LESSONS, CLINICS, AND DRILLS
LEVEL UP
YOUR GAME!
Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned pro, The People’s Courts is home to some of the best pickleball instructors in Portland.
This page is your guide to all our lessons, clinics, and drills—browse the calendar, get to know your instructors, and book private lessons to take your game to the next level.
Explore the calendar to find lessons, clinics, and drills designed to support players at every level of play.
Advanced registration is required for all clinics.
LEARN FROM THE BEST!
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS &
SCHEDULE PRIVATE LESSONS
Check out their bios for more info and the best way to contact them for private lessons.
ALEX POZ
In-House Instructor
ALEX POZ
ANDY MILLER
In-House Instructor
ANDY MILLER
Andy started his racquet sport background playing tennis, where he quickly climbed the ranking in the 14 and under men’s single category, placing inside the top 50 in the state of Ohio. After a five year tennis career, Andy retired from tennis at 16 years old, finishing in the top 100 in the state of Ohio.
After a long hiatus, Andy was dragged out onto a pickleball court by his brother. Where he instantly became hooked by the new sport. Over the first year of playing pickleball he progressed to a fairly high level player as well as an equipment nerd. Now Andy loves helping others progress their game through strategy and enhancing technique.
WILL SKAFF
In-House Instructor
WILL SKAFF
Will Skaff is a passionate pickleball enthusiast and a regular presence at The People’s Courts, where he competes at the 3.75-4.0 level. A lifelong educator with over 25 years of teaching experience—primarily in choral and vocal music—Will brings a deep understanding of pedagogy and communication to his coaching.
Will holds Level 1 certification in pickleball instruction through the International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association–IPTPA. He is especially energized by working with kids and adult beginners, guiding them through the fundamentals of the game, from rules and strategies to techniques and on-court confidence. He has enjoyed working with the young people at the holiday camps and is looking forward to summer camps!
JOY LEISING
Pickleball Professional
JOY LEISING
TRACIE DE JAGER
Pickleball Professional
TRACIE DE JAGER
FOR PRIVATE LESSONS:
Call: 503-577-2208