Top 2 coaches for Pickleball lessons near Barberton, OH

Bio: Passionate about growing the sport of pickleball, I specialize in teaching beginners the fundamentals and helping them build confidence on the court. With hands-on volunteer experience, I focus on making the game accessible, fun, and easy to learn. Whether it’s understanding the basics, improving technique, or learning strategic gameplay, I create a welcoming environment for players of all skill levels to develop and enjoy the sport. My goal is to help new players feel comfortable, improve quickly, and fall in love with pickleball!

Bio: I hold a professional degree in Human Resource Development from Ohio State University, which focuses on adult education. With 45 years of experience playing and coaching soccer, when I began pickleball I became a student of the game. Pretty obsessive actually. I've recently expanded my coaching to include beginner pickleball at the Wadsworth YMCA and weekly sessions with Special Olympics athletes. My diverse background allows me to bring a level of knowledge and passion to coaching, helping players of lower to mid levels develop their skills and confidence.