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Beginner training plan
Your first lessonI will teach you everything you need to know about the game in the first lesson !
Lesson 2-3Reiterate first lesson and answer any questions and continue the basics !
Lesson 4-10Time to start improving all aspects of the game and focus on any issues holding you back from that next levels !
Lesson 11+Letā€™s perfect and get ready for some tournaments and higher level games !
Advanced training plan
Your first lessonLetā€™s figure out where youā€™re at and where youā€™d like to be ! Drill drill drill !
Lesson 2-3Drill drill drill !
Lesson 4-10This is a case by case basis !
Lesson 11+Youā€™re probably a pro by now and donā€™t need me unless weā€™re going on the road ;)
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TL
Pickleball with Thomas L.ā­‘ 5.0 (12 reviews)
What you need to bring
Proper shoes, attire, protective eyewear recommended and a good attitude :)
What I can bringI will provide paddles and balls ! I prefer you have Tennis or Pickleball shoes but not required !

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  1. Pickleball
  3. California
  5. Rancho Mirage

Online Pickleball šŸ“ lessons with

Coach Thomas Lanza

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Thomas Lanza, Pickleball coach in Rancho Mirage
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Online Pickleball šŸ“ lessons with

Coach Thomas Lanza

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Happy Student Score
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Thomas is reliable and responsive. Students are happy and often return for more lessons.
Coach Rating
5.0
12 ratings
6 reviews
94
Happy Student Score
Great
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Thomas is reliable and responsive. Students are happy and often return for more lessons.
Coach Rating
5.0
12 ratings
6 reviews

About your pickleball coach

All levels welcome !! Pickleball Pro at two local clubs and also coach Pickleball Camps! PPR Certified Coach. During my military service, I developed a passion for fitness and teamwork, which Iā€™ve seamlessly transitioned into my coaching career. It is a strategic approach and a motivational style! Iā€™ve successfully trained players of all levels, helping them achieve peak performance and a love for the game. My dedication to my students and this sport makes me a respected figure in the pickleball community. I coached almost three years at a local indoor club as well.

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Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
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Lives in: Palm Desert, California
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Years Coaching: 3 years
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Given: 23 lessons
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Accomplishments

šŸ“4.0 DUPR
šŸ…Experienced Player

Certifications & Badges

šŸ“PPR Certified

Specializations

šŸŽÆDoubles Strategy
šŸŽÆServing
šŸŽÆThird Shot
šŸŽÆSingles Strategy

Reputation

94
Happy Student Score
Great
Reliability
Always reliable ā­ Shows up on time and ready to teach every lesson. You can count on them.
Average rating
5.0
12 ratingsā€¢6 reviews
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Ian W.Verified āœ“
Level: Beginnerā€¢Lessons taken: 3ā€¢Verified āœ“
Tom's lesson was quite good, honestly. He was very patient and seemed to understand how to connect with a beginner, which made a real difference. The focus on all the basics was helpful, and I can see myself improving overall. Though I know I still have a lot to learn, I feel encouraged to keep practicing with his guidance. If you're interested in steady progress and a thoughtful approach, you might want to consider giving Thomas a try.
Nancy M
Here you go. I have worked with Tom now for 2 years. He is a great instructor and has the ability to point out areas for improvement, in a way that makes it easy to incorporate. Very knowledgeable with the ability to pinpoint small adjustments that make a difference. There are many choices for instructors in the area, but my choice is always Tom! Nancy M.
Jane D
Tom the Coach made pickleball click for me in just three lessons! I signed up for Tomā€™s 3-lesson intro and was blown away. ā€¢ Lesson 1 focused on serves and returnsā€”Tomā€™s simple cue of ā€œaim deep and stay balancedā€ immediately improved my consistency. ā€¢ Lesson 2 was all about dinking at the kitchen; he showed me how to soften my grip and stay patient instead of trying to smash everything. ā€¢ Lesson 3 tied it together with the third-shot drop and smart positioning, which totally changed how I approach rallies. Tom keeps things clear, fun, and encouraging. I went from feeling awkward on the court to holding my own in games. Highly recommend him to beginners or anyone wanting quick progress!
Chris W
Learned more in 3 lessons than months on my own. Tom doesnā€™t waste timeā€”each lesson had a clear focus, from consistent serves to soft dinks and strategy. I especially loved how he explained shot selection without overcomplicating things. I feel ready for recreational league play now. Worth every penny.
Anya
Really enjoyed my first lesson! It all makes sense now; and now Iā€™m hooked. Thanks Tom for your guidance and patience. Canā€™t wait until the next!
Christine M
šŸŒŸšŸŒŸšŸŒŸšŸŒŸšŸŒŸ Tom made scoring finally make sense! I booked one lesson just to figure out the basics and how to keep score. Tom explained the rules so simply that I was playing a real game by the end of the hour. Super beginner-friendly!