Pickleball 🏓 lessons with
Coach Millan Taranto
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Pay $0 today$83per lesson after trial
Pickleball 🏓 lessons with
Coach Millan Taranto
Get a free trial lesson
Get a free trial lesson
Pay $0 today$83per lesson after trial94
Happy Student ScoreGreat
Millan is reliable and responsive. Students are happy and often return for more lessons.
Coach Rating
5.0
17 ratings12 reviews
94
Happy Student ScoreGreat
Millan is reliable and responsive. Students are happy and often return for more lessons.
Coach Rating
5.0
17 ratings12 reviews
About your pickleball coach
28 medals in the past year and always chasing more—when I’m not competing out of state, I’m helping players level up their game with practical, personalized coaching. Let’s make your next win happen.
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Teaches: Teenagers, Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates
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Lives in: Waltham, Massachusetts
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Years Playing: 2 years
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Given: 48 lessons
Millan's availability
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Near Waltham, Massachusetts
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Accomplishments
🏓4.2 DUPR
🏅National Medalist
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonIntroduction & Foundation:
Warm-up and court overview
Grip, ready position, and paddle control
Basic rules and scoring
Dink technique and footwork at the kitchen line
Controlled drop feeding drills using ball machine
End with fun rally-based games to reinforce learning
Lesson 11+Advanced Fundamentals & Match Play:
Customized focus based on player growth (e.g. advanced drops, spin serves, fast hands)
Mental game development and tournament prep
Game film review and situational coaching
Competitive match play with coaching time-outs and strategy tweaks
Continued use of ball machine and recording to refine technique
Lesson 4-10Game Situations & Strategy:
Volleys, blocks, resets, and lobs
Transition zone play and court coverage
Doubles positioning and partner communication
Shot selection and decision-making under pressure
Weekly progress videos to track development
Mix of structured drills and point play with analysis
Lesson 2-3Core Skills & Movement:
Serve and return fundamentals
Third shot drop and drive introduction
Kitchen awareness and no-volley zone strategy
Basic footwork patterns for balance and positioning
Start recording short segments for feedback and improvement
Drills to build consistency and confidence
Advanced training plan
Your first lessonEvaluation & Skill Tuning:
Short warm-up + hitting assessment to identify strengths/gaps
Focused drills on mechanics: serve/return variety, 3rd shot options
Movement efficiency and footwork adjustments
Kitchen exchanges: dinks, speedups, resets under pressure
Baseline video recording for benchmarking progress
Lesson 11+Competitive Refinement & Tournament Prep:
Tailored drills to target fine margins (e.g., spin control, deception)
Pressure testing with high-paced point play
Mental toughness and situational decision-making coaching
Pre-tournament routines, scouting opponents, and adapting mid-match
Continuous refinement using video analysis and stats tracking
Lesson 4-10Strategy, Patterns, and Competitive Play: Doubles strategy: stacking, poaching, switching, and signaling
Anticipation drills: reading opponents’ body language and patterns
Hands battles and reset mastery at the kitchen line
Simulated matchplay with strategic time-outs and coaching
Regular video review sessions to reinforce adjustments
Lesson 2-3Pressure Drills & Shot Selection:
Advanced serve placement and return depth drills
3rd shot decision-making: drop vs. drive vs. lob
Transition zone movement and handling fast-paced exchanges
Ball machine reps to isolate weaknesses (e.g., backhand resets, low balls)
Live rally scenarios with video feedback
What you need to bringPaddle – Use one you're comfortable with; I can also recommend options if you're still deciding
Court Shoes – Supportive, non-marking shoes (pickleball, tennis, or indoor court shoes)
Water & Towel – Stay hydrated and dry between drills
Notebook or Phone – Optional, but helpful for notes or reviewing video feedback
Positive Attitude & Willingness to Learn – The most important things!
What I can bringBall Machine – For consistent reps and skill isolation
High-Quality Balls – Game-ready outdoor balls
Video Recording Equipment – For playback, analysis, and progress tracking
Training Aids – Cones, targets, and markers for focused drills
Custom Drills & Game Plans – Tailored to each player’s level and goals
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
We totally understand that life can be unpredictable and plans might change. That's
why we've got your back with our flexible cancellation policy, designed to give you
peace of mind when booking private sports lessons with our awesome local instructors!
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!
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!