The RSPA has over 14,000 members and 17 U.S. divisions and is committed to raising the standards of racquet sports instruction and growing the game. Members receive access to more than 200 annual educational events. RSPA is poised to help advance USA Pickleball’s mission of nurturing well-trained instructors and growing the sport at every level.
As part of the agreement, RSPA’s pickleball certification curriculum will be integrated into USA Pickleball’s education offerings.
“We are thrilled to welcome RSPA as an Official Coaching Partner,” said Chris Zukas, Vice President of Membership Development & Service at USA Pickleball. “Their decades of coaching excellence and comprehensive certification programs align perfectly with our vision for global leadership in coach education. Together, we’re empowering coaches with world-class resources to grow the game and support their local communities.”
RSPA leadership echoed the excitement, emphasizing the shared commitment to coach excellence and professional development.
“USA Pickleball’s commitment to excellence mirrors our own, and by integrating our certification curriculum into their offerings, we’re creating more opportunities for coaches to thrive,” said RSPA CEO Brian Dillman. “We’re proud to help shape the future of pickleball instruction and ensure our certified professionals have the highest level of training.”
Together, both organizations aim to elevate standards, expand accessibility, and promote consistent coaching best practices across the sport’s rapidly expanding footprint.
About the Racquet Sports Professionals Association
The Racquet Sports Professionals Association (RSPA), formerly the United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA), is the leading trade organization for racquet sports professionals. Since 1927, the RSPA has grown to support the diverse needs of the racquet sports industry, including tennis, pickleball, padel, squash and platform tennis. With more than 14,000 members worldwide and 17 divisions across the country, the RSPA offers career advancement support, certification and development opportunities, from coaching to club management, executive development to sales and marketing and beyond. Our mission is to champion the passion of racquet sports by developing professionals who lead with integrity, innovate in coaching and inspire a diverse and inclusive racquet sports community. Learn more at RSPA.net.
