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Cornelius Pickleball Programs

Lake Norman Pickleball Association is excited to partner with Cornelius Parks and Recreation to provide educational clinics. We will be offering clinics in multi-week series that will build on different skills each week. We will also be offering one-day clinics targeted to one specific skill. Clinics will be based on skill level. Signing up for the correct skill level helps both you and the instructional group get the most from the lesson. Please see the current clinic offerings below. 

LKNPA does not want financial hardship to be a barrier to participation. We offer a scholarship program for those that meet qualifying criteria. If you feel you may qualify, email Dave Mancuso (dave.lknpickleball@gmail.com) for more information. 

LKNPA members need to login prior to registering to receive member discount. If you are not a member, but would like to join to receive clinic discounts and other benefits, please click the Join tab above for more information. 

Current Programs

    • December 15, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • Bailey Road Park - Cornelius
    • 8
    Register

    Want to put the busy work day behind you or just simply work on your game?   Why not get outside and improve your pickleball skills? These evening clinics will be limited to a small group of eight players for an 1 1/2 hours of focused skill-building and game play.

    3.0 → 3.5 Pickleball Advancement Clinic

    Description:
    This clinic is designed for developing players who are ready to elevate their game from solid recreational play (3.0) to the more consistent, strategic level of 3.5. Participants will focus on building reliable shot mechanics, improving court awareness, and learning higher-level tactics that create opportunities rather than simply reacting to the ball. Through targeted drills, coached gameplay, and individualized feedback, players will gain the skills and confidence needed to compete effectively at the 3.5 level.

    What You’ll Learn:

    • Consistency & Control: Improve accuracy on dinks, volleys, drops, and groundstrokes.

    • Third-Shot Development: Learn when and how to use drop shots, drives, and transition footwork.

    • Net Play & Kitchen Strategy: Master soft game principles, reset balls, and pressure your opponents.

    • Serve & Return Upgrades: Add depth, placement, and purposeful patterns to your first two shots.

    • Tactical Decision-Making: Understand smart shot selection, positioning, and team communication.

    • Matchplay Confidence: Apply new skills during coached games with real-time corrections.

    Who Should Attend:
    Players who:

    • Know the basic rules and scoring

    • Can maintain medium-paced rallies

    • Are ready to improve consistency and introduce more advanced strategy

    • Want to prepare for competitive recreational or tournament play

    Outcome:
    By the end of this clinic, players will show increased consistency in their strokes, smarter shot selection, improved movement through the transition zone, and a more composed, strategic presence on the court—key characteristics of a strong 3.5 player.

    • December 17, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • Bailey Road Park - Cornelius
    • 8
    Register

    Want to put the busy work day behind you or just simply work on your game?   Why not get outside and improve your pickleball skills? These evening clinics will be limited to a small group of eight players for an 1 1/2 hours of focused skill-building and game play.

    ✨ Essentials for Pickleball Clinic

    Level: Beginner–Early Intermediate

    Ready to jump into the fastest-growing sport in the country? Our Essentials for Pickleball Clinic is designed to give new and developing players the core skills and confidence they need to start playing right away.

    In this fun, supportive session, players will learn the fundamental techniques, court movement, and game strategies that form the foundation of solid pickleball play. Through guided drills and live-play scenarios, you’ll build good habits, improve consistency, and understand how to play smarter—without feeling overwhelmed.

    What You’ll Learn:

    • Proper grip, ready position, and footwork basics

    • Consistent serving and returning techniques

    • Dinking, volleys, and controlled shot selection

    • Kitchen rules and court positioning

    • How to build a rally and play high-percentage shots

    • Intro to scoring, rotations, and match flow

    Perfect For:
    New players, casual recreation players, or anyone looking to sharpen their early pickleball fundamentals.

    Join us and develop the essential tools to enjoy the game, play with confidence, and continue growing your skills!

    • December 20, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    • Bailey Road Park - Cornelius
    • 16
    Register
    This 1 1/2 hour clinic is among our most popular as it combines learning and refining new intermediate-level skills with actual game play that is observed by certified instructors who provide real-time coaching in a game-like setting.

    Pickleball Skills & Round Robin Clinic

    Level: Beginner–Intermediate | Format: Coaching + Guided Play

    Take your pickleball game to the next level with our dynamic Coached Skills & Round Robin Clinic, designed for players who want focused instruction and plenty of fun, competitive gameplay.

    What to Expect

    Targeted Skills Coaching
    Participants receive hands-on instruction from an experienced pickleball coach covering essential techniques such as:

    • Consistent and controlled dinking

    • Third-shot drops and drives

    • Volleys and net positioning

    • Serve and return accuracy

    • Footwork, court awareness, and doubles strategy

    Guided Drills With Feedback
    Each skill segment includes structured drills where players practice at a comfortable pace while receiving real-time corrections and tips.

    Round Robin Play
    Put your new skills into action! The clinic wraps up with a fun, organized round robin. Players rotate partners and opponents, gaining experience in a variety of game situations. Coaches observe play, offer strategic advice, and help players think through point construction and teamwork.

    Who It's For

    • Players who know basic rules and want to improve technique

    • Newer players hoping to gain confidence before joining leagues

    • Intermediate players looking to sharpen consistency and strategy

    • Anyone wanting a coached environment that still includes real gameplay

    Why You’ll Love It

    ✔ Perfect blend of instruction and live play
    ✔ Supportive, positive coaching style
    ✔ Great way to meet other players at your level
    ✔ You’ll leave with specific takeaways you can use immediately in your matches



Thank You to our sponsors:

Lake Norman Pickleball Association
9815 Sam Furr Rd.
Suite J-101
Huntersville, NC 28078

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