Pickles and Play | Indoor Pickleball

private training

For those who are looking for the highest level of personal attention, Pickles and Play offers players unmatched private training.

It is structured for those desiring another level of personal coaching and mentorship.

Train with the same Pros trusted by many Professional Pickleball Players. Small Private (1-2 on one) training is the most advantageous training to achieve immediate results. Small Group (2-4) may also be available, contingent on the trainer.

Personal Training: The Details

  • Location: All Sessions Occur at Pickles and Play
  • Personal Pickleball Training Session is 60 Minutes
  • Private Sessions are 1-2 Persons Max, small group are 2-4 Persons max
  • Sessions can be scheduled daily, weekly or monthly
  • For maximum results, repetition is the key. Most sign up for 5/10 pack
  • Private Lessons are Non-Refundable

Lane Ethridge

Lane is the founder of Lane Ethridge Pickleball and co-founder and a Managing Partner of Pickles and Play. He has served as the Director and lead pro instructor at Northridge Country Club, Director of Lifetime Raleigh for 16 months taking it to the top 10 in the country, has served as the President of the Wake Forest Pickleball Association and acted as the lead pro instructor for the inaugural Carpe Dink’Em international pickleball vacations in the Dominican Republic.

His excitement and enthusiasm for training and building the pickleball community is contagious!

Personal Training: The Details

  • Location: All Sessions Occur at Pickles and Play
  • Personal Pickleball Training Session is 60 Minutes
  • Private Sessions are 1-2 Persons Max, small group are 2-4 Persons max
  • Sessions can be scheduled daily, weekly or monthly
  • For maximum results, repetition is the key. Most sign up for 5/10 pack
  • Private Lessons are Non-Refundable

Single Lesson: $100
Payment due at lesson

5 Pack Lessons: $475.00
Payment due at lesson

10 Pack lessons: $900.00
Payment due at lesson

Small Group (2-4 Max)
Single Lesson: $75.00 ea
Payment due at lesson
Small Group (2-4 Max)
5 Pack Lesson: $350.00 ea
Payment due at lesson
Small Group (2-4 Max)
10 Pack Lesson: $775.00 ea
Payment due at lesson

Pam Gilbert

Won Gold in Senior Pro APP New York 2023.Won Gold in Senior Pro APP New York 2023.
Pam Has taught and directed programs in tennis for 40 years and currently teaching pickleball at Lochmere to beginners as well as advanced players, along with coaching her own private students. Pam’s specialty is strategy, shot selection and creation of patterns for doubles teams. Pam is a local player and instructor and will be featured for regular programs and special guest instructor for exclusive opportunities at Pickles and Play such as camps and other special events.

Single Lesson: $100
Payment due at lesson

5 Pack Lessons: $475.00
Payment due at lesson

10 Pack lessons: $900.00
Payment due at lesson

Small Group (2-4 Max)
Single Lesson: $75.00 ea
Payment due at lesson
Small Group (2-4 Max)
5 Pack Lesson: $350.00 ea
Payment due at lesson
Small Group (2-4 Max)
10 Pack Lesson: $775.00 ea
Payment due at lesson

Chapel Hill Local Professional Trainer

Nathan Evans

My name is Nathan Evans and I am the teaching pro at our Chapel Hill location. Welcome to our club! I look forward to meeting you. A little about me – I love the sport of pickleball and truly enjoy teaching the game to players of all levels. My role includes conducting clinics and lessons at Chapel Hill Pickles & Play as well as being involved with leagues, open play, and tournaments. I encourage you to reach out to me personally at [email protected] with any questions regarding open play, clinics, private lessons, or anything else. I look forward to playing with you on the court and getting to know you off the court as well!

Nathan Evans - Pickles and Play

Single Lesson: $100
Payment due at lesson

5 Pack Lessons: $475.00
Payment due at lesson

10 Pack lessons: $900.00
Payment due at lesson

Small Group (2-4 Max)
Single Lesson: $75.00 ea
Payment due at lesson
Small Group (2-4 Max)
5 Pack Lesson: $350.00 ea
Payment due at lesson
Small Group (2-4 Max)
10 Pack Lesson: $775.00 ea
Payment due at lesson
Eric Gilbert - pickles and play

Eric Gilbert

Co Owner, President and Director of Pickleball Brier Creek Pickles and Play

Eric comes with a rich background in various sports and has dedicated the last six years to mastering pickleball. For the past five years, he has competed in professional pickleball tournaments, playing against top names like Ben Johns, Dylan Frazier, JW Johnson, and many more.
Eric is a well-known figure in the Triangle area for his pickleball skills and has been teaching the sport for the last two years. Most recently, he served as the Head Pro at Bentwinds Country Club. His athletic journey began with playing and coaching college baseball, along with a strong foundation in tennis and ping pong.
With Eric’s expertise and strategic understanding of the game, he brings immense value to Pickles and Play. His work ethic and positive attitude are unparalleled, and he is passionate about growing the sport of pickleball. Eric will be teaching and running Pickles and Play in Brier Creek, and we are excited about the growth and attention he will bring to the sport.

Single Lesson: $100
Payment due at lesson

5 Pack Lessons: $475.00
Payment due at lesson

10 Pack lessons: $900.00
Payment due at lesson

Small Group (2-4 Max)
Single Lesson: $75.00 ea
Payment due at lesson
Small Group (2-4 Max)
5 Pack Lesson: $350.00 ea
Payment due at lesson
Small Group (2-4 Max)
10 Pack Lesson: $775.00 ea
Payment due at lesson