Pickleball lessons with
Coach Dean Laster
From$35.43 per lesson
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Pickleball lessons with
Coach Dean Laster
From$35.43 per lesson
•93
Happy Student ScoreGreat
This coach is reliable and responsive. Students are happy and often return for more lessons.
Coach Rating
4.9•10 reviews
93
Happy Student ScoreGreat
This coach is reliable and responsive. Students are happy and often return for more lessons.
Coach Rating
4.9•10 reviews
About your pickleball coach
With a college athletic background and 3 years of coaching pickleball, I blend strategic insight with a fun approach to skill development. My passion is helping players of all levels reach their full potential on the court.
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Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates
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Lives in: Miami, Florida
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Years Playing: 3 years
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Given: 31 lessons
Dean's availability
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Dean's availability
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Near Miami, Florida
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We can suggest similar coaches or arrange a different spot (even at home)
Accomplishments
🏅College Athlete
Reputation
93
Happy Student ScoreGreat
Reliability
Always reliable ⭐ Shows up on time and ready to teach every lesson. You can count on them.
Average rating
4.9
12 ratings•10 reviews
JuliaVerified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1
Dean was amazing, best I tried thus far!
Erez Stefansky
Fun to be around and great coach. Works with you on the basics and progresses once you master some key fundamentals
Stephanie
I love Dean’s enthusiasm, quirkiness and desire to see you improve. He works with you on simple yet effective drills that really make a difference! I cannot stop training with this guy.
Jacob Goldstein
Have been working with Dean for a while now! He is an incredible coach- a good mix of encouragement and tough love. Helped me tweak some simple things in my game and I saw a meaningful difference.
Stephan
Such a class act of a guy and stellar coach. He came recommended to me by a mutual friend and has been so good to train with. Highly recommended
Dara
Dean is such an amazing pickleball coach. He is patient, works with you on technique and footwork and has a bunch of fun drills up his sleeve. He came recommended to me by a friend and so happy I chose to work with him. My game improved by leaps and bounds
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonIn the first lesson, my goal is to help you feel comfortable, confident, and excited about learning pickleball.
We start with a quick warm-up, then cover:
🏓 Grip & paddle basics
👣 Simple footwork + court orientation
🎯 Intro to dinking, volleys, and controlled contact
🎾 Serving + returning fundamentals
We finish with fun mini-rallies so you experience success right away. The vibe is relaxed, encouraging, and beginner-friendly.
Lesson 11+Now we deepen your game:
⚡ Building consistency under pressure
🎥 Video feedback (optional) to fix technique fast
🧩 Shot selection + smarter decision-making
👯 Doubles positioning and teamwork drills
🏆 Match-style coaching to prepare you for real play or rec-level tournaments
At this stage, you’re transitioning from beginner to solid intermediate — playing confidently, understanding patterns, and enjoying a complete game.
Lesson 4-10This is where everything starts clicking. You’ll learn:
🔥 Third-shot drop basics
🔁 How to transition from defense to offense
🎯 Consistent volleys under light pressure
🧠 Court awareness + simple doubles tactics
🏃♂️ Better footwork and balance
By lesson 10, most students can play full games confidently and begin thinking strategically rather than just reacting.
Lesson 2-3These lessons reinforce your foundation while building consistency. We focus on:
🧱 Stronger shot control (dinks, volleys, groundstrokes)
🎾 Reliable serve & return mechanics
📍 Basic positioning + how to move with confidence
👀 Intro to beginner strategy
You’ll start rallying longer, hitting cleaner shots, and feeling more connected to the flow of the game.
Youth players
Working with kidsWhen I coach kids, my focus is making the lesson fun, engaging, and confidence-building.
I keep concepts simple, upbeat, and game-based:
🎉 Fun movement drills disguised as games
🏓 Beginner-friendly paddle skills taught with patience
🌈 Short activities to keep energy and attention high
👏 Constant positive reinforcement to build confidence
🤝 Sportsmanship, teamwork, and safe play always emphasized
My goal is to make them enjoy learning, improve each week, and feel proud of themselves.
Working with teenagersWith teens, I blend skill development with challenge, fun, and real-game improvement.
🔥 More structured drills to build technique
🎯 Clear goals they can track and feel good about
🏃♂️ Higher-intensity movement that matches their energy
🧠 Intro to strategy + game IQ so they feel like they’re leveling up
💬 Supportive coaching style that respects their independence
I make lessons dynamic, motivating, and confidence-boosting — giving them skills they can use in school clubs, rec play, or competitive matches.
What you need to bringStudents can bring:
✔ Comfortable athletic shoes
✔ Water
✔ A positive attitude and readiness to learn 😊
What I can bringI provide everything you need for a smooth and productive session:
🎾 High-quality paddles (multiple options for different play styles)
🏓 Outdoor balls
🎯 Cones + markers for drills
🎥 Optional video feedback (slow-motion technique breakdowns)
💧 Electrolytes + hydration support (on hot days)
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
We totally understand that life can be unpredictable and plans might change. That's
why we've got your back with our flexible cancellation policy, designed to give you
peace of mind when booking private sports lessons with our awesome local instructors!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
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Pickleball with Dean L.⭑ 4.9 (12 reviews)