Pickleball with Matt Ryan
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⭑5.0 (21)
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💰$63 weekly lessons
I started playing pickleball 3 years ago. I grew up playing tennis and have lots of knowledge from that that translates to Pickleball. After discovering pickleball I quickly fell in love with the game. As a 4.1-rated player, I enjoy coaching and focusing on swing mechanics, proper footwork, and strategy. I’m passionate about sharing my knowledge and love of the game and helping others improve their Pickleball skills! I enjoy making lessons fun and engaging.
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Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates
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Lives in: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Happy Student Score: 94
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Years Playing: Not specified
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Given: 52 lessons
Accomplishments
🏓4.1 DUPR
➕Tournament Competitor
🏅Tournament Winner
Reviews
Total reviews21
Average rating
5.0
Kevin A.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 9
Matt is an incredible instructor. He has deep knowledge and experience with the game and was immediately able to assess where I was in my pickleball journey and provide me guidance and skills building exercises. After one lesson I noticed an improvement and felt more confident as a player. I very much look forward to continuing to work with him.
Jody B.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5
Matt was great- so helpful and patient with a complete novice
Aidan.d
Lessons taken: 1
Matt Ryan's coaching prowess shines through in his ability to combine technical expertise with a friendly and approachable teaching style. His passion for pickleball is infectious, and his patience and encouragement create an ideal learning environment for players of all levels. Matt is truly a standout in the pickleball community!
Agastya b
Lessons taken: 1
Mr. Ryan is a really great pickleball coach. He knew how to play pickleball really well and I really enjoyed playing long pickleball matches against him. Additionally, he brought many other players into our club, which meant I got to play against a variety of styles.
Tomás I
Lessons taken: 1
Matt is very easy to get along with. He’s patient, has great skill in the game, and a great ability to transmit it. He covers how to hit the ball, worth the position oneself, how to work with your partner. His sessions are intense and fulfilling.
Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:9 courts available
Water Tower Rec Center
208 E Hartwell Ln, Philadelphia, PA 19118, USA
413 miles awayOutdoors
Delco Turf and Pickle
1451 Conchester Hwy, Garnet Valley, PA 19060, USA
399.2 miles awayIndoorsOutdoors
Paddock Park
214 W Hillcrest Ave, Havertown, PA 19083, USA
406.9 miles awayOutdoors
Radnor Middle School
150 Louella Avenue, Radnor, PA, USA
403.2 miles awayOutdoors
Wynnewood Valley Park
1414 Remington Rd, Penn Wynne, PA, USA
409 miles awayOutdoors
Wynnewood Valley Park
1505 Remington Road
408.9 miles awayOutdoors
Grange Estate
143 Myrtle Ave, Havertown, PA 19083, USA
408.8 miles awayOutdoors
Ashbridge Park
1301 Montgomery Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010, USA
406.6 miles awayOutdoors
Warren Filipone Memorial Park
400 South Devon Avenue
402.4 miles awayOutdoors
Availability
These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.sundays
8 AM - 11 PM
mondays
3:30 PM - 6 PM
tuesdays
3:30 PM - 6 PM
wednesdays
3:30 PM - 7 PM
thursdays
3:30 PM - 6 PM
fridays
4 PM - 7 PM
saturdays
8 AM - 12 PM
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonHave a chat about objectives for our lesson together. Go over court markings. Terminologies. Game play rules. Learn proper foot work and before play preparation.Start lessons on dinks, for-hand mechanics and learning serve.
Lesson 11+Work on game strategy. Shot selection. Teach game scenarios. Continue perfecting for-hand back-hand and volleys and drop shot. Start learning what to expect after a shot is made.
Lesson 4-10Continue to drill for-hand. Work on serving. Learn serve return. Learn drop shots and why. Learn higher level dinking.
Lesson 2-3Continue working on proper For-hand mechanics. Introduce back hand lesson.Learn blocking and volleys. Continue developing serves. Practice doubles game play using simulation.
Youth players
Working with kidsWhen working with kids in Pickleball, keep sessions fun, fast-paced, and focused on fundamentals through games and repetition. Start each session with a dynamic warm-up and movement-based game to build coordination, followed by short skill-building segments like paddle control, dinks, serves, and groundstrokes, adjusted for age and ability. Use creative drills like “Kitchen Knockout” or “Serve the Target” to keep them engaged while learning court awareness and teamwork. Emphasize encouragement, communication, and basic strategy over strict technique, and always wrap up with a quick review, high fives, and a fun challenge they can try at home.
Working with teenagersWhen working with teenagers in Pickleball, focus on building strong fundamentals while introducing strategy, competitive gameplay, and teamwork. Keep sessions dynamic and challenging with structured drills that develop shot consistency, footwork, and court positioning. Teenagers respond well to game-based learning, so include point play, mini-tournaments, and scenario-based drills to keep them engaged. Encourage them to think tactically—when to attack, when to reset—and foster a positive, goal-oriented environment where they can improve, compete, and have fun
What you need to bringBring a paddle if you have one. I do have extras to lend as well. And bring a smile!
That’s it. I’ll handle the rest!
What I can bringPaddles, Court markers. Balls.
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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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