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pickleball Instructors
Below are our great Pickleball Instructors! For private 1 on 1 lessons, reach out to contact@picklexmn.com
John Janssen (JJ)
Get to Know JJ
Our professional Pickleball coach is a rising star on the tournament circuit, with accomplishments including an undefeated streak in Pro Mixed Doubles at the Ottawa Open and a bronze medal at the Indoor National Championships.
With over a decade of coaching experience and four Pro Pickleball certifications, he transitioned from high-level tennis to Pickleball in 2021, quickly advancing to the professional level. He also coaches two senior pro players ranked 4th and 5th globally, who recently won gold in Senior Pro Doubles at the PPA Milwaukee tournament.
Passionate about helping players succeed, he focuses on building strong fundamentals and advanced strategies in a fun, engaging environment. Whether you're new to Pickleball or aiming to elevate your game, his personalized approach ensures measurable results.
Get to Know fiona
Fiona Gellatly is a passionate and experienced pickleball player and coach dedicated to helping beginning players learn how to play pickleball by learning the basics as a foundation for skills, strategy and love for the game. With 3 years of experience in both playing and coaching, She has developed a coaching style that focuses on introducing players to pickleball and helping them build a strong foundation for fundamentals, enhancing court awareness, and fostering a positive, motivating environment for players to thrive.
Fiona is known for creating an engaging and fun atmosphere, where players feel encouraged to challenge themselves while building their confidence on and off the court. As a coach, She emphasizes the importance of communication, teamwork, and sportsmanship in every aspect of the game.
If you’re ready to learn how to play pickleball, Fiona Gellatly is here to guide you every step of the way.
Fiona Gellatly
YOGA/ZUMBA Instructors
We offer zumba and yoga classes as well! Here are our instructors
NIKKI MASSA
Get to Know Nikki
Hi Everyone! My name is Nikki.
I'm a Minnesota native, mom, cancer survivor and passionate yogi.
With over 20 years of practice, I know firsthand how transformative yoga can be—for your body, mind, and overall well-being.
I’m dedicated to making yoga accessible and welcoming for everyone. Come as you are and leave feeling relaxed, balanced, and energized.
Get to Know priya
Hi Everyone! I am Priya Gupta and I teach Yoga with focus on mindfulness, flexibility, and deep breathing. The goal of these classes is to be more flexible overtime with increased strength and energy.
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I was born and raised in a family with deep roots in Yoga, meditation and spirituality. I have been practicing Yoga my entire life and I am passionate about helping people with Yoga and breathing techniques.
priya gupta
Get to Know Takara
Hi Everyone! My name is Takara.
I have been a certified Zumba Instructor for 10 years. I have taught at large corporate gyms, small mom and pop studios, school events for students and staff and have hosted large Zumba events with other instructors.
I enjoy Latin and Afro beats but incorporate all sorts of styles of dance in my classes. I look forward to dancing with you all at PickleX.
takara bradley
sushmi aggarwal
Get to Know sushmi
Hello everyone, my name is Sushumna, name with origin in Yoga Sciences . I go by Sushmi. I am a member of the Pickle -X leadership team.
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My yoga story is that I was born in India into a family practicing Yoga for decades. Growing up in an environment that allowed practice of Yoga lifestyle had transformative influence. I had always wanted to learn Yoga systematically to be able to professionally share the benefits with the community.
My Yoga RYT -200 certification is from University of Minnesota’s Bakken Center for Spirituality and Healing program. With a decade of Yoga teaching experience, the part I enjoy most is it allows me to give back to the community in a meaningful way. I enjoy teaching Hatha Yoga as taught in the Himalayan Tradition. My classes focus on Beginner’s Yoga, Pranayama (Breathing exercises), Meditation, youth Yoga.
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Looking forward to seeing you in class!