Padel Park | Classes & Programs in Hamilton

New to pickleball? Come give it a go! Our Intro to Pickleball sessions are short, beginner-friendly lessons covering the basics — simple rules, serving, rallying, and scoring — all in a relaxed setting where everyone's learning together.

You'll pick up the fundamentals fast, build confidence on court, and leave ready to jump into our socials or book a court with mates. Paddles and balls are included — just turn up in sports gear and covered shoes.

Sessions are 30 minutes each, running twice back to back in the hour, with a maximum of 4 players on one court so you get plenty of hands-on time.

Schedule
Tuesday 4–5pm · Friday 6–7pm · Saturday 2–3pm · Runs weekly

Free · Max 4 players · Paddles and balls provided

If this session doesn't reach the minimum number of participants, it will be cancelled and your booking will be refunded in full to your account balance.

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To sign up follow the instructions below.

App: From the home screen, scroll to the bottom then across to "Pickleball Classes". Pick the class date that suits

Web: From the home screen, find the top menu bar "Make a Booking" then "Activities / Weekly Events", pick what day suits you (Tuesday, Friday or Saturday), then select the class that works.
Or hit the link here to go directly to the "Activities / Weekly Events" page.

Key Benefits

Learn the core skills and rules of pickleball in a friendly, easy-to-follow format
Gain confidence on court with hands-on coaching and clear guidance
Meet other new players and start building your playing network
No pressure — progress at your own pace in a welcoming environment
All gear provided for your first sessions

Who It’s For

Absolute beginners who’ve never played pickleball before
Casual players looking to refresh their skills and learn proper technique
Friends or families wanting a fun new activity to try together
Anyone curious about the sport and ready to see why it’s taking the world by storm

Meet Our Team of Coaches

Experienced coaches helping players of all levels improve their game, build confidence and enjoy padel & pickleball even more.

PRIVATE LESSON PRICING

Private padel lessons

1 person$80

2 people$50 each

3 people$40 each

4 people$40 each

Applies to all our padel coaches. Request a booking on any coach’s card below.

STANDARD PRICING

Private pickleball lessons with Ben

1 person$80

2 people$50 each

3 people$40 each

4 people$40 each

PREMIUM · LIMITED TIME

Private pickleball lessons with Andy

1 person$120

2 people$90 each

3 people$70 each

Max 3 people per session. Tuesdays only, until 25 August. Andy’s premium rate reflects his international competitive experience.

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Ben Van Tonder

Ben is Padel Park’s Head Coach. A former competitive tennis and squash player, he discovered padel four years ago and now competes at 5.0 on Playtomic / 5.3 on Matchpoint — with runner-up finishes at the Bay Padel Open (before winning it the following year) and the 2023 Africa Padel Open under his belt. Ben holds the Padel MBA Coaching Qualification (practical + theoretical) and a BA in Psychology from Cape Town, which he weaves into his coaching through communication, confidence and performance under pressure. Specialises in intermediate to advanced players with a tactical, match-realistic approach — every session leaves you with something you can immediately apply.

Available: anytime

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Russell Biggs

Russell coaches intermediate players, helping them refine their shot selection, positioning, and tactical awareness. Originally from Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, he brings a thoughtful approach to the game and enjoys helping players unlock key insights that elevate their match play.

Available: on request

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Greg Nicol

Greg works with intermediate and advanced players, focusing on tactical discipline, net control, and high-level match play. One of New Zealand’s top padel players, he has achieved strong results in recent Men’s A tournaments around the country and brings valuable competitive experience to his coaching.

Available: on request

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Peter Mohring

Peter works primarily with beginner and developing players, helping them build strong fundamentals and confidence on court. He holds a HelloPadel Bronze coaching certification and has delivered beginner foundation programs in the UK.

Available: every day except Thursdays

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Tavo Farias

Originally from Curicó, Chile, Tavo brings great energy and passion to the court. He focuses on helping beginner and low-intermediate players improve their technique, patience, and tactical understanding of the game.

Available: Thursdays & Saturdays

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Ben Van Tonder

Ben is Padel Park’s Head Coach, bringing a decorated racket-sports background — competitive tennis, squash and padel (5.0 Playtomic, multiple tournament titles in South Africa) — to his pickleball coaching. His Padel MBA Coaching Qualification and BA in Psychology from Cape Town shape a tactical, psychology-informed approach that transfers directly across sports: strong paddle fundamentals, match-realistic drills, and coaching cues that build confidence under pressure. Coaches all levels — from complete beginners picking up a paddle for the first time through to intermediate players sharpening their game.

Available: anytime

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Limited Time

Andy van der Vyver

Andy is one of New Zealand’s top pickleball players — reigning NZ Open Singles Gold Medallist and a member of the NZ Open Team at the 2026 Pickleball World Cup in Da Nang, Vietnam. Grew up in Hamilton, where his pickleball journey started, and has been coaching racket sports for over a decade. His signature cue is ‘do less, win more’ — softer hands on dinks and drops, shorter swings on counters, letting the skill of the game do the work. All levels welcome — expect an active session where Andy hits and drills alongside you, with plenty of feedback (and plenty of laughter during a good firefight).

Available: Tuesdays only, until 25 August

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Intro To Pickleball Lessons

Free Trial

Beginner Friendly

No Experience Needed

Try Pickleball

Key Benefits

Who It’s For

Meet Our Team of Coaches

Private padel lessons

Private pickleball lessons with Ben

Private pickleball lessons with Andy

Ben Van Tonder

Russell Biggs

Greg Nicol

Peter Mohring

Tavo Farias

Ben Van Tonder

Andy van der Vyver

Once you're hooked, gear up

Indiga CTR 26 Racket

Kickstarter Paddle

Dyna Energy Racket

Fierce Team 13

Padel Balls — 3 Pack

GB 1604 Overgrip

GR1210 Replacement Grip

Tour Padel Bag L