Book Lessons with Coach Brent

Hi, I’m Brent Weigelt, a PPR Certified Pickleball Coach and General Manager of The Pickleball House. I have a lifelong background in racquet sports, and I’m passionate about helping players improve their skills while growing the game in our community.

Whether I’m coaching a beginner learning the fundamentals or working with competitive players looking to reach the next level, I believe every session should be focused, encouraging, and fun. My coaching emphasizes sound technique, smart strategy, and building confidence that carries into match play.

Outside of coaching, I enjoy developing new programs, creating memorable experiences for players, and finding ways to make pickleball more accessible to people of all ages and skill levels. Seeing players achieve their goals and enjoy the game is what motivates me every day.

I look forward to seeing you on the court.

Whether you’re just getting started or working toward the next skill level, I’m here to help you build confidence, sharpen your technique, and develop a smarter approach to the game. My coaching focuses on proper fundamentals, strategy, footwork, shot selection, and match play so you can improve with purpose and see real results. Together, we’ll identify your strengths, address the areas holding you back, and create a plan that helps you reach your goals faster.

Every lesson is tailored to your goals and current skill level, but a typical training session follows a structured approach designed to maximize improvement.

We begin with a brief conversation about your goals, recent challenges, and what you want to accomplish that day. From there, we’ll warm up with purposeful drills that reinforce proper movement and technique.

The core of the session focuses on one or two key skills, such as serves, returns, dinks, volleys, resets, drops, footwork, or transition play. You’ll receive clear instruction, immediate feedback, and repetition to build consistency and confidence.

Before we finish, we’ll review your progress, discuss key takeaways, and identify what to practice on your own so you continue improving between sessions.

My goal is for every lesson to be focused, challenging, and practical, giving you skills you can immediately take into your next match.

As a PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, I have dedicated my career to helping players develop the skills, strategy, and confidence needed to reach their full potential. With a lifelong background in racquet sports and extensive experience coaching players of all ages and skill levels, I take a structured, player-first approach that emphasizes strong fundamentals, smart decision-making, and consistent improvement.

Career accomplishments include:

• PPR Certified Pickleball Coach and PPR Youth Certified Coach

• General Manager of one of Maryland’s premier indoor pickleball facilities

• Designed and launched instructional programs for beginners, intermediate, and competitive players

• Developed youth camps, adult clinics, leagues, coached open play, and player development programs

• Coached hundreds of players through private lessons, group instruction, and on-court training

• Helped organize and host major pickleball events, tournaments, and community programs, including the Special Olympics Maryland State Pickleball Championships

My goal is simple. Help every player improve, enjoy the game more, and leave the court with greater confidence than when they arrived.

I’ve been fortunate to learn from some great coaches throughout my racquet sports journey, but the coach who has had the biggest impact on me is Alex Nguyen, PPR Coach Developer and founder of PK Star Academy. Alex has challenged me to think about pickleball on a deeper level by focusing on purposeful practice, smart decision-making, and mastering the fundamentals. His ability to simplify complex concepts and develop players at every level has influenced not only how I play, but also how I coach. The lessons I’ve learned from Alex continue to shape every session I teach, and I’m committed to passing that knowledge on to every player I work with.

If you train with me, you can expect a coach who is fully invested in your success. I believe every player can improve with the right instruction, purposeful practice, and a positive mindset. My coaching style is encouraging, patient, and focused on helping you understand not just how to hit the ball, but why each shot matters.

I create a supportive environment where questions are encouraged, mistakes are part of the learning process, and progress is measured one step at a time. Every lesson is tailored to your goals, whether you’re learning the fundamentals, preparing for tournament play, or looking to gain confidence on the court.

For parents, you can expect clear communication, a safe and positive learning environment, and coaching that builds both skills and character. My goal is for every athlete to leave each session more confident, more knowledgeable, and excited to continue improving.