OUR COACHES
Whether you have never played Pickleball, or you are a seasoned player, having a coach is beneficial to your game. New players will develop good habits to build on, and those who already know the game can fine tune their skills with the helpful suggestions of a certified coach. To hire a coach, select your coach from the information provided below. Contact your coach directly. Together, you will decide on date and time. Your coach will inform you of his or her fees, explain how payments are made, and schedule your session. Your coach will reserve the court. You may be offered the opportunity to receive your coaching at another facility, or out door court.
Coach Melissa Ballenger
Pickleball was first brought to my attention at a family reunion in Nebraska in 2018. My first lessons were with the Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation at our local YMCA. I’ve played most days since. I am a certified coach through Pickleball Professional Registry, (PPR), Level 1 International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association (ITPTA), and Dynamite Doubles, (DD). I am also a USAPA Pickleball Ambassador.
It is my goal to provide beginners with a solid foundation, and assist intermediate players to fine tune their skills. I provide Dynamite Doubles strategies for those who would like to improve their skills as a partner while playing doubles.
Whether you intend to play for recreation, or for serious competition, a solid foundation will save you from having to unlearn bad habits as you progress. Practicing good habits will help you to improving your game more quickly.
All equipment is provided for beginners. Try out this sport prior to investing in paddles and balls.
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BEGINNERS WILL LEARN:
Learn how to avoid spills and other types of injury to yourself and others.
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COURT SAFETY: Learn the importance of maintaining balance.
BASIC RULES & SCORE KEEPING
POSTURE: A correct posture will prepare you to respond quickly and accurately to whatever shot comes your way. It will also express your enthusiasm; show your opponents you know what you are doing.
COURT POSITIONING: You will be shown the most advantageous positions to start the game and where to move from there.
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SKILL DRILLS: As I observe your style of play, I will introduce you to drills and drill type games to improve upon your game and develop your skills while adding even more fun.
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INFORMATION: I provide my students with the information they need to set and achieve their pickleball goals.
Beginner class's with Evelyn
Coach Evelyn Platter
I have been playing Pickleball since 2023 and have been coaching beginner players since early 2024. I am a certified coach through PCI (Pickleball Coaching International). I have an extensive background in teaching/training from years in my past careers. I’m a passionate, fun coach and can tailor my teaching to best suit my student's style. As a Big Rock Pickleball coach, introducing new players to starting out right while learning to play pickleball is very important.
I teach group, private or semi private lessons. I hold beginner classes once or twice a month and the information can be found under CLASSES.
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Contact me directly:
206-618-0672