Coaching
Whether you're picking up a paddle for the first time or looking to sharpen your competitive edge, our Pickleball Coaching Academy offers structured lessons designed to help you improve faster and enjoy the game more.
Coaching ProgramsLearn the Game.
Elevate Your Play.
Private Coaching
Private coaching sessions offer personalised instruction tailored to your individual goals and playing level. Whether you are new to pickleball or looking to refine specific aspects of your game, these one-on-one sessions focus on improving technique, shot selection, positioning and overall confidence on the court.
Group Coaching
Group coaching sessions provide a fun and social environment for players to develop their skills while training alongside others. These sessions focus on drills, match play scenarios and game strategy, helping players improve consistency, court awareness and overall performance while enjoying the energy of learning together.
Corporate Coaching
Corporate coaching sessions are a great way for teams to connect, unwind and enjoy a unique group activity. Designed to suit a range of abilities and fitness levels, these sessions introduce the fundamentals of pickleball in a relaxed and engaging environment, often finishing with friendly matches and light competition.
Meet our coachesLearn from experienced players who live and breathe the game.
Craig Hunt
Head Coach
Craig discovered pickleball in July 2023 after a 40-year background in tennis and quickly developed a passion for the sport. He now plays regularly for fitness, competition and the strong sense of community that surrounds the game. Craig is a highly accomplished player, winning gold medals at the Australian Pickleball Championships in both 2023 and 2024, as well as medalling at the Rainbow Championships and the 2024 NSW Championships. With decades of racquet sport experience, Craig brings deep technical knowledge and competitive insight to his coaching.
Maurice Murphy
Certified Pickleball & Tennis Coach
Maurice is a certified pickleball and tennis coach with extensive experience across the NSW sporting landscape, particularly in racquet sports. He has played an active role in organising sport inclusion days throughout the Central Coast and Hunter regions, helping introduce new players and communities to the game. As an advanced pickleball player, Maurice focuses on building strong fundamentals, improving consistency and helping players develop confidence on the court.
Boyd
Coach & Community Ambassador
Boyd began playing pickleball in September 2023 and quickly fell in love with the sport and its community. A digital marketer and racquet sports influencer, he enjoys sharing pickleball knowledge and helping new players get involved in the game. Boyd has already achieved competitive success, winning a bronze medal at the Australian Pickleball Championships 2024 in Skinny Singles (19+, 3.5+ level). He has also been coaching beginner sessions at Sunday Rainbow Pickleball, helping introduce more players to the sport in a fun and welcoming environment.