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Elmira Avenue ParkPickleball Venue in Durham, NC

5.0(117 coach reviews)

1 coachFrom $86 per lesson

Elmira Avenue Park - Pickleball venue

🏓Durham, NC

Outdoor pickleball court in Durham

Courts

8

Setting

Outdoor

open-air

Parking

On-site

Community park with parking available. Located in South Durham spanning 11.86 acres with various recreational facilities.

1 pickleball coach at Elmira Avenue Park

Every coach below teaches at Elmira Avenue Park. Pick the one that fits your level - they handle the rest.

About Russ

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!

What students say...

"Russ is helpful and makes good suggestions on how to inprove your game.

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About Elmira Avenue Park

Community park with 8 tennis courts featuring pickleball lines. Free outdoor courts available on first-come, first-serve basis in South Durham.

When to come

A steady-traffic venue. Lessons book up fastest on weekday evenings and weekend mornings.

Amenities

Parking: Community park with parking available. Located in South Durham spanning 11.86 acres with various recreational facilities.
Outdoor facility
Entrance: Located at 540 Elmira Ave in South Durham. Park features playground, basketball courts, tennis courts with pickleball lines, picnic shelters, and greenway trail access.

Where you'll play

540 Elmira Ave, Durham, NC 27707, USA

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Lessons at Elmira Avenue Park, explained

Lessons at Elmira Avenue Park start at $86 per lesson. The exact price depends on the coach, the session length, and whether you book solo or split a group lesson with friends — and your first lesson is always free.

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Reviews for coaches at Elmira Avenue Park

5.0(117 coach reviews)

Sanjay D.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1•Verified ✓

Finding Russ's lesson pretty helpful overall. He was very knowledgeable, patient, and quite instructive, which made understanding the basics more straightforward. Though there's room to keep developing on racquet technique and strategy, I appreciated his approach and the clear guidance he provided. Still, I’m hoping future lessons will focus more on extra tips for gameplay tactics. If you're interested in solid basics and a thoughtful instructor, you might consider trying Russ.

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Joanna P.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓

The lesson with Russ was quite helpful, especially in working on my pickleball skills at a comfortable pace. The focus on specific mechanics really helped me understand my game better, though I still see room for refinement. I appreciated the calm, clear manner in which he explained things, making the learning process feel natural. Still, I might try more lessons to build on what I covered. If you're looking for thoughtful instruction, I’d suggest giving Russ a try.

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Joanna P.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 17•Verified ✓

I found the lesson quite helpful, especially with the focus on controlling shot placement. Though I still need to practice more to really solidify what we covered, I think with consistent work I'll improve. Russ's approach was straightforward, and I appreciated the practical tips he shared. Still, more guided drills could make a real difference for me. If you're looking to refine your control, trying him out might be worth considering.

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Tim S.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓

The lesson was quite helpful, especially in working on my serve accuracy, though I think I still need to improve my volley game. Russ explained some key strategies clearly and kept things pretty practical, which I appreciated. Still, I’m hoping future lessons will focus a bit more on footwork to really boost my overall play. If you're looking to get a balanced rundown of pickleball skills, you might want to give Russ a try.

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Rachel M.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓

I really enjoyed gaining hands-on gameplay experience during the lesson with Russ. It helped me understand how to apply different techniques in real matches. For anyone wanting to improve their pickleball skills in a practical way, Russ’s lessons are a great choice. You’ll get plenty of chances to play and learn at the same time. Give it a try and see for yourself! 👋

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Tim S.Verified ✓

Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 9•Verified ✓

What stood out most was Russ’s vast experience, which clearly matches our skill level and goals. The lesson was well-structured and enjoyable, providing solid guidance on technique. If you’re looking to improve your pickleball game, Russ’s sessions are definitely worth trying. The positive energy and clear tips make learning both fun and effective. Give it a go! 😊

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