Pickleball with Coach Jonathan River
Background checked
⭑5.0 (41)
😊97
💰$63 weekly lessons
I've been a PPR certified teaching instructor for 4.5 years. Pickleball is not only accessible but also incredibly engaging. Drawing from my experience, I'm eager to introduce its fun and dynamic nature to enthusiasts of all levels. Let's dive into this exciting game together!
👋
Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors
🌱
Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
📍
Lives in: Chicago, Illinois
😊
Happy Student Score: 97
🎓
Years Playing: Not specified
🔥
Given: 78 lessons
Accomplishments
➕Travels to you
➕Tournament Competitor
🏆Selkirk Sponsored
Certifications & Badges
📝PPR Certified
🎓3+ Years Teaching
Specializations
🏓Special Olympics Partner Coach
Reviews
Total reviews41
Average rating
4.98
Sheri P.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9
Jonathan is a wonderful instructor! Highly recommend
Francina .Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 8
Excellent!
LisaVerified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 5
I loved the feedback I got during the lesson with Jonathan and the clear explanations behind every tip. It really helped me understand the why’s of each move. The session felt very personalized and engaging. If you’re thinking about improving your pickleball skills, Jonathan’s lessons are definitely worth trying out. You’ll get insight and guidance that makes a difference. 😊
Lisa z.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 5
Thanks to Jonathan, I now have a more consistent serve.
Kathleen R.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 4
Johnathon is an exceptional instructor. He provided guidance and patience while teaching various skills that effectively helps the student learn. His has extensive knowledge and passion for the sport which helps in the learning experience. This was very motivating for me.
Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:16 courts available
SPF Chicago
2121 N Clybourn Ave Building 1, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
278.1 miles awayIndoorsOutdoors
Toss and Spin
3650 N Recreation Dr, Chicago, IL 60613, USA
278.2 miles awayOutdoors
Our Happy Place
16442 W 159th St, Lockport, IL 60441, USA
285.5 miles awayOutdoors
McFetridge Sports Center
3843 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60618, USA
280.7 miles awayIndoors
Horner (Henry) Park
2741 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60618, USA
281 miles awayOutdoors
McGuane (John) Park
2901 South Poplar Avenue, Chicago, IL, USA
275 miles awayOutdoors
Paarlberg Park
Paarlberg Park, E 172nd St &, Paxton Ave, South Holland, IL 60473, USA
263.7 miles awayOutdoors
Grant Park Pickleball Courts
1000 S Columbus Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
274.7 miles awayOutdoors
Flossmoor Hills Elementary School Courts (Flossmoor Hills Park)
3721 Beech St, Flossmoor, IL 60422, USA
269.3 miles awayOutdoors
Hecht Park
9310 Birch Ave, Mokena, IL 60448, USA
275.6 miles awayOutdoors
Orchard Park
1655 Olive Rd, Homewood, IL 60430, USA
267.2 miles awayOutdoors
Jean Shepherd Community Center
5925 Calumet Avenue, Hammond, IN 46320, USA
261.4 miles awayOutdoors
Lansing Lions Park
Lions Park, Lansing, IL 60438, USA
261.7 miles awayOutdoors
Pavilion Community Center (Elk Grove) *CC
9401 South Oak Park Avenue
278 miles awayOutdoors
Mary Drew School
7861 W Saint Francis Rd, Frankfort, IL 60423, USA
273.3 miles awayOutdoors
Crete Park
515 1st Street, Crete, IL, USA
263.1 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.sundays
8 AM - 9 PM
mondays
8 AM - 9 PM
tuesdays
8 AM - 9 PM
wednesdays
8 AM - 11 AM
thursdays
8 AM - 4 PM
fridays
8 AM - 9 PM
saturdays
8 AM - 9 PM
What you need to bringCourt shoes/cross trainers/anything with good lateral support, water/hydration, and sunblock.
What I can bringI supply a wide range of high-quality Selkirk paddles so students can try out current paddles at five different levels of performance as well as the new Owl “quiet” paddle so students can experience the cutting edge of “lower noise level” pickleball play.
I also supply high-quality outdoor pickleballs as well as bi-color pickleballs (for teaching spin) and the new Gamma “quiet” pickleballs so students can see how they play since some pickleball courts may start requiring them in the future due to noise issues.
I have mini-nets for teaching dinking in smaller spaces (need a 10’x20’ space) and full size nets for anywhere you’ve got a 25’x60’ space (large driveways, cul de sacs, etc).
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!
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!
JR
Pickleball with Jonathan R.⭑ 5.0 (41 reviews)