Beginner training plan
Your first lessonHave a chat about objectives for our lesson together. Go over court markings. Terminologies. Game play rules. Learn proper foot work and before play preparation.Start lessons on dinks, for-hand mechanics and learning serve.
Lesson 2-3Continue working on proper For-hand mechanics. Introduce back hand lesson.Learn blocking and volleys. Continue developing serves. Practice doubles game play using simulation.
Lesson 4-10Continue to drill for-hand. Work on serving. Learn serve return. Learn drop shots and why. Learn higher level dinking.
Lesson 11+Work on game strategy. Shot selection. Teach game scenarios. Continue perfecting for-hand back-hand and volleys and drop shot. Start learning what to expect after a shot is made.
Youth players
Working with kidsWhen working with kids in Pickleball, keep sessions fun, fast-paced, and focused on fundamentals through games and repetition. Start each session with a dynamic warm-up and movement-based game to build coordination, followed by short skill-building segments like paddle control, dinks, serves, and groundstrokes, adjusted for age and ability. Use creative drills like “Kitchen Knockout” or “Serve the Target” to keep them engaged while learning court awareness and teamwork. Emphasize encouragement, communication, and basic strategy over strict technique, and always wrap up with a quick review, high fives, and a fun challenge they can try at home.
