Certified Pickleball Instructors
Join us for coaching, drills, open and match play with professional instructors.
Glenn Jordan - Glenn is an International Foundation of Players Academy certified instructor based in Cape Elizabeth, Maine. He's also a Level 2 USA Pickleball referee and has been playing competitively since 2013. He first achieved a 5.0 player rating in the fall of 2019 and won a national championship in 2022 in men's doubles. He has been an instructor at Engage Pickleball Camps, played for the Austin Ignite and Indianapolis Drivers of the National Pickleball League, and helped Indy win the inaugural NPL championship in 2023.
Clare Grabher - Clare Grabher is a former professional tennis player having won the British Junior Championships and played at Wimbledon in the late 1970s. She is a 6-time National pickleball gold-medal winner, World Senior Games gold-medalist and 3-time US Open gold medalist. She looks forward to sharing her pickleball passion with you! IPTPA level II certified coach.
Chase Blocker - Chase’s pickleball journey began in Maine in 2020. After committing to seeing how good he could get at the sport, he ended up moving back south to teach pickleball full-time as well as compete in professional tournaments. Chase is currently a PPA top 200 ranked player and is the Head Pro at Crush Yard in Charleston, SC. Maine Pickleball Paradise is Chase’s opportunity to come back to Maine and teach at where it all began for him, as well as see old friends!
Yvonne Ting - Yvonne is a certified IPTPA instructor, and a USA pickleball certified referee who’s all about bringing her love for the game to life! Yvonne has been competing in pickleball tournaments since 2017, and has won multiple national title in the 5.0 level and Senior Pro division. Her journey started with badminton, where she honed her lightning-fast reflexes and killer overheads, playing for Malaysia’s national team.. Yvonne is passionate about creating a positive, fun, and inclusive environment for her students.
Ryan Pugh - Ryan grew up in Maine and lived there most of his life before relocating to the West Coast in the fall of 2022. He discovered pickleball nearly 10 years ago and quickly developed a deep passion for the sport. Now playing at a 5.0+ level, he has competed—and won—in numerous tournaments and events across the country. His experience, skill, and enthusiasm make him a fun and approachable instructor. He currently lives in Oregon with his wife Mary and their three dogs. When he's not on the court, you’ll likely find him exploring the outdoors, hiking, or enjoying a glamping trip in their van. His love for pickleball and the active lifestyle shines through, and he’s excited to bring his energy to the court this August.
