Focused Drill Work
Come with 1–3 things you want to fix. We isolate each one and hammer it with focused reps — third shot drops, dink consistency, resets, speed-ups, whatever needs the most work. Pure deliberate practice.
$35 / session
Austin, TX · Private Drilling Partner
Level Up
Your
Pickleball.
One-on-one drilling sessions built around your weaknesses. No fluff — just reps, feedback, and measurable improvement on every ball.
3.0–4.5
All Skill Levels
ATX
Mobile · Your Court
60 min
Focused Reps
100%
Focus On You
What We Work On
Drilling
Sessions That
Actually Move
The Needle
Full Skill Audit
We run through your whole game — groundstrokes, kitchen play, serve & return, transition zone. You leave with a prioritized improvement roadmap.
$50 / session
Gameplay Drills
Live-ball drilling designed to replicate real game conditions. We recreate specific scenarios you face in match play — transition exchanges, third shot + follow-in patterns, reset-and-attack sequences — so your reps actually transfer to competition.
$45 / session
Video Analysis
Set your own phone up on the tripod I bring and record yourself for free. If you want me to handle filming and deliver edited footage directly to you, pricing varies — reach out to discuss.
Free · self-record with my tripod
Filmed & edited · price varies
Filmed & edited · price varies
Paddle Demos & Equipment Review
Not sure if your paddle is holding you back? I bring a small demo selection and can let you hit with a few options. No sales pitch — just honest input on what might fit your game better.
Free with any session
All Gameplay
Open play — singles or bring a group. Great for working on real match play in a low-stakes environment, running point patterns, or just getting quality game reps in. Pricing varies based on group size and session length.
Price varies · singles or groups
The Process
Simple, Focused, Effective
You Pick the Goal
Tell me what you want to work on — or let me watch you hit a few balls first and I'll make the call.
We Design the Drill
No generic drills. Every session is structured around your mechanics and the specific pattern you're trying to build.
Reps With Feedback
I feed, shadow, or play the target role. Real-time cues keep you correcting in the moment, not guessing later.
Debrief + Homework
End-of-session breakdown: what clicked, what still needs reps, and 2–3 things to practice on your own before next time.
Skills In My Rotation
Third shot drop (cross-court & straight)
Dinking — consistency, direction & pace control
Speed-up attacks & counter-punch defense
Transition zone movement & reset mechanics
Serve depth & return positioning
Overhead & lob coverage
Erne setup & around-the-post (ATP) attempts
Stacking patterns & poaching communication
Your Drilling Partner
Not a Coach.
A Partner Who
Shows Up Ready.
I'm Josh, an Austin-based pickleball player who got serious about drilling after hitting a plateau at 3.5. I spent a year obsessing over mechanics, watching pro footage, and finding a local 4.5 mentor who helped me crack 4.0 inside eight months.
Now I do for other players what that drilling partner did for me: show up, feed balls, give honest feedback, and keep the reps coming. I'm not a certified coach — I'm someone who has done the reps and wants to help you do the same.
"Josh doesn't waste a single minute. We drilled third-shot drops for an hour and I left having genuinely fixed something. Booked a second session on the spot."
— Mike T., Austin TX · 3.5 Player
Pricing
Straightforward.
No Contracts.
Drop-In
$35–50
per 60-min session · pay as you go
- Any session type
- Scheduling within 48 hrs
- Post-session notes via text
- No commitment needed
Most Popular
4-Pack
$130
4 sessions · save ~$10
- 4 × 60-min sessions
- Priority scheduling
- Progress tracking between sessions
- Drill plan customized per session
- 30-day expiry
8-Pack
$250
8 sessions · best value
- 8 × 60-min sessions
- Priority scheduling
- Tripod included for self-recording
- Personalized improvement roadmap
- 60-day expiry
Questions
Stuff People
Usually Ask
Are you a certified pickleball coach?
No — and that's worth being upfront about. I'm a 4.0+ rated drilling partner, not a certified instructor. The ideal setup is that you're already working with a coach (or have in the past) and come to me with specific drills or focus areas you want to put reps on. Coaching is expensive; I'm here to give you the time and repetitions to reinforce what you're already learning. Think of me as the person who shows up with a hopper and a plan and keeps the ball coming.
Where do sessions take place?
I come to you. If you have access to a court through an HOA, park, or club, I'll meet you there — any court booking fees are your responsibility. I'm a Picklr member, so if you're also a Picklr member, we can use any Picklr location in Austin and avoid booking fees entirely. I can also help find available public courts if you don't have a spot in mind.
What skill level do you work with?
Primarily 3.0–4.5 players who have the basics and want to drill specific shots. Beginners are welcome but better served by a certified instructor first.
Do I need to bring anything?
Just your paddle and water. I bring a hopper of balls and a tripod if you want to self-record. If you want to use your own balls, that's fine too.
What's your cancellation policy?
Cancel or reschedule with 24 hours notice and there's no charge. Same-day cancellations forfeit the session for pack holders or require payment for drop-ins.
How do I pay?
Venmo or Zelle, same day as the session. Pack purchases upfront. Simple as that — no subscription platforms, no complicated checkout.
Get Started
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Drill?
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