Best 41 coaches for lessons near Hidden Meadows, CA

Born and raised in San Diego, California, basketball has been a central part of my life for as long as I can remember. I come from a family of athletes—my brother and sister both played Division I basketball, and I was fortunate to follow a similar path. I earned a basketball scholarship to Boise State, where I competed at the collegiate level and continued to develop my game. After college, I had the opportunity to participate in several NBA tryouts, which opened the door for me to continue my career playing professionally overseas. Those experiences deepened my understanding of the game and gave me a global perspective on basketball. Now, my passion lies in teaching and developing players. There’s nothing more rewarding than helping athletes improve and watching their skills grow, both on and off the court. Basketball gave me so much, and I’m dedicated to passing that on to the next generation.

My name is Jaiden Hairston. I love to work with young students and I love basketball! I have a background in AAU basketball during my highschool years, & pro-am basketball during my college years. I enjoy seeing the youth grow up and find their place in society. I want to be a part of that. I want to offer my assistance and help whenever and wherever I can. I truly hope I can teach many young kids the ethics of basketball and how it’s good for your heart, mind, and body.

David "Mac" is a pickleball teaching professional certified by the IPTPA. He is a student of the game and has an ability to see quickly those areas that will help move a player to the next level. He is a National Champion in both singles and doubles. Mac is a former head tennis teaching professional, college coach and Junior Davis Cup coach. He has developed a number of division I college players, including a state HS singles champion. Several of his former students went on to become teaching professionals as well. The Quincy Tennis Association awards a junior player with the “Dave McDowell Sportsmanship Award” annually since 1990. Mac was ranked #1 in the district in singles in his age group.

Professional Major League Baseball (MLB) Player with proven success surpassing goals in competitive fast-paced environments. Possesses both accrued knowledge and vital experience gained from a successful 20-year career essential to understanding, implementing, and executing a winning team strategy. Confident and motivating leader, relationship builder and communicator who easily establishes trust and rapport with both peers and management. Eager to apply drive, focus, and discipline to an organization and contribute to long-term success. Certified Rapsodo, OnBaseU, Blast Motion and K-vest fluency. Fluent in English and Spanish. Let's work together to elevate your game!

""Coach Raul is an amazing coach and mentor. My son is very shy and was barely making contact with the baseball. Coach has made my son feel very excited about baseball again just after 2 session we after 1 my son was begging me to go back. By the second session my son was making the right contact on the baseball and has brought baseball back and in a positive way with my son. Thank you for all you do as a coach and a mentor. We will be continuing to use this direction for as long as necessary. If you have anyone needing help Coach Raul is the best." 大文 大大 Andrew E. (CoachUp Confirmed Client)

Cassidy Perreault, along with co-founder Tanner McCoy, brings a unique energy and commitment to the pickleball world through Tenacious Pickleball. Known for their motto "Tannassidy," the pair’s journey began casually in 2020, but their love for the sport quickly transformed into a passion for coaching. After honing their competitive skills and integrating pickleball into their daily routines, they became certified coaches in 2022 through the International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association. Tanner and Cassidy have since served as Club Pros at venues like Cal-a-vie Health Spa and The Havens Country Club, where they lead group clinics, tournaments, and private lessons. Their dedication to coaching excellence and player growth is evident in their efforts to continuously improve their services. At the heart of Tenacious Pickleball is the desire to bring families and communities together through the sport, creating a fun and supportive environment for all players, from beginners to seasoned athletes.

Hello! I’m James “Jimmy” Drolet, a passionate pickleball coach based in the scenic hills of Fallbrook, CA. Over the past four years, I’ve had the pleasure of coaching players at all levels, helping them elevate their game with proven techniques with a touch of fun. I offer introductory-level instruction tailored to help you get the most out of your pickleball experience. With a private court at my facility, I provide a personalized and welcoming environment for all my clients. Join me for a fun and rewarding journey on the court!

"Best coach ever!!!

Pickleball has been my passion for almost 2 years, and I'm a certified PPR coach skilled at connecting and motivating people. My goal is to share my pickleball journey, help others improve, and contribute to the sport's growth. As a perpetual learner, I focus on fundamental skills, mental game, physical conditioning, and rules knowledge. Let's elevate your pickleball skills and have a blast on the court!

Ever watched a pickleball game and thought, "I want to do that?" With five years of experience, including tournament wins, I'm here to help you master this exciting sport. Let's work together to elevate your game with strategic techniques and have some fun along the way!

"I worked with Tony in the corporate world for nearly 20 yrs and I knew he was an avid pickleball player who had won several tournaments. However, I had no idea he was also an accomplished teaching professional. Having come from an All-American Honors tennis background, I learned that he had extensive coaching experience with tennis and has been now teaching pickleball. I've taken a few lessons when I am in the area and the experiences have been a ton of fun. He definitely knows his stuff, although I'm not sure if I am going to ever be good enough to give him a challenge on the court. Regardless, he has opened up my eyes to a whole new world of excitement, exercise and socializing opportunities that I never knew existed. Thank you Tony

Norm comes to Cliff Drysdale Tennis after most recently serving as the Assistant Program Coordinator at New Rochelle Racquet Club in New York and Tennis Director at the Christmas Cove Improvement Association in South Bristol, ME. Hailing from Boston, MA, Norm brings experience in working with a wide range of students, spanning from 10-and-under to adults, as well as high-performance players. After earning a Master’s degree in Sports Management, Norm knew coaching was his passion, and he built his coaching philosophy around developing strong habits and building confidence for his students. His career began with coaching high school teams, running local summer tennis programming, and serving as the Assistant Coach for the Men's and Women's Tennis teams at Williams College and he’s thrilled to now be in California as a member of the Cliff Drysdale Tennis Team.

1. Professionalism 2. Effort & Attitude. 3. Basic skills. 4. Enjoying playing the game as a player and performer. That is the main focus to develop properly fundamentally and enjoy playing the game of tennis! For tennis staring at 3 years old and up working with modern equipment and programs that helps to learn and understand the basic of tennis in a quality way for beginners. For experience players use of progressive drills and exercises. Match play, learning tactical/strategical development , advancing physical condition, cardio, nutrition/diet, building strength, focus and confides. USPTA professional certified. ITF 10s certified. 5.5 NTPR player/pro ranked.

"Coach was great with my 3 young kids!! I would definitely hire again