Fit Pickleballer

19 yrs Elite Physique, now combining my pickleball passion. Teaching pickleball lessons in Santa Rosa Beach. Fit Pickleballer-Where Fitness Meets Fun!

I am beyond excited to kickstart this new journey with you all as the founder of Fit Pickleballer! 🎉 Let me tell you a bit about myself and how this all began.

🏊‍♀️Former FSU Swimmer: Swimming has been a significant part of my life, and it instilled in me a deep appreciation for fitness.

💪 Over 17 Years owning my Personal Training biz: As a seasoned personal trainer, I've had the privilege of helping numerous individuals achieve their fitness goals and lead healthier lives.

🏓 Pickleball Addict for 4 Years: Four years ago, I discovered the magic of pickleball, and there was no turning back! The thrill of the game, the camaraderie on the court, it's all simply addictive!

🔍 Bridging the Gap: In my pickleball journey, I noticed a crucial aspect missing – specific training to strengthen the muscles used in pickleball, along with mobility and lateral movement exercises to prevent injuries and build stamina.

🏋️‍♀️ Fit Pickleballer's Injury Prevention Program: This is where Fit Pickleballer comes in! I'm combining my passion for pickleball and my expertise in fitness to create an exclusive Injury Prevention program tailored for all you pickleball enthusiasts out there.

🌊 Personal and Fun Tidbits: When I'm not on the court or working on fitness programs, you can find me cherishing life's simple pleasures. I'm blessed to be married to my best friend for 25 years, and together, we share our home with three adorable cats. I spend time weekly volunteering at my favorite animal refuge, Alaqua. Living near the beach allows me to soak in the calming presence of the Gulf, especially during breathtaking sunsets, which are some of my favorite moments. And yes, I'm also a 🍷 wine lover, indulging in a glass now and then to celebrate life's victories!

🤗 I can't wait to embark on this journey with each one of you. Fit Pickleballer aims to be more than just a wellness business; it's a community where we celebrate our love for fitness, pickleball, and everything in between! 🎾 Let's strengthen those pickleball muscles, prevent injuries, and have a ton of fun together!

11/04/2025

Lucky opportunity! One spot just opened for my 6week Beginner pickleball group starts tomorrow(Wed) 4:30pm. Message me ASAP if you want it!

If you’ve been wanting to join one of my Beginner Pickleball groups here’s your chance. This class has been sold out, but unfortunately, one gal broke her ankle and has to back out. This is the last 6 weeks of the year! Text 850-598-7263 or message to grab it before someone else does! Here’s an overview, in case you haven’t checked it out.

🏓We start tomorrow and meet Wednesdays 4:30-5:45pm until Dec 17th (we are skipping the day before Thanksgiving.)

10/31/2025

Unboxing time! I’m so excited (and so grateful!) — Body Helix and Flik Pickleball sent me several paddles for my clients to demo! 🙌

They’ve seen how many people I’ve been helping learn and fall in love with pickleball, and they wanted to support the growth of the sport (how awesome is that?!). 💚

These paddles are available for my students to try out during lessons and clinics, and Body Helix is even offering special discounts for those in my 6-week programs!

My personal favorite so far? The Flik F1 — I’m loving the power, control, and pop! ⚡

When it comes to paddles, it’s all about the feel. Everyone’s different, and being able to test a few out before you buy makes such a difference.

👉 If you want to come try these out and see which one feels best for you, reach out — I’d love to get you hooked up!

10/30/2025

Fit Pickleballer Open Play is BACK for November! 🏓

If you’ve been wanting to get more time on the court, have fun, and meet new pickleball friends — this is your sign!

👉 I have 2 spots open on Mondays (4:45–6:00pm) for Beginners/Advanced Beginners

👉 and 3 spots open on Wednesdays (5:45–7:00pm) for 2.5-level players

Here’s how it works:
💥 I cap each session at just 11 players so everyone gets great court time
💥 We play 10-minute games — 8 play while 3 rotate off, so you’ll mix it up with lots of partners and styles
💥 It’s social, it’s fast-paced, and it’s seriously FUN!
💥You get live coaching/ feedback from me while you play

📅 November details:
• 4 Mondays = $100/month
• 3 Wednesdays (no play the day before Thanksgiving) = $75/month

Spots are already almost gone — so grab yours now!

Drop a comment below or text me to snag your spot!850-598-7263

10/29/2025

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Another 5-Star Review!

Nothing makes me happier than seeing my beginners light up with confidence and realize, “Hey, I can actually play this game!” 😄🏓

I love helping people learn pickleball the right way — step by step, with a little fitness, injury prevention, and a whole lot of fun mixed in!

If you’ve been wanting to learn how to play (or you’ve played a few times but still feel unsure), this is your chance — my Beginner 6-Week Pickleball Program starts Nov 5th (we swill skip Wednesday before Thanksgiving), and I only have TWO spots left!

Grab your paddle and come join us — you’ll be amazed at how much progress you can make in just 6 weeks! 💪

Drop a comment below or message me if you want in!

10/28/2025

Confession time 😅 — I’m so guilty of just wanting to play when I have free time. But as pickleball players, if we really want to up our game, we’ve got to make time to drill!

Drilling helps us master those key shots, build consistency, and gain confidence when it counts most.

John and I carved out some time to do just that — and it felt great!

I’m committing to start drilling more regularly… how about you? 👇

Do you make time to drill, or are you more of a “let’s just play” kind of player?

10/24/2025

John and I made our way to Austin today for a very special reason — to celebrate the life of my amazing brother, Glenn, who passed away last month.

We decided to come a day early and were able to take part in an incredible Racquet Pro pickleball certification course (created by 🏓). Thank you, Jeff Rausch, for an awesome day!

I’m always striving to learn, grow, and become a more impactful coach — and I’m extra excited that John got certified too!

It’s been a meaningful start to what I know will be an emotional but beautiful weekend — honoring Glenn’s life, sharing stories, and being surrounded by family. ❤️

10/21/2025

My heart is full after such a fun private pickleball lesson with 5 amazing ladies! 💚

We worked on drop shots, resets, and strategy, but mostly we laughed, learned, and had a blast.

So grateful I get to do what I love — helping others grow their game and have fun on the court! 🙌

THANK YOU, ladies for allowing me to be part of your Pickleball journey! Y’all killed it🙌🏻🙌🏻

💬 Want to level up your skills or plan a private session with friends? Let’s make it happen!

10/18/2025

WOW!! Last night’s Fit Pickleballer Glow in the Dark event was absolutely incredible!! 🎉

For my first time hosting this kind of event, it turned out even better than I imagined!

Pickleball is always fun… but throw in black lights, glow tape, and a Photo Booth, and you’ve got two hours of EPIC fun!! 🤩💥

I couldn’t have pulled this off without some amazing help:
💕Huge thanks to my incredible husband, John, who always supports my wild ideas (it took him an hour and a half just to lay down the neon glow tape for the court lines!)

💫 Special shoutout to Laura—my unexpected angel who showed up to help set up!

📸 Big thanks to Amanda for the awesome Photo Booth that captured all the fun memories!

🎀 Thank you to Christie for donating decorations even though she couldn’t be there, and to Toni for jumping in to help set up too!

And most importantly — THANK YOU to everyone who came out, dressed up, and trusted me that it would be a blast. Seeing you all laughing, glowing, and playing under the lights filled my heart! 💚

We’re doing it again tonight, and there’s still time to join the fun — message me if you want in!

10/15/2025

⭐ Another 5-Star Review! ⭐

I absolutely love watching new players fall in love with pickleball — and this review made my day! 💚

“I just completed the beginner six-week program and it was loads of fun. Learning the basics of pickleball and meeting new friends was a very enjoyable experience. I can’t wait to attend the advanced beginner class to further my skill level. I would highly recommend any of Colleen‘s classes as she is very knowledgeable of the game and very patient and helpful while you are learning.”-Sue A.

Seeing players gain confidence, improve their skills, and create new friendships on the court is exactly why I do what I do!

👉 My next Beginner 6-Week Programs are open for registration:
• Tuesdays, 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM, starting Oct 21
• Wednesdays, 4:30 – 5:45 PM, starting Nov 5

👉 There’s ONE spot left in my Advanced Beginner Program starting Monday, Oct 20 at 6 PM — grab it before it’s gone!

P.S. Don’t forget about this weekend’s Glow in the Dark Pickleball fun — Friday and Saturday night! It’s going to be a blast! 🌟

Comment or message me with questions or to reserve your spot!

10/14/2025

🎉 Shout out to my awesome Fit Pickleballer 6-Week Beginner Group! 🎉

What an incredible group this has been — new friendships were made, tons of laughs were shared, and the confidence on the court grew each week!

I’m beyond proud of how far each of you has come — and I’m thrilled that 5 out of 8 are continuing on to the Advanced Beginner 6-Week Program! 🙌

Thank you for trusting me with your pickleball journey — it’s been such a joy watching you grow, learn, and fall in love with this sport. 💚

If you’ve been thinking about learning pickleball or want to build a strong foundation before jumping into open play, now’s your chance!

👉 Next Beginner 6-Week Programs:
Tuesdays at 11:00am starting October 21st
Wednesdays at 4:30pm starting November 5th

Spots fill fast, so message me soon if you’d like to grab one!

Address

Santa Rosa Beach, FL
32459

Telephone

+18505987263

Website

http://www.FitPickleballer.com/

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