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Lauri Burgett - Pickleball Coach
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Coaching Availability
Lesson times depend on the day and where the coach is teaching, so availability can vary.
Reach out directly to confirm schedule, location, and lock in your lesson.
Beginner Training Plan
Let’s discuss your goals for the sport then meet for an assessment of what you already know. We can go from holding the paddle right to the kitchen to learn the rules and start learning the fundamentals with dink work and drill basics. Sound basics for a mini pickle game and scoring begins here.
Lesson 2-3
Practice what you will need to do most. Control the ball and further technical development of dinks and volleys from the kitchen. Drills for placement and creating un-attackable balls. Serves and Returns basics.
Focus on first five shots in a game and provide some tactics and strategies to learn court position and footwork. 3 rd shot returns and drops. Customize drills for student skill level.
Lesson 11+
Understanding more strategy and recognizing patterns. Finding and highlighting strengths, and improve deficiencies. Minimize errors and increase efficiency through compact play and staying calm. Drills for kitchen speed ups and resets, transitions and footwork. Consistency is the key.
What the Coach Provides
Demo paddles to find something that will work for you. I have the balls and drilling targets.
What You Need to Bring
Lesson FAQs
What if I have never played pickleball before?
You’re in the right place! We warmly welcome beginners and tailor sessions specifically to your comfort and pace
Learn the Basics:
Discover grip, stance, serving, dinks, volleys, and essential footwork.
Understand the Game:
Get familiar with pickleball rules, etiquette, and terminology.
Customized Learning:
Lessons adapt to your personal learning style, ensuring you build confidence comfortably.
Supportive Feedback:
Enjoy guided practice and supportive feedback from patient coaches.
How quickly can I expect to see improvement as a beginner?
Many beginners see noticeable improvement after just one or two lessons. With consistent practice between lessons, you’ll typically experience steady progress and increased confidence on the court within a few weeks.
What can I expect during a typical lesson?
Personalized Instruction:
Your coach will assess your skills and customize your lesson to target areas like serving, dinks, volleys, and footwork.
Practice and Immediate Feedback:
Engage in drills and practice shots, receiving real-time tips and corrections.
Strategy and Progress:
Learn effective game strategies and actionable tips to enhance your enjoyment and skill level.
Where do lessons take place?
Pickleball lessons can take place at any court your coach has access to or any court you provide, as long as it’s within your instructor’s travel radius. Each coach lists their preferred locations for lessons, but you’re welcome to suggest alternatives. Keep in mind that public courts without reservations can be crowded during peak hours. Locations requiring reservation fees or additional costs will clearly note these charges on the location map.
Is my lesson fully private?
Lessons are generally private, allowing you focused attention and comfortable learning. If you’d like to bring a friend or have someone watch, simply inform your coach in advance
How many lessons should I take?
It depends on your goals! Whether you’re new to pickleball or just looking to refine your game, our weekly lesson subscription is the best value.
Where do lessons take place?
Pickleball lessons can take place at any court your coach has access to or any court you provide, as long as it’s within your instructor’s travel radius. Each coach lists their preferred locations for lessons, but you’re welcome to suggest alternatives. Keep in mind that public courts without reservations can be crowded during peak hours.