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Hey! I'm Manan, a competitive pickleball player and certified coach based in Cary, NC. I have a 4.6 DUPR rating and have competed consistently in 5.0-level tournaments. I've also loved the competitive side of pickleball, but I also really enjoy helping other people get better and have fun on the court. I work with players of all ages and skill levels, and ill adjust each lesson based on what you're looking to improve.
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
Welcome! I'm excited to help you start or continue your pickleball journey. I believe pickleball should be fun, challenging, and rewarding for everyone. My coaching style combines skill development, game strategy, and plenty of encouragement to help players improve while enjoying every lesson. No matter your experience level, I'll meet you where you are and help you take your game to the next level.
"Jacob is such a good coach, brought my level up so much these past lessons
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Private pickleball lessons in Durham average $64 for a week of lessons, with 21 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 6 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 $64 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.
Private pickleball lessons in Durham are built around your goals. Whatever you want to improve, a coach can focus each session on it. Here are the areas coaches in Durham work on most.
Win at the kitchen line with controlled dinks, resets, and patience. Durham coaches build the soft game that decides most pickleball points.
Start each point on the front foot with a deep serve and return. A coach in Durham works on consistency, depth, and placement off both shots.
Master the third-shot drop and the transition to the net. Pickleball coaches in Durham teach when to drop, when to drive, and how to take the line.
Speed up the game, defend the body, and finish points at the net. Durham coaches sharpen your hands, reaction time, and shot selection up front.
Move as a team, cover the middle, and stay in the right spot on the court. Pickleball coaches in Durham drill footwork and doubles strategy.
Looking for pickleball coaching for kids in Durham? We match kids and teens — from first-timers to high-school and club players — with coaches who specialize in junior development. Private kids pickleball lessons run at the same weekly rate as adult lessons.
Pickleball lessons for kids and teensEvery coach who works with kids goes through identity and background screening before being matched with young students, and their safety vetting is shown on their profile — so you can book with confidence.
Coaches in Durham teach juniors from as young as 5 through high-school and competitive athletes, tailoring each session to your child's age, level, and goals — whether that is first-time fundamentals, building confidence, or tryout and team prep.
Parents are welcome to stay and watch — many do, especially with younger kids — but it is never required. Either way, your coach shares progress and what to practice between 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.
Coach Marcelo
pickleball coach
Required: Athletic Attire (like tennis). 1 or 2 rackets. Optional: Extra balls/ball hopper/ball bag Water bottle
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
99 total ratings
and here are the coaches with top player ratings:
Number of certified coaches in Durham
5 certified coaches
Average length of time coaches in Durham have been teaching for
4.5 years on average
How many coaches teach pickleball in Durham
21 coaches
Average cost of a pickleball lesson in Durham
$64 per lesson
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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 • 5 pickleball coaches teach here