Best 3 coaches for Pickleball lessons near Spokane, WA

My name is Anneke DeKraker, I am a competitive and experienced pickleball player eager to share my love for this sport and help you elevate your game. I am a coach with two years of playing experience, a doubles DUPR rating of 4.378, and a singles DUPR rating of 4.182. I'm dedicated to creating a fun and supportive environment where you can learn and improve in the rapidly growing sport of pickleball!

"Anneke's lesson was quite positive, especially with her being so encouraging when I made progress, which felt pretty motivating. Still, improving footwork is an area I hope will get more focus next time. Anyway, I think trying Anneke could be worthwhile if you're looking for a supportive instructor who helps you stay motivated.

With 14 years of experience learning pickleball from its roots on Bainbridge Island, the birthplace of the sport, I bring a deep understanding of its history and evolution. My journey in pickleball began where the game was invented, allowing me to gain invaluable insights into its foundational strategies and techniques. In addition to my extensive background, I have honed my skills by competing at a collegiate level, where I developed a strong foundation in both individual and team dynamics. As a coach, I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and helping players of all levels improve their game with personalized, effective instruction.

Former collegiate athlete basketball in love with Pickleball table_tennis_paddle_and_ball: ultra-competitive with a focus on fun and progressing in the sport. If you’re a beginner who just wants to beat your friends or you want to start taking it more seriously, I’m here for it! Let’s go!

"We had a great lesson! Chris is very knowledgeable we learned a lot from him! Coming from reck play only we decided to start getting serious and take lessons and wow did we learn a lot in just one lesson! We will definitely take more lessons from Chis.