I have had the pleasure of working with Amy Kilparick, and I can confidently say that she is an exceptional pickleball instructor. Her intuitive approach to coaching has significantly improved my game, and I couldn't be more grateful for her guidance.
Amy possesses an incredible ability to identify her students' shortcomings and tailor drills specifically designed to address and improve these areas. One of the most notable improvements in my game has been my transition from a one-handed backhand to a two-handed backhand, thanks to Amy's expert instruction. She worked with me meticulously from the return line all the way to the kitchen line, ensuring that I gained proficiency and confidence in my new technique.
What sets Amy apart is her use of video analysis during our sessions. By recording my gameplay, she was able to provide me with concrete visual feedback, helping me to recognize when I was executing solid returns and where I needed to adjust. This method was incredibly effective in fast-tracking my progress and developing a deeper understanding of my own gameplay.
Amy's communication skills are top-notch. She provides clear, concise instructions that are easy to understand and follow. Her positive and encouraging demeanor creates a supportive learning environment, making each session enjoyable and productive. ~ Lesia Price
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Level Up Pickleball
Welcome to Level Up Pickleball with Amy Kilpatrick, an IPTPA Certified Pickleball Instructor. Below are options that have been designed for athletes age 10+ of all experience levels! Whether you are a “newbie”, a tournament player, or just interested in working on a particular facet of your game, Amy's drills, camps, lessons, and clinics give you lots of options. Check out Amy's lessons and drills below to get started.
I have over 30 years of teaching experience as a corporate trainer, public speaker, and business coach. My area of expertise was business growth strategies, my gift was motivating people to believe in themselves and to achieve their goals through a proven process that I developed. I lean on that background in my teaching style on the court. Whether teaching a private or a group lesson, I like to get to know my players' personalities and learning styles, to develop the proper drills, stroke development, and playing strategy, accordingly. I used to love watching the lightbulb moments when I was on stage…now I get to see it up close on the faces of my players when they conquer a shot! ~ Amy Kilpatrick
BEGINNER (INTRO - 2.5)
At this level, our sessions start with the basics:
- Fundamentals of Playing, Game Rules, Scoring, and Knowledge of the Court
- Grip, Ready Position, Footwork, and Split Step
- The Dink Shot
- Forehand Groundstroke, Backhand Groundstroke, The Service, and Return of Serve.
- Punch Volley, Defense Block, and Third Shot Drop
- Intro to the Lob, Intro to the Smash
- How open play works at most local courts.
Drills and lessons are broken down into progressive steps that employ only the best-proven techniques used by the top players in the game.
Our agendas are designed for Juniors 10+, Adults, and Seniors to teach the basics of the game, develop confidence on the court, and hone specific skills using fun drills and exercises.
INTERMEDIATE (SKILL LEVEL 2.5 - 2.9)
At this level, our sessions will include physically challenging repetitive drills to improve your skills. We will still follow progressive learning steps while diving deeper in the mechanics of all the shots, including:
- Serves and returns
- Defense blocking
- Basic strokes
- How to choose the right shot
- Footwork
- Court position
- How to partner play
- Mental game
EXPERIENCED (SKILL LEVEL 3.0 - 3.49)
At this level, our sessions are more intense and are designed to improve endurance while sharpening skills. Activities are designed to build skills using hard work, layering learning, and practice in a logical progression of increasing difficulty. To challenge each player to reach their next level.
Skill Drills for the following:
- Drop shot work
- Moving through the transitional zone
- Punch volleys
- Hard drives/defense
- Footwork
- Crosscourt strokes
- Choosing the right shot
- Footwork
- Moving with partner
- Court position.
*Not recommended for those with poor mobility or serious physical limitations.
ADVANCED (SKILL LEVEL 3.5+)
At this level, our sessions are for players wanting to learn more about high-level pickleball play while at the kitchen.
We will work on the following:
- Anticipating the opponents shots resulting in good court position
- Focus on offensive strategies
- Work on controlling and placing serves and return of serves to create the best advantage
- Consistently creating a variety of shots to create a competitive advantage
- Control the pace of the rally by strategically changing from hard to soft play.
- Works and moves well with partners.
Skill drills and live play while discussing strategies and techniques including:
- Dinking
- Attacking
- Counter attacking
- Solid ready position
- Defending attacks
- Pressuring your opponents
Private & Semi-Private Sessions
1
One-to-One
Individual Lessons
A private Pickleball lesson is the ultimate learning environment. This time is dedicated to one player and what you need out of the lesson. No matter what your skill level or goals, a private lesson with Amy will help you advance your game, hone in on your skill development, and enhance your overall enjoyment of the sport.
All Levels Welcome
2
Semi-Private
Lessons
This lesson format is designed for two. Learning the fundamentals of the game, evaluating every shot, and working on techniques, mind game, and strategy. These lessons are the best to improve your game faster, prepare for a tournament, or challenge your court skills. Consider signing up with a partner, friend, or spouse and prepare together!
All Levels Welcome
3
and Amy
This lesson is Live play with you, two others, and Amy to take your skills to the next level!
These lessons are designed for players who would like to work on specific aspects of the game to improve their overall skills while having a ton of fun along the way.
All Levels Welcome
4
on the Court
This lesson format is designed for four(4) with Amy sideline coaching during live play to improve strategy, position, shot selection, and working with a partner.
Lessons will be tailored to each individual or group, focusing on the areas that need work.
All Levels Welcome
“2-Shots”
Private/Semi-Private
Ball Machine Lessons
This lesson format is designed for one or two. Players will work on two shots using the Slinger ball machine. Amy will be providing tips and coaching for proper execution where needed. Video feedback may be used at the discretion of the coach.
