Karin Franco

My name is Karin Franco, I've been Married to a wonderful Man, Carlos for 32 years. I am a mother of two grown children a daughter and son who have families of their own.  Therefore, I have four beautiful granddaughters.

By profession I am a Physical therapist Assistant for the past 30 years, and currently working as a per diem therapist. My passion currently is Pickleball coaching at all levels and leveraging my PT experience for using good body mechanics to prevent injuries for lasting years of Pickleball playing

I am an active individual, with paddle boarding, snowshoeing, I practice yoga and strengthen and conditioning sessions for the past three years. I currently Play Pickleball for the past 5 years. I play up to 5 and 6 times a week and have played in several tournaments, including the past two years at the Minto US Open Pickleball tournament. I am a PPR certified Coach and my love for this sport has me coaching beginner and intermediate players. 

I actively play in several Pickleball tournaments yearly over the past 5 years. 2024 Tournament places in Washington State, Florida, New Hampshire, Maine, Connecticut and Massachusetts. Medaling in 95% at these tournmensts. 

I'm also a world traveler, touring many countries, such as Italy, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand. Fuji Islands, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Panama, Brazil, Chili, Argentina, China.  Traveled within the USA and visited several Caribbean Islands.