Meet the Pros
From beginner fundamentals to advanced strategy, our expert instructors tailor every session to help you play smarter, stronger, and more confidently. Reserve your private, semi-private, or group lesson now.
Please sign up via CourtReserve App or contact us at pickles@fortedoho.com or at (808) 758-4683

Tennis & Pickleball Professional
Joel Kusnierz
Coach Joel is a 5.0 State Champion and former Division I athlete who brings elite tennis and pickleball expertise to every session. He develops players through strong fundamentals, strategy, and high-energy training that builds confidence and improves performance every day.

Tennis & Pickleball Professional
Martina Kostalova
Martina is a PPR Level 2 and RSPA Professional who competed in Division I tennis at the University of Hawai‘i.
A former national champion from Slovakia, she now is the Director of Operations at Pickles at Forté, bringing energy, expertise, and a welcoming approach to players of all ages and levels.

Tennis & Pickleball Professional
Daniel Rodi
Daniel has playing pickleball competitively for over three years. His goal is to help expand the game of pickleball throughout Hawai‘i by making it welcoming and enjoyable for everyone, no matter their background or experience. Daniel enjoys working with all skill levels, from those just learning the basics to players who want to fine-tune their game and compete at a higher level.

Tennis & Pickleball Professional
Ekaterina Biakina
Ekaterina is a PPR Level 1 & 2 Certified and PCI Certified coach with over 20 years of experience. A former Top 20 PPA Singles Player, Ekaterina has competed on the biggest professional stages across the world. She brings not only technical and tactical expertise, but also real-world experience performing under pressure. Her coaching focuses on stroke development, strategic decision-making, and building a strong competitive mindset to elevate every part of your game.

Pickleball Professional
Jana Chang
Jana is a Level 2 IPTPA and Junior Certified professional with a PhD in Education. With years of experience in tennis, squash and golf, she brings a holistic approach to pickleball that builds on players' strengths. As a coach, she believes that players of all levels can learn to "play smart, play safe, and play forever."

Tennis & Pickleball Professional
Aaron Lau
Aaron began coaching tennis in the early 1990s. Since 2023, he has applied that deep pedagogical experience to the fast-growing world of pickleball. Aaron's philosophy is built on longevity and efficiency. He believes that a great game starts from the ground up.
As a PPR Level 2 Certified professional, Aaron focuses heavily on footwork fundamentals and biomechanically correct technique, he helps players of all ages improve their game while significantly reeducing the risk of injury.

Tennis & Pickleball Professional
Clemens Graute
Clemens is a professional tennis and pickleball player. As an international pickleball player, he has experience in tournament settings.
With over 10 years of tennis coaching experience, Clemens brings his knowledge to the pickleball community. By identifying the strengths and weaknesses in his student's game, he can target areas of improvement and ensure you progress and perfect your technique.