We Are Passionate About Pickleball

 

Smash Pickleball offers personalized pickleball lessons and private indoor court reservations in Kent, Washington. Smash is a local, woman-owned business operated by Mary Ann Benack.

Whether you’re learning the basics, taking your game to the next level, or developing a stronger tournament strategy, your instruction will be tailored to your individual or small-group needs.

Mary Ann is a PPR (Professional Pickleball Registry) Pro-level certified instructor. Her teaching emphasizes simple, compact mechanics that improve the consistency and effectiveness of your strokes while helping minimize the risk of injury. She is also passionate about helping students develop a deeper understanding of pickleball strategy. The sport may be easy to start—but it isn’t so easy to master.

 

After playing and teaching college tennis in her younger years, Mary Ann began a 22-year career at Microsoft. Then a fateful pickleball clinic changed everything. After just one clinic, she was hooked.

Pickleball helped Mary Ann transform a sedentary office lifestyle into an active life filled with health, movement, and an entirely new community of friends. In 2020, she left corporate America to own and operate Smash Pickleball full time.

Mary Ann competes—and wins—at the 4.5 and 5.0 levels. She plays in regional and national tournaments and earned two silver medals at the U.S. Pickleball National Championships. Today, she spends her time helping others fall in love with the sport and build their skills and confidence on the court.

Smash Pickleball serves everyone from first-time players to tournament competitors, with students ranging in age from 9 to 89. What unites this dynamic community is a shared focus on connection, joy, and health.

Coach Mary Ann brings genuine care for both the game and her students. That personal investment helps her build strong teaching relationships—and deliver outstanding results.

Mary Ann in the Media

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