Best 41 coaches for lessons near Gold River, CA

Ready to UP your pickleball game and have some fun? I teach in the Napa Valley as well as Sacramento and Roseville. I bring over two years of solid experience and my huge passion for sharing my love of the sport with players of all levels and ages. Let's work together to elevate your skills and unlock your full potential on the court. As a former competitive soccer player, I feel confident with my agility, coordination and strategy against a variety of opponents even though I do not have a tennis background. I will teach you the basics as well as elevate your skills and provide detail for you specifically on how to improve and progress to the next level player, or enter your first tournament whilst having so much fun!! This game provides amazing exercise, socialization and competitive play. It’s “adult recess” as I say! Let’s go!!!!!

"It was great to play a few real games and get a chance to practice some key skills like serving, returning, and communicating with a partner.

With six years of professional coaching and a lifelong dedication to tennis, I've had the privilege of training a wide range of players, from toddlers to senior adults. My coaching journey began at various summer camps, refining my ability to enhance players' techniques and strategic skills. As a former top 50 player in USTA rankings, I bring a competitive edge to my coaching, coupled with expertise as a certified fitness coach to optimize on-court performance. Offering personalized lessons, dynamic hitting sessions, and fitness training, I am committed to helping you excel at every level of the game. Let's work together to elevate your technique, strategy, and overall performance on the court.

"One thing that stood out during the lesson with Yana was the good introduction to the basics. The session felt well-paced and engaging, making it easy to follow along. If you’re thinking about improving your tennis skills, Yana’s lessons are definitely worth trying out. The positive vibe and clear guidance helped make the experience enjoyable and motivating. 🎾

As a sponsored athlete with Gearbox Sports and PPR certified instructor, pickleball organizes my life. I've spent the last seventeen years giving hundreds of tennis and pickleball lessons to players of all levels. My goal is to help you elevate your game with the skills you already possess. Whether you're an experienced player or brand new to paddle sports, I've got your back.

"Eric and I made such great progress within our first lesson together. His teaching style really clicked with my learning abilities and that was very helpful with the drills we were doing. I left with enough information and ideas on what I can work on during my own drilling sessions to help me move forward with this pickleball journey. He is patient, super knowledgeable, and gives great instant feedback.

Mike is a PPR certified Pickleball instructor focused on helping folks in the Folsom and Sacramento areas how to get into the game he loves. Mike has been teaching over a year now and has been playing for several more. He is a frequent tournament competitor as well.

"Mike's lesson really helped me understand how to hold my racquet better in certain situations and to attack the ball properly. Though I think I could still improve on my serve techniques, I feel more confident now, and the lessons really stuck with me. Still, I’m hopeful that with more practice, my serve will get sharper. Definitely worth trying if you want a measured, practical approach to pickleball.

Hello - I am a former NCAA Division 1 player for UC Davis with 86 career singles wins. Held a USTA Junior Circuit ranking of Top 10 for NorCal and was a 4-star recruit. If you’re hoping to improve your game, I can help you get there fast. I train beginners, competitive USTA players (2.5–5.5), and juniors aiming for college tennis. Offering Private - Group lessons, high-level coaching focused on results: learn to love the game, cleaner technique, smarter match play, and real progression. Book your first session today and let’s elevate your game. 🎾

Former professional cricket player, after my ligaments surgery started playing Pickleball. I’m super hooked even started making my own paddles for professional players, designers paddle and kids paddles. I can't wait to teach you this sport!

"Allen is purposeful, explains the meaning of drills which makes sense. I appreciated his feedback and I look forward to more lessons

When I picked up a paddle just 2.5 years ago, I had zero athletic background. No tennis, no racquetball, nothing. It was just me, a paddle, and the curiosity to see what this “pickleball game” was all about. Fast forward to today, and I’m now a 5.0+ DUPR rated player who has medaled in 14 out of 15 tournaments, including the PPA Tour. My most recent win was achieving gold at the 5.0 level. What sets me apart isn’t just the wins—it’s how I got there. I broke my left hand three years ago (yep, the one I use for everything), so I taught myself to play right handed. The result? I became a true two sides of the court player with a special knack for left side dominant play. Combine that with my experience partnering with left handed players, and I can give you unique strategies for lefty/righty pairings that most coaches are not aware of and never even considered. What I Specialize In: * Tournament Prep & Strategy – Building confidence through mental game prep, match tactics, and step-by-step planning. * Aggressive Topspin 3rd Shot Drops – Turning defense into offense is my bread and butter. Getting to the kitchen after the serve is my specialty * Two Handed Cross Court Dinks – Achieving consistency while adding aggressive top spin. * Left Side Domination & Partner Play – Maximizing strengths in duos with unique strategy. Especially powerful with lefty/righty duos. Why Work With Me? I know what it’s like to start from scratch and grind it out. I’ve built my game shot by shot, drill by drill, laugh by laugh. Now, I’m ready to share that journey with players of all levels—whether you’re picking up a paddle for the first time or gearing up for your next gold medal run. Pickleball is competitive, yes—but it’s also fun. With me, you’ll learn the strategies, level up your skills, and maybe even laugh at my bad jokes while doing it.

With 15 years of yoga instruction, I blend traditional techniques with personalized guidance. I foster mindful movement and empower students to discover their inner strength and flexibility through all types of yoga: vinyasa, gentle, restorative, chair, and yin. Let's embark on a transformative journey together.