My passion for community engagement started with volleyball. Competing against other schools and playing casually during the holidays helped me build friendships and gain valuable social experiences which I now see reflected in pickleball. This connection inspired me to become a certified instructor and introduce pickleball to my children’s secondary school.
In January 2025 I founded Active Globe: Inspiring Health, Social Bonds, and Friendship, a community group based in Harpenden. Pickleball is the first activity we are fostering with a focus on mixed play bringing together families, different generations, and those seeking social connection. I am also keen to provide additional opportunities for juniors who are not currently part of an active club.
I’m a Pickleball England certified Club Instructor, passionate about teaching players the fundamentals and building a solid foundation for the game. While coaching often involves advanced strategy and competitive training, I currently do more instruction than coaching, specialising in clear, practical guidance that empowers players to enjoy and improve at their own pace.
Level 1 Qualified 2024
Harpenden
Levels taught: Beginners
Teaches: Teenagers, Adults
£25/30 min Introductory lesson for one, £40/50 min lesson for one, £160 Pickleball Fast-Track – 3-Hour Private Workshop for one
Rania is a pleasure to deal with, she’s knowledgeable, full of energy and great at supporting you. Highly recommend her
You’re in the right place! We warmly welcome beginners and tailor sessions specifically to your comfort and pace:
Learn the Basics:
Discover grip, stance, serving, dinks, volleys, and essential footwork.
Understand the Game:
Get familiar with pickleball rules, etiquette, and terminology.
Customized Learning:
Lessons adapt to your personal learning style, ensuring you build confidence comfortably.
Supportive Feedback:
Enjoy guided practice and supportive feedback from patient coaches.
No matter your starting point, we’ll help you find joy and confidence on the court.
Many beginners see noticeable improvement after just one or two lessons. With consistent practice between lessons, you’ll typically experience steady progress and increased confidence on the court within a few weeks.
We make it easy to choose the perfect coach! Each coach’s profile includes details about their teaching style, experience, and specialties. If you’re still unsure, we are always ready to help you find the ideal match.
Personalized Instruction:
Your coach will assess your skills and customize your lesson to target areas like serving, dinks, volleys, and footwork.
Practice and Immediate Feedback:
Engage in drills and practice shots, receiving real-time tips and corrections.
Strategy and Progress:
Learn effective game strategies and actionable tips to enhance your enjoyment and skill level. Plus, stay connected with your coach via our app.
The lessons are generally private, allowing you focused attention and comfortable learning. If you’d like to bring a friend or have someone watch, simply inform your coach in advance — we’re happy to accommodate!
It depends on your goals! Whether you’re new to pickleball or just looking to refine your game, our weekly lesson subscription is the best value.
Lessons are typically available in three durations to fit your goals:
1 Hour:
Perfect for quick, targeted improvement on specific skills.
1.5 Hours:
Ideal for those seeking a balanced session combining detailed instruction and ample practice.
2 Hours:
Great for beginners who want a thorough introduction or advanced players eager for in-depth feedback and strategy development.
Pickleball lessons can take place at any court your coach has access to or any court you provide, as long as it’s within your instructor’s travel radius. Each coach lists their preferred locations for lessons, but you’re welcome to suggest alternatives. Keep in mind that public courts without reservations can be crowded during peak hours. Locations requiring reservation fees or additional costs will clearly note these charges on the location map.
Most coaches can provide paddles if you don’t have your own. If you want to confirm availability, contact us, and we’ll respond faster than you can say “pickle!”
Thank you for the details!
We’ll reach out to the coach and connect you ASAP.
