Private Lessons & Coaches in Clayton, NC

Degree in Sports Sciences with experience in MiLB with Detroit Tigers and the LVBP with Caribes de Anzoategui and Tigres de Aragua respectively. I have more than 20 years dedicated to baseball, I offer personalized coaching, emphasizing skill development. My passion lies in helping players reach their full potential while fostering a love for the game. I provide professional guidance, nurturing growth both on and off the field. I also have years of experience as a personal Strength and Conditioning Coach.

"I played with the Detroit Tigers, and I'm currently an active player in Venezuela and other countries! My experience with Thomas was incredibly important at the beginning of my career because I was able to understand many exercise terms I wasn't familiar with, and that helped me grow a lot and learn to take care of my body in a very effective way! He's an excellent person and an excellent professional!

Hi, I'm Ria! Golf has been my passion for the past 10 years. I played Varsity Women’s Golf at Apex high school for 4 years and currently have an 11 handicap. Over the past 5 years, I've shifted my focus to coaching. I love helping others discover and improve their game. Interested in learning or honing your skills? Let's hit the greens and learn together!

"Ria kept things simple and focused on a few things that I can see will help improve my game. Now it’s up to me to consistently employ them. I’m looking forward to my next lesson with Ria.

I am a USPTA certified instructor. I am a former college player and was a head coach at the college level. I have been teaching for 25 years and served as the head pro at several clubs. Looking forward to working with you!

PPR certified pickleball coach. 4.0 player with several competitive Gold Medals. Teaching beginners and intermediate players for 5+ years now. Ages teen thru senior. Priority one is that my students always have fun while learning.

"Ed was quite helpful, especially with my net game, emphasizing paddle control and passing on helpful tips like holding my ground and hitting down on lobs. Still, more practice on dinking and unattackable serves would be great, though I left feeling more confident. If you're interested in sharpening specific skills, Ed's a solid choice to try out.

My passion for pickleball is contagious! I've played competitively, and as an experienced player I bring three years of expertise to every lesson. Ensuring you develop sound technique and strategic gameplay while learning at a pace that suits you.

"Jarrett was such a great instructor. In just an hour with him, he helped improve a lot of my technique and taught me a lot of strategy. I am so glad that I started working with him.

From aspiring beginner to seasoned competitor, I'm dedicated to helping you elevate your game. With 17 years of experience, including time as a professional athlete, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a passion for sharing my love of tennis. Let's work together to unlock your full potential on the court!

"That lesson with Edward was quite helpful. I appreciated how he explained different strokes, which made the techniques feel more approachable for me. Though I still need to improve my footwork, I left feeling pretty encouraged about future progress. Still, I’m optimistic that with more lessons, I’ll keep getting better at reading the game, and Edward's guidance definitely made a difference. If you’re looking for someone who offers clear, practical advice, Edward’s lessons are worth considering.

Gary Lee is a PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, competitive player, and experienced sports leader with 25+ years of coaching, teaching, and program leadership. A 2025 PPA semifinalist, Gary brings current competitive experience to every lesson, combining sound fundamentals, smart strategy, and practical game development. He works with beginners through advanced players, helping athletes improve technique, consistency, movement, court positioning, shot selection, and confidence. His coaching style is positive, student-centered, and built around learning through play. Whether your goal is to learn the game, improve your skills, compete at a higher level, or simply have more fun on the court, Gary is passionate about helping players become better—and enjoy the journey along the way.

"Gary really knows his stuff! Working all of my weak spots is super helpful with a pro!

I played division three golf in college and upstate New York. I am a seven handicap and have given many lessons. I can work with all ages, and one takeaway guaranteed is that we’ll have a great time doing it! Can help work with golfers at all levels, whether your looking to improve a specific part of your game, or just getting started, I’ll have a program that will help you reach your goals!

Fueling a passion for soccer for 30 years, I'm dedicated to nurturing talent and fostering a love for the beautiful game. My coaching philosophy centers on building a strong foundation of technical skills, tactical awareness, and sportsmanship, empowering players to reach their full potential on and off the field. Trained male and female soccer players at the Camp, Club, High School, Olympic Development Programs and College levels.

I transform potential into performance, making mindset, skill, tactical awareness, and confidence my priorities. I draw on many years of teaching experience, technical expertise, and a supportive, structured approach to deliver individualized football coaching that fosters growth and enjoyment.