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.

• B.A. in Radio and TV Broadcasting, Cal State LA., Summa Cum Laude, College Emmy Winner
• Former multi-sport athlete and high-school discus coach
• Currently teaches survival swim and pickleball

Katy "the" Savage has a fire in her belly for pickleball training. She started playing in 2022 after decades of inactivity and quickly became dedicated to the sport, shedding over 75 lbs and rebuilding strength, mobility, and mindset to compete at the 4.5+ level. Katy set her sights on coaching almost immediately and can't wait to help others reach their pickleball goals at Pictona!

• B.A. – Business Administration - University of Connecticut
• PPR and RPO Certified
• 25+ years tennis and 7+ years pickleball including coaching and tournament competition

• Fundamental Skills, Singles and Doubles Game Development, Player Positioning, Technique, Shot Selection, Specializing in Bio-Mechanics, Injury Recovery and Injury Prevention. t
• Former Tennis Coach / Instructor
• Registered Professional Golf Instructor
• Surf Instructor (10 Years)