Clinics & Coaching
Chip’s Instructors
Max Detlefsen
Head Pro
max@chipspickleball.com
Max is PPR certified and loves the strategic and competitive components of pickleball. He is a 4.6 player who participates in tournaments often. Max’s tournament successes include a 3rd place win at the 2024 CT Summer sendoff and a 1st place win for singles at the Picklebarn Frozen Open.
Some fun facts about Max are that he is half Canadian and he has a large hockey jersey collection! Max is currently studying finance at St. Thomas and worked with us for his internship! Since then, he’s become a regular, working to improve his game and sharing his passion with other players!
Nate Moore
Nate is a PPR certified coach who plays at the 4.75 level. He started getting into pickleball through his parents in 2016 (he’s a bit of a pioneer). He loves pickleball because it is a dynamic sport that helps build community.
He brings the fun into coaching with a positive attitude and by creating a safe environment for players to learn and grow. Nate loves coaching players of all levels and meeting them where they’re at in their pickleball journey!
Outside of pickleball, Nate can be found making music, playing volleyball, doing photography, and traveling.
Linette Ramsay
Linette is a PPR-certified pickleball coach who plays at the 4.0+ level and is a PPA and Senior Games silver medalist.
She loves that pickleball brings generations together, allowing grandchildren to play alongside their grandparents. As an accessible sport for all ages and skill levels, pickleball creates opportunities for connection, fun, and growth. Linette also enjoys how stepping onto the court helps her tune out distractions, focus on the game, and connect with fellow players.
Passionate about helping others enjoy the sport, Linette coaches both co-ed and women’s clinics. She focuses on helping players build skills, gain confidence, and have fun while improving their game.
Whether you’re new to pickleball or ready to take your skills to the next level, Linette welcomes you to join her on the court!
Tim Johanson
Tim is a certified PPR coach who is deeply passionate about the game. His pickleball journey began while recovering from a grade 3 hamstring tear from waterskiing. While rehabilitating, he discovered pickleball as a way to stay active and hasn’t stopped playing since!
Tim has competed in tournaments and is drawn to the social and competitive aspects of the game. He loves teaching and helping players develop their skills and capabilities. He believes it’s important to stay active and physically fit, and pickleball is a fun way to burn calories while chasing a ball!
Pricing
Private Lesson (1 Player)
Chip’s Instructor: $85 | Head Pro Max Detlefsen: $100
One-on-one instruction with a Chip’s Instructor is the perfect way to focus in on a specific skill or strategy.
Semi-Private Lesson (2 Player)
Chip’s Instructor: $100 | Head Pro Max Detlefsen $115
Semi-Private lessons are designed for two people to work on specific skills with a Chip’s Instructor. This is the perfect kind of lesson to help prepare your team for a tournament!
3 Players + Pro
Chip’s Instructor: $115 | Head Pro Max Detlefsen $130
3 players receive instruction as a Chip’s pro plays some points with your group and gives you pointers along the way!
4 Players + Pro
Chip’s Instructor: $130 | Head Pro Max Detlefsen $145
Find your group of four and work on group drills or play some games and receive live play coaching!