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Dominating the pickleball court is about strategy, agility, and a little bit of fun! As a USAP Level 1 Referee, IPTPA Level 2 Certified Coach, USAP Ambassador and multiple local tournament winner, I'm passionate about helping all levels of players elevate their game. Let's work together to unlock your full potential on the court!
"Great Coach!
Ready to Elevate Your Pickleball Game? Whether you’re picking up a paddle for the first time or looking to sharpen your skills, I offer expert, personalized coaching designed to meet you where you are—and take you further. As a PCI-certified Pickleball coach with years of experience guiding players from beginners to advanced, I create custom lesson plans that focus on your unique goals and areas for improvement. Let’s unlock your potential and have fun doing it. Book your first session today and see the difference personalized coaching makes!
"Russ is helpful and makes good suggestions on how to inprove your game.
I’m a certified pickleball instructor with years of experience. I work at Pickles and Play and play pickleball tournaments at a national level. I work with beginners and advanced players and bring results and most of all lots of fun I use courts in my Coachman’s Trail development mostly which are quiet I offer the most affordable package rates in Raleigh I’m also a paddle rep and have dozens of pickleball paddles to use
"Neal was great, for a beginner that has never played Tennis, he went above and beyond explaining the rules and easy to adopt techniques, i highlyyyy recommend Neal!! I am looking forward to my upcoming lessons with him..
Pickleball has become my passion, and I love sharing that passion with others. As an experienced player with two years of experience, I bring a fun yet focused approach to every lesson, helping players of all levels elevate their game. Let's get on the court together and unlock your pickleball potential!
"Very patient and observant coach. Very thorough coaching plan over the hour lesson. Coach Logan truly watches and gives tips, advice, and instruction to develop skills.
Pickleball may be known for its relaxed pace, but my passion for the game is anything but! I bring my experience as a player and a year of dedicated coaching to every session, helping you refine your game in a fun, supportive atmosphere. Let's get on the court!
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PPR certified pickleball coach. 4.0 player with several competitive Gold Medals. Teaching beginners and intermediate players for 3+ 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.
4.0 Rating. Tournament Player. Let's Find Your Weaknesses and Build Up From There!
"I have had a few lessons with Thomas and I have made great improvements in my game.. He has unique way of teaching that will help you enjoy your lessons. If you are thinking about learning to play pickelball i highly recommend giving Thomas a try.
4.5+ DUPR Competitive player & tournament medalist. PCI level 2 certified instructor. Teaching for 4+ years in privates & clinics at NC State and head coach at the NC State University Club. Founder & player on pickleball team at NC State. USA Pickleball Ambassador.
"Fantastic coach. On the first lesson he tweaked my grip on the paddle which paid immediate dividends in much improved serve accuracy! Highly recommend coach!
Played professional table tennis for 13 years. 5.0+ rated (highest rating 5.130). Selkirk emerging pro sponsored player. 2 time semifinalist at the 2026 US OPEN. Silver and Bronze medalist at the 2025 PPA Virginia Beach Open. First place at the 5.0 event of the 2025 US National ticket the path to Nationals. Over a year of coaching experience. Coached at the two top clubs in NC.
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Private pickleball lessons in Durham average $56 for a week of lessons, with 22 vetted coaches available. Every session is private — 1-on-1 by default, or with your invited group — tailored to your level and goals, at a location and time that work for you.
Pickleball lessons in Durham happen at 9 locations across the city, from Sheraton Imperial Hotel (Tennis Court) to lesser-known neighborhood spots. Bookings open up across weekdays, evenings, and weekend mornings — and if you have a preferred location, your coach meets you there.
Private pickleball lessons in Durham average $56 for a week of lessons. Booking a lesson package brings the per-lesson rate down, and one-off single lessons are also available — what you pay depends on your coach's experience and the session length you choose.
Yes — kids and youth pickleball lessons are available in Durham, with junior students typically starting as young as 5. We match families with coaches who have experience working with young students. The same weekly rate applies whether the student is 6 or 60, and parents can sit in on lessons.
Coach Russ
pickleball coach
We’ll begin with identifying areas that you want to work on and improve. It could be improving your serve accuracy and speed, or working on court positioning, or dealing with bangers, or a variety of other techniques (skills) and tactics (strategies). Each lesson we’ll focus on targeted areas you want to work on and will include drills and game play.
Coach Russ
pickleball coach
We’ll begin with identifying areas that you want to work on and improve. It could be improving your serve accuracy and speed, or working on court positioning, or dealing with bangers, or a variety of other techniques (skills) and tactics (strategies). Each lesson we’ll focus on targeted areas you want to work on and will include drills and game play.
Coach Russ
pickleball coach
All you’ll need are comfortable athletic clothes, court or tennis shoes, and a water bottle for hydration. If you have a paddle, feel free to bring it; otherwise, I’ll provide one. Most importantly, bring your enthusiasm and a positive attitude to enjoy the game.
pickleball coach with the most lessons taught in Durham
Coach Mesa has taught
58 lessons
The location with the most coaches teaching pickleball lessons at
Sheraton Imperial Hotel (Tennis Court)
Average coach player rating
4.93
92 total ratings
and here are the coaches with top player ratings:
Number of certified coaches in Durham
6 certified coaches
Average length of time coaches in Durham have been teaching for
4.8 years on average
How many coaches teach pickleball in Durham
22 coaches
Average cost of a pickleball lesson in Durham
$56 for weekly lessons
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4700 Emperor Blvd, Durham, NC 27703
8.7 miles away • 8 pickleball coaches teach here
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Estridge Dr, Durham, NC 27703
7.8 miles away • 8 pickleball coaches teach here
6815 Garrett Rd, Durham, NC 27707
6.0 miles away • 7 pickleball coaches teach here
