Pickleball Classes
Weekly coached Pickleball masterclasses incorporating beginner and improver drop in sessions as well as competitive matchplay classes
£10.00 PAYG
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Weekly Pickleball Masterclasses offer players a flexible opportunity to work on their game alongside the coaching development pathway and our regular social sport sessions.
Unlike Social Pickleball sessions, which are mainly about friendly game play, Masterclasses are coached sessions with a clear weekly theme, focused practice, and guidance from a coach.
They are ideal for players who want to reinforce what they are learning in coaching, build confidence before joining social sessions, or target a particular skill without committing to a full course.
Beginner Drop-in Pickleball (Weekly Masterclass)
These 1-hour weekly masterclasses are designed for Beginner and Beginner Plus players looking to improve specific areas of their game.
Each session focuses on a different theme—such as serving, rallying, or net play—helping you build confidence, control, and consistency.
Sessions are structured but relaxed, with a focus on developing good habits in a supportive and welcoming environment. The emphasis is on improving your skills while keeping the game enjoyable and accessible.
You can attend sessions on a flexible, drop-in basis, with a full programme of weekly themes published in advance, allowing you to choose the sessions that suit your development.
These sessions are ideal if you want to:
- Build confidence in specific areas of your game
- Reinforce what you’re learning in coaching
- Prepare for Beginner and Beginner Plus social sessions
Improver Drop-in Pickleball (Weekly Masterclass)
These 1-hour weekly masterclasses are designed for Improver and Improver Plus players looking to develop specific areas of their game.
Each session focuses on a key theme—such as third shot drops, dinking, net play, or point construction—helping you improve consistency, control, and decision-making in match situations.
Sessions are structured and purposeful, with a strong emphasis on applying skills in realistic rallies and game-based scenarios. Players are encouraged to think more about how they build and manage points, not just execute shots.
You can attend sessions on a flexible, drop-in basis, with a full programme of weekly themes published in advance, allowing you to target areas of your game that need improvement.
These sessions are ideal if you want to:
- Develop more control and consistency under pressure
- Improve tactical understanding and shot selection
- Apply your skills more effectively in match play
Matchplay Pickleball (DUPR 2.5-3.0) (Weekly Masterclass)
These 90-minute Matchplay sessions are designed for players competing at approximately DUPR 2.5–3.0, typically those at Improver and early Improver Plus level.
Sessions are fully focused on structured doubles matchplay, providing players with the opportunity to test their skills in real game situations while building an official DUPR rating.
Players will compete in a rotation format, playing 4–5 matches per session, with:
- Games played to 11
- Scores recorded and submitted to DUPR
- A variety of partners and opponents
The emphasis is on developing match confidence, understanding how to apply your skills under pressure, and gaining experience in competitive play.
This level is ideal for players who:
- Are stepping up from social play into more competitive matches
- Want to start building and tracking a DUPR rating
- Are developing consistency with core skills such as drops, dinks, and positioning
Matchplay Pickleball (DUPR 3.0-3.5) (Weekly Masterclass)
These 90-minute Matchplay sessions are designed for players competing at approximately DUPR 3.0–3.5, typically Improver Plus players and regular competitors.
Sessions are built around high-quality doubles matchplay, with all results:
- Recorded and submitted to DUPR
- Played to 11 in a structured rotation
- Across 4–5 competitive matches per session
This is a performance-focused environment, where players are expected to compete consistently and apply their skills under pressure.
At this level, players should be comfortable:
- Executing drops, dinks, and resets in match situations
- Making decisions during rallies
- Playing at a faster pace with greater intensity
The focus is on:
- Match awareness and point construction
- Consistency in competitive situations
- Developing the discipline needed for higher-level play
These sessions are ideal for players who:
- Are already comfortable in competitive environments
- Want to improve their DUPR rating
- Are preparing for tournaments or higher-level matchplay
This is a competitive setting, where the standard is higher and players are expected to perform consistently against strong opponents.
Performance Squad (Invite Only)
Performance Squad is an invite-only session designed for advanced, competitive players performing at approximately DUPR 3.5–4.0+ who are looking to take their game to the next level.
Each session runs for 2 hours, combining:
- 1 hour of focused, high-level coaching
- 1 hour of game-based play, applying skills in competitive match situations
The coaching element focuses on refining technique and developing advanced tactical understanding, with an emphasis on:
- Building points through shot combinations and structured patterns
- Executing under pressure using resets, blocks, and counter-attacks
- Improving anticipation, awareness, and reading opponents
- Developing advanced doubles positioning, movement, and communication
- Playing with precision, intent, and tactical discipline
The second hour is built around conditioned games and competitive matchplay, giving players the opportunity to apply what they’ve worked on in a realistic, high-level environment. Sessions are designed to challenge decision-making, consistency, and performance under pressure.
This is a demanding and performance-focused environment, where players are expected to:
- Compete consistently at a high level
- Maintain focus and discipline across long rallies
- Make smart decisions against strong opponents
Entry is by coaching team invitation only, ensuring a strong and consistent level across the group and creating a high-quality training environment.
This session is ideal for players who:
- Are committed to improving performance and pushing their level further
- Are already competing at a high level
- Want to prepare for tournaments and advanced matchplay