After a 40-year playing and coaching career in semi-professional football came to an end, I looked for another sporting challenge to fill the void. Initially I decided to replace football with tennis, but after representing my local David Lloyd club in tennis I stumbled across Pickleball and immediately became hooked to this amazing sport.
In a short time, I became a multiple doubles winner in competitions throughout the south, as well as a semi-finalist in the English Seniors Open, and a quarter finalist in US Open Seniors in singles.
Since gaining a level 1 qualification, I have coached both juniors and seniors, with one of my students who had never played Pickleball before going onto to become a singles runner up in the Nationals within a year of picking up a paddle.
Along with coaching private clients, I have coached the Junior Section with Dorset Pickleball Club. I am a full-time firefighter and recently became responsible for overlooking the Pickleball section of Dorset and Wiltshire Fire Service.
I am passionate about promoting the sport, and the many benefits that accompany Pickleball. If you are just starting out on your Pickleball journey and just want to compete against friends, or looking to take on the best, it would be great assist you in achieving your goals.
Level 1 Qualified
Dorset
Teaches: Juniors and Seniors
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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!”
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