Head of Coaching Tom Corfield
Tom Corfield leads the coaching programme across all PPR retreats, bringing his expertise as a JOOLA sponsored player. In collaboration with Dan and Simon, this JOOLA partnership enhances the coaching experience, as Tom provides elite-level insight, technical detail, and a performance mindset in every pickleball coaching session. His coaching style is clear, structured, and designed to help players at every level improve quickly and confidently.
Tom’s sessions incorporate drilling, technique, movement, strategy, and purposeful matchplay, all delivered with the calm, positive energy that defines the PPR way. His leadership, along with the support of Dan and Simon, shapes the quality of coaching you experience throughout every retreat.
Alessandro Boero.
As part of our global expansion, we’ve partnered with Alessandro Boero, owner of Alba Tennis, Padel & Pickleball Club — the home of our Italian retreats. With extensive experience in racket sports and hospitality, Alessandro plays a key role in strengthening our European presence and supporting the continued growth of Pickleball Pro Retreats worldwide. This collaboration aligns with our JOOLA partnership and enhances our pickleball coaching offerings, especially with industry experts like Dan and Simon, alongside Tom Corfield.
Pep Giuliano England & European Team Coach
Pep brings true elite-level experience to PPR. As the official England and European Team Coach, and Head of Coaching & Director at Tennis Club Alba, he is recognized across Europe for his expertise, leadership, and deep understanding of player development. He is also the founder of the Alba Pickleball Academy, where he continues to grow the sport and train players of all levels, from beginners to top national competitors. Pep enhances his pickleball coaching methods to further elevate player performance. His coaching style is the perfect blend of structure, energy, and positivity, similar to the approach taken by Dan and Simon. His sessions focus on clean technique, footwork, game IQ, and tactical development, all delivered with enthusiasm and clear communication. Players improve quickly under his guidance, while always feeling supported, motivated, and part of a fun, welcoming environment, much like the experiences shared by Tom Corfield.
Brandon Cheah Pickleball Athlete & PPR Asia Coach
Brandon Cheah is one of Malaysia’s rising names in competitive pickleball, competing at the semi-professional level across major regional and international tournaments. His achievements include multiple podium finishes, highlighted by a double crown at WPC Kuala Lumpur, silver at the PPA Malaysia Cup, and medals at both APP Kuala Lumpur and PPA Hangzhou.
As a PCI-certified coach, Brandon brings both high-level playing experience and a modern coaching approach to PPR Asia. Passionate about helping players improve, he has coached everyone from beginners discovering the sport to competitive players looking to elevate their performance.
Now joining the PPR family, Brandon brings energy, experience, and deep connections within Asia’s fast-growing pickleball scene. Helping create an elite training environment for players joining our Kuala Lumpur Performance Retreats.
Yong Fatt Hon (“FH”) – Operations, PPR Asia
Based in Kuala Lumpur, FH plays a key role behind the scenes helping deliver the PPR Asia experience. Having started his pickleball journey in the USA back in 2019, he has since competed up to the 4.5+ level and now coaches players of all abilities.
At PPR Asia, FH supports retreat operations, administration, and player experience — helping ensure every retreat runs smoothly from start to finish. Passionate about growing the game across Asia, he brings great energy, organisation, and a welcoming atmosphere to the PPR team.
Proudly Partnered with JOOLA
Pickleball Pro Retreats is excited to highlight our JOOLA partnership, collaborating with one of the most respected and innovative brands in the sport. JOOLA leads the way in paddle technology, performance materials, and professional player development, aligning perfectly with our mission to deliver exceptional pickleball coaching experiences. Dan and Simon, along with expert coach Tom Corfield, are dedicated to enhancing every player's journey. Through this collaboration, we provide access to the highest standard of equipment in the game. Whether you're focusing on soft game control, power, or technique, the right paddle truly makes a difference, and JOOLA’s quality speaks for itself.