Our Coaches

Our amazing coaches are here to take your game to the next level, whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your skills. Let’s elevate your pickleball journey together!

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Ted Holway – Head Pickleball Pro at Pickleball HQ

Ted Holway brings a wealth of experience and passion to the game of pickleball. As a former Division II collegiate tennis player on a full scholarship, Ted spent years honing his skills on the tennis court before serving 19 years with the NYPD.

His passion for pickleball ignited just over two and a half years ago, and he’s been making waves in the sport ever since. Now a highly accomplished 5.5-level player, Ted competes both locally and nationally, earning numerous accolades along the way. His achievements include winning gold in the New York City APP Men’s 5.0+ division and securing a national silver medal at the 6.0+ Biometric National Championships. He has also claimed multiple tournament titles across New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.

Training alongside top local professionals, Ted combines his extensive knowledge of the game with advanced skills and strategic insight. Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the fundamentals or an experienced player aiming to elevate your game, Ted’s expertise and passion for teaching will help you unlock your full potential on the court.

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Chi Shiu - Head Coach

Chi Shiu is a certified pickleball instructor since 2019, and is dedicated to spreading the joy of this exhilarating sport to players of all ages and skill levels. With over seven years of experience on the court, Chi brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his teaching practice. His passion to the game has led to notable achievements, including winning a gold medal at the NJ Senior Olympic, silver medal at NJ Open, bronze medal at the NYC Open, and many medals at various tournaments throughout New Jersey. Beyond competitive success, Chi finds immense fulfillment in teaching and nurturing pickleball communities. By sharing his passion for the sport to inspire others to join in the fun and social camaraderie that pickleball offers. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the basics or a seasoned player striving to improve your game, Chi will help you achieve your pickleball goals and become part of this vibrant community.

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Scott Chen Cheng

Welcome to Pickleball HQ,

I, PickleballScott Chen Cheng, will guide you in and on your way to your furthest pickleball end goal, while learning everything you want about pickleball and the pickleball lifestyle, and enjoying the satisfying & gratifying feeling of achieving greatness in excellence and the Vigor, Pride, and Sustainable Ambition that grows with you breaking through and completing goals 1 on 1.

I have been researching pickleball and teaching since August 2021. I am here for you and your aspirations. I teach pickleball martial arts as well. Chen Cheng Style to be exact. Feel free to try out a full Chen Cheng Style lesson!

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Kevin Wysoczynski

I'm Kevin Wysoczynski! Pickleball is my FIRST racquet sport, but don't let that fool you - I've been playing competitive sports my whole life and Pickleball is simply the latest on my quest to conquer.

I've had the opportunity to personally learn from some of the top talent Pickleball has to offer like the Johns' Brothers, Tyson Mcguffin and Anna Bright to name a few.

Pickleball is just as much a mental game as it is a physical one. I've spent the better part of TWO decades playing and coaching eSports teams at the professional and collegiate level.

As a result, I excel in being able to analyze your game and pinpoint crucial decision making moments in your matches to help guide you to being the best player you can be.

Enjoy this photo of me, free of charge!

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Jon Ksiezopoloski

Hello, I’m Coach Jon. I began playing pickleball over two years ago, drawing on my background in tennis and lacrosse goaltending. I’ve provided both tactical and technical analysis and played for All State League Teams—including our All State Fall 3.5 2024 victory —and captained a 4.0 team. Over the past year, I’ve guided friends and family to 3.5 and 4.0 levels in the hope of strengthening New Jersey’s pickleball community. My current personal goal is to reach 5.0."

My teaching style emphasizes best practices and solid fundamentals, using vivid, memorable imagery to break down complex principles. Above all, I focus on situational awareness and staying present in the moment, recognizing that—much like goaltending—pickleball is 90% mental and 10% everything else."

