Winning Pickleball
Dave puts pickleball in the Guinness World Records!
Hired as the first pickleball consultant responsible for researching historical data and creating fun new records. He is pictured on page 253 for his contributions.
GWR sells 3.5 million copies annually!
Winning Pickleball on sale at Pictona!
Pictona is the third largest pickleball facility in the world with 48 courts and a beautiful 1000 seat stadium court. It is home to PPA, MLP and APP tour events.
DAVE'S BOOK ON SALE AT THE #1 LARGEST PICKLEBALL FACILITY IN THE WORLD!
Appearances
Date | Event |
January 2027 | Guest Speaker. National Pickleball Center. Naples, FL. Time and Date TBA. |
February 2027 | "Think Your Way to Better Pickelball" Seminar. The Villages. Time and Location TBA. |
February 25, 2026 | Stadium Court Guest Speaker. Camp Pictona @Holly Hill. Daytona Beach, FL |
January 26, 2026 | "Think Your Way to Better Pickleball" Seminar. The Villages. Rohan Recreation Center. 3:30-5 pm. Cost $18 for residents. $24 Guests. |
February 26, 2026 | "Think Your Way to Better Pickleball" Seminar. The Villages, Florida. Ezell Recreation Center. 3:30 to 5 pm. Cost $18 for residents. $24 Guests. |
Date | Event |
August 2025 | Guinness World Records. 2026 Edition. Consultant. Responsible for researching all historical records and creating new records for pickleball. Credited on Page 253. |
May 20, 2025 | Get Fit Now Website, Article: 6 Tips to Fix Back Pain Playing Pickleball. https://getfitnow.com/6-tips-to-fix-back-pain-playing-pickleball/ |
October 8, 2024 | U.S. New and World Reports 360 Reviews. Contributing Author, Article: 6 Best Pickleball Shoes to Stomp the Competition in 2024. https://www.usnews.com/360-reviews/fitness/best-pickleball-shoes |
July 22, 2024 | Self Magazine - Contributing Author, Article: The 10 Best Pickleball Paddles For All Types of Players |
June 24, 2024 | Get Fit Now Website, Article: 6 Reasons Why You Should Play Pickleball |
Date | Media History |
June 16, 2025 | "Play with the Coaches Night" Gorilla House Gym, Altoona, PA. 6 to 8 pm. |
April 17, 2025 | Seminar. "Think Your Way to Better Pickleball." The Villages Enrichment Academy. Lake Miona Recreaction Center. 4 to 5:30 pm. |
November 15, 2024 | Book Signing. Barnes and Noble. The Villages, Florida. Fort Sumter Landing. 2-3:30 pm |
November 12 &14, 2024 | Seminar. "Think Your Way to Better Pickleball" The Villages Enrichment Academy. Colony Cottage and Ezell recreation centers. 4-5:30 |
October 21, 2024 | SEMINAR: The ARC Building, 6 pm, Altoona, PA |
June 29, 2024 | SEMINAR: Reservoir Park, Tyrone, PA |
June 20, 2024 | TV INTERVIEW: Six in the Morning with Dave Davis and LeAnne Taylor, KOTV Tulsa (CBS) |
May 24, 2024 | SIGNING: Books-a-Million, Southlake Mall, Merrillville, IN |
May 20, 2024 | ARTICLE: Selkirk Website: From tennis to pickleball: David Satka weaves a tale of progression and strategy... |
May 19, 2024 | TV INTERVIEW: Terre Haute Evening News, WTWO 2 |
May 19, 2024 | SEMINAR + SIGNING: Rally in the Valley Tournament, Brittlebank Park, Terre Haute, IN |
May 17, 2024 | Q&A + SIGNING: Barnes and Noble, Greyhound Plaza, Carmel, IN |
May 4, 2024 | SIGNING: Barnes and Noble, Altoona, PA |
April 22, 2024 | ARTICLE: "Local man's forthcoming book shines a light on pickleball," Altoona Mirror |
Lessons
Lesson Fees
Private lesson - $60/hr + indoor court fees (if necessary)
Package of 5 private lessons - $250
Semi-private lesson - $35 per person
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3 people - $25 per person
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4 people - $20 per person
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5 people - $18 per person
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6 people - $16 per person