Greater Austin Area's Top Pickleball Coaches
Meet Coach Brandon Nsekpong
Brandon Nsekpong was voted the #1 coach in Austin for 2024 and is a top 100 Professional Pickleball Player based out of Austin, TX. He plays select dates on the PPA and APP tours and teaches both private in-person lessons, as well as online courses and clinics all over the world. He specializes in assessing your game and finding out ways to make you a better player by going over strategy and/or changing some mechanics.
Brandon started playing racquet sports at age 7 and almost always had a table tennis paddle in hand. He competed in the U.S. Open and finished with a 2100 rating before moving on to play tennis at the age of 11, winning more than 50 junior tennis tournaments. He also played basketball in high school and college.
Brandon eventually discovered Pickleball in a basketball gym at Lifetime Fitness and quickly fell in love with playing the game at a high level and decided to go all in to pursue his dream of being the best in the game. So far, he has won over 50 Pro matches.
Meet Coach Izaak Gonzalez
Izaak is a Texas State University graduate, United States Coast Guard veteran, and IPTPA-certified pickleball instructor with more than a decade of teaching experience in Round Rock ISD. Originally from the border town of Roma in Deep South Texas, he brings the values of discipline, community, and perseverance to every coaching session. His instructional background includes roles at Sun City Texas Pickleball Club and Tejas Indoor Pickleball Club, where he worked with players of all ages and skill levels.
His competitive journey reflects his commitment to growth. Starting as a 3.5 player in 2020, Izaak worked relentlessly to rise through the ranks and now competes against elite amateur and open pro players worldwide. He is a member of the ONIX, PEPINO, and HANDZ Pickleball Pro Teams, giving him firsthand insight into high-level mechanics, strategy, and player development.
As a coach, Izaak focuses on motivating and elevating players both on and off the court. He founded the RBE Ringtail Pickleball Youth Club at Redbud Elementary—coaching more than 35 fifth graders annually—and continues to champion the belief that pickleball is a sport for everyone. Backed by experience, competitive success, and a true passion for teaching, he helps each athlete unlock their potential and grow their game with confidence.
Meet Coach Ansley Drenner
Ansley Drenner is a Master DUPR Instructor and highly respected pickleball coach known for blending technical precision with a deep passion for player development. With a strong foundation in racquet sports, Ansley transitioned from competitive tennis to pickleball and quickly developed a reputation for high-level strategic insight, exceptional court awareness, and a coaching style that elevates players of all skill levels.
Ansley’s background in competitive tennis shaped a strong understanding of footwork, mechanics, and shot selection—skills that now translate seamlessly into the fast-growing world of pickleball. After discovering the sport, Ansley fell in love with its pace, strategy, and unique sense of community, fully committing to coaching and helping athletes reach their potential.
Over the past two years, Ansley has coached players ranging from beginners to advanced competitors, specializing in identifying key areas for improvement and teaching the strategic and mechanical adjustments that create rapid, noticeable growth. Whether working with recreational newcomers or tournament-bound athletes, Ansley brings a clear, focused, and motivating approach to every session.
Driven by a passion for the sport and a commitment to excellence, Ansley continues to help players refine their technique, build confidence, and elevate their game—one session at a time.
Meet Coach Luz Wayman
Luz is a passionate pickleball coach with a truly unique perspective. She started as a complete beginner with zero racquet sports experience and worked her way up to a 4.0+ level player. This journey has given her invaluable insight into every struggle, breakthrough, and “aha moment” that players experience along the way.
Luz’s coaching experience includes serving as a coaching professional at one of Life Time Fitness’s top facilities in the nation. She specializes in working with players at the 4.0 level and below. Having walked in their shoes, she understands exactly what it takes to overcome the common challenges that hold players back from reaching the next level.
Luz’s coaching philosophy centers on relatability and positivity. Because she has firsthand experience with the frustration of missing a third-shot drop or struggling with court positioning, she offers more than just technical instruction—she provides the emotional support and encouragement that make all the difference.
Whether you’re picking up a paddle for the first time or working to break through the 3.5 plateau, Luz brings infectious positive energy and the tools to help unlock your full potential.
- 501 Cypress Creek Rd Cedar Park, TX 78613
- info@apexpbclubs.com
- 737-394-6801
