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South Austin Recreation CenterPickleball Venue in Austin, TX

4.9(129 coach reviews)
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5 coaches•From $57 per lesson
South Austin Recreation Center - Pickleball venue🏓Austin, TX

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South Austin Recreation Center - Pickleball venue🏓Austin, TX
Courts
6
Setting
Indoor + outdoor
play in any weather
Hours
Daily 8am-10pm for open play

5 pickleball coaches at South Austin Recreation Center

Every coach below teaches at South Austin Recreation Center. Pick the one that fits your level - they handle the rest.

Johann Pais profile
About Johann

My vast Engineering, Mindfulness & Table Tennis (aka, Ping Pong) backgrounds merged with intense passion for healing Pickleball -- has taken me from local courts to a 5y USAP-membership, founding the ∆ustintacious™ DUPR club, & competing on a global stage. I've ramped dozens, from pre-adolescent beginners to senior athlete coaches & Table Tennis enthusiasts, to athletic Tennis wizards; into this Life-changing sport. As your coach, guide & mentor -- my decades of experience will be instrumental in helping you develop your skills & strategy, no matter your current level. Looking forward to bringing you well-deserved fun & safety -- converting any sedentary challenges into joyful fitness opportunities.•°

What students say...

"Love the emphasis on JOY that springs from your heart. Looking forward to many more years of PB with you and the gang!

Global Competitor
✨New
Johann
From$78per lesson

Johann

Bio: My vast Engineering, Mindfulness & Table Tennis (aka, Ping Pong) backgrounds merged with intense passion for healing Pickleball -- has taken me from local courts to a 5y USAP-membership, founding the ∆ustintacious™ DUPR club, & competing on a global stage. I've ramped dozens, from pre-adolescent beginners to senior athlete coaches & Table Tennis enthusiasts, to athletic Tennis wizards; into this Life-changing sport. As your coach, guide & mentor -- my decades of experience will be instrumental in helping you develop your skills & strategy, no matter your current level. Looking forward to bringing you well-deserved fun & safety -- converting any sedentary challenges into joyful fitness opportunities.•°
5.0
32 Lessons given
5.0
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:30 AM
Global Competitor
💰$78 for weekly lessons
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Paul Terracina profile
About Paul

I'm Paul, and I've enthusiastically joined the pickleball craze. Coaching is my passion, and I'm here to help players of all ages enhance their skills, grasp strategy & utilize it to their advantage, and truly enjoy the game! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, let's work together to achieve your pickleball goals and have a blast doing it! I personally play pickleball at least 5 days a week, and I’ve been coaching now for 2 years. I’d love for the opportunity to make a positive & lasting impact by being part of your personal pickleball journey!

What students say...

"The lesson was quite good, especially getting a chance to work on my serve and game play. Though I’d like to see more of the same focus, it felt quite practical and helpful overall. Paul’s approach feels measured and straightforward, which is just right for where I’m at. If you’re looking to improve specific aspects like serving or gameplay, I’d say give him a try.

Top Rated
96Score
Paul
From$71per lesson

Paul

Bio: I'm Paul, and I've enthusiastically joined the pickleball craze. Coaching is my passion, and I'm here to help players of all ages enhance their skills, grasp strategy & utilize it to their advantage, and truly enjoy the game! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, let's work together to achieve your pickleball goals and have a blast doing it! I personally play pickleball at least 5 days a week, and I’ve been coaching now for 2 years. I’d love for the opportunity to make a positive & lasting impact by being part of your personal pickleball journey!
4.9
140 Lessons given
4.9
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 11:00 AM
USPTA Certified (PB)
Experienced Player
💰$71 for weekly lessons
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Leslie Roberts profile
About Leslie

With nearly five years of pickleball instruction and podium finishes at the 5.0+ level, I help athletes of all levels with skill development and strategic thinking. I’m open for one-on-one and group sessions. I can often find you a compatible lesson partner when schedules mesh. I have 25 years of fitness coaching experience with an expertise in injury reduction. I train and work with pickleball athletes on and off court. Pickleball is a footwork sport and I love teaching players the important details — whether it be technique or strategies for on court success. Your goals are my goals — I work to help you shine and be a force on court!

What students say...

"Leslie helped me focus on body positioning and where I should be to react & hit certain shots. She breaks it down in a way that is easy to understand. I’m improving my game and enjoying the process!

