Volunteer-Led Player Development Programs

The SCHH Pickleball Club is fortunate to have a dedicated group of experienced volunteer coaches who generously share their time and knowledge with our members.  These complimentary programs help residents learn the game, develop dependable skills and become more confident on the court. They also provide a strong foundation for the Club’s broader Player Development Program.

Programs are offered throughout the year based on coach and court availability. Current dates, times and registration information are posted in CourtReserve.

Beginner Orientation

For residents who are new to pickleball or just getting started!

Beginner Orientation provides a friendly introduction to the fundamentals of pickleball. No previous playing experience is required.

Participants learn:

• Basic rules and scoring
• Court layout and positioning
• Paddle safety and ready position
• Serving and returning
• Dinking and basic shot technique
• How to begin and play a game
• Pickleball etiquette and sportsmanship

By the end of the session, participants will have an opportunity to play and apply what they have learned.

Eligibility: All Sun City Hilton Head residents
Cost: Complimentary
Registration: Required through CourtReserve

PB201 Skills & Drills

For developing players generally in the beginner up to 2.5 range

PB201 is designed for players who understand the basic rules and scoring but want to develop more reliable strokes, better court positioning and greater consistency.

Topics may include:

• Ready position and paddle preparation
• Serves and returns
• Groundstrokes and volleys
• Dinks and transition shots
• Moving safely and effectively with a partner
• Basic court positioning
• Shot selection and introductory strategy
• Reducing common unforced errors

Each clinic focuses on specific skills and gives participants an opportunity to practice through structured drills and coached play.

Eligibility: SCHH Pickleball Club members
Cost: Complimentary
Registration: Required through CourtReserve

PB301 Skills & Strategy

For experienced players generally in the 3.0 to mid-3.5 range

PB301 helps players build upon established fundamentals and develop a more complete and strategic game. Topics may include:

• Advanced shot development
• Drops, drives, volleys and resets
• Transition-zone movement
• Dinking patterns and offensive opportunities
• Court positioning and partner movement
• Shot selection and point construction
• Recognizing and attacking appropriate balls
• Defensive positioning and recovery
• Communication and team strategy

Clinic topics rotate throughout the year, allowing members to work on different parts of their game.

Eligibility: SCHH Pickleball Club members
Cost: Complimentary
Registration: Required through CourtReserve

3 & Me Coach Play

Three players participate in live play with one volunteer coach

3 and Me combines instruction with actual game situations. Three players of a similar ability level play alongside a volunteer coach, who provides guidance during the session. Unlike a traditional skills clinic, Three and Me allows the coach to address decisions as they happen, including:

• Court positioning
• Partner movement
• Shot selection
• When to attack or defend
• Transitioning to the non-volley line
• Communication between partners
• Recognizing patterns and developing strategy

This format is particularly helpful for players who understand individual strokes but want to make better decisions during games.

Eligibility: SCHH Pickleball Club members
Cost: Complimentary
Registration: Required through CourtReserve

Thank you to our Volunteer Coaches

These programs are possible because Club members generously volunteer their time to help other players learn and improve. Their commitment allows the Club to provide accessible, high-quality instruction while strengthening connections throughout our pickleball community.

Interested in becoming a volunteer coach or assisting with a clinic?

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