Private Lessons & Coaches in Clayton, NC

From the stage to the studio, my passion for guitar fuels my teaching. With 20 years experience as a recording artist, I tailor lessons to help you achieve your musical aspirations. Let's unlock your potential!

30 years of professional performance, for audiences large and small.  I have always enjoyed teaching guitar to anyone that has interest.  My students say I am very patient and that I make lessons fun.  I also bring extensive experience coaching other skill disciplines like Tennis and Soccer that I can draw upon when finding different ways that different people learn best.

Hi, I’m Trevor Lester — a competitive pickleball player on the path to going pro and a passionate coach dedicated to helping players level up! After five years on court and one year of coaching players from beginners to 4.5s, I’ve learned that success comes from mastering the fundamentals, building confidence, and playing with purpose! My mission is simple: help you play smarter, move better, and win more — while keeping the fun and community spirit that makes pickleball the fastest-growing sport in the world!

I have over five decades of experience as a player and performer of Rock Guitar techniques. I offer expert guidance tailored to each student's growth level and aspirations. My approach blends traditional hand and ear training with modern and traditional rock guitar. If you’re serious about getting really good really fast, you came to the right place. If you can practice regularly I can make you into a great guitar player. Whatever your playing level as a beginner intermediate or advanced player, you will get a serious command of your playing and the instrument! 🎸2004-2010 Lead Guitarist Worship Band Blaine MN 🎸2010-2011 Lead Guitarist 60’s -80’s Cover Band Eagan MN 🎸2019 Lead Guitarist Billy Joel Tribute Band Fuquay Varina NC 🎸2020 -2025 Full Time Rock Guitar Instructor Raleigh NC

"Brian helped me become more proficient to learn and play songs. Before when working on my own I never knew how to to start figuring out songs. Brian made it fun and my confidence and playing has improved a lot.

I coach high school freshman girls VB in Raleigh. I also work with younger girls to introduce VB fundamentals. I focus on skill progression, teamwork & game understanding while building athletic confidence in a safe space. I like to adapt my approach to each player, meeting them where they are to take their games to the next best personal level for them. My coaching style is encouraging, development focused & structured. I like to focus on energy, effort & enthusiasm as we execute skills!

I am PE teacher with over 14 years experience in working students. I am currently a high school basketball head coach. I bring a disciplined, player-centered approach to coaching basketball, blending technical instruction, tactical insight, and individual development. I have taught basketball for many years, helping athletes build skill, confidence, and court awareness. I am committed, professional, and approachable.

I aim to facilitate a friendly, informative space where we can work 1 on 1 to achieve your goals.

Hi! My name is Abir. I played High School soccer competitively as well as played for high level clubs. Would love to share what I learned in a digestible and motivating way.

Former professional tennis player with years of high-level playing, training, and coaching experience. I’ve competed professionally and have also coached players at the WTA level, giving me firsthand insight into the technical, physical, and mental demands of elite tennis. My coaching experience includes working with: * WTA-level players * Competitive juniors * High school players * Tournament competitors * Adult beginners through advanced players

Coach with a proven track record at NC Volleyball Academy for 8 years coaching various ages Coached high school volleyball, both girls and boys at the high school level and currently coaching club volleyball at NC Volleyball Academy, the top volleyball club in NC. Have been playing pickleball for 4 years, both outdoors and indoors. Won 1st place in a 3.5+ Dorcas Seniors Double tournament in 2025. Pickleball Coaching Internation Certified (PCI) Level 1