Best 25 coaches for lessons near Madison, WI

Ready to take your pickleball game to the next level? As a passionate player, tournament curator, and medal-winning competitor, I bring years of coaching and playing experience to help players of all levels sharpen their skills and dominate the court. In Pickleball Kata training, similar to karate, we focus on detailed, pre-arranged forms or patterns of movements. Pickleball Kata is practiced solo or in pairs to: * Memorize and perfect techniques: Repeated execution in grains proper form. * Develop muscle memory and reflexes: Movements become natural and automatic. * Improve focus and concentration: It's a moving meditation of pickleball

"Great job but I said I was done with lessons and got charged again

With 2-3 years of coaching experience, I excel at helping beginners and intermediate-level players advance their game. I specialize in defense and doubles tactics, providing targeted guidance to improve performance. My coaching approach is tailored to develop skills and strategies essential for success on the court.

"Great coach. Taught us the skills needed to get going with pickleball moving forward. Highly recommended.

I'm a dedicated drumset instructor currently studying Jazz Studies and Drumset Performance. As a snare drummer in the UW Marching Band Drumline, I bring both high-level musical training and real ensemble experience to every lesson. I help students build strong technique, musicality, and confidence through clear instruction and personalized practice strategies. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your skills, I'll guide you toward becoming a versatile and expressive drummer!

I have been boxing for over a decade and have used this time to break boxing down into a simple science. Having analyzed the most subtle techniques used by professional boxers, I can teach you what builds true boxing success in the ring regardless of your experience level.

I have a strong competitive background in tennis, highlighted by a combined junior and senior year record of 40–6 and an undefeated 33–0 regular season record. I was named the Illinois Times Tennis Player of the Year in both 2021 and 2022 and qualified for the Illinois State Tournament in each of those seasons. Beyond competition, I’ve gained valuable leadership experience by coaching younger players, running tennis camps, and working closely with kids to develop fundamentals, confidence, and a love for the game.

With seven years dedicated to nurturing soccer talent, I cultivate a fun and engaging environment where players of all levels can thrive. My experience enables me to refine technique, enhance strategic thinking, and ignite a lasting passion for the beautiful game. I’m committed to unlocking your full potential on the field.

Dr. Trace Johnson (pronounced "TRAY-se"), (DMA, University of Wisconsin-Madison), is a cello teacher in Madison, Wisconsin. Trace's extensive background in music education combined with his professional experiences working as a classical and non-classical cello soloist, chamber, and orchestral musician allows him to bring an accessible and practical approach to learning to play the cello to his students. Trace performs extensively across the state of Wisconsin in a variety of settings.

I have been playing tennis since I was 5 and now at 17 it is still my favorite thing to do. I want to help others enjoy tennis just as much as I do.

With over a decade dedicated to volleyball, I foster a supportive environment where athletes of all levels can thrive. My passion lies in refining skills and igniting a lasting love for the game, building confidence and teamwork. Let's elevate your volleyball journey!

"Cora has made a HUGE impact on my game. She held me to a high standard, which lead to some practices being tough, but she always encouraged me and supported me to finish strong. Cora had a remarkable ability to see potential in me which I couldn’t yet see in myself. With her tough yet fair coaching, I began to see a bit of what she saw. Within just a year she has made me a player that I wouldn’t have recognized. I have had many coaches, but Cora will always stick out to me among them. That’s not only because she made me a significantly better player, but because she also focused on the mental aspect of the game. She always took time, whether it was 5 minutes or 25, to talk about the mental game and how I was doing on that perspective of the game. In prior years of playing, I would constantly get in my head and visibly lacked confidence. No other coach seemed to realize, or care. But once I met Cora, she noticed all of that and she helped me learn more about the mental aspect of the game, and how to improve it. Throughout our practices, she instilled confidence in me that extended beyond the court. Cora is definitely the best coach I have ever had, and that anyone will ever have.