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Pickleball with Ryan Burningham

💰$50 weekly lessons

For eight years, I've been sharing my passion for pickleball with players of all levels. As an experienced player myself, I bring a deep understanding of the game and a contagious enthusiasm to every session. Let's work together to elevate your skills and unlock your full potential on the court!

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Teaches: Adults, Seniors

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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates

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Lives in: South Jordan, Utah

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Happy Student Score: Not available

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Years Playing: Not specified

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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 lesson🏓 Day 1 Client Assessment – Drill Outline 1. Warm-Up (5–10 mins) • Dynamic stretching • Short-court dinking (NVZ to NVZ) – feel & control 2. Paddle Control & Soft Game • Straight-on & cross-court dinks – touch, consistency • NVZ volleys – hand speed, reaction • 3rd shot drop practice – soft shot under pressure 3. Footwork & Transition • NVZ shuffle drill – lateral movement • Midcourt transition shots – drop shots while advancing 4. Baseline Skills • Cooperative groundstroke rally – forehand/backhand control • Lob & overhead drill – positioning, timing 5. Serve & Return • 10 serves – accuracy & depth • Return reps – placement & consistency 6. Optional Mini-Game • Half-court singles or rally points – game sense & decision-making 7. Coach Notes (Post-Session) • ✅ Strengths • ❌ Weaknesses • 🧠 Mental game traits

Lesson 4-10🏓 Lessons 4–10: Development + Game Application 1. Warm-Up (5–10 mins) • Cross-court dinks (forehand/backhand) • Dynamic movement with paddle control (ladder, cone shuffle, quick taps) 2. Serve + Return Progression • Serve to specific targets (deep corners, body) • Return + NVZ rush – emphasize split step timing • Serve → return → 3rd shot drop (live flow) 3. Third Shot Mastery • Mix 3rd shot drops & drives (decision-making focus) • Cross-court 3rd shots vs straight-on • Add pressure: move up and reset after each shot 4. Transition Zone Training • Live feeds from coach: move from baseline → NVZ with resets • Emphasize paddle position, balance, and shot selection • One-touch resets vs fast feeds (defensive focus) 5. Net Game + Offensive Play • Volley/dink combos • Dink → speed-up → reset → re-dink pattern • “Attack zone” drills (paddle above net, step in, roll or punch volley) 6. Defensive Skills • Reaction volleys & resets under pressure • Block vs counterattack recognition • Lob retrieval and re-settling play 7. Strategy & Situational Drills • Pattern play: serve → return → drop → dink rally • Doubles positioning: stacking, switching, covering middle • Shot selection: when to reset, attack, lob, or roll 8. Game-Like Play (End Each Session) • Half-court singles or doubles with constraints (e.g., must hit drop) • Full-court points with specific focus (e.g., win at NVZ, reset under pressure) • Rally scoring or mini matches to simulate competition 9. Review & Goals • Quick recap: 1 strength, 1 area to improve • Set specific challenge for next session (e.g., “5 consistent 3rd shot drops in a row”)

Lesson 2-3🏓 Lesson 2: Foundation & Footwork Focus 1. Warm-Up (5–10 mins) • Dinking warm-up (cross-court + straight) • Dynamic NVZ footwork ladder (shuffles, split steps) 2. Serve & Return Tune-Up • 10 focused serves (targets: deep middle, backhand corner) • Return practice – placement and recovery to NVZ 3. Groundstroke Mechanics • Baseline rally (topspin focus) – forehand & backhand • Cross-court directional control • Add footwork challenge: hit & move laterally 4. 3rd Shot Development • 3rd shot drops + drives – rotate styles • Partner feeding from baseline, client aims for NVZ targets 5. NVZ Pressure Drills • Volley-to-volley battles • “1 touch only” dink challenge – encourages paddle prep & fast decision-making • Push vs reset practice 6. Transition Game Drill • Live ball: start at baseline, move up after return • Emphasize smart footwork and drop selection 7. Cooldown + Coach Feedback ⸻ 🏓 Lesson 3: Applying Under Pressure 1. Warm-Up (5–10 mins) • Fast-paced dink rally (forehand only, then backhand only) • Footwork cones + paddle control 2. Serve + 3rd Shot Drill Combo • Serve → return → drop → play out short rally • Focus on fluid transitions from baseline to NVZ 3. Offensive vs Defensive Scenarios • Offensive: Player at NVZ, partner at baseline – aim to finish • Defensive: Resetting from midcourt vs strong volleys 4. Kitchen Control Games • “King of the Kitchen” – win 3 dink rallies to rotate • Dink + surprise attack (random speed-up drills) 5. Game-Like Situations • Half-court singles (3-shot rally starts) • Full-court cooperative rally → competitive after 3 hits 6. Introduce Strategy Concepts • NVZ positioning • Communication cues (if doubles) • Shot selection: when to reset vs attack 7. Cooldown + Progress Review • Set small goals for next session (e.g., drop consistency, serve depth)

What you need to bring- Water - Sturdy Shoes - Exercise Clothing - A good attitude and willingness to learn! - Paddles/Pickleballs (Optional)

What I can bring- Up to 2 performance paddles - Up to 5 wooden paddles - Pickleballs

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