Pickleball Lessons in Champlin, Minnesota

Over the past 3 years, I have ample experience playing in tournaments, including multiple gold medals at the 4.5-5.0 level. I am a strategy specialist and can quickly analyze my teammates' and opponents' strengths and weaknesses.

I’m a Selkirk Sponsored Emerging Pro and competitive 5.3 DUPR player with experience competing in PPA events and 5.0+ tournaments. I’ve won multiple local and 5.0 tournaments, including Men’s Doubles at the 2026 Pints & Paddles Summer Slam & Jam, where I also finished 2nd in Mixed Doubles.

I’ve been playing pickleball for over 3 years and currently have a 4.4+ DUPR rating, regularly competing with 4.5 to 5.0+ players. I started with no previous racket sport experience, so I understand learning the game from the ground up. I enjoy coaching beginner and intermediate players, focusing on dinking, drops, resets, positioning, shot selection and strategy. My goal is to identify each player’s needs, build confidence and make improvement fun.

Hi, I’m Saraa! I’ve been hooked on pickleball since 2021, and I play competitively at the 4.0–4.5 level (soon to be 4.5–5.0!). My true passion, though, is coaching adult beginners and helping people fall in love with this amazing sport. My coaching style is all about keeping things fun while building real skills and strategy. I believe in learning by playing, cheering each other on, and letting passion lead the way. Whether your goal is to keep up with friends, join a league, or just enjoy a new hobby, I’ll meet you where you’re at and help you grow from there. One of my favorite things about pickleball is how welcoming it is—anyone can jump in and play, no matter their athletic background. Yet at the same time, there’s always room to improve and challenge yourself. Plus, the community is second to none—you’ll leave the court with new friends and a big smile. My go-to shot is the two-handed backhand drive (the “twoie”), and right now I’m working on nailing my backhand roll. Fun fact: I grew up in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho—home of Selkirk Sport—so I’ll always be a Selkirk girl at heart!

I've been immersed in the world of pickleball for four incredible years. With numerous tournaments under my belt at the 4.0 and 4.5 levels and my PPR Pickleball Coach certification, I bring a wealth of experience to the court. As a seasoned high school PE teacher and coach in golf and basketball for the past decade, I understand the dynamics of sports coaching inside out. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, I offer tailored individual and group lessons and live play coaching sessions. Whatever your pickleball aspirations, I'm here to help you reach them. Let's smash those goals together and elevate your pickleball game to new heights!