Best 6 coaches for Pickleball lessons near University Park, FL

4.5 rated player, pickleball advocate. I love this sport and I can't wait to teach newcomers how to understand and enjoy the game. Also drill and train with advanced players in order to reach newer heights!

"Xhuljo was awesome. He was patient and explained what he wanted quite well. The hard part is remembering what to do when he says it.

Senior Pro Tournament player. Driven by a passion for pickleball, I offer the knowledge of three years of playing experience to help you elevate your game both technically and strategically. I tailor instruction to individual needs, with the goal of making you better individually and as a playing partner. Let's improve your game!

"Greg was an excellent teacher and gave great instruction and drilling to help me improve weak spots in my game.

Jonny Malanga is a dedicated pickleball player with 4+ years of on-court experience and one full year of focused training, studying elite methods, drills, and strategies to reach an advanced competitive level. He breaks down the game in a simple, entertaining, and highly educational way—helping players of all ages improve faster. He is the author of The Pickleball Formula, available on Amazon and at major bookstores, and he creates daily educational shorts on YouTube and TikTok where he teaches the public how to play smarter, move better, and level up their game. Check out my pickleball channel YouTube: “Jonny Malanga”

"He’s a very good coach. Taught me how to do the the backhand with 2 hands and a lot of things I didn’t know for singles.

Stéphane is a highly skilled player and certified pickleball coach who has promoted and developed the sport for over eight years. With a background in tennis, he has taught both sports for more than 25 years. Stéphane serves as the lead instructor for Engage Pickleball. As a sponsored professional player, he has won gold medals in numerous local and regional tournaments at the professional level and has earned medals at the US Open, one of the largest and most prestigious pickleball tournaments in the world. About seven years ago, Stéphane founded JoliSports and has worked with students of all levels, from beginners who have never played the sport to professional and senior professional players. He is passionate about helping his students enhance their skills and reach their full potential, taking pride in watching them progress and achieve their goals. He has also taught and certified other coaches to become accredited instructors. For several years, Stéphane has traveled to Miami to teach, but now, by joining the Fair Expo Center, an established and renowned organization, he feels more confident and dedicated than ever to advancing pickleball in Miami. Together with JoliSports, they are creating a premier facility with a welcoming community atmosphere, providing players of all levels the ideal environment to have fun, compete, improve their game, and enjoy an exceptional pickleball experience. Stéphane’s passion for pickleball, along with his experience and expertise, makes him an invaluable asset to the pickleball community. The JoliSports Difference Every student progresses at their own pace, and I meet you exactly where you are. My systematic approach ensures you're building on a rock-solid foundation rather than developing bad habits that we'd have to fix later. You'll see measurable progress in every session, and you'll know exactly what you're working on and why. Let's build your game the right way from day one! The JoliSports Advanced Difference Training at the advanced level isn't about doing more drills—it's about doing the RIGHT work that directly translates to competitive success. My approach combines technical precision, tactical sophistication, and mental training in a way that's completely personalized to your game. You'll receive detailed performance data, video analysis, between-session development protocols, and the systematic approach that's helped my students achieve breakthrough results. This isn't recreational coaching—this is building champions. Ready to take your game to the next level? Let's get to work. 💪🏆

"Stéphane is a wonderful teacher he is very knowledgeable He explains things very clearly so that you understand how to perform the techniques and why he really cares about you and wants you to succeed.

As a former nationally ranked junior, former ITF Tour tennis player, and tennis teaching professional athlete, I have converted to pickleball and bring 5 years of experience to helping you elevate your pickleball game. My expertise and dedication ensure an enjoyable learning experience. I am excited to help you reach your full potential on the court!