Meet the Coaches
Dave LURIE
IPTPA & Pickleball Global level 1 certified coach
Dave Lurie is a level 1 accredited pickleball coach with IPTPA & Pickleball Global. Dave is completely addicted to pickleball and is passionate about helping others get involved in the game and improve their skills.
Dave’s Notable Tournament Achievements:
GOLD MEDAL – 2022 Australian Championships Mens Doubles 50+ (2.5 – 3.5 division)
GOLD MEDAL – 2022 Victorian State Teams Challenge (intermediate division)
GOLD MEDAL – 2022 Pan Pacific Games Mens 35+ Doubles (3.5 – 4.0 division)
GOLD MEDAL – 2023 Sommerville Classic Mens 50+ (3.5+ division)
GOLD MEDAL – 2023 Victorian Open Mens 50+ Singles (3.5 division)
Dave spends a lot of time practicing and drilling throughout the week to hone his skills and improve his own game. He believes getting better at pickleball is all about the 1%ers, making small improvements that compound over time.
Dave specialises in private beginner to intermediate pickleball coaching lessons and provides pickleball lessons in Melbourne at various locations.
CHRIS BAUM
IPTPA & Pickleball Global level 1 certified coach
Chris Baum is a level 1 Pickleball Global certified coach who loves pickleball. An accomplished player, Chris enjoys helping beginners and intermediate players learn and improve their game.
Chris’s Notable Tournament Achievements: