Our Team
a team of certified Pickleball professionals dedicated to build fundamentals,confidence, strategy, and to support players on and off the court.
founder & head pickleball professional
leia miller
One of only select few iptpa level ii certified instructors in massachusetts, leia is known for her ability to develop confident, well-rounded players of all ages and skill levels.
with over four years of coaching EXPERIENCE, she has worked with players ranging from younger beginners to active adults in their 80’s. focusing on building strong fundamentals, strategic shot selection, and helping players translate their skills into real match play.
her coaching emphasizes injury prevention, smart movement, and learning the game the correct way-prioritizing control, patience, and consistency over power.
feet first. patience. finesse.
rob coco
teaching professional
IPTPA Level i Insructor with a lifelong athletic background, Rob brings a fun, approachable energy to every session.
Rob specializes in helping players build confidence through solid fundamentals, smart decision making, and simplified strategy. Meeting each person where they’re at while guiding them toward consistent, competitive play.
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to refine your game, Rob creates an environment that’s engaging, supportive, and centered around steady improvement.
Michelle Johnson
Teaching PROFESSIONAL
Michelle Johnson is an experienced classroom educator who combines a strong foundation in teaching with a passion for pickleball. She has provided instruction to players of varying ages and skill levels, helping them develop sound fundamentals, improve their technique, gain confidence on the court and most of all, have fun while playing!
Drawing on her extensive experience as an educator, Michelle is known for her ability to break down complex skills into clear, manageable steps while creating a positive and supportive learning environment. Her instructional approach emphasizes effective communication, skill development, strategic thinking, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
As an active and competitive player, Michelle enjoys the challenge of tournament and brings valuable game experience to her instruction. She incorporates practical match strategies, court positioning, shot selection, and mental aspects of the game into her lessons, helping players translate practice into on-court success.
Michelle is committed to fostering both skill development and a lifelong enjoyment of Pickleball. Whether introducing newcomers to the game or helping experienced players elevate their performance, she strives to create an engaging and rewarding learning experience for every student. As she likes to say, if you aren’t having fun while playing pickle, you aren’t doing it right!
Hunter Shepardson
Intern
Hunter Shepardson is a pickleball instructor intern who brings enthusiasm and a strong focus on fundamentals to every session.
He is passionate about helping players build confidence, improve consistency, and enjoy the game.
Hunter values positive energy, clear instruction, and creating a welcoming environment for players of all levels.