PPR Certified Professional-
                     Coach and Instructor (since 2020) 

With my tennis background, and dance agility, I quickly became a good player,  and people began asking me for instruction.  However, I feel strongly that to be a good instructor, one must be certified and be coached by other great coaches. So I got some great coaching from Professional Pros like Regina Franco and Sara Ansboury who certified me as a PPR Professional Coach and Instructor (the higher level of teacher).  My personal coach is my previous tennis coach, Steve Kennedy who was a top ranked tennis star, and who is now one of the top Senior Pickleball Pros in the United States! He has amazing skills as a player and coach!!  

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When teaching,  I emphasize proper form-  because form translates into consistent shots!  And thus into fun and great play! And keeping you safe! Nutrition and keeping physically fit is important to long term play. 

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It is helpful to notice the similarities and differences compared to other sports, and one of my passions is teaching people to transition to this wonderful sport. And to work with people who want to play tournaments. I love it all!!