Pickleball Coaching

Elevate your pickleball game with our club’s private coaching, designed to cater to all levels of play. Whether you’re an intermediate player looking to refine your skills or an advanced enthusiast aiming for tournament success, our personalized coaching offers a unique opportunity for growth. With a focus on individual skills and weaknesses, private coaching ensures a tailored learning experience, addressing your specific needs and style. This approach accelerates your development, providing immediate feedback and strategic insights to enhance your performance. We have a variety of coaches with unique experience and coaching styles, you can browse their bios below and find one that suits you best.

Our Club Coaches

Carol Graham

Carol Graham, with over 35 years of coaching experience, is a passionate educator and athletic director. Specializing in middle to high school athletics, she holds degrees in Athletics and Sport Conditioning, and Education from the University of Alberta. A proficient coach in volleyball and pickleball, Carol excels in nurturing physical literacy and instilling a love for sports in individuals of all ages, leveraging her diverse athletic background and educational expertise.

Joel Pelletier

Joel started playing pickleball 5 years ago and has been determined ever since to learn everything he can about the sport by breaking down skills and movements. In 2023 Joel was drafted as a 5.0+ player into the Canadian National Pickleball League where his team achieved 2nd overall. Joel is driven to learn as much as he can about the sport and hopes to be able to share what he has learned with the members of the Red Deer Pickleball Club.

Rich Thul

Rich Thul, a dedicated coach with a rich background in hockey, baseball, and pickleball, brings his passion for sports to the forefront. With qualifications in multiple sports including NCCP Level 2 in Hockey, Lacrosse, Baseball, and IPTPA Level 2 in Pickleball, he excels in player development. Rich's goal is to enhance pickleball skills among all ages, fostering a love for the sport through his positive and encouraging approach.

Robyn Froese

Robyn Froese, a Level 1 NCCP certified pickleball coach, has a rich sporting background, including volleyball, basketball, and more. Starting pickleball in 2013, she transitioned from recreational to competitive play, especially during COVID. With degrees in business and education, she combines her coaching skills in volleyball and pickleball, passionately teaching and inspiring youth in her community. Her approach emphasizes pickleball's accessibility and social benefits for all ages and abilities.