Best 130 coaches for lessons near Santa Monica, CA

I’ve been playing pickleball for 6+ years with a strong tennis background, and what started as a fun hobby quickly became something I really care about. I play at a 4.5 level and love helping others to play stronger, move better, feel more confidant, and actually enjoy the game on a deeper level. To me, improving in pickleball is more than just skill, it’s freedom. The freedom to move, compete, express yourself, and have a whole lot of fun. My only goal is to help you get it

"First lesson with Alex. He came on time with his equipment and was easy to set up the lessons with. Friendly and knowledgeable with the love for the pickleball game. I was preparing for a future tournament so this lesson consists of a mix of everything, from different types of serves, to dinking, and returns. He evaluated my fundamentals and helped support my foundation and polished areas that I had issues being consistent with. Easy to work with and has an eye on picking up little details that I missed. Looking forward to future lessons and will review again on the progress.

For 33 years, I've been deeply engaged with tennis, wearing my 4.0 player badge with pride. With an extensive background in teaching, I find immense joy in coaching players of every level. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, together, we can take your game to new heights!

"The lesson was quite helpful, and I appreciated the focus on specific strokes. Though, I think it would be great to see a bit more emphasis on footwork in future lessons. Still, I’m hopeful Bahman can build on this progress soon.

With 20 years on the court, I'm dedicated to helping you elevate your tennis game. As an experienced player and coach, I offer personalized coaching strategies, blending technical expertise with a passion for the sport that makes learning both effective and enjoyable. Let's unlock your potential together!

Ever wanted to experience the joy and excitement of pickleball? With 5 years of experience playing, I've honed my skills as an experienced player and now I'm passionate about sharing my love for this dynamic sport with others. I provide a fun and supportive environment for players of all levels to learn, grow, and reach their full potential on the court. Let's work together to elevate your game and unlock your pickleball prowess! TV

"Good pace for a beginner like me, Coach was very patient and encouraging . He gives proper feedbacks and what to work on more.

4.5 DUPR player and rated 3rd in California Championship WPA Men Singles 2024. From Tennis background, sponsored athlete and passionate coach, I've spent years immersed in the dynamic world of pickleball. My 8 years of coaching experience allow me to share my love for the game, providing personalized guidance to players of all levels. Let's work together to elevate your game and unlock your full potential on the court!

"Gianmarco is an amazing instructor. Really enjoyed my session. Very friendly, good energy, thorough, and fun. Definitely taking more sessions with him.

Playing for the past 10+ years and have extensive teaching experience with athletes, kids, and people of all experience levels. 7 handicap. Ready to help with the driver, woods, irons, wedges, short game, putter, or all around game. Have worked with pure beginners all the way up to scratch players. Multiple students have lowered their handicaps by 10+ shots.

"Very friendly and good ability to break down the mechanics!

With years of experience in golf, I specialize in short game techniques, helping you master pitches, chips, and putts. I focus on fundamentals, from grip to follow-through, to improve your game. Let's elevate your golfing skills together!

"Ted's lesson was quite solid, definitely worth trying if you're into improving your golf skills. He’s really great at explaining things clearly, which made a difference for me.

As a pro player, experienced coach, and multiple 5.0 gold medalist in the PPA’s and the APP, I have the expertise to help you hone your skills and truly master pickleball. Our journey together will begin with understanding your aspirations: What are your goals with pickleball? Where do you envision yourself a year from now? From there, we'll dive deep into the art of dinking, focusing on grip, form, positioning, and movement. The fundamentals are essential, and based on our initial assessment, we'll chart a path tailored to your needs. Let's elevate your game together!

"Cori was extremely helpful and gave me great tips for things to work on to improve my game!!

Briana Esparza was the head coach of the Girls Varsity Golf team at Providence High School in Burbank, California, having joined the athletics department in July 2024. With a strong background in education and mental health treatment, Briana combines her passion for teaching with her love of golf to inspire young athletes. She has a strong ability to get anyone started in their journey with golf.

"Briana was great! Very patient and easy to work with

I have been playing lacrosse for over a decade and my love for the sport is only growing on the west coast! I will help cultivate player’s skill, game IQ and confidence through focused training. I am Offensive Midfielder at a top 10 Division 3 program and have been coached by NCAA Division 1 championship coaches throughout my development as a player. Additionally, I played and coached for my club lacrosse team Mass Elite Lacrosse which has sent players (and friends I played against) to the top programs across the country. My focus is on shooting, dodging, stick work, IQ and conditioning. Let's elevate your game together!