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PB 201 Pickleball First Step - Adults

This course is part of a series that consists of 4 courses, each course having 2 two-hour long sessions. The series is ideal for the beginning player who has been introduced to pickleball by friends or by attending Pictona’s Pickleball 101 class. Players who complete the series will be playing successful pickleball and most importantly, having fun doing so!

Course Description: Players who enroll in this course will participate in fun drills and instructor guided games in order to learn basic pickleball shots and strategies. Pickleball rules and scoring will also be reviewed briefly. Instructor will demonstrate drills that can be done outside of class to enhance skill development.

Session 1:

  • Brief review of scoring and rules
  • Drilling the 2 types of serves (drop, volley) and basic service return
  • Ball control drills designed for developing the “feel” for placing the ball
  • Learn and practice the “Hitting Zone” as well as paddle position
  • Basic forehand and backhand strokes

Session 2

  • Introduction to basic blocking techniques 
  • Basic dinking technique and purpose
  • When to “get to the line” and why
  • Beginning court positioning and playing with a partner
  • Instructor guided games with critique

Course Instructor: Paul Lambers

Course Duration: 2 Sessions, 2 Hours Per Session 

Course Prerequisites: PB 101 

Course Recommended for: Novice, Beginner 2.0-3.0 levels 

Class Limits:  4-8 students

Cost: Course Fee: Member $100, Nonmembers $130
              Series Fee:  Member $320, Nonmembers $450

If you sign up for the full Adult Steps Series you will receive a 20% discount.  You can register HERE.

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