple 5.0 gold medalist in the PPA’s and the APP, I have the expertise to help you hone your skills and truly master pickleball. Our journey together will begin with understanding your aspirations: What are your goals with pickleball? Where do you envision yourself a year from now? From there, we'll dive deep into the art of dinking, focusing on grip, form, positioning, and movement. The fundamentals are essential, and based on our initial assessment, we'll chart a path tailored to your needs. Let's elevate your game together!

"Really helpful and and gives great feedback!

Stepping onto the court is like stepping into my element. As a singles athlete with a year of the sport's experience, I'm passionate about helping players of all levels unlock their pickleball potential.

With a background as a college athlete, I bring a competitive edge and deep understanding to my pickleball coaching. I have two years of teaching experience, tailoring my approach to help you achieve your goals. Let's elevate your game together!

Fueled by a passion for the game, I've spent the last five years honing my pickleball coaching and playing skills. I strive to help players of all levels reach their full potential, from novice to seasoned competitor, all while having fun.

With three years of dedicated pickleball experience under my belt, I've reached an impressive 4.0 level in both singles and doubles play. My journey extends beyond the court as I've been teaching for over a year, sharing the joy of the game with kids, seniors, and adults in my community at church. Teaching pickleball is more than a passion; it's where I find the time of my life!

"As an older lady I was looking for another person my age to teach me so I was a little nervous signing up with Tony, but I shortly found out I didn’t need to me, he was happy for me to be there as well as patient with me even though I was messing up a lot. Definitely coming back!

With over four years dedicated to coaching pickleball, I bring a blend of strategic insight and tailored instruction to help players of all levels excel. My approach emphasizes both skill development and fostering a love for the game. Let's elevate your pickleball journey together!

I'm a passionate pickleball coach/player with over 5 years of experience teaching and playing competitively. I consistently play at a 4.5 level to 5.0 and have a strong track record in tournaments. I'm dedicated to continuous improvement and always eager to compete and test my skills against other players. As far as my coaching goes, I am a very supportive teacher to beginners and intermediate players in helping them to learn to play the game, improve their game where they need and give them the skills they require to play at a higher level.

"You were an absolute rockstar! And you were the absolute MVP! Thank you for finding that other location. You were beyond professional, and as I said, are an excellent coach. Glad to know you. Thank you! -Michael Traynor

Bruna moved to the USA on a scholarship to play soccer while earning a degree in physical education. During her studies, she collaborated with a professor on a meaningful project coaching tennis for individuals with special needs. This experience deepened her understanding of advanced coaching techniques and emphasized the importance of compassion and connection in nurturing every player's growth. With a background in competitive play and a dedication to personalized instruction, Bruna is passionate about helping players develop their skills while fostering confidence and enjoyment on the court.

Hello! My name is Rish and I’m a dedicated Tennis and Pickleball Coach. I have more than 8 years of coaching experience teaching players of all ages and skill levels. In December 2024, I graduated Magna Cum Laude from Michigan Tech with a B.S. in Management Information Systems and double minors in Pre-Health Professions and Public Health. I played four years of NCAA Division II tennis. I coached and captained my school’s pickleball team to DUPR Nationals in November 2024. As a current professional pickleball player on the PPA and APP Tours, I leverage my understanding of both tennis and pickleball to transform beginners into advanced players. My coaching style focuses on technique, strategy, and mental strength. Most importantly, I foster a positive learning environment for all my students, regardless of their skill level and goals. Coaching Philosophy & Strengths: • Fundamentals for Beginners: Emphasizing proper grip, footwork, stroke mechanics, and shot selection. • Competitive Player Development: Full court coverage, contact point timing, tactical play, and point set up. Serve variation dependent on playing conditions, tweaking specific stroke mechanics, and mental preparation. • Inclusive Coaching: Adapting methods to support diverse players during group lesson settings. • Specialized Coaching: Ex: Poaching I-Formation Drill for Doubles vs First Volley Approach Drill for Singles Coaching Experience (2016–Present): • Coached ages 3 to seniors, adapting lessons to individual needs. • Served as Lead Assistant Coach at various Southern California tennis camps. Coaching Highlights: • Guided a complete beginner to a 5.0 pickleball level in one academic year. • Mentored two collegiate teammates to 5.0 pickleball level within a year. • Led a collegiate pickleball team to a DUPR Nationals bid from unranked. • Improved a special-needs beginner tennis player from 3-ball rallies to 15-ball rallies. Team Captain & Coach on the DUPR Collegiate Circuit (2023-2024): • Led practice sessions, created lineups, coached teammates, and lead team to a Regional win. NCAA Division II Tennis at Michigan Tech (2020-2024): • Lead Michigan Tech to their first GLIAC conference win in over 20 years. • Only player with a win against D2 National Champions Wayne State. • ITA Scholar-Athlete (2021–2024), Academic Excellence (2022–2023). Professional Pickleball (2023–Present): • Top 25 finishes at 2 APP NextGen events, including a singles win over a doubles gold medalist. • Advanced in a PPA professional qualifier, defeated a 6.0 pro doubles team at 2nd NextGen event Junior Tennis Achievements (2016-2020): • Won the inaugural CIF Boys Open Division, graduating as the top national high school program. • Rated a 3-Star recruit with a highest UTR of 10 & Defeated a 12 UTR player before the pandemic.

Driven by a lifelong passion for the sport of pickleball, I'm a former college athlete dedicated to helping players of all levels elevate their game. With four years of coaching experience, I bring a fun and engaging approach to every lesson, fostering both skill development and a genuine love for the sport.

"I transitioned from playing padel to pickleball and let me tell you, it’s completely different but Vishnu is a great coach and helped me understand how the games are completely different and coaches me all the different shots selection in this sport!