Best 18 coaches for Pickleball lessons near Golf, IL

I am a celebrated athlete who clinched the 5.0 men's doubles National Championship gold in 2021. With a commanding Men’s doubles DUPR rating of 6.19, I've dominated the Illinois scene and made my mark in the pro circuit, securing impressive 5th place finishes in the men's doubles pro division at both the Chicago Open and Cincinnati Open tournaments.

"Jerry was a great instructor and very informative to the high level game

After over 45 years playing tennis and coaching at the JV level in High School, I'm now a Pickleball lifer! I love helping new players get started in the game and also love the higher level tactics strategy that helps all players become better at all levels.

Driven by my love for the sport, I've spent the last 5 years sharing my pickleball knowledge with others. As an experienced player, I bring a deep understanding of the game to every lesson. Let's work together to elevate your skills and unlock your pickleball potential – on the court and beyond.

I’m a pro basketball skills trainer with 14 years of experience, and I’ve been playing pickleball for the past three years, currently ranking as a 4.5 player. My focus is on teaching the fundamentals and strategic play, drawing from my background in basketball to enhance my coaching. Having played pro basketball overseas, I bring a unique perspective to my training, helping players excel in both sports!

"Jaronn was very knowledgeable and gave me good instructions and help with my game

Nathan is a passionate pickleball player who transitioned into the sport right after graduating from Indiana University in 2023. With a background in casual tennis and training with semi-pro players, his next goal is to reach the semi-pro level in pickleball. Nathan is deeply focused on teaching with a technical approach, helping students correct their form, and providing strategic insights to improve their game.

My pickleball journey started two years ago, and I quickly fell in love with the sport. Now a certified instructor, I'm excited to share my knowledge and enthusiasm with others, whether you're a beginner or looking to take your game to the next level.

"Mike started by assessing my abilities through warm ups and drills, then focuses lessons based on my abilities. He's great at not only analyzing strengths and weaknesses, but providing feedback in a constructive manner. He's patient and knowledgeable, and after only one lesson, I learned enough skills and rules to play a game! The drills he takes me through resemble game play. I endorse Mike for any level player looking to learn and improve!