# Beginner Skills | 4-Week Session ***REC-SC1859*** **Sun, 2:30pm - 4:00pm** [Willowbrook County Park: Courts](/content/locations/b0abe7ed-ac92-4591-845d-08b84411ce98/index.html) ## What you'll do Please note each session will last 75 minutes. The beginner skills pickleball class is designed for individuals who are just starting to play the game. The class will cover the fundamental techniques that will get a player comfortable playing matches. The class will use targeted drills and practice match play to implement new skills. **Who this Class is for** - Players looking to establish a strong foundation in the basics of pickleball - Players with limited previous racket sports experience **Class Logistics** - Each session will be split between drills to learn new skills and then match play to implement those skills. - Balls will be provided. Please bring your own paddle. **Pricing** - $85 for residents - $100 for non-residents *If enrollment in the class is too low, we may unfortunately need to cancel and find a new time that works for more students. Any students who enrolled will be fully refunded.* *If a session is cancelled due to weather we will find a time to reschedule.* ## Eligibility ### Age 18 years and up on January 5, 2025 **Session schedule** - $100.00 per person - 0 spots left - 4 sessions·Started Sun, 5 Jan, 2:30pm - 4:00pm **5 JAN** - Sun, Jan 5, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm **12 JAN** - Sun, Jan 12, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm **19 JAN** - Sun, Jan 19, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm **26 JAN** - Sun, Jan 26, 2025 2:30pm - 4:00pm ## Instructor [**Sean Lynch**](/content/instructors/ee91acd6-225a-4f89-a0e0-be5da2739ad8/index.html) Hey, I'm Sean and hopefully I'll be your pickleball instructor! I have a long background in coaching and developing athletes of all levels. I'm an ex-competitive tennis player and now a pickleball fanatic with a current 5.0+ Dupr rating. I look forward to sharing my love for the sport and passion for teaching with others in the Santa Cruz Community. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, let's connect and improve your game! ## Reviews **Doreen L.** | 5/5 Rating _Sean is an amazing coach ...he continues to push me and helps improve my game ...nothing gets past him..he has an eagle eye and catches you immediately if you get sloppy with grip or skills, he is on it..really great at personalizing your lesson to your specific needs. highly recommend Sean._ **Doug C.** | 5/5 Rating _Sean is very clear about the goals for each lesson. He is very patient and spreads his attention amongst the entire class. I would highly recommend Sean for anybody looking to improve their Pickleball game._ **Tracey G.** | 5/5 Rating _Sean was very patient and explained the basics well._ **Kelly M** | 5/5 Rating _Great lesson :) Always learn something new to improve with each lesson!_ **Doug C.** | 5/5 Rating _Great lesson. Wouldn’t change a thing. Lesson plan was clear and well delivered, and we all had lots opportunity to execute the day's lesson plan._ **Marilee F.** | 5/5 Rating _Great lesson! I learned some new techniques and strategies to work on. And had fun!_ **Kelly R.** | 5/5 Rating _The class was fun!_ **Lauren A.** | 5/5 Rating _The instructor had a lot of patience. The class was truly at a beginner level and the instructor made everything easy to understand. Made starting a brand new activity a lot less intimidating._ **Katherine S.** | 5/5 Rating _I was surprised how much I learned in a short amount of time._ **Linda H.** | 5/5 Rating _Great. He was so patient with all of us._ **Stephen P.** | 5/5 Rating _Well done. Looking forward to next session._ ## Location [Open Map](https://www.google.com/maps?q=2950%20Willowbrook%20Ln%2C%20Aptos%2C%20CA%2095003%2C%20USA&ll=36.9878039,-121.9329228) **Willowbrook County Park: Courts** 2950 Willowbrook Ln, Aptos, CA 95003, USA ## Getting there Navigate to 2960 Willowbrook Lane. Closest cross-street is Willowbrook and Baseline Drive. ## Checking in Street parking is available on Willowbrook Lane. Courts are unlocked from dawn till dusk.