Pickleball with Coach Ryan Burningham
π°$50 weekly lessons
For eight years, I've been sharing my passion for pickleball with players of all levels. As an experienced player myself, I bring a deep understanding of the game and a contagious enthusiasm to every session. Let's work together to elevate your skills and unlock your full potential on the court!
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Teaches: Adults, Seniors
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Levels: Beginners, Intermediates
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Lives in: Draper, Utah
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Happy Student Score: Not available
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Years Playing: Not specified
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Given: 0 lessons
Accomplishments
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Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:24 courts available
Private Pickleball Court with View
11142 Boyleston Ct, South Jordan, UT 84095, USA
1518.5 miles awayOutdoors
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South Jordan, Utah 84009, USA
1523.4 miles awayOutdoors
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South Jordan City Park11000 S Redwood Rd, South Jordan, UT 84095, USA
1519.5 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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Steep Mountain Park (tennis court)364 Steep Mountain Dr, Draper, UT 84020
1517 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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SEC Shari Kirkham Private Residence13316 Caden Kyan Circle
1520.9 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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Parry Farms Park15505 S. Iron Horse Blvd. , War Admiaral Drive Bluffdale, UT 84065
1519.9 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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Vintage ParkVintage Park, 14160 Loumis Pkwy, Bluffdale, UT 84065, USA
1519.7 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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Juan Diego Catholic High School (tennis court)300 E 11800 S, Draper, UT 84020
1516.5 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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Riverton High School (tennis court)12476 S 2700 W, Riverton, UT 84065
1520.6 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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Smith Fields Park (tennis court)200 East 13450 South, Draper, UT 84020
1516 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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Rosecrest Tennis Court14250 S Rosecrest Rd, Herriman, UT 84096, USA
1524.4 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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Bluffdale City Park2400 14400 S, Bluffdale, UT 84065, USA
1520.6 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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Riverton City Park1452 W 12600 S, Riverton, UT 84065, USA
1519.3 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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Royal Court Pickleball Club15892 South Rockwell Park Cove, Herriman, Utah 84065, USA
1520.7 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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McKay's Private Court2409 Spencer Crest Dr, Riverton, UT 84065, USA
1520.7 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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Chris's Private CourtCountry Crossing Park, 4288 Harvest Moon Dr, South Jordan, UT 84095, USA
1522.3 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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Independence Courts1008 Salute Ln, Bluffdale, UT 84065, USA
1519.1 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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Corner Canyon High School (tennis court)12943 S 700 E, Draper, UT 84020
1516.1 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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Sunrise Summit Park (tennis court)2667 W Shady Hollow Ln, Lehi, UT 84043
1518 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
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Wardle Fields Regional Park2700 West 14010 South , 2700 West Bluffdale, UT 84065
1520.9 miles awayOutdoorsMay be unreliable
View venueAvailability
These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.π Pickleball Court in Drapersundays
8 AM - 8 PM
mondays
8 AM - 8 PM
tuesdays
8 AM - 8 PM
wednesdays
8 AM - 8 PM
thursdays
8 AM - 8 PM
fridays
8 AM - 8 PM
saturdays
8 AM - 8 PM
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonπ Day 1 Client Assessment β Drill Outline
