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Pickleball with Eric Leow

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⭑4.8 (31)

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💰$65 weekly lessons

Whether you’re picking up a paddle for the first time or looking to sharpen your competitive edge, I’ve got you covered! With two years of coaching experience and a lifelong passion for pickleball, I specialize in helping players of all levels build confidence, improve technique, and have a blast doing it. My goal is to create a supportive, fun learning environment where progress feels natural. Let’s hit the court and unlock your full pickleball potential together!

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Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors

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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates

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Lives in: San Francisco, California

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Happy Student Score: 98

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Years Playing: Not specified

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Given: 158 lessons

Accomplishments

🏓3.5 DUPR

🏅Experienced Player

➕Tourney Winner

Reviews

Total reviews31

Average rating

4.84

Tiffany L.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5

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Eric is punctual, great at assessing my areas of improvement, and able to adjust where I need the most work. He’s flexible with scheduling and able to work well with me, since I was coming in with a tennis background. Thankful for his coaching.

Wei H.Verified ✓

Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 5

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1st session was very fun and good work out. Eric was great. Very patient and flexible. Can't wait for the 2nd session.

Vivian V.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5

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Eric is excellent teacher and learn a lot from him. Good teacher

Karlla S.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5

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Knowledgeable.

Robin I.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1

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Eric was relaxed and patient with us. We had a great time!

Availability

These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.

sundays

8 AM - 8 PM

mondays

8 AM - 8 PM

tuesdays

8 AM - 8 PM

wednesdays

8 AM - 8 PM

thursdays

8 AM - 8 PM

fridays

8 AM - 8 PM

saturdays

8 AM - 8 PM

Beginner training plan

Your first lessonFocus: Understanding the scoring system and rules of pickleball. Key Points: • Overview of the game (court layout, paddle, and ball). • Explanation of scoring rules, including the two-bounce rule. • Basic understanding of how to serve and return.

Lesson 11+Focus: Mastery and competitive preparation. Key Points: • Advanced shot techniques (spin serves, lobs, and overhead smashes). • Refining strategy for high-level gameplay. • Mental aspects of competition: staying focused under pressure. • Preparing for tournaments: rules, etiquette, and competitive mindset. • Practicing with drills that mimic real-game scenarios.

Lesson 4-10Focus: Refining skills and developing strategic play. Key Points: • Mastering dinking and incorporating it into gameplay. • Understanding and executing drop shots. • Working on court coverage and teamwork for doubles play. • Introducing shot placement strategies to control the pace of the game. • Recognizing opponents’ weaknesses and adjusting strategies.

Lesson 2-3Focus: Building foundational skills. Key Points: • Basic strokes: forehand, backhand, and volleys. • Learning proper footwork and positioning. • Practicing serving techniques. • Introduction to dinking (soft shots at the net).

Youth players

Working with kids1. Use Games and Challenges: Incorporate fun drills, mini-games, and challenges to teach concepts through play. 2. Simplify Rules: Focus on the most essential rules and scoring to avoid overwhelming them. 3. Focus on Fun: Emphasize enjoyment over technique, especially in early lessons.

Working with teenagers1. Incorporate Competition: Use drills, challenges, and mini-tournaments to keep lessons engaging and push teenagers to improve through friendly rivalry. 2. Teach Strategy: Focus on positioning, shot placement, and game tactics to develop their critical thinking and decision-making skills. 3. Encourage Independence: Allow them to lead drills, make decisions during gameplay, and reflect on their performance to foster autonomy and confidence.

What you need to bringTheir willingness to learn and have fun

What I can bringNet, paddles, court, knowledge

Frequently asked questions

Cancellation Policy

We totally understand that life can be unpredictable and plans might change. That's 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!

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