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Reviews

Total reviews10

Average rating

5.0

Aliana O

Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 10

“Great coach! The 10 lessons were well-structured and helped me improve my skills significantly. The sessions were fun, challenging. Highly recommend!”

Jorge H

Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 8

Honestly great coaching he is also getting his degree in Exercise Science, which helps if you have knee pain like me. Always let him know and he will give great stretch plan before lesson.

Greg W

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 6

A big improvement in my game. He made each session challenging but fun, focusing on techniques and strategies that really worked for me.

Fernando M

Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 5

Nicely formatted lesson plans, great for Intermediate players.

Joseph F

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 3

Great coaching ability and lessons plans very well balanced; he does change them when you want to focus on something specific that day. Will let you add an extra hour of lesson at a discount.

Locations

These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:

3 courts available

La Mesita Park

8855 Dallas St, La Mesa, CA 91942, USA

1942.5 miles away

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Highwood Park

4200 Parks Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941, USA

1944.8 miles away

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Collier Park

4401 Palm Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941, USA

1943.9 miles away

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Availability

These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.

sundays

8 AM - 9 PM

mondays

8 AM - 9 PM

tuesdays

8 AM - 9 PM

wednesdays

8 AM - 9 PM

thursdays

8 AM - 9 PM

fridays

8 AM - 9 PM

saturdays

8 AM - 9 PM

Pickleball with Anthony O.⭑ 5.0 (10 reviews)

How it works

Beginner training plan

Your first lessonLesson 1: Introduction to Pickleball Objective: Teach the basics of pickleball, including rules, court layout, and basic strokes. 1. Warm-Up (5 minutes): Light jogging around the court and dynamic stretches. 2. Overview (10 minutes): • Explain court layout: non-volley zone (kitchen), service courts, sidelines, and baseline. • Basic rules: scoring system, serving rules, and no-volley zone. 3. Skill Practice (15 minutes): • Grip Technique: Demonstrate and practice holding the paddle properly. • Basic Forehand and Backhand Strokes: Show how to hit the ball and have participants practice hitting against a partner or wall. 4. Drills (10 minutes): • Drop-hit drill: Practice hitting the ball over the net into a designated area. • Partner rally: Hit back and forth with a focus on consistency. 5. Game Simulation (10 minutes): • Play a short game with modified rules, emphasizing learning and fun.

Lesson 11+Lesson 11: Final Assessment and Fun Tournament Objective: Reinforce skills, evaluate progress, and celebrate achievements. 1. Warm-Up (5 minutes): Light stretches and paddle-ball coordination drills. 2. Skill Recap (15 minutes): Quick practice of serves, dinks, volleys, and third-shot drops. 3. Mini Tournament (40 minutes): • Divide players into teams for a friendly round-robin or knockout tournament. • Provide feedback and highlight individual improvements. 4. Wrap-Up (10 minutes): • Reflect on progress made.

Lesson 4-10Lessons 4-10: Strategy and Advanced Techniques Objective: Develop game strategies and more advanced skills. 1. Warm-Up (5 minutes): Jogging, paddle-ball control, and shadow strokes. 2. Skill Development (15 minutes): • Third Shot Drop: Introduce and practice this essential shot. • Volleys: Focus on quick reaction time at the net. • Lobs and Smashes: Practice high shots and overhead smashes. 3. Strategy Drills (20 minutes): • Doubles positioning: Teach court coverage and communication. • Defense vs. offense: Focus on when to play aggressively or defensively. 4. Game Play (20 minutes): • Focused games with set goals (e.g., only scoring points with third-shot drops or dinks).

Lesson 2-3Lessons 2-3: Building Basic Skills Objective: Improve consistency in strokes and introduce serving and volleys. 1. Warm-Up (5 minutes): Light jogging and paddle-ball balance (keep the ball on the paddle while moving). 2. Skill Practice (10 minutes): • Forehand/backhand strokes with added movement. • Introduce the underhand serve: focus on accuracy and landing in the correct service court. 3. Drills (15 minutes): • Serve and Return Drill: Practice serving to a partner and returning the serve. • Dinking Drill: Practice soft shots in the non-volley zone (kitchen). 4. Game Play (20 minutes): • Play doubles with a focus on practicing serves, returns, and dinks.

Youth players

Working with kidsTo adapt the lesson plan for kids, I would make the rules easier to understand, and focus on fun, interactive activities that build skills through games. I’d emphasize teamwork, keep instructions short, and include frequent breaks to maintain their attention and energy.

Working with teenagersTo adapt the lesson plan for teenagers, I would keep the activities more competitive and challenging to match their skill levels and interests. I’d focus on building technique and strategy through drills and games, while encouraging peer interaction and friendly competition. I’d also incorporate more advanced skills and emphasize teamwork, communication, and critical thinking during gameplay to keep them engaged.

Cancellation Policy

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If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.

And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.

Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!

Pickleball with Coach Anthony isaiah Ornelas

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⭑5.0 (10)

💰$55 weekly lessons

Driven by a passion for pickleball and six years of experience on the court, I'm excited to share my love for this dynamic sport. As an experienced player, I provide engaging and tailored instruction to help you elevate your game, no matter your current skill level. Let's have some fun while building your confidence and pickleball prowess!

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Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors

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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts

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Lives in: La Mesa, California

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Happy Student Score: Not available

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Years Playing: Not specified

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Given: 10 lessons

Accomplishments

🏓4.1 DUPR

🏅Experienced Player

➕Played College Football and was A SD Top 5 Wrestler in High School

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