1. Warm-Up (5β10 mins)
β’ Dynamic stretching
β’ Short-court dinking (NVZ to NVZ) β feel & control
2. Paddle Control & Soft Game
β’ Straight-on & cross-court dinks β touch, consistency
β’ NVZ volleys β hand speed, reaction
β’ 3rd shot drop practice β soft shot under pressure
3. Footwork & Transition
β’ NVZ shuffle drill β lateral movement
β’ Midcourt transition shots β drop shots while advancing
4. Baseline Skills
β’ Cooperative groundstroke rally β forehand/backhand control
β’ Lob & overhead drill β positioning, timing
5. Serve & Return
β’ 10 serves β accuracy & depth
β’ Return reps β placement & consistency
6. Optional Mini-Game
β’ Half-court singles or rally points β game sense & decision-making
7. Coach Notes (Post-Session)
β’ β
Strengths
β’ β Weaknesses
β’ π§ Mental game traits
Lesson 4-10π Lessons 4β10: Development + Game Application
1. Warm-Up (5β10 mins)
β’ Cross-court dinks (forehand/backhand)
β’ Dynamic movement with paddle control (ladder, cone shuffle, quick taps)
2. Serve + Return Progression
β’ Serve to specific targets (deep corners, body)
β’ Return + NVZ rush β emphasize split step timing
β’ Serve β return β 3rd shot drop (live flow)
3. Third Shot Mastery
β’ Mix 3rd shot drops & drives (decision-making focus)
β’ Cross-court 3rd shots vs straight-on
β’ Add pressure: move up and reset after each shot
4. Transition Zone Training
β’ Live feeds from coach: move from baseline β NVZ with resets
β’ Emphasize paddle position, balance, and shot selection
β’ One-touch resets vs fast feeds (defensive focus)
5. Net Game + Offensive Play
β’ Volley/dink combos
β’ Dink β speed-up β reset β re-dink pattern
β’ βAttack zoneβ drills (paddle above net, step in, roll or punch volley)
6. Defensive Skills
β’ Reaction volleys & resets under pressure
β’ Block vs counterattack recognition
β’ Lob retrieval and re-settling play
7. Strategy & Situational Drills
β’ Pattern play: serve β return β drop β dink rally
β’ Doubles positioning: stacking, switching, covering middle
β’ Shot selection: when to reset, attack, lob, or roll
8. Game-Like Play (End Each Session)
β’ Half-court singles or doubles with constraints (e.g., must hit drop)
β’ Full-court points with specific focus (e.g., win at NVZ, reset under pressure)
β’ Rally scoring or mini matches to simulate competition
9. Review & Goals
β’ Quick recap: 1 strength, 1 area to improve
β’ Set specific challenge for next session (e.g., β5 consistent 3rd shot drops in a rowβ)
Lesson 2-3π Lesson 2: Foundation & Footwork Focus
1. Warm-Up (5β10 mins)
β’ Dinking warm-up (cross-court + straight)
β’ Dynamic NVZ footwork ladder (shuffles, split steps)
2. Serve & Return Tune-Up
β’ 10 focused serves (targets: deep middle, backhand corner)
β’ Return practice β placement and recovery to NVZ
3. Groundstroke Mechanics
β’ Baseline rally (topspin focus) β forehand & backhand
β’ Cross-court directional control
β’ Add footwork challenge: hit & move laterally
4. 3rd Shot Development
β’ 3rd shot drops + drives β rotate styles
β’ Partner feeding from baseline, client aims for NVZ targets
5. NVZ Pressure Drills
β’ Volley-to-volley battles
β’ β1 touch onlyβ dink challenge β encourages paddle prep & fast decision-making
β’ Push vs reset practice
6. Transition Game Drill
β’ Live ball: start at baseline, move up after return
β’ Emphasize smart footwork and drop selection
7. Cooldown + Coach Feedback
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π Lesson 3: Applying Under Pressure
1. Warm-Up (5β10 mins)
β’ Fast-paced dink rally (forehand only, then backhand only)
β’ Footwork cones + paddle control
2. Serve + 3rd Shot Drill Combo
β’ Serve β return β drop β play out short rally
β’ Focus on fluid transitions from baseline to NVZ
3. Offensive vs Defensive Scenarios
β’ Offensive: Player at NVZ, partner at baseline β aim to finish
β’ Defensive: Resetting from midcourt vs strong volleys
4. Kitchen Control Games
β’ βKing of the Kitchenβ β win 3 dink rallies to rotate
β’ Dink + surprise attack (random speed-up drills)
5. Game-Like Situations
β’ Half-court singles (3-shot rally starts)
β’ Full-court cooperative rally β competitive after 3 hits
6. Introduce Strategy Concepts
β’ NVZ positioning
β’ Communication cues (if doubles)
β’ Shot selection: when to reset vs attack
7. Cooldown + Progress Review
β’ Set small goals for next session (e.g., drop consistency, serve depth)
What you need to bring- Water
- Sturdy Shoes
- Exercise Clothing
- A good attitude and willingness to learn!
- Paddles/Pickleballs (Optional)
What I can bring- Up to 2 performance paddles
- Up to 5 wooden paddles
- Pickleballs
Frequently asked questions
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Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
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