Learn Pickleball with Ben
⭑5.0 (8)
😊91
💰$31 weekly lessons
Benjamin, with a competitive tennis background at the college level, brings a wealth of experience and skill to both tennis and pickleball coaching. His training has provided him with a strong technical foundation and an in-depth understanding of strategy, footwork, and game dynamics, which he expertly translates into valuable coaching techniques. As a coach, Benjamin’s primary focus is to help students develop both their technical skills and strategic mindset, building their confidence and versatility on the court. Whether you're a beginner learning the basics or an intermediate player refining your game, Benjamin tailors his approach to fit your unique learning style and goals, combining drills, real-game scenarios, and personalized feedback for practical, effective, and enjoyable sessions. Let’s take your game to the next level!
Levels taught: Beginners, Intermediates
Teaches: Adults, Seniors
😊91 Happy student score
🏅College Athlete
🎓2 years coaching
🔥25 Lessons
⭐️All-American
Reviews
Total reviews8
Average rating
5.0
Rhonda S.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 7
We have taken a few trainings with Ben Schwartz and have loved it! Ben’s a tremendous teacher of the game and is passionate about working with people of all skill levels. He consistently asks what each person wants to work on and tailors lessons based on the responses. Ben is very down to earth and creates an environment conducive to improving and having fun while doing it.
Anybody looking to pick up the game or wanting to hone their skills would benefit greatly from working with Ben!
Hannah B.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 5
Ben is a very patient and consistent teacher. He is good at recognizing weaknesses and areas where improvement and continuous practice is needed.
Chris
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 3
Ben is a phenomenal pickleball coach! His deep knowledge, patience, and passion make every lesson both fun and highly effective. Whether you’re a beginner or refining your game, he’ll elevate your skills fast!
Brianna G.
Lessons taken: 1
Ben has such a great attitude and made me feel really comfortable from the start. I felt like I could just relax and focus on improving my skills.
Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:5 courts available
Bear Creek Park
400 Bear Creek Park Rd, Keller, TX 76248, USA
927.2 miles awayOutdoors
Arlington Lighted & Private Pickleball Court
3601 Gardenia Drive, Arlington, TX, USA
933 miles awayOutdoors
Richfield Park
7250 Chapman Rd, North Richland Hills, TX 76182, United States
928.7 miles awayOutdoors
Lake Worth
7005 Charbonneau St, Lake Worth, TX 76135, USA
941.1 miles awayOutdoors
Tarrant County College
828 W Harwood Rd, Hurst, TX 76054, USA
927.9 miles awayOutdoors
Want a lesson at your home or a different location? We can help.
Availability
These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.mondays
8 AM - 8 PM
tuesdays
8 AM - 1:30 PM3 PM - 8 PM
wednesdays
8 AM - 8 PM
thursdays
8 AM - 8 PM
fridays
8 AM - 1:30 PM
saturdays
8 AM - 8 PM
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonWarm-up & Basics (5-10 min): We’ll start with a quick rundown of the rules, court positioning, and how to hold the paddle, then do a light warm-up to get moving.
Groundstrokes (15 min): I’ll have you hit some forehands and backhands from the baseline so we can see where your stroke mechanics and consistency are.
Net Play & Volleys (15 min): We’ll work on dinks and volleys at the non-volley zone, focusing on control and soft hands to help you develop a good touch at the net.
Serving & Wrap-Up (10 min): We’ll finish by practicing serves for consistency, then play out a few points so I can see how everything comes together in a game setting.
Lesson 11+Applying Pressure & Defending Under Pressure
Warm-up & Quick Review (5-10 min): We’ll start with a short rally and some dinks to reinforce consistency while identifying any areas that need fine-tuning.
Offensive & Defensive Shot Selection (15 min): We’ll focus on recognizing opportunities to attack with drives and volleys while also practicing resets when under pressure.
Handling Fast-Paced Play (15 min): You’ll work on quick reactions at the net, learning how to defend against fast exchanges and counterattack effectively.
Game Play with Coaching (10 min): We’ll play out points while I give real-time feedback, helping you make smarter decisions and adjust your strategy on the fly.
Lesson 4-10Strategy & Shot Selection
Warm-up & Skill Check (5-10 min): We’ll rally and hit a few serves to get loose, while I watch for areas to fine-tune from our last lesson.
Controlled Offense & Defense (15 min): We’ll work on when to hit aggressive shots versus when to play it safe, focusing on shot placement and patience.
Transition Zone & Kitchen Play (15 min): You’ll practice moving from the baseline to the kitchen, learning how to handle mid-court shots and reset tricky balls.
Game Situations & Decision Making (10 min): We’ll play out points with specific goals (like keeping the ball in play for a set number of shots) to reinforce smart shot selection.
Lesson 2-3Building Consistency & Control
Warm-up & Review (5-10 min): We’ll start with a quick rally to get warmed up and review what we covered last time, making small adjustments as needed.
Groundstroke Consistency (15 min): We’ll work on hitting controlled forehands and backhands with better depth and placement, adding some movement to simulate game play.
Net Play Focus (15 min): We’ll refine your dinks and volleys, introducing drills that challenge your touch, reaction time, and ability to reset points from the kitchen.
Serving & Return Drills (10 min): We’ll practice serves with more accuracy and add return drills to help you set up points effectively.
What you need to bringYou will need your paddle and a positive attitude.
What I can bringI can bring my paddle and Balls.
I have two additional paddles I can bring as well.
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
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why we've got your back with our flexible cancellation policy, designed to give you
peace of mind when booking private sports lessons with our awesome local instructors!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
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