Private, semi-private and group lessons

I am an IPTPA Level II Instructor and Director and teach mostly in Calgary, but have also conducted clinics in British Columbia, Nova Scotia, the UK, and Peace River, Alberta. Prior to discovering and embracing the very fun, but challenging, sport of pickleball I was a competitive level doubles and singles squash player (Gold medal in the 2005 World Masters Games A bracket) and prior to that a competitive badminton player at the national level (many, many years ago!)

In the past three years I have focused mainly on intermediate and advanced level coaching and have enjoyed excellent results taking players’ games from 3.0 to 3.5 and 3.5 to 4.0.  During lessons I ensure clients spend lots of time on court practicing techniques and skills. I maintain a safe, instructive, friendly environment while teaching, with the end goal of participants increasing their playing level and having fun while doing so.

 My enthusiasm for any pursuit I take on seems to eventually lead to my teaching it and I’ve enjoyed very positive feedback and results from the many and varied clinics, workshops, and lessons I’ve taught. I am passionate about the art of instructing and coaching and am a life-long learner in this regard, constantly upgrading my own skills and techniques to remain ahead of the curve in coaching pickleball.