Top Rated
99Score
Leslie
From$93per lesson

Leslie

Bio: With nearly five years of pickleball instruction and podium finishes at the 5.0+ level, I help athletes of all levels with skill development and strategic thinking. I’m open for one-on-one and group sessions. I can often find you a compatible lesson partner when schedules mesh. I have 25 years of fitness coaching experience with an expertise in injury reduction. I train and work with pickleball athletes on and off court. Pickleball is a footwork sport and I love teaching players the important details — whether it be technique or strategies for on court success. Your goals are my goals — I work to help you shine and be a force on court!
5.0
50 Lessons given
5.0
Available
Next: Today, 8:00 AM
💰$93 for weekly lessons
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Alexander Kennedy profile
About Alexander

*Professional photography included* Private lessons + training sessions + paddle trials. Beginner – intermediate players (DUPR 2.0 – 4.5). Science-based approach, focused on clear technical instruction, high-repetition, and game-based learning to build reliable fundamentals and gameplay IQ. Sessions consist of drills, skills training, and match play. Paddle selection 101 and free trials of varying paddle types are also included. Bring water and be ready for a fun workout :)

What students say...

"Lessons were great, but what’s awesome is that he brought a few paddle types and let me trial them to figure out what kind I need! We tried a power, control, and hybrid paddles - ending up buying a Selkirk luxx control!!

College Athlete
✨New
Alexander
From$107per lesson

Alexander

Bio: *Professional photography included* Private lessons + training sessions + paddle trials. Beginner – intermediate players (DUPR 2.0 – 4.5). Science-based approach, focused on clear technical instruction, high-repetition, and game-based learning to build reliable fundamentals and gameplay IQ. Sessions consist of drills, skills training, and match play. Paddle selection 101 and free trials of varying paddle types are also included. Bring water and be ready for a fun workout :)
4.9
11 Lessons given
4.9
Available
Next: Mon, 7:00 AM
DUPR Certified
College Athlete
💰$107 for weekly lessons
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Benjamin Marzani profile
About Benjamin

Hi! My name is Benjamin and I have been playing pickleball for over 10 years now. With that, I’ve seen exactly how much the game has changed over the last decade and grown alongside it. Now I’m a freshman at UT Austin studying mechanical engineering and playing on the competitive travel team. I’m young, energetic, and honestly just grateful for the chance to share all the knowledge I’ve picked up along the way. I love playing and helping people actually advance to the next level, let’s do this.

What students say...

"Working with Benjamin has been a game-changer for my overall court awareness. We focused heavily on the transition zone and hitting quality thirds to get to the net safely. He’s incredibly observant and catches the small habit flaws that most people miss. If you want to play a smarter, more strategic version of pickleball, I definitely suggest booking a session with him

Best Price
✨New
Benjamin
From$57per lesson

Benjamin

Bio: Hi! My name is Benjamin and I have been playing pickleball for over 10 years now. With that, I’ve seen exactly how much the game has changed over the last decade and grown alongside it. Now I’m a freshman at UT Austin studying mechanical engineering and playing on the competitive travel team. I’m young, energetic, and honestly just grateful for the chance to share all the knowledge I’ve picked up along the way. I love playing and helping people actually advance to the next level, let’s do this.
5.0
5 Lessons given
5.0
Available
Next: Tomorrow, 8:00 AM
IPTPA Certified
College Athlete
💰$57 for weekly lessons
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About South Austin Recreation Center

Popular free public pickleball facility in South Austin with indoor and outdoor courts, open play available daily from 8am-10pm

When to come
This is one of the busiest venues in the area. Weekday mornings and mid-afternoons are typically your best bet for an open court or a focused lesson.
Amenities
  • Indoor and outdoor courts
  • Entrance: The entrance to the park is located on the west side of the South Austin Recreation Center.

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Where you'll play

1100 Cumberland Rd, Austin, TX 78704, USA

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Lessons at South Austin Recreation Center, explained

Lessons at South Austin Recreation Center 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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Ready to play at South Austin Recreation Center?

Your first lesson is free. Pick from 5 pickleball coaches who teach here and book a time that works for you.

