Best 9 coaches for Pickleball lessons near Lakewood Ranch, FL

Elevate Your Pickleball Game with a 4.0+ Rated Player! With over 2 years of intensive playing experience and a deep understanding of the game, I’m here to help you take your pickleball skills to the next level. Whether you’re looking to fine-tune your serves, master drop shots, drives, improve returns, improve your IQ of the game or strengthen your mental game, I’ve got you covered. Here’s what I bring to the court: • Detailed Feedback: A sharp eye for technique and strategy to elevate your performance. • Game IQ: Insights on positioning, shot selection, and anticipating opponents’ moves. • Adaptability: Proven strategies to counter bangers, lobbers, and other play styles. • All-in-One Approach: Tips for both doubles and singles play, tailored to your strengths. • Mindset Coaching: Stay focused, confident, and mentally tough under pressure. And yes, we’ll keep it fun—because improving your game should always be enjoyable. Let’s work together to boost your confidence on the court, refine your skills, and make every match a memorable one. Let me know if you’d like to tweak anything further!

"Did a good combo of teaching and then played doubles game with other with coaching during the game. Was extremely helpful

I have been playing pickleball for 12 years (way before it was cool) and have a passion for teaching kids and adult beginners this wonderful game! Whether you’re looking to be social and have fun, be active together as a family, or hone your skills, I offer personalized guidance to elevate your game, no matter your current level. Let's work together!

"What stood out for me were the volley drills, which really helped sharpen my skills. Emily kept the lesson engaging and focused. I’d recommend giving her sessions a try if you want to improve your game and have fun doing it.

Transform your pickleball game with my two years of coaching experience! I'm passionate about sharing my love for this exciting sport and helping players of all levels reach their full potential. Let's work together to elevate your game in a fun and supportive environment. I began my journey working at a private PB club where it was part of my job to learn how to play, I was hooked right away. I was inspired by the coaches loving what they did and seeing the players get better as they came off the court from a lesson or clinic. I have been teaching locally at HOA's and within my own community and decided to get my certification in March 2025 so I would be properly registered and insured. Come and join me, learn, laugh and have fun and take your pickleball journey with me!

The Pickleball Connections Academy was founded by Harris. In 2019 Harris was introduced to Pickleball by a longtime friend Bill, who grew up in Seattle WA and started playing in 1974 with his neighbors who were friends with the founders of pickleball. Since then, he has been certified to teach Pickleball by the PPR and has been teaching for several years. He also previously was a Tennis Pro for the IMG Academy.

5 year Pickleball coach in both CT and FL as well as bartender at University Park Country Club, 3rd best place to play Pickleball by Sarasota Magazine. Let's play and toast!

Lucy is a PPR certified Pickleball pro who has been teaching Pickleball for the past 7 years. She had previously taught tennis for over 25 years. Outside of Pickleball, Lucy is a retired nurse practitioner and a well-known member of the Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch and Sarasota Pickleball community. She is also a sponsored athlete from Team Head Pickleball and the Regional Marketing Coordinator for the state of Florida and Georgia. Lucy is also bilingual and speaks fluent Spanish.

"Lucy was an excellent coach, very easy to work with, very patient with me and very thorough in educating me.

I am PPR certified and have been teaching pickleball for 5 years, & playing for over 10 years . I work with Jamie Foxx’s company, "The Best Paddle Demonstration & Sales," where I combine my passion for the sport with hands-on experience in showcasing the latest paddles. My extensive knowledge of the game, paired with top-notch equipment, allows me to provide an exceptional coaching experience. Whether you’re new to pickleball or looking to enhance your skills, I’m here to help you improve and enjoy every moment on the court!

"He taught me the two handed backhand drive, which i have been wanting to learn for so long. it was amazing!

PPR Certified Coach driven by a genuine love for pickleball, I've been sharing my passion for almost two years, guiding players of all levels to improve. As a tournament winner and experienced player, I bring a competitive edge and proven strategies to help you elevate your game and have fun on the court.

"Today was my first time training with Coach Luis, and it was an awesome experience. He taught me the roll, the flick, and how to improve my dinks in a way that was super easy to understand. He broke down each technique step-by-step and made sure I really got the feel of the shots. I already feel more confident and see improvement after just one session. He’s patient, knowledgeable, and knows exactly how to correct mistakes without making you feel pressured. Highly recommend Coach Luis for anyone who wants to level up their pickleball game!

From countless hours of training I am excited to share the techniques with which I have developed over the past 2 years. If you are a new player looking to learn about the game, or an experience player wanting to increase your dupr, this is the place for you!