New to the game or looking to improve? Our lessons and clinics offer expert coaching in a supportive environment to help you master the sport, regardless of your skill level. 

Lessons @ THE JAR

MEET OUR COACHES

  • Jay played competitive junior tennis in Ontario and Canadian Intercollegiate Varsity tennis at Western University.  He is a Tennis Canada Certified Coach 1, with decades of teaching experience. 

    Jay started playing pickleball 7 years ago and his love and passion for the sport has grown!  He is a Pickleball Canada Certified Instructor 1.  Jay offers private lessons and group clinics to students of all ages and skill levels. 

    Jay brings a tremendous amount of enthusiasm to his coaching! His goal is to introduce the game of pickleball to new students, raise the skill level of active players, and create a fun and social environment. 

    Private (1 player): $92/hour

    Semi-Private (2 players): $56/hour per person

    Group Clinic (4 or more): $30/hour per person

  • Joey Manchurek, a former pro hockey player from Tecumseh, Ontario, played in the OHL for the Oshawa Generals as team captain and later in the ECHL. Growing up playing tennis and table tennis, Joey discovered pickleball a year ago and quickly transitioned to competitive play. His passion for the sport grows as he actively participates in tournaments, constantly improving his skills. With his athletic background, Joey brings a strong coaching approach focused on leadership, skill development, and helping others progress in the game. He takes pride in seeing players grow and achieve their potential.

    Private (1 player): $100/hour

    Semi-Private (2 players): $60/hour per person

    Group Clinic (4 or more): $35/hour per person

  • Hailing from Tecumseh, Ontario, Mark started playing Pickleball in 2015 after years of excelling in hockey, golf, and table tennis.

    His achievements speak for themselves: multiple gold medals in Ontario’s top divisions, Canadian and Eastern National Champion titles, and a standout performance in the 2023 Canadian National Pickleball League.

    Mark proudly represented the Southwestern Ontario Brewers for 2023 & 2024 will continue to do so for the upcoming 2025 season.

    Achievements: 2023 Canadian National Champion, 2018 Eastern National Champion, 2018 & 2019 Provincial Champion, 23 gold medals in top divisions in Ontario, Top men’s doubles record in the Canadian National Pickleball League in 2023, League leader in overall stats in the Canadian National Pickleball League in 2023.

    Private (1 player): $115/hour

    Semi-Private (2 players): $62/hour per person

    Group Clinic (4 or more): $36/hour per person

  • Amy has been playing tennis since the age of seven, but after discovering pickleball, she became fully captivated by the sport. Now a certified Pickleball Canada Instructor 1 and a Pro Senior Player in the USLPL, she brings both passion and high-level competitive experience to every lesson.

    Amy thrives on the sport’s intensity and strategy, competing in major tournaments across Canada and the United States.

    Achievements:

    US Open 2024–2026: Bronze, Silver & Gold Medalist

    Canadian Nationals 2024–2026: Bronze, Silver & Gold Medalist

    USLPL: Pro Senior Player

    Private (1 player): $110/hour

    Semi-Private (2 players) : $60/hour per person

    Group Clinic (4 or more): $30/hour per person

  • Having played competitive tennis at national and international levels, Adnan discovered pickleball a year ago  and has since become a certified Pickleball Canada Instructor 1. His love for the sport is evident in his enthusiastic approach to coaching.

    He is also certified in Principles of Healthy Child Development and offers private lessons and group clinics for students of all ages and skill levels, aiming to introduce new players to the game, elevate the skills of seasoned athletes, and create an enjoyable, social environment for everyone involved.

    Adnan boasts a combined decade of teaching experience in tennis and pickleball. His journey in tennis has been defined by his exceptional skills, dedication, and passion for mentoring aspiring athletes.

    Private (1 player): $100/hour

    Semi-Private (2 players): $55/hour per person

    Group Clinic (4 or more): $30/hour per person

  • Mark is a top-ranked Canadian professional pickleball player and coach who discovered his love for the sport in 2019. In 2022, he co-founded the Ontario Pickleball Academy, and since then he has shared his passion and expertise by leading clinics and programming across the Greater Toronto Area, working with thousands of pickleball enthusiasts at every level — from beginners to high-performance athletes.

    Mark is also an active tournament competitor. He recently won gold in Open Men's Doubles at the 2026 Pickleball Canada National Championships, and he played a key role in the inaugural season of the Canadian National Pickleball League (CNPL), helping Toronto United PC capture the league's first-ever title while posting the league's best mixed-doubles record.

    Career Highlights:  Co-founded the Ontario Pickleball Academy in 2022, Gold - Open Men's Doubles — 2026 Pickleball Canada National Championships, Inaugural champion, Canadian National Pickleball League (CNPL) — Toronto United PC, Holds the CNPL's best mixed-doubles record (inaugural season), Active in the sport since 2019, leading clinics and programming across the GTA for players of all levels

    Private (1 player): $110/hour

    Semi-Private (2 players): $60/hour per person

    Group Clinic (4 or more): $40/hour per person

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