INSTRUCTORS

Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) certified instructor came to pickleball with a background of ten years of competitive tennis. Chris & his wife Jennifer Bowring instruct pickleball clinics, lessons, tournaments, leagues & ladder play. He plays pickleball competitively both in the U.S. & Internationally in doubles and singles, and is a 2024 PPA Tournament medal winner in Men's doubles. Chris has a passion for playing the game of pickleball & loves pulling out the best in the players he instructs.

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Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) certified instructor came to pickleball with a background of ten years of competitive tennis. Jennifer & her husband Chris Bowring instruct pickleball clinics, lessons, tournaments, leagues & ladder play. Jennifer plays pickleball competitively both in the U.S. & Internationally in doubles and singles. She loves pickleball & loves helping other players work on their game in a fun and uplifting environment.

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Tracy Burke is a certified IPTPA pickleball coach and the Pickleball Pro at the Greater Portland YMCA. With over 11 years of experience, Tracy has won numerous medals at local, regional, and national tournaments. She was honored as the 2023 Female Athlete of the Year by the Maine Senior Games. A former two-sport NCAA athlete, Tracy excels at teaching strategy, positioning and shot selection. Tracy is known for her patient, supportive style.

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Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) certified instructor with a passion for teaching the game and helping players of all levels improve their skills. Committed to creating a positive, supportive environment where players can develop their technical skills, strategy, and overall love for the game. Whether you're a beginner learning the fundamentals or an advanced player looking to refine your technique, Kevin tailors coaching to meet your individual needs.

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Victor Joly is a PPR (Professional Pickleball Registry) Certified Instructor and a passionate, highly competitive pickleball player. He believes every player learns differently and tailors each lesson to the individual's goals, skill level, and needs. Whether you're new to the game or looking to elevate your competitive play, Victor focuses on helping players improve technique, strategy, consistency, and confidence in a fun and supportive environment. He loves teaching and helping players improve their doubles and singles play, with a focus on court positioning, movement, shot selection, and strategy. Victor enjoys seeing players grow their skills and gain confidence on the court. He offers instruction in both English and French and welcomes players of all levels.

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Liz is a USAPA/PPR Certified Pickleball Coach who has been teaching people all over Southern Maine since 2021, having made the transition from decades of tennis and racquetball competitive play to this wonderful sport. Recently retired from careers as a Teacher, and later, a Financial Advisor, Liz is absolutely loving teaching Pickleball. Her 40+ years of team and individual sports' play, curriculum development and platform skills are uniquely suited to help any level of player.

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