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G T Bray Recreation ComplexPickleball Venue in Bradenton, FL

5.0(47 coach reviews)
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2 coaches•From $86 per lesson
G T Bray Recreation Complex - Pickleball venue🏓Bradenton, FL

pickleball court in Bradenton

Courts
24
Setting
Indoor + outdoor
play in any weather
Parking
On-site
Ample free parking available, easy access as noted by visitors.

2 pickleball coaches at G T Bray Recreation Complex

Every coach below teaches at G T Bray Recreation Complex. Pick the one that fits your level - they handle the rest.

John Hamm profile
About John

PPR Certified and “Special Olympics Unified Partner” Pickleball Coach teaching athletes for 40+ years with an enthusiastic passion for PICKLEBALL. Semi-finalist at the 2023 US Open in Naples, FL, and recent DUPR 4.0+ Waterfall Tournament Winner & Qualifier for the Dallas 2023 DUPR Waterfall National Tournament. An Ambassador for NPL and a proud member of USAP & USSP. Let's play and learn together!

What students say...

"Was very helpful reinforcing play at the kitchen line.

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John
From$107per lesson

John

Bio: PPR Certified and “Special Olympics Unified Partner” Pickleball Coach teaching athletes for 40+ years with an enthusiastic passion for PICKLEBALL. Semi-finalist at the 2023 US Open in Naples, FL, and recent DUPR 4.0+ Waterfall Tournament Winner & Qualifier for the Dallas 2023 DUPR Waterfall National Tournament. An Ambassador for NPL and a proud member of USAP & USSP. Let's play and learn together!
5.0
126 Lessons given
5.0
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 1:00 PM
PPR Certified
Global Competitor
💰$107 for weekly lessons
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Luis Odon profile
About Luis

PPR Certified Coach driven by a genuine love for pickleball, I've been sharing my passion for almost two years, guiding players of all levels to improve. As a tournament winner and experienced player, I bring a competitive edge and proven strategies to help you elevate your game and have fun on the court.

What students say...

"Today was my first time training with Coach Luis, and it was an awesome experience. He taught me the roll, the flick, and how to improve my dinks in a way that was super easy to understand. He broke down each technique step-by-step and made sure I really got the feel of the shots. I already feel more confident and see improvement after just one session. He’s patient, knowledgeable, and knows exactly how to correct mistakes without making you feel pressured. Highly recommend Coach Luis for anyone who wants to level up their pickleball game!

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94Score
Luis
From$86per lesson

Luis

Bio: PPR Certified Coach driven by a genuine love for pickleball, I've been sharing my passion for almost two years, guiding players of all levels to improve. As a tournament winner and experienced player, I bring a competitive edge and proven strategies to help you elevate your game and have fun on the court.
4.9
38 Lessons given
4.9
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
Tournament Winner
💰$86 for weekly lessons
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About G T Bray Recreation Complex

G.T. Bray Recreation Complex offers 24 dedicated pickleball courts (20 outdoor, 4 indoor) with permanent lines/nets, lighted, restrooms, water. Daily fee or monthly membership required for access.

When to come
This is one of the busiest venues in the area. Weekday mornings and mid-afternoons are typically your best bet for an open court or a focused lesson.
Amenities
  • Parking: Ample free parking available, easy access as noted by visitors.
  • Indoor and outdoor courts
  • Entrance: The entrance to GT Bray Park is located off 51st Street West, between 33rd Avenue Drive West and 29th Avenue West, in Bradenton.

Where you'll play

5502 33rd Ave Dr W, Bradenton, FL 34209, USA

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Lessons at G T Bray Recreation Complex, explained

Lessons at G T Bray Recreation Complex start at $86 per lesson. The exact price depends on the coach, the session length, and whether you book solo or split a group lesson with friends — and your first lesson is always free.

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G T Bray Recreation Complex - Pickleball venue🏓Bradenton, FL
Hours

Mon-Thu 5:30am-9pm, Fri 5:30am-7pm, Sat-Sun 7am-4pm. Indoor pickleball M-F 10am-1pm first-come first-served.

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Reviews for coaches at G T Bray Recreation Complex

5.0(47 coach reviews)
Yen N.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Today was my first time training with Coach Luis, and it was an awesome experience. He taught me the roll, the flick, and how to improve my dinks in a way that was super easy to understand. He broke down each technique step-by-step and made sure I really got the feel of the shots. I already feel more confident and see improvement after just one session. He’s patient, knowledgeable, and knows exactly how to correct mistakes without making you feel pressured. Highly recommend Coach Luis for anyone who wants to level up their pickleball game!
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Yen N.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
Wow, John’s lesson really sharpened my lob defenses and boosted my backhand skills quite a bit. Though he explains everything clearly and makes it easy to follow, I still see room for more drills to build my confidence further. Honestly, I’d consider trying more lessons with him to keep improving.
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Marie J.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 2•Verified ✓
John is a great, extremely knowledgeable instructor. I am a beginner and am already hooked! John was very patient and explained everything well. I'm very excited for my next lesson.
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Lara S.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
John was great. He gave very helpful pointers to help improve our game! Would definitely book future lessons with him.
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Dawn R.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
John was very helpful and heard my concerns and is helping me reach my goals
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Dawn R.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
Was very helpful reinforcing play at the kitchen line.
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