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Elevate Your Pickleball Game with a 4.0+ Rated Player! With over 2 years of intensive playing experience and a deep understanding of the game, I’m here to help you take your pickleball skills to the next level. Whether you’re looking to fine-tune your serves, master drop shots, drives, improve returns, improve your IQ of the game or strengthen your mental game, I’ve got you covered. Here’s what I bring to the court: • Detailed Feedback: A sharp eye for technique and strategy to elevate your performance. • Game IQ: Insights on positioning, shot selection, and anticipating opponents’ moves. • Adaptability: Proven strategies to counter bangers, lobbers, and other play styles. • All-in-One Approach: Tips for both doubles and singles play, tailored to your strengths. • Mindset Coaching: Stay focused, confident, and mentally tough under pressure. And yes, we’ll keep it fun—because improving your game should always be enjoyable. Let’s work together to boost your confidence on the court, refine your skills, and make every match a memorable one. Let me know if you’d like to tweak anything further!
"I practiced my serving playing from the kitchen and Alberto explained a lot of the rules worked on taking the ball out of the air, hitting the ball in the kitchen.
Alberto
I have been playing pickleball for 12 years (way before it was cool) and have a passion for teaching kids and adult beginners this wonderful game! Whether you’re looking to be social and have fun, be active together as a family, or hone your skills, I offer personalized guidance to elevate your game, no matter your current level. Let's work together!
"Practice some serve
Emily
PPR Certified and “Special Olympics Unified Partner” Pickleball Coach teaching athletes for 40+ years with an enthusiastic passion for PICKLEBALL. Semi-finalist at the 2023 US Open in Naples, FL, and recent DUPR 4.0+ Waterfall Tournament Winner & Qualifier for the Dallas 2023 DUPR Waterfall National Tournament. An Ambassador for NPL and a proud member of USAP & USSP. Let's play and learn together!
"Was very helpful reinforcing play at the kitchen line.
John
I live in Venice, Florida. I’ve been playing tennis at a 3.0-3.5 level for 20 years and have enjoyed four years of pickleball. For the past 2 years, I’ve been teaching total beginners, mainly Russian and Ukrainian speakers, in Venice, Florida. My five-lesson course equips students with essential skills like dinks, serves, and strategies, ensuring they can confidently join open play games. I use the Pickleball maching to help you learn consistency and mussels memory. I’m committed to supporting them throughout their learning journey, covering everything from A to Z to ensure they get their money's worth.
"The coach explains everything clearly and in an easy-to-understand way. It’s pleasant to communicate with them. I’ve learned a lot of useful things.
Tatyana
With a lifelong love for racket sports, beginning with tennis at the age of 8, I bring a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to the pickleball court. I coach players of all levels, focusing on improving their fundamentals, shot selection, and overall game awareness. My philosophy centers around creating a fun and supportive environment where players can develop their skills, build confidence, and foster a deep appreciation for the sport. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your game to the next level, I'm committed to helping you achieve your goals and cultivate a lifelong passion for pickleball.
"I recently had the pleasure of working with Ksusha, and I can't recommend her highly enough! With a strong athletic background, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her coaching. She has a remarkable ability to break down techniques clearly, making them easy to understand and apply. What I appreciated most was her focus on making practice enjoyable—she knows how to incorporate fun points into training, keeping the energy high and the atmosphere positive. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, Ksusha is the perfect coach to elevate your game!
Ksusha
PPR Certified Coach driven by a genuine love for pickleball, I've been sharing my passion for almost two years, guiding players of all levels to improve. As a tournament winner and experienced player, I bring a competitive edge and proven strategies to help you elevate your game and have fun on the court.
"Today was my first time training with Coach Luis, and it was an awesome experience. He taught me the roll, the flick, and how to improve my dinks in a way that was super easy to understand. He broke down each technique step-by-step and made sure I really got the feel of the shots. I already feel more confident and see improvement after just one session. He’s patient, knowledgeable, and knows exactly how to correct mistakes without making you feel pressured. Highly recommend Coach Luis for anyone who wants to level up their pickleball game!
Luis
RPPk/ DUPR Master Instructor, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach and DUPR Coach with a love for the game, a passion for coaching, and an enthusiasm for playing. My coaching philosophy is encapsulated in the motto, "Never Motivate Your Opponent." Having received positive feedback from students like Tre and Nam, who described me as hard but fair and a good coach, I'm dedicated to helping players of all levels improve their skills and enjoy the game to the fullest. Let's step onto the pickleball court together and elevate your play!
"Exceptional coach. I have a much better understanding of the fundamentals after 1 lesson.
John
The Pickleball Connections Academy was founded by Harris. In 2019 Harris was introduced to Pickleball by a longtime friend Bill, who grew up in Seattle WA and started playing in 1974 with his neighbors who were friends with the founders of pickleball. Since then, he has been certified to teach Pickleball by the PPR and has been teaching for several years. He also previously was a Tennis Pro for the IMG Academy.
Harris
5 year Pickleball coach in both CT and FL as well as bartender at University Park Country Club, 3rd best place to play Pickleball by Sarasota Magazine. Let's play and toast!
Junius
Lucy is a PPR certified Pickleball pro who has been teaching Pickleball for the past 7 years. She had previously taught tennis for over 25 years. Outside of Pickleball, Lucy is a retired nurse practitioner and a well-known member of the Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch and Sarasota Pickleball community. She is also a sponsored athlete from Team Head Pickleball and the Regional Marketing Coordinator for the state of Florida and Georgia. Lucy is also bilingual and speaks fluent Spanish.
"Lucy was an excellent coach, very easy to work with, very patient with me and very thorough in educating me.
Transform your pickleball game with my two years of coaching experience! I'm passionate about sharing my love for this exciting sport and helping players of all levels reach their full potential. Let's work together to elevate your game in a fun and supportive environment. I began my journey working at a private PB club where it was part of my job to learn how to play, I was hooked right away. I was inspired by the coaches loving what they did and seeing the players get better as they came off the court from a lesson or clinic. I have been teaching locally at HOA's and within my own community and decided to get my certification in March 2025 so I would be properly registered and insured. Come and join me, learn, laugh and have fun and take your pickleball journey with me!
Julie
Pickleball Coach | 4.0 DUPR | 3+ Years Experience Playing and Private coaching focused on fundamentals, consistency, and smart shot selection. Ideal for beginners and intermediate players looking for structured improvement. Experienced in youth development and competitive play. Focused on fundamentals, confidence, and game awareness.
"I recommend Bacem as a coach because of his tremendous knowledge, experience and his style of explaining things and making it make sense to anyone. I struggled with popping balls, my backhand returns and landing my serve consistently. Learned from Bacem that I don’t need to crush my serve and I just need to land it, now I almost land 100% of my serves. ✅ I also implanting his feedback on how to grip and position my paddle for backhand returns, how to be ready with my paddles at all times, how to anticipate the ball and read the play. I was also advised to focus on watching the opponent how they serve so I know what to expect and how to return it without hitting out or short. Bacem is still my coach and planning to continue to improve my game.
Bacem
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