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Tatiana P.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 3
“I had my very first pickleball lesson with Ryan, and I couldn’t be happier! In just one hour, I noticed a significant improvement in my technique and overall performance. Ryan explained everything clearly, broke down the skills step by step, and made the session both fun and effective. I left feeling more confident and excited to keep playing. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to learn or take their game to the next level!”
Beginner training plan
Your first lessonGoal: Build comfort and excitement.
• Intro & Equipment Overview: Paddle grip, court zones, scoring basics
• Warm-Up: Shadow swings, light dinking
• Drills:
• Paddle control: Bounce ball on paddle
• Soft hands: Short dinks across kitchen
• Game: Cooperative rally
Lesson 11+Goal: Sharpen strategy and prepare for competitive or social play
• Drills:
• Attack vs defend scenarios
• Lob & overhead practice
• Stacking + positioning strategies
• Conditioned Games
• Match Coaching: Let them play, then coach in real-time
Lesson 4-10Goal: Build consistency, strategy, and confidence
• Advanced Drills:
• Third shot drop/drive intro
• Volley and block drills
• Transition zone awareness
• Cross-court dinking battles
• Situational Play: Practice serving, returning, dinking, and moving as a unit
• Weekly Challenge Match (to track improvement)
Lesson 2-3Goal: Develop control + introduce real rally structure
• Warm-Up: Short-court dinks → progress to full court
• Drills:
• Groundstrokes (forehand & backhand from baseline)
• Serve + return basics
• Footwork ladder drills (light movement)
• Mini Match Play: Start point play but low pressure
What you need to bring
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