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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

  • Fall Pickleball 101 - Begins 10/15/25

    • October 15, 2025
    • November 05, 2025
    • 4 sessions
    • Bailey Road Park
    • 0
    • 23 registrants
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    Pickleball 101 - 4 week series for Newbies/Beginners

    Pickleball 101 is designed for players who are new to the sport. Topics covered will include the basic rules of play, keeping score, game fundamentals, etc. This can be considered the "couch to 5K program" for pickleball. This series will  provide a foundation so you will be comfortable participating in the many social play opportunities available. Each week will consist of approximately 40 minutes of instruction, followed by observed play. 

    The clinic will be held on Wednesday evenings (10/15, 10/22, 10,29, 11/5) Bailey Road Park. November 12 will be reserved as a make-up date in case a session is cancelled due to weather. 

    Instructors:  Dave Combs, Jeff Moree, Pat Coleman, Dave Mancuso

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  • Fall Pickleball 201 - Begins 10/15/25

    • October 15, 2025
    • November 05, 2025
    • 4 sessions
    • Bailey Road Park
    • 6
    • 18 registrants
    Register

    Pickleball 201 - 4-week series for Advanced Beginners

    Pickleball 201 is designed for players  who are at or around the advanced beginners skill level. This is designed for players who know the basics of the game but would like to improve skills and take their game to the next level. Topics will include drills to improve consistency and game play strategy. Each session will consist of approximately 40 minutes of instruction, followed by observed play. 

    The clinic will be held on Wednesday evenings (10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5) at Bailey Road Park. November 12 will be reserved as a make-up date in case a session is cancelled due to weather. 

    Instructor: Dave Combs, Jeff Moree, Pat Coleman, Dave Mancuso

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  • Fall Pickleball 301 - Begins 10/15/25

    • October 15, 2025
    • November 05, 2025
    • 4 sessions
    • Bailey Road Park
    • 12
    • 12 registrants
    Register

    Pickleball 301 - 4-week series for Intermediate Players

    Pickleball 301 is designed for players who are intermediate (3.0-3.5) skill level. This is perfect for players who have strong basics of the game but would like to improve skills and take their game to the next level. Players should have solid serves and returns, be able to sustain a dink rally, etc. This will be ideal for players who have previously participated in the 201 session or have intermediate-level skills. Topics will include drills to improve consistency and game play strategy. Each session will consist of approximately 40 minutes of instruction, followed by observed play. 

    The clinic will be held on Wednesday evenings (10/15, 10/22/ 10/29, 11/5) at Bailey Road Park. November 12th will be reserved as a make-up date in case a session is cancelled due to weather. 

    Instructors:  Dave Combs, Jeff Moree, Pat Coleman, Dave Mancuso

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  • October Singles Tournament 3.0 to 3.49

    • October 26, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Bailey Road Park 11536 bailey Rd, Cornelius, NC
    • 0
    • 7 registrants
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    October Singles Tournament – Members Only!

    Join us for an exciting day of competitive singles play!

    Date: October 26, 2025
    Check-In: 12:00 PM
    Games Start: 12:30 PM
    Entry Fee: $25 (Members Only)
    Location: Bailey Road Park – 4 Courts

    Bracket 1: 3.0 – 3.49 | 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
    Bracket 2: 3.5 and Above | 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM

    Limited spots available — only two brackets of players (max per bracket).
    Register now and test your singles skills against the best!

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  • October Singles Tournament 3.5 and above

    • October 26, 2025
    • 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Bailey Road Park 11536 bailey Rd, Cornelius, NC
    • 1
    • 11 registrants
    Register

    October Singles Tournament – Members Only!

    Join us for an exciting day of competitive singles play!

    Date: October 26, 2025
    Check-In: 12:00 PM
    Games Start: 12:30 PM
    Entry Fee: $25 (Members Only)
    Location: Bailey Road Park – 4 Courts

    Bracket 1: 3.0 – 3.49 | 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
    Bracket 2: 3.5 and Above | 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM

    Limited spots available — only two brackets of players (max per bracket).
    Register now and test your singles skills against the best!

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  • Evening Clinic - Real-time Coaching During Game Play - All Levels

    • October 27, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • Bailey Road Park
    • 0
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    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.

    Do you ever hear yourself ask, "What am I doing wrong"?  Well, this clinic will help answer those question for you.  During this session, a certified pickleball instructor and high-level player will provide participants with real-time feedback and coaching on their playing techniques includes shot selection and placement, player positioning, strategy, and playing well with your partner.

    If you want great feedback on how you are approaching the game as well as the biomechanics involved in executing your shots, this clinic is highly recommended.

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  • Introduction to Pickleball - Nov 2nd

    • November 02, 2025
    • 5:00 PM
    • Bailey Road Park Pickleball Courts
    • 12
    • Be the first
    Register

    ** Age 14+ **

    Please join the Lake Norman Pickleball Association (LKNPA) as we welcome those interested in learning about the fastest growing sport in the country that has a weird name but is loads of fun… PICKLEBALL! For only $15, you can see why everyone is talking and enjoying this sport that is enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities. People aged 4-100 are taking over courts throughout the nation, meeting new people and getting some exercise while doing so! 


    The LKNPA is proud to host a beginners only (14+ years old), “Introduction to PICKLEBALL”, starting at 5pm at the NEW Bailey Road Park Pickleball Courts (11536 Bailey Road, Cornelius). The first hour being spent learning all about the sport, paddle, court, ball and why everyone is loving and talking about pickleball! Time will be spent introducing the basic shots, rules and game play. Then at 6pm, the fun continues when the courts open up to other beginners that already know the basic rules of the game. 

    Please try and bring your own paddle. Dick’s Sporting Goods in Birkdale Village and Academy Sports in Mooresville have a healthy selection of paddles and there is always Amazon. You might already be wondering… “which paddle is for you?” Do not stress over that until you get a good grasp of the game and then you will understand what you want in a paddle. 

    If the courts are too wet at 4pm the day of the clinic, I will send an email out and the clinic will be postponed to the next week. Hope it doesn’t rain.


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

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