LESLIE MALTZ
Owner and Coach Leslie Maltz is an IPTPA L1 and a PPR Certified Coach. She started Warner Center Pickleball in October 2022. She loves teaching beginners and seeing them get excited to play. Her passion is bringing community together and having a club that feels like home to its' players. Fun Fact: Leslie and JR went to the same high school in Medina, Ohio, but 30 years apart!
JR JONES
JR is a Certified PRO Pickleball Coach and is Warner Center Pickleball's Resident PRO.
In his own words: "This game brings me so much joy. It is the combination of power, athleticism, and finesse. I also love how this game has helped me meet so many wonderful people. I love teaching mechanics and strategy. When it comes to the mechanics of the game, I really try to take it one skill at a time. I pride myself on giving my clients honest feedback and encouraging them with positive reinforcement to help them succeed and get better." Little known fact: I speak Spanish fluently.
JEFF SHULEM
Coach Jeff is an IPTPA L1 Certified Pickleball Coach.
In his own words: "Having been a racquetball pro for 6 years I have always enjoyed giving back to the sports I have excelled in. Now, I get to share my knowledge of pickleball! My favorite class to teach is Guided Play. I also enjoy doing 1-on-1 coaching with video feedback." Fun Fact - Jeff was a top ten seeded California state racquetball player in singles and was ranked 2nd in the state for Open Mixed Doubles.
TIM GOVENAR
Coach Tim is a PPR certified Pickleball coach.
Tim has been playing competitive pickleball for the past 4 years and played competitive racquetball for the past 30 years, making his transition to pickleball a natural one.
In his own words: "I love the way pickleball combines the skills of consistency, fast hands and anticipation on the court. I play singles but enjoy both men’s doubles and mixed doubles with my wife, Stacy. I really enjoy teaching the rules and working with players of all levels on strategies to play smart".
Fun Fact: My nickname is “The Governor of Pickleball”
DEEJAY TESORO
Coach Deejay is a PPR Certified Associate Coach.
Deejay is known for his fun and encouraging teaching style, and brings a fresh perspective to the game, helping beginners and intermediate players alike. His commitment to fostering a supportive and fun learning environment has quickly made him a great addition to the Warner Center Pickleball coaching staff and community.
Favorite Class to teach: The Guided Play classes are my favorite to teach because it allows me to provide real-time feedback and help players develop techniques in a semi-open class setting.
Fun Fact: Guided Play is where I started as a player here at WCPB, and seeing students improve their skills and gain confidence on the court, much like I did, is incredibly rewarding.
JULIE DENNIS
Coach Julie is a PPR Certified Associate Coach.
She moved here from the UK 27 years ago, for what was supposed to be a temporary job position. She has been active her entire life from aerobics and running, to tennis and martial arts. After a back injury she decided to hang up her tennis racquet and pick up a paddle. She quickly became addicted to this physically and mentally stimulating game and has been playing at Warner Center since before it was Warner Center Pickleball.
In her own words: "I love to teach beginners and in particular work on serves, to give them the
confidence to step up to the base line and start the game!"
Fun fact - "I paint pet portraits"
GLENN PANITZ
Coach Glenn is a L2 IPTPA Certified Pickleball Coach.
Coming from a tennis background has created a smooth transition for his devotion and passion to Pickleball. His passion for helping players uplevel from Novice to Intermediate by drilling on the Ernie Ball Machine is what makes his sessions unique at WCPB.
Fun Fact: Glenn owns a private baking company and makes gluten free, vegan brownies and other treats. If you come to one of our events, you'll surely get a chance to try these deliciously scrumptious desserts!
SHERRI WARREN
Coach Sherri is an IPTPA L1 Certified Coach.
Sherri's passion is teaching beginners and novice players and introducing them to the fun that we all find so addicting. Sherri's "no nonsense" approach and simple breakdown of technique gives newbies a framework within which to grasp the basics of Pickleball without getting bogged down with technique and details that might otherwise confuse a newer player. Favorite class to teach: Introduction to Pickleball. Fun Fact: Sherri is a professionally trained chef from the CIA in New York and has owned her own kitchen and managed many others, including Sweet Lady Jane.
FRITZ LABRENZ
Coach Fritz is a PPR Certified Associate Coach.
He loves teaching beginner pickleball and introducing this fun sport to anyone who wants to learn. Fritz comes from a background in many martial arts and holds a black belt in a number of them. Teaching is a passion of his and he is excited to share this passion with our students.
Favorite Class to Teach: Beginner 2.0
Fun fact: Fritz was a semi-pro drag racer and builds race cars for a living
SACHA MULLER
Coach Sacha is a PPR Certified Coach.
Being an avid tournament player, Sacha has learned what works in recreation play and what works in tournament play. He brings to his students strategies that help in both arenas.
Sacha has lived on 5 continents, is a professional audio engineer, and has been playing pickleball since 2022.
Favorite class to teach: Skills & Drills
Fun fact: I’m a triple citizen: USA, Switzerland, and Guatemala
ANGIE
Coach Angie is a PPR Certified Associate Coach.
"I play pickleball recreationally and love encouraging and coaching beginners to enhance their Pickleball level. My goal is to inspire others to make friends, have fun and find fitness while learning. I specialize in breaking down the mechanics of shots, evaluating and finding opportunities for improvements. When I'm not on the courts you'll find me scuba diving, snowboarding, cycling or doing yoga."
Fun Fact: I just wrapped up my 15th year on Curb Your Enthusiasm.
