Building the Professionals Powering
Philippine Pickleball
RPO's Level 1 Workshop in Cebu, where coaches develop skills ranging from technical fundamentals and
player development to coaching methodology and club operations.
Phase of Growth
● RacketPro APAC Deepens Investment in Philippine Pickleball Following Successful Three-City Tour
Pickleball’s Momentum Grows as RacketPro APAC Certifies over 110 Coaches Across the PhilippinesFollowing
its APAC Tour in the Philippines, The Racket Professional Organization (RPO) has certified more than 110
Filipino coaches while building a long-term professional development ecosystem that connects education,
industry partnerships, and real coaching opportunities to support the next generation of coaching leaders.
MANILA, Philippines, August 04, 2026 – Following successful coach education tours in Malaysia
and Vietnam, The Racket Professional Organization (RPO) has completed the Philippine leg of its
APAC Level 1 Coach Training Tour, certifying more than 110 Filipino coaches across Manila, Cebu,
and Davao, making it one of the country’s largest internationally recognized pickleball coach
education initiatives to date.
The Philippine tour forms part of RPO APAC’s broader regional initiative to establish consistent
coaching standards and strengthen professional development pathways across Asia-Pacific. Through
this growing education ecosystem, RPO is helping coaches access internationally recognized training
while creating opportunities for continued learning and career development across the region.
RPO's Level 1 Workshop in Manila, led by Collin Johns, world-class pickleball professional and
RPO&s Global Technical Director.
The tour brought together aspiring coaches, current instructors, and experienced players from across
the country to complete RPO's Level 1 Coach Certification Program, equipping participants with
proven coaching methodologies, player assessment techniques, lesson planning, communication
skills, and practical on-court instruction to support long-term player development. Participants
represented clubs, academies, schools, and growing pickleball communities from across the
Philippines, reflecting the increasing demand for structured coach education. The certification
combines 10 hours of virtual learning, a two-hour online assessment, and a six-hour practical
workshop, providing participants with a blended learning experience that integrates theory with hands-
on coaching application.
Certification should never be the finish line said Connor Nguyen, Managing Director of RPO
APAC. Our vision is to build a community where coaches continue learning, connect with one
another, and gain meaningful coaching opportunities long after the workshop ends. That’s how we
create lasting impact for coaches and for the future of pickleball in the Philippines.
To turn certification into long-term professional growth, RPO APAC is committed to helping coaches
continue learning, expand their professional networks, and gain real-world coaching experience
through its regional education ecosystem.
Supporting Coaches Beyond Certification
More than 110 Filipino coaches have earned international certification—but for RPO APAC, a
certificate is only the first step. Through its regional education ecosystem and industry partnerships,
RPO creates opportunities for coaches to continue learning, expand their professional networks, and
gain real-world coaching experience long after the workshop ends.
As part of this ecosystem, selected standout coaches from the Manila Level 1 Workshop will be invited
to enter Helios coach selection process. Where further training and evaluation, will determine future
coaching placements with one of the Philippines; leading pickleball venue operators.
Filipino coach Carlo, who progressed from RPOs Level 1 Certification Program to the intensive COEBRA leadership
program, returned to the Manila workshop as an Assistant Clinician. His journey demonstrates how RPO’s education
pathway supports coaches beyond certification and creates opportunities for them to mentor the next generation.
Beyond the Level 1 program, coaches will be invited to exclusive regional RPO Coach Gatherings,
where they can reconnect with fellow certified coaches, exchange coaching experiences, learn from
industry leaders, and stay updated on the latest coaching methodologies and player development
practices.
As the strategic partner of PPA Tour Asia, RPO APAC also provides to assist RPO Clinics during PPA
Tour Asia events, working alongside experienced clinicians while gaining practical coaching
experience in live environments. These on-court experiences enable coaches to apply their
knowledge in live coaching environments while learning directly from some of the sport's leading
educators. Through its partnership with JOOLA, one of the world's leading pickleball brands, RPO
also continues expanding opportunities that connect coach education with the broader professional
pickleball ecosystem across Asia-Pacific.
RPO Clinic at PPA Singapore, led by Aron Ong, RPO Local Clinician, alongside Kelvin Ho, an RPO-certified
coach—showcasing RPO's commitment to developing local coaching talent across Asia-Pacific.
These partnerships ensure that coach development extends beyond the classroom, connecting
certified coaches with internationally recognized events, industry leaders, and the wider professional
pickleball community.
Unlike traditional certification programs that end after certification, RPO's ecosystem provides
coaches with ongoing opportunities to apply their knowledge, learn from internationally recognized
experts, and remain actively connected to the region's fastest-growing pickleball community.
As pickleball continues its rapid growth in the Philippines, RPO believes the future of the sport will be
shaped not only by the number of people playing, but by the quality of the coaches leading them.
Through continued education, industry partnerships, and meaningful coaching opportunities, RPO is
building a community of coaching professionals equipped to support the sport for years to come.
About Racket Pro Organization
The Racket Professional Organization (RPO) is a global pickleball education and certification organization committed to advancing coaching excellence through world-class training, structured curriculum, and professional development. Established to address the growing demand for qualified pickleball coaches, RPO empowers coaches with the knowledge, tools, and internationally recognized certification needed to deliver high-quality instruction and support the sport's long-term growth.
Led by Global Technical Director Collin Johns, one of the world's most accomplished pickleball professionals, RPO's programs combine proven coaching methodologies with a continuously evolving curriculum informed by the professional game. With a growing international community of coaches and workshops conducted across North America, Asia, Europe, Africa, and Australia, RPO is helping shape the future of pickleball through education.
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