McCollum ParkPickleball Venue in Downers Grove, IL

5.0(195 coach reviews)

1 coachFrom $80 per lesson

McCollum Park - Pickleball venue

🏓Downers Grove, IL

Outdoor pickleball court in Downers Grove

Courts

8

Setting

Outdoor

open-air

Parking

On-site

Ample parking available with 2 parking lots at the 50-acre facility

1 pickleball coach at McCollum Park

Every coach below teaches at McCollum Park. Pick the one that fits your level - they handle the rest.

About Paul

Greetings! I'm a physician passionate about racquet sports, particularly pickleball. As a PPR Certified Coach teaching at multiple park districts and private pickleball clubs, I bring an observant eye, great technical skill, a patient manner and years of experience to help my students improve their pickleball skills. My lessons prioritize solid fundamentals, consistent and safe play, and, above all, having a blast on the court. No wonder I have more than 100 5* reviews! Whether you're 8 or 80, let's embark on this exciting pickleball journey together!

What students say...

"Really well designed drills.

Top Rated

99Score

Paul

From$80per lesson

296 Lessons given

Next: Tomorrow, 6:00 AM

PPR CertifiedTournament Winner

About McCollum Park

50-acre flagship park with 8 dedicated outdoor pickleball courts, hard surface, lighted, free play, located in Downers Grove

When to come

This is one of the busiest venues in the area. Weekday mornings and mid-afternoons are typically your best bet for an open court or a focused lesson.

Amenities

Parking: Ample parking available with 2 parking lots at the 50-acre facility
Outdoor facility
Entrance: The entrance to McCollum Park is located on the corner of 67th Street and Main Street in Downers Grove Township.

Where you'll play

6801 Main St, Downers Grove, IL 60516, USA

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Lessons at McCollum Park, explained

Lessons at McCollum Park start at $80 per lesson. The exact price depends on the coach, the session length, and whether you book solo or split a group lesson with friends.

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Prospect Park

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Reviews for coaches at McCollum Park

5.0(195 coach reviews)

Tyng W.Verified ✓

Lessons taken: 10•Verified ✓

The first lesson with Paul was everything I expected and more. His guidance, corrections, and explanations were easy to understand. He took the time to answer all of my questions through our first lesson. I can tell he would be a great coach to continue building my skills with and provide the right guidance towards my playing goals. I’m looking forward to continuing my lessons with him and to put into practice the great foundation he has already taught me. I would highly recommend Paul as your pickleball coach!

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Robert T.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓

Having taken a lesson with Paul, I’d say the experience was quite good. Though not overly enthusiastic, I think the focus on fundamentals really helped clarify my technique. I feel reasonably confident I’ll improve with time. Still, some more tailored drills would be welcome in future lessons. Anyway, if you’re looking to refine your skills without any fluff, Paul’s worth considering.

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Aim M.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 5•Verified ✓

Coach Paul is a good fit for me. Im looking for somebody who will help me perfect the basics. This is my first lesson with him and I liked that he pointed out few fundamentals I need to know initially. I know I need to know more and attending more lessons is the next step. I told him my goals and he told me the outline of what we should do. I’m looking forward to my next lessons!

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Tamara D.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 36•Verified ✓

My lesson with Paul was great! He explained everything in detail.. my most favorite was explaining of body mechanics (hand movements , foot positioning , best positioning for paddles) Which help me out a lot. Still a beginner at pickle ball, took lessons in past, unfortunately wasn’t taught this. FYI this was my first lesson with Paul and happy to learn so much.

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Jim W.Verified ✓

Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓

What stood out most during the lesson was Paul’s patience and clear focus on teaching the mechanics. The approach made it easy to grasp the fundamentals and feel more confident on the court. If you want a solid introduction to pickleball skills, Paul's lessons are definitely worth trying out. You’ll come away with useful tips and a better understanding of the game.

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Beth F.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓

What energized me was Paul’s clear and brief introduction that led us through all the basic skills. We practiced each area and covered the main points of the game, which made the lesson well-rounded and engaging. If you want to build a solid pickleball foundation, Paul's lessons are definitely worth trying out. Give it a shot and see for yourself! 🙂

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