# Chris Spaeth > Chris Spaeth is a Pickleball coach in La Mesa, California. Source: https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth. Every page on this site has a Markdown version at its URL plus `/index.md`, or send `Accept: text/markdown`. ## About - Headline: Pickleball lessons with Chris - Teaches: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors - Levels: Beginners, Intermediates, Experts - Lessons taught: 240+ - Rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 175 reviews As a tournament player with over 5 years of experience coaching, I have honed my skills and expertise in teaching pickleball. With years of lessons under top professionals, I am eager to help you boost your confidence through engaging drills and personalized instruction. I will spend the extra time and details to get you improved results ! ## Packages and prices - **Lesson Package**: 4 prepaid 60-minute lessons for $160.00 ($40.00 per lesson). Sold as 1 to 20 lessons. ## Where lessons happen - Lake Murray (C's Private Court), La Mesa, California - La Mesita Park, La Mesa, California - Cottonwood Creek Park, Encinitas, California - Collier Park, La Mesa, California - La Jolla Recreation Center, La Jolla, California - North Park Recreation Center, San Diego, California - Hourglass Field Community Park and Field House, San Diego, California - Woodglen Vista Park (Tennis Court), Santee, California - Ellen Browning Scripps Joint-Use Park, San Diego, California - Golden Hill Recreation Center, San Diego, California - Pickleball Training Center, Poway, California ## Weekly hours - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM ## Cancellation policy - Cancel or reschedule at least 24 hours before a lesson. Inside that window the coach charges 0% of the lesson, and 0% for a no-show. ## Reviews > The lesson with Chris was quite helpful. I appreciated him teaching me different techniques and showing me some drills to practice, though I think more practice might really enhance my skills. Still, the lesson highlighted the importance of refining my serve, and I left feeling more in control of the ball. I’d say Chris’s approach, combining instruction with practical tips, makes it a solid experience for anyone looking to improve their game. If you’re into pickleball and want to build a good foundation, definitely consider trying him out. > From Suzie, 5 out of 5 > I’ve really enjoyed working with this pickleball coach. He is patient, encouraging, and has a great eye for detail. He quickly identifies what I’m doing wrong and explains how to correct it in a way that’s easy to understand. The drills are well designed, keep each session engaging, and have helped me improve my technique and confidence. I appreciate his positive attitude and personalized coaching. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to improve their pickleball skills, whether you’re a beginner or a more experienced player. > From William, 5 out of 5 > I have been taking Chris's pickleball lessons for the past six months and have seen significant improvement in my game. His instruction is clear and easy to follow, and he is always willing to take the time to help me with any areas I struggle with. One of my favorite things about Chris's teaching style is that he makes the lessons fun and engaging. I always leave feeling motivated to get better at pickleball. > From Alexander, 5 out of 5 > Chris's lesson was quite thorough and I appreciated how patient he was throughout. He clearly knows his stuff. Though I still need to practice the techniques he showed, I’m confident that returning with more repetition will help me become a better player. Still, I feel more prepared to work on my skills outside the lesson now. If you're looking to improve your pickleball game, Chris is definitely worth trying. > From Andrew, 5 out of 5 > Chris's pickleball lessons are a must for any player looking to improve their game. His teaching style is patient and encouraging, and he is always willing to go the extra mile to help me understand new concepts. I have already recommended his lessons to several of my pickleball-playing friends, and I am confident they will see the same improvements in their game as I have. > From Natasha, 5 out of 5 > Chris is an excellent instructor and is very patient. I really like his coaching style and he provided me with some drills I can also practice on my own, or with another playing partner. I feel I can take the information I learned during this lesson and immediate incorporate into my game. Look forward to more lessons and mentoring from Chris to get my game to the next level! > From Dana, 5 out of 5 > As someone who has never played pickleball before, I was a bit intimidated to start taking lessons. However, Chris made the experience enjoyable and stress-free. His teaching style is relaxed and patient, and he is always willing to answer my questions and help me understand new concepts. I am so glad I took the plunge and started taking lessons with him. > From Carolyn, 5 out of 5 > I loved the balance Chris struck between drilling and offering tips that were easy to take in without feeling overwhelmed. The lesson felt well-paced and practical, making it enjoyable to learn and improve. If you’re thinking about trying pickleball lessons, Chris’s sessions are definitely worth checking out for a supportive and effective experience. > From Karen, 5 out of 5 ## Pages on this site - [Home](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/index.md) - [All services](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/services/index.md) - [Pickleball Lessons](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/lessons) - [Private Lessons](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/private-lessons/index.md) - [Lessons in Encinitas](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/areas/encinitas) - [Lessons in La Jolla](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/areas/la-jolla) - [Lessons in La Mesa](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/areas/la-mesa) - [Lessons in Poway](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/areas/poway) - [Lessons in San Diego](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/areas/san-diego) - [Lessons in Santee](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/areas/santee) - [Cottonwood Creek Park, Encinitas](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/locations/cottonwood-creek-park-encinitas) - [La Jolla Recreation Center, La Jolla](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/locations/la-jolla-recreation-center-la-jolla) - [Collier Park, La Mesa](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/locations/collier-park-la-mesa) - [La Mesita Park, La Mesa](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/locations/la-mesita-park-la-mesa) - [Lake Murray (C's Private Court), La Mesa](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/locations/lake-murray-c-s-private-court-la-mesa) - [Pickleball Training Center, Poway](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/locations/pickleball-training-center-poway) - [Ellen Browning Scripps Joint-Use Park, San Diego](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/locations/ellen-browning-scripps-joint-use-park-san-diego) - [Golden Hill Recreation Center, San Diego](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/locations/golden-hill-recreation-center-san-diego) - [Hourglass Field Community Park and Field House, San Diego](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/locations/hourglass-field-community-park-and-field-house-san-diego) - [North Park Recreation Center, San Diego](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/locations/north-park-recreation-center-san-diego) - [Woodglen Vista Park (Tennis Court), Santee](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/locations/woodglen-vista-park-tennis-court-santee) - [Agent instructions](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/llms.txt) ## Book through the API Chris Spaeth sells Pickleball lessons on this site. It is one coach on TeachMe.To, listing id `66c8b558-fc07-4d2b-851f-9b4460365126`. An agent reads this coach, quotes what this site sells, and books it through the TeachMe.To agent API. - [Agent instructions, generated from the live API](https://api.teachme.to/agent/v1/llms.txt): Read this before calling anything. Sessions need no registration. - [This coach](https://api.teachme.to/agent/v1/coaches/66c8b558-fc07-4d2b-851f-9b4460365126): The coach read. `site.packages` are the packages sold here, priced as this site prices them, and `site.cancellationPolicy` is this site's policy. - [Open times](https://api.teachme.to/agent/v1/coaches/66c8b558-fc07-4d2b-851f-9b4460365126/slots): Pass `sitePackageId` and `locationId` with `from` and `to`. - Quotes and bookings: pass `sitePackageId` and `lessons` to `POST /quotes`, then `POST /bookings` with the quote. The booking returns `paymentUrl`; the student pays there, and the booking is readable while they do. Send `policyAccepted: true` after showing the student the policy when `site.cancellationPolicy.agreementRequired` is true. - [OpenAPI 3.1](https://api.teachme.to/agent/v1/openapi.json): The machine contract. The `sitePackageId` and `locationId` values for this site are in [llms.txt](https://sites.coach/chrisspaeth/llms.txt).