The Arbours of HermitagePickleball Venue in Hermitage, TN

Meet Kit Magalei Pickleball Instructor | Tournament Player | Mt. Juliet Pickleball Ambassador With over five years of teaching experience and seven years on the court, Kit Magalei brings a deep passion for Pickleball and a proven track record of success to players of all levels. His background in sports coaching and competitive play—complete with multiple tournament medals—gives Kit a unique ability to break down the game and help others improve with confidence and clarity. As the current **Pickleball Ambassador for the City of Mt. Juliet, TN**, Kit plays a key role in building and supporting a thriving Pickleball community. He leads clinics, mentors new players, and helps organize events that welcome everyone from beginners to seasoned athletes. Kit’s teaching style is approachable, encouraging, and focused on fundamentals, strategy, and fun. Whether you’re stepping onto the court for the first time or looking to take your game to the next level, Kit is committed to helping you grow, compete, and love the game.

"That lesson with Kit was quite thorough, really emphasizing detail and helping me work on specific skills. Though consistent improvement is still needed, I appreciate Kit's focus on practical aspects of pickleball and his attentive coaching style. Still, I feel like continued practice will really make a difference. If you're interested in steady progress, you might find Kit's approach worth trying out.

Gregg brings a wealth of experience to pickleball instruction, with the ability to teach players from entry-level to 5.0. With 50 years of tennis experience, including a successful collegiate career, he was once rated as high as a USTA 5.0 in tennis. Gregg’s deep understanding of mechanical skills, footwork, and strategy allows him to effectively teach players at all levels, whether they’re just starting out or looking to fine-tune their game. His expertise and passion for both tennis and pickleball make him a skilled and dedicated instructor.