COACHES
Director of Pickleball Operations - Dave Brydges
Coach Dave is a Pickleball Coaching International (PCI) certified instructor, bringing a wealth of racquet sports knowledge and coaching expertise to every session. He currently serves as Director of Operations and Coach at BreakPoint, where he helps players of all levels improve their skills, strategy, and confidence on court.He is a fantastic communicator, and is always excited to spend time on court with his students. Fluent in German and English.
Coach - Lindsey Bruce
Coach Lindsey is a certified pickleball coach whose passionate about helping players of all ages and skill levels improve their game. She brings an energetic coaching style that keeps lessons fun and engaging, with every session tailored to each player’s goals. She believes pickleball a great way to meet new people and add more movement into everyday life.
Coach Lindsey is proficient in English and French.
Coach - Ali Boyar
Coach Ali is a certified pickleball coach who brings energy and enthusiasm to every lesson. He helps players of all levels develop technique, teamwork, and a love for the game.
Fluent in English, Turkish, and Arabic, Coach Ali easily connects with students from diverse backgrounds.
Coach - Luis Morales
Coach Luis is an enthusiastic pickleball coach who brings high energy to every lesson. He helps players of all levels build solid fundamentals, sharp strategy, and confidence on the court all while having fun.
Fluent in Spanish & English. Coach Luis will have you leaving the court feeling better than when you arrived!
Coach - Josie Petrescu
Coach Josie is a Level 2 certified Pickleball Coach (NCCP & Pickleball Canada) with hands-on coaching experience across private clubs, community programs, and camps. Josie brings patience, energy, and genuine enthusiasm to every session, helping players build confidence and sharpen their fundamentals.
Whether you're ready to learn the game from scratch or ready to level up your skills, Josie's coaching style blends clear, encouraging feedback with a real love for the sport, making every lesson both effective and fun.
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Coach - Niki Naderi
Coach Niki is one of BreakPoint's longest standing coaches. When it comes to racquet sports, she has received high praise from both students within & outside of BreakPoint Club. Her strengths are coaching within a game play environment for young adults interested in both shot mechanics & flow of play.
Most students appreciate her "simple" style; not overloading your brain with too many details. She is fun & knows her way around a court.
Coach - Suresh Kumar
Guided by patience, safety, and a love for the game, Coach Suresh specializes in introducing adults and seniors to the life-changing benefits of pickleball.
For the past two years, Suresh has focused on creating a welcoming, low-impact learning environment where players can build their confidence at their own pace. Their lessons place a heavy emphasis on proper biomechanics, balance, and court safety to keep players injury-free while unlocking their full potential.
Whether you want to stay active, sharpen your reflexes, or enjoy the social camaraderie of a thriving local club, Coach Suresh makes learning the game approachable, highly rewarding, and deeply engaging.