TOBIAS "TOBI" GOLBERG

Certified Coach

Tobias Golberg is a 5.0+ player, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), and PPR-certified pickleball coach with a deep passion for both competing and teaching the game. At 26, he has quickly established himself as a rising talent, training and competing at the highest levels while helping players of all ages reach their potential.

Tobi has been playing pickleball for over two years and has already competed in major events on the APP and PPA Tours. He is currently pursuing pro qualification with the goal of earning full professional status, bringing first-hand knowledge of what it takes to compete at the sport’s elite level.

With his background as a CSCS, Tobi brings a unique edge to his coaching. He understands how proper training, strength, and conditioning directly translate to better performance, injury prevention, and long-term player development. His approach combines technical pickleball instruction with physical preparation to maximize results.

As a coach, Tobi is driven by seeing players progress. His sessions emphasize fundamentals, strategy, and high-level repetition to give athletes the tools they need to level up their game. At Chicago Pickleball Academy, he combines his own journey toward the pro ranks with his passion for fitness and coaching, inspiring the next generation of athletes to love the game and push their limits.