Pickleball – Beginner
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Module 1: Welcome to Pickleball
What Is Pickleball and Why It Has Grown So Quickly
The Social and Recreational Culture of the Sport
What to Expect at Open Play and Community Courts
Course Overview and How to Use This Material
4 lessons
Module 2: Equipment and Court Orientation
Choosing Your First Paddle: Materials, Weight, and Grip Size
Balls, Shoes, and Appropriate Attire
Reading the Court: Lines, Zones, and Dimensions
The Non-Volley Zone: What It Is and Why It Matters
4 lessons
Module 3: Rules and Scoring
Core Rules Every Beginner Must Know
The Two-Bounce Rule Explained
Understanding Faults and How They Affect Play
How to Keep Score: Side-Out Scoring and Rally Scoring Basics
Starting a Game: Serving Order and Positioning
5 lessons
Module 4: Grip, Stance, and Ready Position
The Continental Grip and Why Beginners Should Start There
Athletic Stance and Balanced Ready Position
Footwork Basics: Split Step and Weight Transfer
Common Grip and Stance Mistakes to Avoid
4 lessons
Module 5: The Serve and Return of Serve
Legal Serve Rules and the Underhand Motion
Developing a Consistent Forehand Serve
Placement Goals: Keeping the Serve Deep
The Return of Serve: Purpose and Basic Execution
Common Serving Errors and How to Correct Them
5 lessons
Module 6: Groundstrokes: Forehand and Backhand
Forehand Groundstroke Mechanics
Backhand Groundstroke Mechanics
Hitting with Control: Contact Point and Follow-Through
Cooperative Rallying Drills for Beginners
Recognizing and Fixing Common Groundstroke Errors
5 lessons
Module 7: Volleys and the Non-Volley Zone
What Is a Volley and When to Use It
Forehand and Backhand Volley Technique
Non-Volley Zone Rules in Practice: Staying Legal
Punch Volley Drills for Control
Transitioning Safely to and from the Kitchen Line
5 lessons
Module 8: The Dink: Pickleball's Essential Soft Shot
What Is a Dink and Why It Is Central to Pickleball
Dink Technique: Grip Pressure, Arc, and Landing Zone
Cross-Court vs. Straight Dinking
Cooperative Dinking Drills for Beginners
Patience and Decision-Making in the Soft Game
5 lessons
Module 9: Putting It All Together: Playing Your First Games
Basic Court Positioning for Doubles Play
Shot Selection: Choosing the Right Shot for the Situation
Etiquette During Play: Line Calls, Scoring Disputes, and Sportsmanship
Guided Practice Games with Structured Feedback
Reflecting on Your Game and Setting Personal Goals
5 lessons
Module 9: Putting It All Together: Playing Your First Games
Etiquette During Play: Line Calls, Scoring Disputes, and Sportsmanship
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