📍 New York City

PickleballLessons

Expert coaching for beginners through competitive players — with a whole lot of fun along the way.

1,100+
Coaching Hours
#1
Events Coach in NYC
225+
Events Coached
PCI · RPO
RPPk
Certifications
Certifications
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PCI Certified
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RPO Certified
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RPPk / DUPR Level 2
My DUPR Coach Certified
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Safe Sport Certified
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#1 Events Coach in NYC
Amanda – New York City Pickleball Coach

Meet Amanda

In less than a year, Amanda went from a novice player to a pickleball pro — and you can too. Her sweet spot is coaching beginners and advanced beginners who want to level up to intermediate play.

With Amanda's guidance, you'll get actionable insights and quick-win tips to help you play better and win more points. Sessions are always tailored to your goals, and she's a great listener, so you'll never feel like you're following a cookie-cutter curriculum.

If needed, sessions can also focus on mastering the fundamentals — because a strong foundation is the fastest path to long-term improvement.

Amanda
Certified Pickleball Coach · NYC
One of NYC's most experienced certified female pickleball coaches
1,100+ hours of coaching experience
#1 events coach in NYC — 225+ events coached
PCI · RPO · RPPk / DUPR Level 2 · My DUPR Coach Certified · Safe Sport Certified
Specializes in beginners → intermediate players
@amanda.pickleball Follow for tips, drills & updates

Trusted by the top NYC pickleball companies

City Pickle
Conquer
Dink Dynamics
Gotham Pickleball
Hell's Kitchen Pickleball Club
House
NYC Pickleball
Pickle1
RHPC
Velto Pickleball Club
Amanda holding pickleball
Amanda coaching with student
Amanda in action on court
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   Rated 5 stars across Yelp, Google & CityPickle

What Students Say

Amanda is patient, observant, and deeply knowledgeable. She identified my weaknesses immediately and structured the session around fixing them. After just one lesson I was winning points I'd been losing for months. Genuinely one of the best instructors I've worked with in any sport.

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Dan
Beginner+ Player

Amanda has such a sharp eye — she caught things I'd been doing wrong for over a year. She explained everything in a way that actually clicked, and her grounded energy made the whole session feel calm and focused. I left feeling like a different player.

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Karen
Beginner+ Player

Well-structured, intensive, and exactly what I needed. Amanda came prepared with a clear plan but adapted on the fly to what was working for me. Best pickleball coaching session I've had — and I've tried a few coaches now.

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Pratik
Intermediate Player

I went from a solid beginner to a low-intermediate after just two of Amanda's clinics. She has a gift for breaking down complex concepts into simple, actionable steps. My court awareness improved dramatically in a short time.

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James
Low Intermediate Player

Amanda is incredibly knowledgeable and patient. She adjusted her coaching style to match exactly where I was, and her feedback was specific and useful — not generic. I'd recommend her to anyone serious about improving their game.

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Johnpaul
Intermediate Player

Amanda gives genuinely individualized feedback — she watches how you play and gives you the specific tips that matter for your level. She also suggested paddle upgrades that matched my style perfectly. You can tell she really knows the sport inside and out.

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Shira
Beginner Player

What's Offered

Lessons for Every Level

Whether you've never held a paddle or you're prepping for your first tournament, there's a lesson designed for exactly where you are.

All Levels
First-Timers Intro to Pickleball
Never played before? Walk away ready to play a real game. You'll learn the rules, scoring, and all the basic shots. Best with 3–4 players so you can experience a real doubles game.
Tennis Players
Tennis Players Adapting to Pickleball
You have a head start — and some habits to unlearn. Amanda covers what transfers from tennis, what to modify, and the key positioning rules that catch tennis players off guard. Available for both beginners and advancing players.
Level 2.0–3.5
Shot-Specific Lessons
Want to fix one thing? Amanda can zero in on any specific shot. Most popular: drops, backhands, volleys, serves, resets, and speed-ups. Also available: drives, returns, and dinks.
Level 2.5–3.5
Competitive Play Prep
Preparing for a league or tournament? Amanda helps you move from recreational to competitive play — covering partner communication, exploiting opponents' weaknesses, and developing winning strategies for your level.
Level 2.0–3.5
Custom Lesson
Have a specific goal in mind? This session is built entirely around what you want to work on — technique, strategy, or both. Amanda can also provide personalized paddle recommendations to match your playing style.
All Levels · Group Workshop
DUPR Provisional Rating Assessment
Not sure what level you are? As a certified DUPR coach, Amanda can provide a provisional DUPR rating based on your skills and strategic approach, assessed in a group session. Please inquire for details and pricing.

Transparent Pricing

Lesson Costs

Pricing covers two components: a court fee + a coaching fee. Court fees are set by the venue and vary by location and time of day. The coaching fee is $100/hour for 1 person, plus $20 per additional player in your group.

CityPickle
Times Square / Wollman Rink
Amanda available
Mon & Wed
Court Fee$45
Coaching Fee (1 person)$100
Total for 1 Person$145
$20 per additional player in your group
Gotham Pickleball
Long Island City
Amanda available
Tue & Thu
Court Fee$80
Coaching Fee (1 person)$100
Total for 1 Person$180
$20 per additional player in your group
Off-Peak hours: Monday–Thursday, 9am–4pm. Amanda is available at CityPickle on Mondays and Wednesdays, at Gotham on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and at Hell's Kitchen Pickleball Club Fridays during these hours.
CityPickle
Times Square / Wollman Rink
Amanda available
Any day
Court Fee$130
Coaching Fee (1 person)$100
Total for 1 Person$230
$20 per additional player in your group
Gotham
Long Island City
Amanda available
Saturdays only
Court Fee$110
Coaching Fee (1 person)$100
Total for 1 Person$210
$20 per additional player in your group
Peak hours: Evenings and Friday–Sunday. Amanda is available at CityPickle any day during peak hours, and at Gotham on Saturdays only.

Book a Lesson

Book your court and lesson directly through the venue's platform. Choose your preferred location below — Amanda will be waiting on the court.

Questions before booking? Reach out on Instagram.

Birthdays, Corporate & More

Amanda is the top pickleball events coach in NYC, having run more group events than any other coach in the city. Whether it's a birthday party, corporate outing, or team social, she'll have your entire group playing and competing in no time.

She can run a condensed Intro to Pickleball for any size group, organize a round robin or single-elimination tournament, or facilitate relaxed open play — whatever vibe you're going for. Two-hour minimum.

Pricing is custom based on group size and format, usually $160/hr. Email Amanda at nycpickleballcoach@gmailcom for availability and quotes.

Birthday Parties Corporate Outings Round Robins Open Play Tournaments Any Size Group
Amanda pickleball group event
225+ Group Events Coached in NYC
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Looking for kids' lessons? Amanda is not currently accepting new students ages 5–18. For junior coaching, she recommends Brandon Hunter at Gotham Pickleball and CityPickle.