pickleball

train with me in ramsey, nj @

PICKLEBALL homework 

If you have taken a lesson or clinic with me, you will know that you have homework to do! beginners should use THese links to learn the rules, THE SCORING, the fundamentals, and the NOT-SO-basic strategy to win. Doing so will allow you to get the most out of your instruction while not being overwhelmed by rules, terminology, and technicalities.

for advanced beginners and intermediates, i recommend improving your mental game and physical training, THE 5 fundamental TECHNICAL aspects, AND the 5 fundamental TACTICAL aspects (all listed below on this page).

sxotty pickles

I’m a Pickleball Instructor and Personal Trainer based out of Bergen Pickleball Zone, located just off Rt 17 in Ramsey, NJ. 
We are a 30,000sq ft state-of-the-art facility with 6 climate controlled indoor pickleball courts, a large personal training area, and a full service juice and smoothie bar. We have TV's and couches and fusball for your breaks. Good times and good music always. The facility is truly one-of-a-kind. 
I can arrange events like private birthday parties or corporate events, as well as leagues, lessons, or weekly groups. 
It is both my personal and professional mission in life to spread health, fitness, and overall wellness to every single individual that I can, and I have yet to find a single activity on earth that does so more effectively than the sport of pickleball.

join our community!

ramsey, nj

Hesacore Pickleball grips

code for 10% off : JSCOTT10

4rth Pickleball Edge Tape

code for 10% off : James75784

SIX ZERO website CODE FOR 10% OFF: SXOTTY10

to find the right SIX ZERO paddle for you, please click the link to view a comparison chart.

BELOW IS A LIST OF THE demo’s I CURRENTLY HAVE available. if you would like to try one out in a lesson, clinic, OR open play, just let me know!

SAPPHIRE 13MM

DOUBLE BLACK DIAMOND 14MM

DOUBLE BLACK DIAMOND 16MM

BLACK DIAMOND INFINITY EDGE 16MM

RUBY 16MM

  • 60min / 90min

    CURRENT SCHEDULE SUMMER 2024:

    these are taught at Bergen Pickleball Zone in Ramsey, nj.

    Must be booked using the court reserve app (click here) or by calling into the gym and requesting at (201) 825-2036.

    Please note pricing is for bergen pickleball zone members-- (Guest pricing- add $10 to each option)

    $100 / $140 Private

    $55 / $80 Semi-Private (2 max)

    $40 / $60 Small Group (4 max)

  • Learn the game in a series of group clinics. (Paddle provided. Bring water and proper shoes)

    pickleball 101 - This 60min crash course is the perfect way for first time players to learn the basics.

    pickleball 102- continuation of the 101 clinic.

    drills and guided play- continuation focused on drilling and going thru a real, live game situation including scoring and positioning.

    CURRENT SCHEDULE SUMMER 2024:

    Monday and Saturday or by calling in the gym and requesting.

    these clinics are all taught at Bergen Pickleball Zone in Ramsey, nj.

    these clinics must be booked using the court reserve app (click here) or by calling into the gym at (201) 825-2036.

  • you and 2 other players of similar skill level take to the court for a full session of on-court game action.

    I play as the 4th player in a doubles game of 2v2. I will help explain/guide players to proper positioning, shot selection, footwork, rules, etc.

    suitable for Adv Beginner groups and Low/Med/High Intermediates (2.5-3.5 rating)

    CURRENT SCHEDULE SUMMER 2024:

    these are taught at Bergen Pickleball Zone in Ramsey, nj.

    these clinics must be booked using the court reserve app (click here) or by calling into the gym at (201) 825-2036.

  • drills and game situations, the pace is pushed up a notch.

    You will learn to strategize will be taught the different shot types available for any situation.

    CURRENT SCHEDULE SUMMER 2024:

    these are taught at Bergen Pickleball Zone in Ramsey, nj.

    these clinics must be booked using the court reserve app (click here) or by calling into the gym at (201) 825-2036.

  • this is a 5 week program that meets once weekly in small groups/privates/semi-privates.

    with a focus on Mobility, We look to complete a variety of Movements and Skill Drills that will improve Agility, Coordination, Flexibility, Strength, and Conditioning.

    --Prices are for 5 consecutive weekly sessions and are Member Pricing, guests add $50 to each

    --5 x 30min sessions-- 5 x 60min

    private = $275 / $500

    Semi-private = $175 / $360

  • HALF- high intensity circuit training program focusing on agility, strength and conditioning, plyometrics, and core movements.

    HALF- med-high intensity on-court pickleball drills.

    less focus on instruction, this is all about getting in the reps and building that muscle memory while getting a full body pump.

    these clinics are all taught at Bergen Pickleball Zone in Ramsey, nj.

    these clinics must be booked using the court reserve app (click here) or by calling into the gym and requesting at (201) 825-2036.

    court rental included in cost

    --60min/90min this is for bergen pickleball zone member pricing-- (Guest pricing- add $10 to each option)

    $100 / $140 Private

    $55 / $80 Semi-Private (2 max)

    $35 / $50 Small Group (4 max)

PLEASE CALL INTO BERGEN PICKLEBALL ZONE WITH ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT CLINICS OR BOOKING PRIVATES OR PLAY-WITH-A-COACH.

Phone: ( 201) 825 - 2036

CLICK HERE FOR BERGEN PICKLEBALL ZONE WEBSITE

at all levels from a beginner thru pro, Pickleball requires certain mental and physical demands, as well as fundmental technical and tactical components.

  • mental: see link at the top of this page

  • physical: mobility, stamina, strength, quickness, coordination, timing, and balance.

  • 5 TECHNICAL: stance, grip, contact point, weight transfer, use of non-dominant hand

  • 5 tactical: consistency, accuracy, positioning, play to your opponents weakness, play to your/your partners strengths

Pickleball strength + Mobility program

This sport is a series of explosive movements and split-second changes of direction.

it demands precision accuracy and increasingly faster reaction speeds.

Frankly, I am tired of seeing people get injured, not being able to play, and what that entails in their life. Likewise, it pains me to watch players get to certain level and plateau, they just get stuck and cannot seem to improve.

As a Personal Trainer, Pickleball Iinstructor, and the Head of the Pickleball Fitness Program at Bergen Pickleball Zone, I’ve worked alongside a Licensed Physical Therapist and several Sports Performance Experts to design a comprehensive Program that will increase players Mobility, Agility, Coordination, Speed, Functional Strength, Muscle Memory, and Skill Development.

as you get better and you grow with the game, you will only be held back by your own speed, strength, and mobility. without training, you will be more prone to injuries. these are the facts.

the ultimate s.c.b

maximize strength, mobility, and speed.

s.c.b = social calorie burner

Burn between 300-900 calories in 60 minutes 

Once you start playing games on your own, most sessions are 2 hours long.  Do the math!
You will get fitter and lose weight, in many cases dramatically. 
And (just by it’s nature as primarily a doubles sport), pickleball is social. you will meet lots of people and develop real life relationships with them. Pickleball provides an unprecedented ability to make connections and network.