Private Lessons & Coaches in Sierra Madre, CA

Hey there! I’m Vivian, an experienced and patient pickleball coach who loves helping players of all skill levels improve their game. My coaching style is hands-on, encouraging, and tailored to each player’s needs. Whether you’re brand new to the sport or looking to refine your technique, I focus on fundamentals, strategy, and confidence-building to help you play at your best. Let's step onto the court together and unlock your true potential!!

"Vivian was very patient and encouraging! Highly recommend!

With 20 years on the court, I'm dedicated to helping you elevate your tennis game. As an experienced player and coach, I offer personalized coaching strategies, blending technical expertise with a passion for the sport that makes learning both effective and enjoyable. Let's unlock your potential together!

New to Pickleball? Im with OOFA DBLO and have about a year of coaching experience, I'm glad you’d rather Dink than Drink.

"Drew was knowledgeable and kind. He was patient with us and made our time so much fun.

ShotBuilders Pickleball Lessons (taught by RSPA Certified Instructor Bodie Quirk) offers private and semi-private lessons for beginning and intermediate players on a private backyard court in Yorba Linda, CA. Learn the fundamentals in no time so you can get to playing and having fun right away.

"Ready position and dinking

Experienced golf enthusiast with a background in college golf and four years of coaching youth golf programs. Currently, a dedicated instructor providing valuable lessons to players while gaining expertise as an apprentice under renowned Southbay instructor Kendal Garron and collaborating with various instructors in the field.

"Solid 1st golf lesson. Highly recommend

My passion for boxing ignited at the age of 13 when I started boxing in my local church. Giving back and sharing that passion with students is incredibly rewarding. Let's unlock your inner fighter and achieve your boxing goals together!

"What a great way to workout! Fresh air and a good session of cardio and exercise will help keep you healthy!

Willing to come to you! From North San Diego to Orange County. My coaching style is rooted in patience, personalization, and progress. I believe every golfer—whether brand new or returning to the game—deserves coaching that meets them where they are.. My approach focuses on simplifying the game as much as possible so that each swing, routine, and decision becomes repeatable under real on-course conditions. Golf doesn't have to be complicated to be effective—I aim to give students tools they can rely on, even when pressure builds. Ultimately, my goal is to help players build strong fundamentals, develop confidence, and enjoy the process of improvement. I work with students from beginners, intermediate or advanced. I also work with kids who want to give golf a try. Lesson Format: Each session is customized based on the student’s experience, goals, and learning style, with a consistent format that ensures structure and growth: 1. Initial Assessment & Goal Setting (First Lesson.) -Discuss student goals (e.g., break 100, improve short game, gain distance.) -Evaluate current swing, posture, grip, and stance. -Provide initial feedback and outline a personalized lesson plan 2. Warm-Up & Fundamentals Review (Each Lesson) -5–10 minutes of dynamic stretching and swing warm-up. -Brief review of previous lesson’s key takeaways 3. Drills & Skill Development -Use targeted drills to build consistency and technique (e.g., alignment sticks, impact bags, foot spray, and tees for feedback) -Focus on one major skill per session (e.g., ball striking, putting, bunker play). -Adjust drills in real-time based on performance and progress 4. Video Analysis (When Applicable) -Use mobile video tools for visual feedback. -Compare student’s swing to previous footage or pro examples 5. On-Course Situational Coaching (Available for Intermediate/Advanced) -Teach course management, club selection, and mental game strategies. -Practice real scenarios like uphill lies, tight fairways, or green reading 6. Recap & Homework -Recap top 2–3 focus points from the session -Provide practice drills or training plan to reinforce lessons between sessions -Offer encouragement and realistic next steps I also provide on-course lessons. . $75 for lessons + $50 for any additional hour, and I also kindly request to cover my green fees. For on course lessons, we will go over tee box strategy, pre shot routines, troubled lies, green reading and course management.

"Brandon gave me a drill to help with shifting my weight and rotating my body through my swing for a better follow through. We also worked on refining my take away.

Igniting a love for the game, I bring four years of coaching experience and collegiate coaching insights to every lesson. I'm dedicated to helping players of all levels refine their pickleball skills with targeted drills. My passion lies in fostering growth and building confidence on the court.

"Steve is fantastic. He is super responsive and knowledgeable. My boys had a great time at our first lesson and we look forward to future lessons!

This trainer/coach offers a rare and powerful combination of elite playing expertise and versatile coaching success, built upon a foundation of over two decades of high-level soccer experience. As a player, they were trained by a collegiate coach, specializing in the forward position, giving them expert insight into offensive structure, pressure application, and goal-scoring efficiency. This attacking mastery is critically complemented by significant defensive experience, ensuring they approach player and team development with a comprehensive, 360-degree tactical view of the modern game. This extensive playing knowledge has been successfully translated into a varied and dedicated coaching portfolio. Their experience ranges from successfully managing a competitive high school season and delivering specialized positional training to high-potential athletes aged 10-15 (focusing on forward/winger roles), down to developing foundational skills and passion at the grassroots level with 6U and 12U AYSO teams. This unique blend of experience demonstrates a commitment to disciplined performance optimization for older players and effective fundamental development for youth, making them an exceptional and professional hire ready to elevate your program at any level.

"Young 4 year old learning to dribble and pass.

Eric is a former USTA 4.0+ tennis player who has transitioned into a passionate pickleball coach. With his strong tennis background, he brings a wealth of experience and a keen understanding of sports strategy to his pickleball teaching. Now fully dedicated to teaching pickleball, Eric is excited to help players of all levels improve their skills and enjoy the game.

"The lesson with Eric was quite good, especially because he clearly explained everything from serving to paddle hold and how to keep the ball in play. I appreciated his patience and the way he broke down each step, making learning pretty straightforward. Though I still need to work on returning the ball without hitting it out and improving my backhand, I look forward to seeing how more lessons might help me refine these areas. Still, it’s a solid approach if you're aiming to up your game a bit.