meet our pros
Paul Lambers - Director of Pickleball
Pickleball Director & Instructor Paul Lambers has been teaching players to play and develop their skills for the last 17 years. Paul’s lessons are upbeat and entail lots of drilling in order to reinforce what was learned in class. Whether you are a player who has just learned how to play, or an advanced player looking to enhance certain skills, Paul’s classes can help you reach your pickleball goals.
Each of Instructor Paul’s lessons consist of an assessment of skill level, then performing the appropriate drills with the student(s) to improve. You’ll take away skills and strategies you can use right away on the courts.
Paul is available for Private, Semi-Private, and Group Lessons. You can schedule on the Court Reserve app, or email Paul at Paul@PickleandPintFL.com.
Paula Rives - Head Pro & Event Coordinator
A signed touring PPA pro, Paula is a fierce competitor on the global stage. She brought home gold in women’s doubles and silver in mixed doubles at the 2024 European Pickleball Championship, solidifying her place among the world’s elite.
Originally from Spain, Paula earned a full-ride tennis scholarship to play at the collegiate level in the U.S. before making the leap to professional pickleball. Her game has taken her around the world—from the U.S. to India, Canada, and Australia—competing at the highest levels.
With over six years of experience teaching racquet sports, Paula is more than just an athlete—she’s a dedicated coach known for her sharp eye, clear communication, and ability to help players of all levels elevate their game. Whether you're just starting out or aiming to compete, Paula’s coaching brings out the best in every player. You can schedule on the Court Reserve app or email Paula at paula@pickleandpintfl.com.
Tyson Middleton - Instructor
Instructor Tyson Middleton has joined the Pickle & Pint as an instructor.
Tyson has been a mainstay in the Tampa Bay pickleball community. He is an advanced player, as well as an excellent instructor who teaches all levels.
Keep an eye out on the schedule for classes taught by Tyson. He is also available for private, semi-private, and group lessons.
Please click the link below to book Tyson for a lesson today!
meet our table tennis pro
Daniel Górak - Table Tennis Instructor
Daniel Górak is a renowned Polish table tennis player and high-performance coach with over 25 years of experience at the highest levels of international competition.
A five-time Polish national Champion in Singles and a six-time Team Champion, Daniel has represented Poland at multiple European and World Championships, including the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro and the 2015 European Games in Baku. His highest ITTF world ranking was 52, and his USATT rating reached 2796.
Daniel is the founder of Pro Table Tennis Consulting, through which he organizes elite-level training camps and shares his professional expertise with players around the world.
Over the years, he has trained and collaborated with numerous international stars, and today he continues to mentor the next generation of athletes. Since 2022, Daniel has been part of the elite coaching team of Butterfly, one of the world’s leading brands in professional table tennis, joining a select group of internationally recognized coaches.
He currently serves as the captain of the Florida Crocs in the U.S. professional Major League Table Tennis (MLTT).