My story: I became a PPR Certified instructor in May 2020 and never looked back. What started as a passion quickly became a full-time career, coaching players across the Salt Lake Valley, building the Price Pickleball Academy, and developing a structured curriculum system that tracks player progress in a way most coaching programs simply don’t.

My background as a Chief Operating Officer and strategic business consultant gave me a unique lens for coaching. I approach the game analytically, breaking down complexity into clear, structured progressions. My 100 Level classes focus on technique — the “how” behind every shot. My 200 Level classes focus on tactics — the “how to play the point.” That two-phase progression is what takes players from plateau to breakthrough.

I’ve taught hundreds of players in the Salt Lake Valley and helped them transition from recreational play to competitive tournament environments. The results speak for themselves.

My approach: My coaching philosophy is entirely player-centric. Every student’s journey begins with identifying specific personal goals — because I focus on improving your pickleball game, not a generic template. I emphasize correct muscle memory and technique, and I always teach the “why” behind every movement so you can recognize patterns and adjust your own play in real time. Rather than forcing a specific style, I build on what you already do well, fix what’s limiting you, and give you a clear tactical framework for every situation you’ll face on court.