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Anthony Bradford Bisignano

Anthony is a certified PPR Coach, bringing nearly 8 years of tennis coaching and 25 years of tennis playing experience to the table. Originally, he started out as a multi-sport athlete (football, baseball, basketball, golf) but found tennis as a teenager and did not look back. Within two years of playing, he became Captain of the Colts Neck High School Varsity Team and attained a Top 100 Ranking in the USTA 18-U Eastern Section. He went on to play NCAA Division III Tennis at Haverford College. He is a PTR Certified Level 2 Coach and teaches all ages and experience levels.
He has coached and been affiliated with different racquet clubs over the years including Little Silver Tennis Club, New Shrewsbury Racquet Club, Park Avenue Tennis Center, and was also a Tennis Coach at UPenn.

As a Pickleball Player, Anthony started playing at the end of 2023 and took to it fast. He won medals in Singles and Doubles at the 4.0+ level within just a few months of playing. He continues to compete at the 4.5+ open level. Most recently, he won a Silver Medal in Men’s Singles at the Minto US Open Pickleball Championships. He has been able to parallel all of his tennis teaching experience to pickleball and has been coaching pickleball for well over a year.

When he is not on the tennis or pickleball court, Anthony works as a professional Actor and Filmmaker. He most recently appeared in an episode of “Elsbeth” on CBS. Other credits include, “The Equalizer”, “White Collar”, and “Gossip Girl”. He is excited for his most recent film he made to hit the film festival circuit soon.

“I have a passion for coaching and am so happy to share my love for racquet sports with others. What I love most about Pickleball is the community aspect. I have made so many friends through Pickleball and feel like it has been such a positive outlet in my life. I think that community is more important than ever before, so I am happy to help foster and build community through Pickleball HQ! I am excited to help you on your Pickleball journey and keep things fun yet educational!”

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Anthony Mojica

Began playing pickleball in 2020 where I met Mike Abdallah.

Went to Brunswick Hills TC and learned about open play. Started some tournaments and did pretty well.

Then became part of the Mannino Park family where playing regularly I was able to advance my game.

2023 I was hired by Center Court of Marlboro as an instructor where I learned how much I liked teaching the game of pickleball. 2024 I became certified to tutor and coach pickleball with PPR. I am a fun person to learn with and I love to teach this game because it is the best game for fun and meeting new friends.

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Cecilia Shiu

Cecilia Shiu started playing pickleball in 2017 and is a PPR certified pickleball instructor since 2021. She worked as instructor at Brunswick Hills Tennis Center and Old Bridge Recreation Pickleball Program. She has experience in teaching beginners, advanced beginners and intermediate program. She also played tennis over 15 years and helped tennis players to transition to pickleball.

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Catherine Shieh

Catherine is a PPR certified pickleball instructor.  She started her pickleball journey before the pandemic, and has been competing since 2022 and won numerous tournaments at the 3.5 level.  Catherine brings a wealth of teaching experience to pickleball coaching, having been a teacher (piano) for 30 years.  As a teacher/coach, she prides herself in helping her students achieve their full potential, whatever their levels may be.  She has taught pickleball beginner clinics since 2022, and introduced this amazing sport to hundreds of people.  She also loves studying the game and strategizing new shots and setups.  She is well known amongst her peers for fast footwork, and placement over power style.  For her, pickleball is all about bringing people together and its power to change lives for the better!  

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Ellen Weiss

Hi, I’m Ellen and I’m a PPR Certified Pickleball Instructor. I am both a 4.0 Pickleball player and a 4.0 Tennis Player. After playing tennis for 20 years, I decided to try my hand at Pickle. Well 7 years later, and I am addicted! I’ve recently won my First All State championship, and it was so much fun meeting other players throughout the state. I thrive at introducing players to the game, so they can become as addicted as I. I love to teach, and I love having fun on the court. Given my tennis background, I like to focus on Net Play and court positioning. When I’m off the pickle court (which is not often), I’m spending time with my husband, my twin Sheepadoodles , and my friends. I do a bit of traveling, but I never forget my paddle, as you never know what pickle court lies around the corner.

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Monday 6 AM - 10 PM

Tuesday 6 AM - 10 PM

Wednesday 6 AM - 10 PM

Thursday 6 AM - 10 PM

Friday 6 AM - 10 PM

Saturday 6 AM - 8 PM

Sunday 6 AM - 8 PM

Contact Information

Email

Address

111-NJ 35

Cliffwood, NJ 07721

Phone

2025 Pickleball HQ. All rights reserved.

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