Lessons have moved to PKL Park, where Tom is Director of Pickleball!
Personalized coaching. Accelerated progress.
.5 at a time.
Gain a newfound confidence on the court + passion for the game of pickleball.
Empowering players of all skill levels to unlock their pickleball potential. Located in Upstate South Carolina, Tom’s coaching ignites a fresh excitement for recreational play & tournaments.
Let’s Play Pickleball
Three Class Levels for the brand new beginner all the way to the pro…
Rate: $60 flat fee for 1-4 students.
($15/person for a group of 4!)
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Learn the fundamental technique of the forehand and the backhand.
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Learn the “Chess” game of Pickleball. We’ll cover the “how” and “when” to dink to certain targets.
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Learn how to drop the ball to allow you and your partner approach the NVZ with a purpose.
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Learn how to take the pace off the ball to allow you and your partner to gain ground back.
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Learn the how and when to serve to a target, and return with a purpose.
The 5 shots every pickleball player needs in their Arsenal:
You’ve learned the shots. Now let’s make them consistent. We will test 25 targeted reps of each of the shots. Once we have a baseline percentage, we will drill for several weeks, and test again. Your progress will be measurable over time. Remember: “Practice makes permanent”; “Perfect practice makes Progress”. It’s a journey!
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Driving both forehand and backhand to 6 different targets on the court from 4 different locations.
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Dinking to the 4 different zones of the NVZ.
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Dropping the ball to 4 different zones from 4 different locations.
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Resetting driven balls to the 4 different zones from 4 different locations.
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Hitting to 4 different locations, both serving and returning.
You’ve learned the technique. Now it’s time to apply it. Bring a partner and learn the tactics of the game. Tom will focus on points and rallies, not games. We will set up certain common scenarios and you will practice with your partner on how to develop a rally. Learn to make the rally predictable for you and your partner, such as when to drive or drop, how to cover the middle, and much much more.
What Students Are Saying
“We saw a difference”
"We have taken many pickleball lessons from several different pickleball Pros but none compare to the strategic and technical training we get from Tom. We saw a difference from our very first lesson and look forward to it every week"!
- Scott & DeAnn Grasinger
“Coaching comes naturally to Tom”
- John Nichols
“He wants to see improvement in your game!”
- Erin Hallisey
“It’s definitely worth it”
- Nereo Legaspi
“Tom does a very good job about knowing weaknesses in form and helps to correct that with repetitive drills. He is very positive and wants to see improvement in your game!”
- Your Name Here
Tom Price is a seasoned pickleball coach with a wealth of coaching experience. As a Professional Pickleball Registry Pro, Tom brings high expertise to his lessons. With years of playing, winning multiple medals, and even recently qualifying for a national tournament in 2023 with Leon Ellis, Tom understands the game's intricacies and knows what it takes to succeed.
Before delving into pickleball, Tom spent many years as a collegiate women's soccer coach, cultivating a deep understanding of how to motivate and inspire athletes. Tom believes in tailoring his coaching method to the unique needs of each player. Everyone learns and grows at their own pace. It’s all about the personal journey; identifying areas of improvement and experiencing wins along the way. Whether it's refining technique, developing strategies, or boosting overall performance, Tom is always ready to go the extra mile to help his students achieve their pickleball goals. His patience, knowledge, and ability to provide constructive feedback make him a highly sought-after coach in the Upstate pickleball community.
