Beginner training plan
Your first lessonPickleball Drills
• Bounce–Hit Drill: Players let the ball bounce and gently tap it over to learn timing and control
• Kitchen Line Mini-Rallies: Short controlled rallies near the net to build touch
• Target Serving: Serving into large zones to learn proper form and rules
Tennis Drills
• Drop Feed Forehand & Backhand: Coach drops the ball to focus on clean contact
• Bounce–Hit Control Drill: Builds timing and basic swing path
• Racquet Coordination Drill: Tapping ball on the strings for control
Focus: Grip, basic swing technique, rules, scoring, movement, and overall skill evaluation
Lesson 2-3Pickleball Drills
• Cross-Court Dinking: Soft controlled shots to build consistency and patience
• Baseline Rally Drill: Continuous rally to improve consistency
• Serve + Return Flow Drill: Learning real point rhythm
Tennis Drills
• Mini-Court Rally: Short-court consistency and control
• Cross-Court Rally: Learning safe rally positioning
• Target Hitting: Aiming at zones for accuracy
Focus: Shot consistency, movement, directional control, and basic strategy
Lesson 4-10Pickleball Drills
• Third Shot Drop Drill: Soft shots from baseline into the kitchen
• Volley Reaction Drill: Quick hand speed and reflex work at the net
• Transition Zone Drill: Moving from baseline to net under control
Tennis Drills
• Serve + 1 Drill: Serve followed by a controlled first rally shot
• Approach & Volley Drill: Attacking short balls and finishing at the net
• Live Rally Points: Point play starting with coach-fed balls
Focus: Positioning, shot selection, net control, partner communication, and match awareness
Lesson 11+Pickleball Drills
• Speed-Up & Counter Drill: Attacking and defending fast exchanges at the net
• Poaching Drill: Learning aggressive net movement in doubles
• Pressure Point Play: Playing only at high-score situations
Tennis Drills
• Consistency Under Pressure Drill: Long rally requirements
• Directional Pattern Drill: Cross-court before attacking down the line
• Match Simulation Sets: Full set play with live coaching
Focus: Advanced strategy, consistency under pressure, mental toughness, and competitive habits
What you need to bring • Players are strongly encouraged to bring their own paddle for the best experience
• For tennis sessions, players must bring their own racket
What I can bringFor each session, I will provide:
• A full basket of balls for drills (pickleballs for pickleball sessions, tennis balls for tennis sessions)
• A pickleball paddle available for use if needed
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
We totally understand that life can be unpredictable and plans might change. That's
why we've got your back with our flexible cancellation policy, designed to give you
peace of mind when booking private sports lessons with our awesome local instructors!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!