  1. Pickleball
  2. Texas
  3. Austin
  4. South Austin Recreation Center

Reviews for coaches at South Austin Recreation Center

4.9(129 coach reviews)
Cynthia B.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 13•Verified ✓
I'm quite pleased with how the lesson went. Paul really focused on helping me understand being in it to win it. The lesson highlighted the importance of mindset and positioning, which was quite helpful, and I left feeling more confident about my game. Still, I’m hopeful the next lesson will build on that and include some tips on shot consistency. If you're interested in improving your pickleball skills without feeling overwhelmed, you might find trying a lesson with Paul worth your while.
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stephanie w.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 3•Verified ✓
highly recommend paul! we had a group of 3 people and took 3 beginners classes with paul. he is very knowledgeable, has a great personality/vibe, is very patient, and generous with his time! he made it a very fun experience and we learned a lot about technique and he gave many playing tips tailored to each of us. if you’re also a beginner, i recommend 3 lessons with paul to learn the basics and build up your skills each session.
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Ellus S.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
Oh, I’d say the lesson with Paul was quite helpful. We worked on handling different game situations through playing out points, which gave me some useful insights into strategy. Still, I think I could benefit from further skill refinement, but I’m optimistic about more improvements. If you're looking to sharpen your pickleball skills, especially in dynamic game contexts, Paul’s approach might be worth trying out.
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Ellus S.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
The lesson was quite good, especially getting a chance to work on my serve and game play. Though I’d like to see more of the same focus, it felt quite practical and helpful overall. Paul’s approach feels measured and straightforward, which is just right for where I’m at. If you’re looking to improve specific aspects like serving or gameplay, I’d say give him a try.
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Yvonne B.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
Leslie is a very competent, experienced and talented coach. She’s patient, paces the lesson well and provides detailed instructions and feedback. I like the fact that she understands body mechanics and the physics of how the ball and use of the paddle interact. Every lesson I learn something new and feel like I’m improving. Best of all, I’m having fun.
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Ellus S.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
The lesson with Paul was quite helpful, especially working on playing out points, which definitely added to my understanding. Though I’d like to see more of that and some strategy mixed in, it’s a good foundation to build on. Still, I feel like I’m getting more confident on the court. If you’re into improving specific skills, give Paul a try.
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Ellus S.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓
The lesson was pretty good. Paul was quite patient, and I appreciated how we focused on the basics, which is exactly what I needed. Still, I think working on receiving serve and midrange balls would help me improve even more. If you’re looking for a steady approach to foundational skills, I’d suggest giving Paul a try.
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Travis C.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 10•Verified ✓
Approachable, patient, informative and fun. Paul’s everything you’d look for if you’re looking to improve your skills. I was starting from zero and able to quickly see some accomplishments and growth
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Jenny B.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 13•Verified ✓
Leslie helped me focus on body positioning and where I should be to react & hit certain shots. She breaks it down in a way that is easy to understand. I’m improving my game and enjoying the process!
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Kathleen H.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 6•Verified ✓
Paul was perfect. Jumped right into instruction. Fully utilized our time and quickly tailored the instruction to needs he evaluated during our drills. We look forward to our next lesson.
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Judith S.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
Paul is a fabulous teacher. Knows how to adapt to different learning styles and is very easy-going, but targets threw really excellent drills where you need to improve. Ty!
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Judith S.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
Ty for being g flexible on our reschedule. Grandkids said they liked the lesson and will play again! GOOOOOOOOAL!
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Karen S.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 3•Verified ✓
Paul has been an amazing coach and also makes learning FUN! Highly recommend Paul for lessons.
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Jenny B.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 13•Verified ✓
Leslie is great at breaking down the game and helping us understand the basics.
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Chris G.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 12•Verified ✓
Great lesson! Johann was patent, intuitive and helpful throughout our time.
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Judith S.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
Fun lesson and Paul was good at adapting to our different learning style.
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Kathleen H.Verified ✓
Level: Intermediate•Lessons taken: 6•Verified ✓
Always enjoy working with Paul. Gives us good drills and encouragement.
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Karen S.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 3•Verified ✓
Paul was amazing and so much patience for a beginner.
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Cynthia B.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 13•Verified ✓
My lesson was great. Had fun and learned a lot.
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Yvonne B.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓
I practiced serving and hitting the ball.
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Cynthia B.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 6•Verified ✓
Lots of helpful feedback!
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James O.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Paul was fantastic !!!!
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Cynthia B.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 6•Verified ✓
Very helpful, Thanks!
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Cynthia B.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 13•Verified ✓
Very helpful! Thanks!
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Cynthia B.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 13•Verified ✓
Great lesson. Thanks!
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Cynthia B.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 13•Verified ✓
Awesome! Thanks!
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Cynthia B.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 6•Verified ✓
Great lesson!
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Cynthia B.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 6•Verified ✓
Very helpful!
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Cynthia B.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 6•Verified ✓
Great lesson!
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Cynthia B.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 13•Verified ✓
Great lesson!
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Cynthia B.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 13•Verified ✓
Great lesson!
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Cynthia B.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 13•Verified ✓
Very helpful!
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Alison R.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓
Great lesson!
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Cynthia B.Verified ✓
Lessons taken: 6•Verified ✓
Awesome!
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