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Beginner training plan
Your first lessonYou can expect to walk out of your first lesson knowing how to play pickleball with a proper foundation moving forward.
Lesson 2-3Lets focus on proper mechanics of how to keep the ball down! Once thats at a reasonable level, we will then shift our attention elsewhere.
Lesson 4-10These later sessions is where we begin learning how to hit amazing drops & resets from all positions on the court. Sometimes people learn 80% of it within 1-2 lessons!

Advanced training plan
Your first lessonTailored to specific needs to break through 4.0

Youth players
Working with kidsJust want to make it a fun experience most importantly for them!

Working with teenagersHopefully through this they may want to dedicate more time to this new hobby!

What you need to bringJust your shoes and spirit!

What I can bringI will be providing plenty of balls and bringing spare paddles as well.

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!
  1. Pickleball
  2. California
  3. Oakland
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Pickleball with Joshua T.⭑ 5.0 (29 reviews)

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Pickleball 🏓 lessons with

Coach Joshua Tam

Joshua Tam, Pickleball coach in Oakland
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Joshua is a SuperCoach ranked in the top 3% coaches based on reliability, responsiveness and student feedback, often exceeding expectations.
Coach Rating
5.0
18 ratings
11 reviews
SuperCoach
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Joshua is a SuperCoach ranked in the top 3% coaches based on reliability, responsiveness and student feedback, often exceeding expectations.
Coach Rating
5.0
18 ratings
11 reviews

About your pickleball coach

Hi I'm Joshua Tam! I coach focusing on decision-making, consistency and repeatable shots. I am a believer in that techniques like dinking, resetting, blocking are key to a strong pickleball foundation. These are my greatest strengths that have allowed me to do very well in high level money tournaments. Whether you're brand new to pickleball or trying to break through a current level plateau (3.0-3.5-4.0+), lessons are tailored to your specific needs! My personal tournament results include 2nd place in 4.0. 4th in 4.5, and 2nd place in 5.0 DUPR events.

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Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts
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Lives in: Castro Valley, California
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Years of Experience: Not specified
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Given: 61 lessons
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Joshua's availability

Find a location and time that works for you

Montclair Pickleball Courts

$10
2097.0 miles away
Preferred by coach

Wallis Ranch Community Park

$12
2081.2 miles away
Preferred by coach

Muirwood Community Park

No location fee
2084.4 miles away

Reserved - Washington Manor Park

$15
2096.3 miles away
Preferred by coach

Pleasanton Tennis and Community Park

$12
2083.7 miles away

Knoll Pickleball Court

$10
2089.7 miles away

Foster City Pickleball Courts at Leo J. Ryan Park

$13
2105.4 miles away

Availability on all locations

Near Oakland, California

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Accomplishments

🏓4.644 DUPR

Certifications & Badges

📝DUPR Certified

Specializations

🎯Doubles Strategy
🎯Dinking

Reputation

SuperCoach
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Joshua is a SuperCoach ranked in the top 3% coaches based on reliability, responsiveness and student feedback, often exceeding expectations.
Reliability
Always reliable ⭐ Shows up on time and ready to teach every lesson. You can count on them.
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5.0
18 ratings•11 reviews
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Joshua is a SuperCoach ranked in the top 3% coaches based on reliability, responsiveness and student feedback, often exceeding expectations.
Sandhya P.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 12•Verified ✓
Joshua is a great pickleball coach! As a beginner, I really appreciate how patient he is and how clearly he explains each technique. He shares helpful tips and tricks, keeps me motivated, and makes learning enjoyable. I’ve already seen improvement in my game and highly recommend him.
Anna D.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
Great
Malachi R.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
Josh is a great and patient teacher who eased us into the foundations nicely and gave each of us great tips. Our progression in just the first lesson alone was surprisingly great
Rebecca K.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
Great first lesson. Very attentive with lots of good suggestions and tips. Definitely booking again!
Isaac C.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 2•Verified ✓
I had a great experience with coach Joshua! Highly recommend
April Qin
I never had any previous racket or tennis background and Joshua really helped me improve as a player and get to 4.0 level!