Nick Coughlin
Pickleball Coach in Ontario, California
Hi, I'm Nick, your future Pickleball Coach. I have been playing Pickleball for over 7 years and coaching Pickleball for over 2 years, that has allowed to me to teach 150+ lessons to 50+ students. What's unique about my coaching? Every lesson I conduct is tailor-made. I strive to understand what you want to achieve, ensuring that beginners grasp the basics and advanced players refine their shot selection. I bring unwavering energy and positivity that will keep our lessons both effective and fun. Let me teach you the game in a fun way. Let's advance your game to the next level!
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70 reviews
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Lessons taught
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Years experience
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About Nick Coughlin
Hi, I'm Nick, your future Pickleball Coach. I have been playing Pickleball for over 7 years and coaching Pickleball for over 2 years, that has allowed to me to teach 150+ lessons to 50+ students. What's unique about my coaching? Every lesson I conduct is tailor-made. I strive to understand what you want to achieve, ensuring that beginners grasp the basics and advanced players refine their shot selection. I bring unwavering energy and positivity that will keep our lessons both effective and fun. Let me teach you the game in a fun way. Let's advance your game to the next level!
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“I had a wonderful first lesson with Nick! From the very beginning, his communication was kind, clear, and professional. Before our session, he sent helpful information about what to expect, along with tutorial videos to prepare me in advance. When we met, Nick was incredibly welcoming and came fully prepared with pickleball equipment and plenty of balls for practice. Throughout the lesson, he consistently gave me constructive feedback and really showed his expertise and command of the pickleball court. The entire experience was fun, engaging, and motivating. Nick taught me essential techniques, explained the basic rules, and gave me useful tips on how to stay consistent with my practice. We even spent a good amount of time free playing, which was a great way to reinforce everything I’d learned. After the lesson, he followed up with a detailed summary and encouraged me to continue with the sport — which I absolutely will. I couldn’t have asked for a better introduction to pickleball. Thank you, Nick!”
Alice K.
What Students Say
James H.
8 lessons
I just had my first Pickleball lesson with Nick, and it was an amazing experience! Nick is a fantastic instructor – knowledgeable, patient, and full of positive energy. He took the time to explain the rules, techniques, and strategies in a way that was easy to understand for a beginner like me. What stood out most was how encouraging and engaging Nick was throughout the lesson. He provided personalized tips to improve my grip, stance, and swing, and I noticed progress in just one lesson. The balance between instruction and actual play, made the lesson in both educational and fun. Nick’s passion for Pickleball is contagious, and his enthusiasm made me feel confident and excited to keep learning. I can’t wait to book my next lesson and continue developing my skills. I highly recommend Nick to anyone looking to learn or improve their game! 
Sam Perry
1 lesson
I recently had a lesson with Coach Nick, and it was an incredible experience! He is a highly experienced pickleball player and an even better coach. What made the lesson so enjoyable was how he incorporated fun games into the drills, making it easy to work on important skills without feeling overwhelmed. He used creative metaphors like ‘scooping ice cream’ to teach me techniques like drop shots, which really helped me understand the movements better. His patience and flexibility stood out—he adjusted the pace and focus of the lesson to suit my needs and learning style. Beyond being a great teacher, Coach Nick/Coach Coughlin is just a super cool person: fun, hardworking, and easy to connect with. If you’re looking to improve your pickleball game while actually enjoying the process, I can’t recommend him enough!
Nadia L.
9 lessons
Oh, definitely worth trying out with Nick. The lesson covered some interesting new strategies to hit the ball and improve court movement, which I found quite helpful. Though I still aim for consistency, I think building on what we worked on could really pay off. Still, it’s encouraging to see progress and get specific tips. If you’re into refining your game steadily, you might find it worth your while.
Sydney O.
1 lesson
Nick not only is good at teaching specific skills but he is very good at encouraging you when you’re down and to not get so much in your head when you mess up. He takes this sport very seriously and it shows through his coaching, he is also very good with people he can connect with anyone he encounters he will make an amazing coach and you can learn so much from him.
Alex W.
3 lessons
The lesson really helped me focus on my form and stay consistent, which is pretty helpful. Honestly, I’m still working on all those areas, but I appreciated the clear emphasis on skill development. Nick seems dedicated and knows how to keep the lesson steady without rushing. If you’re looking to refine your technique, I’d say give it a try and see how it goes.
Paola G.
17 lessons
I loved how fun the lesson with Nick was from start to finish. The pace kept me engaged, and the drills were enjoyable without feeling too challenging. If you’re curious about pickleball or want to improve your game in a relaxed setting, Nick’s sessions are definitely worth trying! You’ll have a great time learning and playing. 😊🏓
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