Coaching
Beginner Coaching Sessions
Are you completely new to Pickleball? We’re happy to help you learn the basics of the game.
LOCATION: Trinity Bellwoods Park Hockey Rink, Toronto, ON M6J 2V5
DAY/ TIME: Tuesdays- Coaching starts at 6.00pm sharp until 7.00pm. You will lose your spot if you arrive after 6.10pm. Regular play will resume after 7.00 pm until 9.00pm.
COST: $8 for QPC members (pay with cash or e-transfer to queerpickleballclub@gmail.com upon arrival). There is also a membership form/waiver that you will need to fill out before playing. You only need to do this once for the season.
CAPACITY: 4 sign-ups. You must reserve a spot on the sign-up form. Sign ups open on Fridays at noon. We don’t accept walk-ins.
NOTE: You must attend our beginners coaching or an alternative learn to play clinic before playing in QPC. If you are unable to attend these sessions, you can always book a session with any recommended coaches below.
Alternative Coaching Options
Natalie Araya (she/her)
Natalie is a Tennis & Pickleball Club Pro who strives to help others learn valuable skills and promotes a healthy lifestyle through racquet sports.
She is a Tennis Canada & Pickleball Canada certified coach who enjoys bringing good people together through sports within the city of Toronto.
She has recently been drafted into the Canadian National Pickleball League for the Detroit-Windsor Drive in the third season. She is looking forward to playing high level pickleball and believes she can bring anyone’s game to the next level with her coaching experience and competitive player background.
Natalie’s Credentials
- Tennis Canada Club Pro 2 Certification
- Pickleball Canada Instructor 2 Certification
- Player experience in 5.0+ Pro Tournaments within Canada (DUPR Rating: 5.4)
- 19th Draft Pick in CNPL (Detroit-Windsor Drive)
- Sponsored by Joola
Coaching Skill Levels: Available for all levels (Beginners and above)
Coaching Locations: Trinity Bellwoods Hockey Rink and High Park Tennis Court
Coaching Rates:
- Private Lesson – $80
- Semi-Private Lesson – $60 per person
- Group of 3 – $40 per person
- Group of 4 – $35 per person
- Group of 5 – $30 per person
*Balls and spare paddles are provided for all outdoor lessons.
To book coaching sessions with Natalia Araya, please reach out to her at coachnataraya@gmail.com
Sara McInnes (she/her)
Sara, a former division one soccer player, discovered pickleball in 2015 and began competing in late 2017.
Sara’s Credentials
- Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) Certified Coach | 2019
- Over 700 hours of coaching experience
- US Open Championships | 2024 | Naples, FL
- Mixed Doubles Age 30-34 Silver Medal
- Canadian National Championships | 2022 | Kingston, ON
- Women’s Doubles Open Bronze Medal
- Women’s Doubles Age/Skil 35+ Bronze Medal
- USA Pickleball Mountain Regionals | 2022 | Henderson, NV
- Women’s Doubles 5.0 Gold Medal
- Mixed Doubles 5.0 Silver Medal
- Canadian National Championships | 2021 | Red Deer, AB
- Mixed Doubles 4.5 Gold Medalist
- US Open Championships | 2018 | Naples, FL
- Mixed Doubles Age 25+ 4.0 Bronze
- Women’s Singles 19+ 5.0 Silver
Coaching Services:
Sara provides lessons to individuals and groups in the Yonge/Lawrence area, from players just learning the game to those who are preparing for tournaments.
For rates and availability, please contact Sara at sara.torontopickleball@gmail.com
Tiffany Au (she/her)
Meet Tiffany, a Tennis and Pickleball Pro dedicated to fostering skill development and promoting a healthy lifestyle through racquet sports.
Tiffany’s Credentials
- Tennis Canada Instructors Certification
- Pickleball Canada Instructors Certification
- Player Experience in 4.0/4.5 Tournaments in Canada and USA
Coaching Skill Levels: Beginner and Intermediate
Coaching Locations: Fairgrounds Assembly Park and Cloverdale, De La Salle, surrounding Markham, Richmond Hill, Stouffville area
Coaching Rates: Email for more details
*Balls and spare paddles are provided for all outdoor lessons.
To book coaching sessions with Tiffany Au, please reach out to her at coachtiff.pb@gmail.com