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Pricing & Pros
Coaches adept at advancing techniques and improving game strategies for intermediate-level progress.
Experienced coaches focused on mastering advanced skills and developing strategies for high-level performance.
Expert coaches dedicated to refining techniques and maximizing potential for players at the top of their game.
Pricing & Pros
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Private - $50 total
Semi-private - $30 each / $60 total
3 students - $25 each / $75 total
4 students - $25 each / $100 total
Guest member
Private - $45 total
Semi-private - $25 each / $50 total
3 students - $20 each / $60 total
4 students - $20 each / $80 total
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Bronze tier lesson pricing
60 Minute Lessons
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Private - $65 total
Semi-private - $40 each / $80 total
3 students - $35 each / $105 total
4 students - $30 each / $120 total
Guest member
Private - $60 total
Semi-private - $35 each / $70 total
3 students - $30 each / $90 total
4 students - $25 each / $100 total
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SILVER tier lesson pricing
60 Minute Lessons
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Private - $75 total
Semi-private - $45 each / $90 total
3 students - $40 each / $120 total
4 students - $35 each / $140 total
Guest member
Private - $70 total
Semi-private - $40 each / $80 total
3 students - $35 each / $105 total
4 students - $30 each / $120 total
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GOLD tier lesson pricing
60 Minute Lessons
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Private - $85 total
Semi-private - $50 each / $100 total
3 students - $45 each / $135 total
4 students - $40 each / $160 total
Guest member
Private - $80 total
Semi-private - $45 each / $90 total
3 students - $40 each / $120 total
4 students - $35 each / $140 total
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Platinum tier lesson pricing
60 Minute Lessons
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Our teaching pros have extensive experience teaching and coaching every skill level of player.
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Meet Our Coaches
James Gordy is a dedicated pickleball coach and the Manager at 3rd Shot Pickleball, bringing over four years of competitive tournament experience in both doubles and singles play. As a PPR Level 2 Certified Coach, James has successfully coached and assessed hundreds of players, helping them sharpen their skills and reach new milestones in their game. Passionate about working with players of all ages and skill levels, James thrives on the communal nature of pickleball. For him, it's not just about the game—it's about the connections, the shared moments with family and friends, and the joy that comes from playing together.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your game to the next level, James is excited to help you reach your pickleball goals.
James Gordy
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Warren Porter is a certified level one pickleball instructor through Professional Pickleball Association. Warren retired from Eli Lilly as a senior chemist. He has been playing pickleball since 2018. Warren coaches for 3rd Shot Pickleball - Indy and Team Witsken. He coaches all ages including kids from beginner thru competitive level players.
When Warren isn't playing pickleball he loves spending his time traveling, fishing and family time, including his 4-legged family members. Warren is kind, clear and concise with his instruction. Did we mention Warren is a lot of fun and sometimes just a big ole' kid? Feel free to contact Warren directly at warrenjporter1961@gmail.com or call 3SP at 317-377-4024.
WARREN Porter
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With a 25-year career in corporate healthcare and a lifelong passion for teaching and athletics, Melissa brings a unique blend of leadership, coaching, and personal resilience to the world of pickleball. Her journey began on the courts of her youth, where she excelled in tennis, volleyball, and basketball, eventually coaching competitive basketball teams to national and state championships. She’s coached athletes from age 7 to adults—always with a focus on growth, connection, and love of the game.
Melissa discovered pickleball after overcoming significant physical challenges, including bilateral knee replacements that left her nearly wheelchair-bound. Through determination, therapy, and mentorship under Rick Witsken, she found her way back to athleticism—and a new passion. “Pickleball saved my life,” she says. “It gave me the joy of movement, competition, and community again.”
Early on, Melissa took initiative to organize hundreds of players through leagues and club play, making the sport more accessible at a time when it was still gaining traction. She later became a Level One Certified Coach through the JOOLA RPO Program with Colin Johns and has since dedicated herself to coaching beginner and intermediate players while actively competing at the 4.5 level.
Melissa’s coaching style is rooted in encouragement, strategy, and connection. Whether you’re new to the sport, looking to improve your game, or searching for a community of passionate players, Melissa is ready to help you reach your goals. Her mission is simple: grow the sport, connect people, and build a community that thrives on inclusion, energy, and joy.
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Melissa Mullikin
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Jacob grew up all over the country following his Air Force family. He competed in multiple sports growing up including everything from soccer to competitive waterskiing. He moved to Indianapolis to pursue a career in motorsport with Indycar and spends most of his time taking care of race cars and hitting pickleballs. Jacob found his love for the game in 2022 and has been addicted ever since. Jacob has medaled in multiple 4.0+ tournaments and has been playing at a high level for well over 2 years now
Jacob
London
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I’ve been playing and teaching pickleball for 3 years. I play at the 4.5-5.0 level and have had tournament success at this level. My style is fun, strategic, and focused on helping players of all levels grow their game while enjoying it. Whether it’s drilling, laughing, or winning—I’m here for it all.
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Bill
Pfohl
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Byron grew up in Dayton, Ohio, where his love for racquet sports began early—starting tennis in kindergarten and adding ping pong to the mix by the end of high school. That foundation set the stage for what would become his true passion: pickleball.
In the fall of 2023, Byron was introduced to the sport by a coworker. What started as curiosity quickly turned into obsession—he was hooked from his very first game. Since then, Byron has dedicated himself to mastering the game, consistently adding new shots, refining his strategy, and studying the nuances that elevate good players to great ones.
Byron is a firm believer in playing the right way—with smart communication, strong fundamentals, and above all, joy. His approach to teaching centers on helping others improve their game while keeping it fun and inclusive for everyone on the court.
In 2024, Byron made his mark by taking first place in 4.0 men’s doubles, mixed doubles, and singles. Now competing at the 4.5 level in 2025, he brings both competitive experience and a player-first mindset to every lesson.
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Byron
Hill
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Hi, I’m Steve Hoy. At 55, I’ve found a new passion in the sport of pickleball and have been playing for the past two years. Recently I’ve been coaching beginner to intermediate players, helping them build skills and learning new strategies. With a background in sports instruction and professional driver development, I bring years of teaching experience and patience to every lesson. Now retired, I’m dedicated to helping others enjoy the game as much as I do—let me help you get the kink out of your dink!
