PICKLEBALL
SMART & SAFE

Coaching, guidance, and gear for pickleball players 50+.

New to the game? Learn the essential pickleball rules and etiquette for beginners over 50 to play smarter, safer, and with confidence.

Proudly serving North Texas.

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Coaching Options

Intro Lesson

A relaxed, no-pressure session to learn the fundamentals and see if pickleball is right for you.

$25 per person

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Private Lesson

One-on-one coaching focused on your skill level, goals, and any physical considerations.

$25 per person

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Group Lesson

Learn alongside fellow players in a supportive, social setting. Ideal for couples and small groups.

$25 per person

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In-Class

Learn about pickleball before hitting the courts. Great for Wellness Programs or HOA's.
$10 per person

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Pickleball Coaching Near McKinney, Plano, Allen & Frisco

As a PPR-certified pickleball coach based in McKinney, Texas, I offer lessons for players across North Texas—including Plano, Allen, Frisco, Prosper, and surrounding communities. My specialty is helping active adults 50+ protect their joints, improve technique, and play smarter—not harder—so they can stay healthy and competitive on the court.Whether you're just getting started or leveling up your game, my coaching focuses on joint-friendly movement, and strategy that helps you play longer and recover faster. New to pickleball? Read our beginner-friendly guide to pickleball rules and etiquette before you step on the court.

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What Players Say

I improved more in one lesson with Linda than in a month of clinics.

Sarah, McKinney, TX

Her joint-friendly coaching saved my knees. I wish I found her sooner.

Teresa, Allen, TX

Linda makes pickleball fun again — great for older adults!

Daryl, Plano, TX

Improve Your Game with Pickleball Lessons Designed for Safe, Confident Play

As a PPR-certified pickleball coach and U.S. Army veteran, I specialize in coaching adults. Whether you want beginner instruction or competitive 3.0–3.5 level drills, you’ll learn to play confidently protecting your knees, hips, or back.

Intro to Pickleball Classes

Perfect for beginners who want strong fundamentals and game progression.

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Introducting the SportsMaster™ Rolling Pickleball Bag

Stop carrying heavy backpacks to the court. Roll your pickleball gear — just like NFL players. Designed by a veteran player for adults 50+, this joint-friendly pickleball bag includes dedicated paddle storage, shoe compartment, and organized pockets for everyday play and tournaments.

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Essentials

Comfortable apparel, useful accessories,
and Linda’s patentedSportsMaster™ Bag —
made for players who want to play
longer, safer, and in style.

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Meet the Founders — Linda & Charles Conrad

We’re Linda and Charles, the husband-and-wife team behind The Pickleball Essentials. I’m a U.S. Army veteran and PPR-certified pickleball coach who discovered the sport when arthritis made high-impact exercise painful.
Pickleball helped me move again, heal again, and feel strong again — and now I teach other active adults how to protect their joints and play smarter.Charles is the artistic visionary of our brand, bringing personality and creativity to every design you see on our apparel.
Together, we combine coaching, wellness, and fun gear to support players 50+ in McKinney, Plano, Allen, Frisco, and beyond.

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Linda Conrad

Veteran-Owned • Black Woman-Owned • Ambidextrous Pickleball Coach • Serving North Texas •