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Herman Laird ParkPickleball Venue in Shawnee, KS

5.0(24 coach reviews)
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1 coach•From $57 per lesson
Herman Laird Park - Pickleball venue🏓Shawnee, KS

Outdoor pickleball court in Shawnee

Herman Laird Park - Pickleball venue🏓Shawnee, KS
Courts
2
Setting
Outdoor
open-air
Parking
On-site

1 pickleball coach at Herman Laird Park

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Max Johnson profile
About Max

With a great background as an instructor and a player, Max brings his expertise and passion to the court, helping you to improve your Pickleball game. Max Johnson was born and raised in the Johnson County area with a passion for sports. In 2020, Max found the incredible sport of Pickleball. His pickleball passion grew quickly and before he knew it, he was playing everyday for multiple hours. Along the way he decided to show others; teaching friends, family, and now everyone under the sun.

What students say...

"The lesson with Max really helped improve my dinking and overheads, and I also focused on my footwork which was pretty helpful. Still, I think adding more power to my game would make a big difference, so I’m hoping to work on that in future lessons. It’s encouraging to see progress though, and I’ll definitely try to build on what we covered.

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Max

Bio: With a great background as an instructor and a player, Max brings his expertise and passion to the court, helping you to improve your Pickleball game. Max Johnson was born and raised in the Johnson County area with a passion for sports. In 2020, Max found the incredible sport of Pickleball. His pickleball passion grew quickly and before he knew it, he was playing everyday for multiple hours. Along the way he decided to show others; teaching friends, family, and now everyone under the sun.
5.0
75 Lessons given
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Available
Next: Mon, 11:00 AM
💰$57 for weekly lessons
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About Herman Laird Park

Herman Laird Park in Shawnee, KS offers 2 outdoor hard pickleball courts with permanent lines, portable nets, lights, restrooms; public access, no reservations needed.

When to come
A steady-traffic venue. Lessons book up fastest on weekday evenings and weekend mornings.
Amenities
  • On-site parking
  • Outdoor facility
  • Entrance: The entrance to Herman Laird Park is located off Johnson Drive, between Flint Street and Barker Road in Shawnee.
Hours

Park open daily 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

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Where you'll play

Herman Laird Park, 11500 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS 66203, USA

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Lessons at Herman Laird Park, explained

Lessons at Herman Laird Park start at $57 per lesson. The exact price depends on the coach, the session length, and whether you book solo or split a group lesson with friends — and your first lesson is always free.

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Reviews for coaches at Herman Laird Park

5.0(24 coach reviews)
Lee R.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
That lesson gave me a really good real experience, and I feel like I understood things quite well. Max's approach is pretty relaxed but insightful, and I appreciated the focus on practical skills. Though I still need to learn lobs and improve my movement up to the kitchen, I think with more practice I'll get there. Still, it was helpful to get a sense of how to approach those aspects in actual play, and I’m hopeful about the progress ahead. If you're into pickleball and want a grounded, honest lesson, I’d say it’s worth trying Max.
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Paul C.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 12•Verified ✓
Max was geat. I had played tennis in high school, but basically nothing for over 50 years. Prior to Max, I had one group lesson, but it wasn’t enough to learn the very basics. With Max, my confidence greatly improved. I’m going to try another open play before another lesson. I have several great takeaways, including crouching more and keeping my arm straight, and striking the ball in the middle of the paddle. Max was very encouraging and convinced me I could advance to the intermediate level with some good guidance.
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Lee R.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
The lesson with Max really helped improve my dinking and overheads, and I also focused on my footwork which was pretty helpful. Still, I think adding more power to my game would make a big difference, so I’m hoping to work on that in future lessons. It’s encouraging to see progress though, and I’ll definitely try to build on what we covered.
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Lee R.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
The lesson was quite helpful overall, especially with my kitchen game, though I think dropping shots and moving up faster are areas I still need to work on. Max’s teaching approach was calm and practical, making the lesson engaging without feeling rushed. If you're looking to refine specific skills like those, I’d suggest giving Max a try.
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Susan H.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓
I really appreciated Max’s patience, positivity, and kindness during the lesson. It was encouraging to receive corrections while feeling comfortable and supported in my learning. His approach makes improving skills enjoyable. If you’re looking for a coach who makes the game fun and uplifting, Max is definitely someone to try out. 👋
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Lee R.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
I loved how Max taught me important court movement and how to hit deep shots while improving my volleys. The lesson was very helpful and enjoyable. If you want to sharpen your pickleball skills with clear guidance, Max’s lessons are definitely worth trying. Looking forward to working on doubles next time! 🎾
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Lee R.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
I loved playing doubles while Max gave me great pointers on moving and reacting to shots. His advice really helped improve my game. If you want to sharpen your pickleball skills in a fun and engaging way, Max’s lessons are definitely worth trying!
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Paul C.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 12•Verified ✓
Max is a splendid coach. Very conscientious! Very good communicator. Knows when I need a push and when I need a break.
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Lee R.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
Max was great he taught me all the fundamentals and a lot of strategy as well as helping me with my strokes and serve
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