Learn Pickleball with Paul
⭑5.0 (23)
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💰$56 weekly lessons
I'm Paul, an enthusiastic and dedicated pickleball player and coach, deeply passionate about teaching and improving your game. I'm thrilled to invite you to play on a private home court facing the beautiful desert mountains of Cave Creek, AZ. I bring the fun of the game to players of all ages and skill levels. My coaching style is fun, friendly, and supportive, emphasizing not only the basics and technical aspects but also strategic play. Over the past two years, I've received personal coaching and training from advanced players. Whether you're a beginner looking to grasp the basics or an intermediate player striving to become advanced, I'm here to tailor your sessions to meet your needs and have a blast doing it! Let's take your pickleball skills and enjoyment to new levels together!
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Teaches: Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates
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Lives in: Cave Creek, Arizona
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Happy Student Score: 98
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Years Playing: Not specified
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Given: 40 lessons
Reviews
Total reviews23
Average rating
5.0
David A.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 8
Excellent 1st lesson.
Marie B.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 3
He’s such a lovely young man, he makes a lesson lots of fun.
Jim H.
Lessons taken: 1
Paul is an excellent instructor and is very patient. I really like his coaching style and he provided me with drills I can also practice on my own, or with another playing partner. I feel I can take the information I learned during this lesson and immediate incorporate into my game. I look forward to more lessons and mentoring from Paul to take my game to the next level!
Tony S.
Lessons taken: 1
I have been taking pickleball lessons with Paul for a few months now and am blown away by how much I have improved. His attention to detail and ability to identify areas for improvement have made all the difference. Paul is a really fun and engaging instructor!
Kerm Taylor
Lessons taken: 1
Paul is a very competent coach, as well as an enthusiastic and dedicated pickleball player. He is deeply passionate about teaching and improving your game but he is also a very enthusiastic and dedicated pickleball player. impressive player and
Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:1 court available
Private Home Court - N Spur Cross Rd.
42441 N Spur Cross Rd, Cave Creek, AZ 85331, USA
1645.9 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
6 AM - 5 PM
mondays
6 AM - 5 PM
tuesdays
6 AM - 5 PM
wednesdays
6 AM - 5 PM
thursdays
6 AM - 5 PM
fridays
6 AM - 5 PM
saturdays
6 AM - 5 PM
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonSTEP 1 - DINKING
Place one to four players on the court at the Kitchen.
Dink the ball back and forth over the net in the kitchen to each other.
Once the players are comfortable and warmed up hitting the ball back and forth in the Kitchen then move onto Serve & Catch drill.
STEP 2 - SERVE & CATCH
Put one to four players on the court at each of the court baselines.
Give a ball to two players on the same side.
Players will practice serving to the opposite court.
Let players decide which serve they would like to use, (Volley Serve or Drop Serve) or try them both.
Servers will serve the ball, the Receivers will catch the ball, then Receiver will serve it back to the same Server.
Repeat 5-10 times then have players change to the opposite service court and repeat.
There are two types of serves.
Volley Serve - server makes a slight toss and strikes the ball before it hits the ground.
The paddle arm must be moving in an upward motion when the ball is struck.
Paddle head must be below the waist when it strikes the ball.
Paddle head must be below the wrist when it strikes the ball.
The server’s feet must be behind the baseline when serving the ball.
Serves are always made to the service court diagonally across the net from where they are serving from.
Explain that the ball MUST cross the Kitchen line completely. While all other lines surrounding the service court are considered good, a served ball may NOT land on the Kitchen line.
Drop Serve - allows the server to drop the ball and then hit it after the bounce.
The ball can be dropped from any height but no momentum, up or down can be used. Simply put, the server will hold the ball with their palm facing down, and opens fingers to release the ball.
STEP 3 - RETURN OF SERVE
Players return the serves.
Ball must bounce before you can hit it.
Best returns are hit deep to your opponents baseline.
STEP 4 - SERVE, RETURN & CATCH
Place four players on the court, all at the baselines.
Give a ball to two players. One in on the right service court, and one in the left service court on the opposite end.
Players will serve to the correct service court.
Receiver will let the ball bounce once, then hit it back over the net.
Receivers return to any spot on the opposite court. Try to hit returns deep.
Players on the serving side will catch the ball.
Repeat with the same servers 5 times and then change servers.
Repeat until all four players have served and returned.
STEP 5 - TWO BOUNCE RULE
Next we want to continue the progression of a rally by allowing the players to hit a third shot.
Must let the ball bounce before they hit the third shot.
STEP 6 - SERVE (bounce one), RETURN (bounce two) - THIRD SHOT
On the third shot allow to continue until they fault.
Serve the ball, one bounce, return the ball (deep), two bounce, third shot.
Allow the players to continue hitting shots as if in a rally, as many times as they can before faulting.
As you are coaching, you might verbally call out “One Bounce” before they hit the return, then “Two Bounce” before they hit the third shot.
As they continue their rallies, if they go into the kitchen, stop play. Simply explain that it is not allowed.
STEP 7 - Scoring and essential equipment.
Lesson 11+Fine tune existing skills, body positioning, shots and game strategies.
Lesson 4-10Work on aggressive serves including spins. Focus on returning smashing shots and hitting and returning lobs. Work on game strategies.
Lesson 2-3Continue training First Lesson Steps 1-7 and improve on body positioning and fine tuning shots.
Youth players
Working with kidsWhen teaching kids, I adapt my lessons to be fun and engaging, using games and activities that make learning enjoyable. I focus on building a strong foundation in the basics while incorporating age-appropriate drills and exercises that keep their interest and energy levels high. Patience and encouragement are key, as I strive to create a positive and supportive environment where young players feel confident and excited to learn.
Working with teenagersWhen teaching teenagers, I adapt my lessons to balance skill development with the social and competitive aspects that appeal to this age group. I incorporate advanced drills and techniques while fostering a supportive and collaborative environment that encourages teamwork and peer learning. By focusing on both physical fitness and strategic thinking, I help teens develop their skills and confidence, preparing them for competitive play and personal growth in the sport.
What you need to bringBring comfortable clothing. You should be able to move easily and breathe while wearing it. Shoes with traction. Outdoor tennis shoes with gummy soles are good for outdoor playing. Also bring sunglasses.
What I can bringPickleball court, pickleball net, pickleball paddles, and pickleball balls, water bottles, water and electrolyte replenisher for an extra boost.
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!
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