Best 36 coaches for lessons near Rocklin, 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. 🎾

Patrick has been an instructor at Turkey Creek for five years and has recently transitioned to be an instructor for The Golf Spot as of September 2021. He provides professional instruction using video analysis, on-course instructions, and mental game awareness. In 2017, Patrick became an accredited member of the PGA of America. Besides his teaching career, Patrick has 20 years of competitive golf experience. He has played on the national junior level and college golf and is a mini-tour player. After winning and competing on many circuits, he decided to change his career to teaching as there was a flaw in golf teaching. Many students would learn the golf swing, but they still didn’t understand how to own their golf swing and play the game of golf, not just make great golf swings. As of January 2022, he has been nominated as one of the best instructors in the nation by Golf Digest under 40 years of age and strives to be the best teacher he can be daily.

"Patrick is the dude ! He makes you feel like one of the guys while instructing you through your lesson . Down to earth and easy to learn from .

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.

I provide tennis instruction from beginner to advanced including stroke mechanics, footwork & strategy. I focus on technique, proper grips, and generating topspin. I teach a semi-western forehand, two-handed backhand, volley fundamentals, split stepping, proper footwork and serve mechanics. I also work with students who have one-handed backhands. I'll share my insider tips on strategy and court positioning. Guiding you through the fundamentals, starting with an overview of the rules and proper techniques. My coaching style is tailored to each student's skill level. I will work with you to either identify areas for improvement or to work on areas you’ve identified you would like to improve. Available as a hitting partner for advanced players seeking to level up their game. Offering personalized coaching to enhance your skills while preserving your unique style.

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

David has been playing pickleball at a high level for over five years, building on a strong athletic foundation as a former collegiate football and track athlete. With experience coaching pickleball, track, and football, David brings a wealth of knowledge and a passion for teaching to every session. His dedication to helping players improve their skills and love for coaching makes him an excellent mentor for athletes at all levels.

"I have been working with David for almost two months and I have nothing but great things to say about him. Outside of being a great coach he is an awesome player here locally who is highly athletic and a blast to watch!

With four decades devoted to the art of tennis, I bring a wealth of knowledge to every lesson. As a former D1 athlete, I tailor instruction to unlock your potential and elevate your game. Expect focused sessions blended with enthusiasm, creating a path to success.