Tatyana Neilson
Pickleball Coach in Venice, FL
I live in Venice, Florida. I’ve been playing tennis at a 3.0-3.5 level for 20 years and have enjoyed four years of pickleball. For the past 2 years, I’ve been teaching total beginners, English, Russian and Ukrainian speakers, in Venice and Nokomis, Florida. Learn pickleball the right way from the start. I specialize in total beginners and players who want to fix bad habits, improve technique, and gain confidence on the court. My lessons include professional drills with a Lobster pickleball machine for faster improvement, consistent practice, and game-like repetition. Every session is personalized to your skill level, with a strong focus on safety, proper fundamentals, smart strategy, and fun. I'm proud to have coached students who have earned Silver and Bronze medals in competition. Whether you've never held a paddle or want to take your game to the next level, I'll help you build solid skills that last. Train smarter. Play safer. Improve faster. Your Coach Tatyana Neilson
5.0
48 ratings
57+
Lessons taught
2
Years experience
5
Locations
About Tatyana
I live in Venice, Florida. I’ve been playing tennis at a 3.0-3.5 level for 20 years and have enjoyed four years of pickleball. For the past 2 years, I’ve been teaching total beginners, English, Russian and Ukrainian speakers, in Venice and Nokomis, Florida. Learn pickleball the right way from the start. I specialize in total beginners and players who want to fix bad habits, improve technique, and gain confidence on the court. My lessons include professional drills with a Lobster pickleball machine for faster improvement, consistent practice, and game-like repetition. Every session is personalized to your skill level, with a strong focus on safety, proper fundamentals, smart strategy, and fun. I'm proud to have coached students who have earned Silver and Bronze medals in competition. Whether you've never held a paddle or want to take your game to the next level, I'll help you build solid skills that last. Train smarter. Play safer. Improve faster. Your Coach Tatyana Neilson
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Private Lessons
Choose a lesson package that works for you. Every session is personalized to your skill level and goals.
Begginers 5 lessons set
Why Choose the 5-Lesson Pickleball Fundamentals Package? The fastest way to learn pickleball is to build the right foundation from the beginning. My intensive 5-lesson package takes you step by step from A to Z, helping you develop safe, confident, and effective habits that will stay with you for years. you'll learn: 🎯 Lesson 1: Safety, footwork, ready position, and proper paddle positioning. 🎯 Lesson 2: The three essential dink techniques and kitchen control. DRILLS With Pickleball Machine
Ages: Kids, Teenagers, Adults, Seniors · beginner, intermediate · Gear provided
- Bypass Park / Foxworthy Campus, Venice
- Laurel Park and Sandra Sims Terry Community Center, Laurel
- Laurel Park and Sandra Sims Terry Community Center, Laurel
- Nokomis Community Park (Pickleball court), Nokomis
- Northeast Venice Park, Nokomis
“What energized me was Tatyana’s fantastic coaching style. She really knows how to guide and improve your game with clear and encouraging tips. If you want a positive and productive pickleball session, her lessons are definitely worth trying. Enjoy learning and having fun on the court!”
Bonnie S.
What Students Say
Sofya K.
9 lessons
The coach explains everything clearly and in an easy-to-understand way. It’s pleasant to communicate with them. I’ve learned a lot of useful things.
Dane Rubsam
1 lesson
Tatyana is an awesome instructor. She'll take you from totally new to confidently playing at your local pickleball courts. I highly recommend her.
Lisa C.
10 lessons
Tatyana is a great teacher for me as a beginner. She has lots of patience and our lessons have built up over the weeks. Highly recommend!
Becky Price
1 lesson
Wish I would've started out with her when I first got into Pickleball! She's so nice and great at her teaching skills!
Bonnie S.
Beginner student
“What a standout lesson, Tatyana brings clear focus and patient guidance, plus a knack for spotting quick fixes, and that says it all, she’s amazing as a teacher! She’s also funny, and so friendly she makes the lessons a lot of fun.”
Bonnie S.
Beginner student
“That lesson left me energized and sure I’m on the right track, wow. Tatyana’s clarity and warmth made every drill click, and I’m looking forward to more progress in the near future.”
Plus 24 more ratings from students.
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Where to train
5 locations in Laurel, Nokomis, and Venice. Pick the one closest to you.
Booking policies
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your lesson.
Expiry
Prepaid lessons expire 12 months after purchase.