Briones Pickleball Academy

Raymond Henson Retired 3 months ago

I have taken two 6 week sessions from Sammy Lee and one 5 day intensive session with Sammy and Jordan. All three experiences have been fantastic. Sammy and Jordan are both great coaches and have the ability to asses what a player does well and enhance those skills. They will make you better, but I also really appreciate their ability to bring fun and enjoyment to their sessions. My buddies and I are already planning our next session!

Jeff Guido 4 months ago

I have been taking private and group lessons with Sammy for several weeks. I am constantly coming home and telling my wife how beneficial the lessons are. Each time I go, I learn something new. In addition to learning new techniques, you get plenty of time to practice to ensure you understand the concept. Sammy makes the lessons fun as well as easy to understand. If you want to improve your game, I highly recommend both the private and group lessons.

Kristina Farrar Edited 4 months ago

Hello to all people who want to improve your game ! You have come to the only place that can do that. I have tried other camps in this area and they dont come close to what this two day intensive offers. This is indoors with the a/c set just right. A great one on one instructor the whole time. Hes the best and did not disappoint. Kept me interested and wanting to learn more. Hes kind , attentive and funny !! The slow motion video analysis are incredible and shows me just what i need to work on. It will take alot of practice on my part so just know its no miracle fix :-) Thanks everyone that made this experience possible and enjoyable. Definitely worth the trip and expenses. Kris F Chico Ca .

thanh tran 8 months ago

I can’t recommend Sammy Lee enough as a pickleball coach. He is incredibly knowledgeable about the game and brings a deep understanding of strategy, mechanics, and overall player development to every session. What really sets Sammy apart is his ability to break down your form and playing style with precision. He carefully analyzes your mechanics, footwork, positioning, and shot selection, then gives clear, actionable feedback that immediately improves your performance. Sammy doesn’t just tell you what to fix — he explains why it matters and how to make the adjustment effectively. His attention to detail and technical expertise make a huge difference, whether you’re refining fundamentals or elevating advanced skills. After working with him, my overall confidence, consistency, and game strategy improved significantly. If you’re serious about improving your pickleball game, Sammy Lee is the coach you want in your corner.

Jamarys Hwang 11 months ago

I was hesitant to take lessons because i was intimidated. I have never played other sports and so I thought I’d never be good enough to play decent pickleball. I took the assessment class with Briones and it was amazing, right away I knew I had to take more clinics/classes. Sammy and Jordan both gave us pointers while assessing and correcting. I left feeling like I could definitely improve. After the assessment lesson Jordan sent me a detailed email with a video of our assessment play. He went step by step pointing out the things I needed to work on. That alone impressed me. i immediately signed up for the 12 week program. i have now taken 6 weeks of classes and my game has improved tremendously. People approach me and comment on how much I’ve improved and I can see it myself. Sammy is my coach at Briones and although he is young he is an incredible teacher. His manners and easy going personality just makes everything easy to learn. He also has a way of explaining things that just works… I get it! LOL I will definitely be continuing with lessons after my 12 weeks are up. Also want to mention that the Briones family is just so nice. Thanks Briones’ for making me feel like I can mayb