Peak Academy
Structured classes, private lessons, group training, and junior programs — for every level.
View & Register on CourtReservePeak Academy instructors bring professional credentials and real-world playing experience to every session.
Pickleball Coach
Former collegiate tennis player turned pickleball evangelist. Julie designed Peak Academy’s progressive curriculum and leads instructor development. She specializes in strategy for intermediate players making the jump to competitive play.
Lead Coach • DUPR 6.0+
Eric brings 15 years of racket sport coaching to Peak. He has been ranked as high as 16th in singles in the world in PPA rankings, and top 40 in both mixed and men’s doubles.
He currently holds the 4th highest DUPR rating in Asia. Eric runs multiple clinics and lessons at Peak, ranging from cardio pickleball to 3 and me and coached gameplays, where his experience playing at the highest level is translated to amateur players through improvements to technique, strategy, and decision making.
Eric has also served as an SEC championship coach for the University of Georgia Women’s tennis team and the Swarthmore College Men’s tennis team.
Coach & Community Lead • PPR Certified • DUPR 4.5+
Liz is Peak’s go-to for beginners and social players. She leads introductory clinics, ladies’ leagues, and community round-robins with an emphasis on fun-first fundamentals and building confidence on the court.
Performance Coach • CSCS • DUPR 5.0+
Ryan bridges the gap between athletic training and on-court performance. With a strength-and-conditioning background, he coaches movement efficiency, injury prevention, and the physical edge competitive players need.
Coach & Events Coordinator • PPR Certified • DUPR 4.5+
Alex handles group training, corporate events, and specialty clinics. His patient teaching style and tournament-management experience make him the backbone of Peak’s event-day operations and private lesson roster.
Beginner to advanced structured classes, plus 8 specialty clinic formats for targeted skill development.
One-on-one and small group lessons with customized focus, flexible scheduling, and YOU PICK options.
Corporate teams, schools, and social groups — we provide courts, instructors, and a complete game plan.
Clinics, camps, academy training, and competitive leagues for players ages 8–18.
Also at Peak Time
Progressive skill development from first paddle to tournament play.
Clinics
$30
per session • 60–90 min
Drop-in group classes organized by level. 4:1 student-to-coach ratio. Multi-class packs available at a discount.
Private Lessons
$75+
per hour • 1-on-1 or small group
Customized instruction with video review. “YOU PICK” format lets you choose your focus area each session.
Beginner Clinic
Rules, grip, serve, rally basics
Intermediate Clinic
Third-shot drops, dinking patterns, transition
Advanced Clinic
Speed-ups, counter-attacks, advanced strategy
Competitive Drilling
Point-play scenarios, tournament simulation
Dink & Strategy
Soft-game mastery, kitchen-line tactics
Serve & Return
Placement, spin variations, return depth
Doubles Strategy
Stacking, poaching, partner communication
Singles Clinic
Court coverage, shot selection, conditioning
Women’s Clinic
Supportive environment, all levels
Junior Academy
Ages 8–18, competitive development track
Charlotte’s most structured path from first paddle to tournament podium.
Certified Pros
PPR / IPTPA / PTR certified instructors with competitive playing backgrounds.
Progressive Curriculum
Clear level-based progression so you always know what to work on next.
Small Class Sizes
Maximum 4:1 student-to-coach ratio in every clinic format.
Indoor Courts
Climate-controlled facility — train year-round regardless of weather.
Video Analysis
Private lessons include recorded play review and personalized feedback.
All Ages & Levels
Junior programs through senior leagues — beginners to 5.0+ players.
Whether you picked up a paddle yesterday or you’re chasing a medal, Peak Academy meets you where you are and takes you further.
View clinic and lesson schedules on CourtReserve.