Private Pickleball Lessons & Coaches in Merrick, NY

Hi! I’m Simon, a passionate pickleball player with a love for helping people of all ages and skill levels get into this fast-growing, fun, and social sport. I started playing pickleball a year and quickly fell in love with the game’s mix of strategy, movement, and community. Whether you’re a total beginner looking to learn the basics, or someone with experience hoping to sharpen your skills, I focus on building strong fundamentals in a relaxed, encouraging environment. My lessons emphasize proper technique, court positioning, strategy, and—most importantly—making the game fun and accessible.

"The lesson was quite helpful and quite enjoyable, honestly. Simon has a calm way of explaining things, and I appreciated how he focused on specific skills like keeping control on the ball. Still, I think I need a bit more work on my footwork, but I’m looking forward to the next lesson to build on what I learned.

Helping Players Grow, One Point at a Time! With a strong background as a tournament-winning player and three years of dedicated coaching experience, I bring both passion and precision to the pickleball court. Whether you’re a beginner learning the basics or an advanced player fine-tuning strategy, my goal is to unlock your potential through clear instruction, focused drills, and a motivating atmosphere. I believe in building confidence, sharpening skills, and making every session count. Let’s level up your game—together

I'm Eduardo, a dedicated coach with an IPTPA Pickleball certification under my belt. My background includes coaching racquetball and organizing both local and state tournaments. Drawing from this rich experience, I'm eager to share my knowledge and elevate your game to new heights. Let's conquer the court together!

"Eduardo is the best!

Driven by a lifelong passion for pickleball and honed by my experience as a college athlete, I bring a dynamic and engaging approach to coaching. With two years of experience, I specialize in fostering a supportive environment where players of all levels can refine their skills and deepen their love for the game. Let's elevate your game together!

"George's lesson was quite helpful. I appreciated the specific instruction and feedback he provided. Though I still need more practice serving and moving up to the net, I feel like I'm making steady progress. If you're looking to refine your technique, you might consider focusing on those areas as well. Still, I think trying a lesson with George could be worthwhile if you're aiming to improve your game.

4.0 level player. Love pickleball and love teaching! Former tennis player (still play here and there). Never thought I would love anything more than tennis, but here we are! Would be my pleasure to teach you how to play pickleball and answer any questions you might have!

"Suzanne's lesson was quite good, especially her top notch instruction which really stood out. She explained the fundamentals clearly, and I felt more confident after the lesson though I still have room to improve. Still, it's encouraging and I think trying another lesson could be helpful to refine my skills further.

As a multi-sport coach with a keen passion for pickleball, I have a 4.4 rating and a wealth of experience. My coaching philosophy centers around establishing a robust foundation of fundamentals. It's my belief that with the right basics, we can elevate your game to new heights. Let's build together and reach your peak performance!

"That lesson kept the focus on the short game, which I am learning is a key part of the game. We also continued to learn ball placement which I liked. The improvement mindset fits my pace, and I’m excited to keep refining with David’s great training and sense of humor

I love helping players of all levels improve their game. My sessions are all about sharpening skills, learning strategy, and having a great time on the court. Let’s step up your game and have some fun!

"I cannot recommend Coach Jackson highly enough. Whether you’re a complete beginner looking to learn the right way or an intermediate player aiming to break through to the next level, he breaks down complex techniques into simple, actionable steps, making them easy to understand and apply. Whether it’s footwork, strategy, or shot selection, Coach Jackson tailors each session to fit your skill level and goals. He is passionate about the game and even more passionate about his students’ success. Coach Jackson creates a safe and supportive learning environment. He celebrates small victories, which builds tremendous confidence. He corrects errors without criticism, always framing them as opportunities for growth.

For over a decade, I've been sharing my passion for ping pong. Now I'm using that experience in helping players of all levels discover the joy of this fast-growing sport of pickleball. My focus is on building a strong foundation, developing strategic skills, and fostering a love of the game in each of my students.

"Lesson was fantastic, Martin’s explanations were concise, easy to learn and repeatable.

On the court, strategy trumps all. As a tournament winner with 8 years of experience coaching pickleball, I help players elevate their strategic game to achieve peak performance. Let's unlock your potential and make pickleball your winning game! I have 32 yrs of teaching experience along with coaching many team sports as well as swimming, tennis and triathlon. I have also won many tennis tournaments and recently won at NY Senior Games in Pickleball. I look forward to working with you.

Hello my name is Anthony and I am a PPR Certified Pickleball Coach! I got into pickleball last year and took to it fast, thanks to my tennis playing and coaching background. I have won medals locally and nationally. I recently won a Silver Medal in Men’s Singles at the Minto US Open Championships and a Bronze Medal at the APP New York City Open. I have also won a Bronze Medal in 4.0 Men’s Singles at a the Pickle Juice Spring Open. And won a Bronze Medal in 4.0 Men’s Doubles at the Monmouth County Cup. I am also a PTR Certified Tennis Professional (Level 2), an iTPA Certified Tennis Performance Trainer (TPT)-Tennis Fitness Certification and I am also Safe Sport Trained. I played USTA (United States Tennis Association) junior tennis where I had an 18 and Under Sectional Ranking in the Eastern Section. In addition, I am a former captain of the Colts Neck tennis team and I formerly played NCAA D3 tennis at Haverford College under Coach Sean Sloane. I have over 20 years of playing experience & 8 years teaching experience. I started playing pickleball Summer of 2023 and have quickly taken to it. I play and drill at least 3 times a week and I am really enjoying the sport. I have been able to parallel all of my tennis playing and coaching experience to pickleball and as a coach, I incorporate the proper progressions and drills as well as point play to help you with your game. I believe in positive reinforcement and keeping things educational, yet fun. I can help with your technical skills and tactics. I am offering fun private pickleball lessons, semi-private pickleball lessons, group pickleball lessons and hitting only sessions for all ages (kids, teens, adults, seniors) and for all skill levels (beginner, intermediate, advanced). So whether you need to work on some specifics like your forehand, backhand, volley, serve, service return, overhead, drop shot (dink), approach shot, footwork, singles strategy or doubles strategy-I would be happy to help you with your game!

"I loved how hands-on Anthony was during the lesson. It was great to learn a lot while actively playing. The session felt engaging and full of useful tips. If you’re thinking about improving your pickleball skills, I’d definitely recommend giving Anthony’s lessons a try. You’ll get plenty of practice and personal attention to help you grow.