Learn Pickleball with Jonathan
⭑4.7 (7)
😊84
💰$50 weekly lessons
Pickleball isn't just a game, it's a passion I love sharing with others. As a tournament winner with 8 years of coaching experience, I bring a unique blend of expertise and enthusiasm to every lesson. Let's work together to elevate your game and unlock your full potential on the court.
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Levels taught: Beginners
Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors
😊84 Happy student score
✏️Provides lesson summaries
🏅Tournament Winner
📝PCI Certified
🎓8 years playing
🔥13 Lessons
As a player, I'm rated:
🏓 3.85DUPR
Reviews
Total reviews7
Average rating
4.71
Lilly
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 3
My husband seems to be obsessed with pickleball so I had him teach me after he took his coaching class online. I have some badminton experience but no other.
Jon makes learning fun and executes his teachings really well. I’m seeing why pickleball is so addicting!
Steven L
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1
Jon was very helpful in giving me an introductory understanding of the game of pickleball as well as some fundamentals. I look forward to following up and learning more as I progress.
Dustin
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 1
I wanted to take my game to the next level so I had Jon teach and drill me on third shot drops/drives, conditioning, and improving my smash.
Gary Dvosis
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 4
I’ve been playing with Jon on and off for a number of years. When we linked back up I asked him for private lessons to drill my third shot drop b (backhand in particular). He also helped me work on my volley tactics setting up follow up shots.
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Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:5 courts available
Brick Yard Road Park Pickleball Court
16800 Brickyard Rd NE, Bothell, WA 98011, USA
2001.2 miles awayOutdoors
Shoreline Park
19030 1st Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155, USA
2008.1 miles awayOutdoors
South Lynnwood Park (tennis court)
20915 61st Ave W, Lynnwood, WA 98036
2007.5 miles awayOutdoors
Highlands Park- Mill Creek (tennis court)
16363 27th Dr SE, Mill Creek, WA 98012
2002 miles awayOutdoors
The Ridge Activity Center
3827 Maltby Rd, Bothell, WA 98012, USA
2001.3 miles awayOutdoors
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 lessonWe will meet and greet, then discuss some of the fundamental rules of pickleball.
After assessing the students basic understandings we may choose to play a little or go straight to beginner drills focusing on topics such as swing form and technique, footwork, and conditioning.
Lesson 11+Lesson 11+: Advanced Fundamentals & Game Strategy
• Shot Selection – Choosing the right shot in different situations
• Net Control – Poaching, stacking, and dominating the kitchen line
• Fast Ball Defense – Blocking and resetting under pressure
• Lobs & Overheads – Offensive lobs and defending them effectively
• Game Scenarios – Playing out points with strategy and feedback
• Tournament Prep – Rules, formats, and competitive mindset
Lesson 4-10Lesson 4: Serve & Return Depth
• Focus: Deep, consistent serves and returns
• Drills: Target zones, return placement
• Game: Serve/return-only mini games
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Lesson 5: Third Shot Drop
• Focus: Intro to the third shot drop (soft landing in kitchen)
• Drills: Drop shots from baseline
• Game: 3-shot sequence drill (serve, return, drop)
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Lesson 6: Net Play & Volleys
• Focus: Control at the net, blocking volleys
• Drills: Volley-to-volley, punch volleys
• Game: No-bounce rallies at the net
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Lesson 7: Transition Zone & Footwork
• Focus: Moving from baseline to net safely
• Drills: Shadow footwork, split-step timing
• Game: Transition game (earn the net)
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Lesson 8: Doubles Strategy Basics
• Focus: Positioning, communication, stacking intro
• Drills: Cross-court dinks, partner rotations
• Game: Doubles with side switch every 5 points
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Lesson 9: Defending & Resetting
• Focus: Resetting hard shots into soft shots
• Drills: Block-to-soft reset from midcourt
• Game: One team attacks, one defends/reset
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Lesson 10: Game Play & Review
• Focus: Reinforce all skills, build confidence
• Activity: Round robin or full games
• Feedback: Individual tips + progress recognition
Lesson 2-3Lesson 2: Consistency & Movement
1. Warm-Up (10 mins)
• Dynamic movement + dinking warm-up
2. Review Basics (5 mins)
• Grip, stance, rules check-in
3. Drills (30 mins)
• Dinking with movement
• Groundstroke accuracy (targets)
• Serve + return consistency
• Intro to volleys (no swing, just block)
4. Game Play (10 mins)
• Half-court or doubles mini games
5. Wrap-Up (5 mins)
• Key tips: control > power, stay low
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Lesson 3: Strategy & Doubles Play
1. Warm-Up (10 mins)
• Dink rally + footwork
2. Quick Review (5 mins)
• Volleys, groundstrokes, kitchen rule
3. Drills (30 mins)
• Third shot drop intro
• Transition zone footwork
• Doubles communication drill
4. Game Play (10 mins)
• Full doubles game with coach feedback
5. Wrap-Up (5 mins)
• Focus tip: patience, smart shot choices
Youth players
Working with kidsAdapting Pickleball for Kids
• Keep It Short & Fun: Use 5–10 min activities with lots of movement
• Game-Based Learning: Turn drills into fun games (e.g., hit the target, rally challenge)
• Simplify Rules: Focus on one rule or skill per lesson
• Positive Vibes: Praise effort, keep energy high, use teams for fun
Working with teenagersAdapting Pickleball for Kids
• Keep It Short & Fun: Use 5–10 min activities with lots of movement
• Game-Based Learning: Turn drills into fun games (e.g., hit the target, rally challenge)
• Simplify Rules: Focus on one rule or skill per lesson
• Positive Vibes: Praise effort, keep energy high, use teams for fun
What you need to bringPaddle, water bottle.
What I can bringBalls, cones.
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!
JW
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