Our Instructors

"Guided Play" - one of my favorite ways of teaching. We can learn from a group of 3-4 players in a "live" playing format, with real-time feedback on technique as well as strategy.

Teaching Experience - Pickelball: Daytona Beach Shores • Latitude Margaritaville • Pictona

Teaching Experience - Tennis: High Level Youth Int'l Tennis Camps (Ian Crookenden)

Teaching Philosophy: I've played competitive tennis and racquetball for most of my life. When I was introduced to Pickleball I was amazed at the fun I was having on the court! I impart fun to my instruction. After all, we learn and play better when we are having fun!)

• B.S. in Education, Bowling Green State University
• Master’s in Sports Administration, East Central University
• IPTPA Level 1 & RPO Certified
• 25+ years in K–5 Physical Education
• Taught PB101 & PB102 to 1,500+ adults

Degrees: MBA (Central Michigan) • M.S. Supply Chain (AFIT) • B.S. Business Management (Wright State)

Experience: 40+ countries teaching Pickleball, Tennis, and Fitness. Division I Tennis competitor. 4.75 DUPR competitor, multi-medalist at Pictona Open, PPA, and APP events.

Started in 2015, first Florida State Senior Games Gold the same year. Longtime Pictona instructor and decorated competitor in US Open, Nationals, and Huntsman Sr. Games.

• 9× US Open Medalist (5.0 & 4.5 Divisions)
• 4× USAPA Nationals Medalist
• Huntsman & Sr. Games National Champion

Former college tennis athlete with 10+ years in pickleball. Coaches Pictona’s adult clinics and national camps. Experience at Nike/Engage clinics and regional tournaments.

Specializes in technique, positioning, and decision-making. Focuses on beginner development, doubles teamwork, and shot selection. Certified through PPR and RPO programs.

Contact: Available upon request at Pictona

9+ years coaching, including 1,000+ athletes (300+ in pickleball). International experience in China, coaching PPA professionals, and adaptive sports with Brooks Adaptive Program. 4.5+ competitor and innovative educator using rhythm-based training methods.