All Levels Welcome
Extreme
Private/Semi-Private
Ball Machine Lessons
This lesson format is designed for one or two. Players will work through an intense 60-minute workout using the Stinger pickleball machine while putting you through your paces focusing on intense repetition of volleys, blocked volleys, and 3rd shot drops. Amy will be providing tips and coaching for proper execution where needed. Video feedback may be used at the discretion of the coach.
MAXIMUM 2 PLAYERS
These lessons are reserved for INTERMEDIATE, EXPERIENCED, AND ADVANCED levels.
Group Lessons and Clinics
Beginner Pickleball Lessons:
Learn the Basics!
Let's get you started today!
Who needs to attend: BEGINNERS LEVEL (16+, ADULTS, SENIORS)
Covers the basics of pickleball for those who have very limited experience with the game and wish to learn and move to the INTERMEDIATE level.
These classes are a great way for brand-new players to learn the sport of Pickleball. Players will learn all the basics to be able to play. We will cover equipment, unique lingo, scoring, court position, and the fundamentals of serve, return, and the volley.
Each series lasts for 4 weeks, meeting once per week. Missed sessions will not receive a makeup, credit, refund, or exchange. *Please read our cancelation policy provided below.
We will cover:
- Fundamentals of Playing, Game Rules, Scoring, and Knowledge of the Court
- Grip, Ready Position, Footwork, and Split Step
- The Dink Shot
- Forehand Groundstroke, Backhand Groundstroke, The Service, and Return of Serve.
- Punch Volley, Defense Block, and Third Shot Drop
- Intro to the Lob, Intro to the Smash
MIN 4 PLAYERS MAX 8 PLAYERS
BALLS WILL BE PROVIDED. YOU MAY BRING YOUR OWN PADDLE, BUT IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ONE, NO WORRIES WE HAVE ONE YOU CAN BORROW. PLEASE WEAR TENNIS SHOES (NON-MARKING COURT SHOES ARE PREFERRED), ATHLETIC WEAR, AND BRING LOTS OF WATER TO STAY HYDRATED.
Beginner Pickleball Lessons:
Beyond The Basics!
Let's take it to the next level!
Who needs to attend: INTERMEDIATE (16+, ADULTS, SENIORS)
This clinic is for the player who completed the Learn The Basics series and is working to become an EXPERIENCED player.
Each series lasts for 4 weeks, meeting once per week. Missed sessions will not receive a makeup, credit, refund, or exchange. *Please read our cancelation policy provided below.
At this level, our sessions will include physically challenging repetitive drills to improve your skills. We will still follow progressive learning steps while diving deeper into the mechanics of all the shots.
We will cover:
- Ready position, ball control, sustaining a dink rally
- Serving & return of serve
- Forehands & backhands, hitting with direction, depth and consistency
- Ball control & transitioning, 3rd shot drop
- Defense blocking
- How to choose the right shot
- Footwork
- Court position
- How to partner play
- Mental game
MIN 4 PLAYERS MAX 8 PLAYERS
BALLS WILL BE PROVIDED. YOU MAY BRING YOUR OWN PADDLE, BUT IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ONE, NO WORRIES WE HAVE ONE YOU CAN BORROW. PLEASE WEAR TENNIS SHOES (NON-MARKING COURT SHOES ARE PREFERRED), ATHLETIC WEAR, AND BRING LOTS OF WATER TO STAY HYDRATED.
Junior Pickleball Lessons:
Learn the Basics!
Let's get you started today!
Who needs to attend: BEGINNERS LEVEL (10+ thru 15)
Pickleball is now the fastest growing sport in the U.S. and juniors are discovering a fun, new way to pursue exercise, ball skills, competition and social interaction through the sport that is sweeping the nation. Pickleball has emerged as an opportunity for your child to get in on the ground floor of a new and exciting sport. Junior pickleball tournaments are springing up everywhere. Juniors who join the fun learn to compete and grow as both people and athletes.
SAME SKILLS LEARNED AS THE ADULTS…BUT WAY MORE FUN! WE INCORPORATE GAMES AND FUN DRILLS TO KEEP EVERYONE ACTIVE AND ENGAGED.
Covers the basics of pickleball for those who have very limited experience with the game and wish to learn and move to the INTERMEDIATE level.
These classes are a great way for brand-new players to learn the sport of Pickleball. Players will learn all the basics to be able to play. We will cover equipment, unique lingo, scoring, court position, and the fundamentals of serve, return, and the volley.
Each series lasts for 4 weeks, meeting once per week. Missed sessions will not receive a makeup, credit, refund, or exchange. *Please read our cancelation policy provided below.
We will cover:
- Fundamentals of Playing, Game Rules, Scoring, and Knowledge of the Court
- Grip, Ready Position, Footwork, and Split Step
- The Dink Shot
- Forehand Groundstroke, Backhand Groundstroke, The Service, and Return of Serve.
- Punch Volley, Defense Block, and Third Shot Drop
- Intro to the Lob, Intro to the Smash
MIN 4 PLAYERS MAX 8 PLAYERS
BALLS WILL BE PROVIDED. YOU MAY BRING YOUR OWN PADDLE, BUT IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ONE, NO WORRIES WE HAVE ONE YOU CAN BORROW. PLEASE WEAR TENNIS SHOES (NON-MARKING COURT SHOES ARE PREFERRED), ATHLETIC WEAR, AND BRING LOTS OF WATER TO STAY HYDRATED.
Junior Pickleball Lessons:
Beyond the Basics!
Let's take it to the next level!
Who needs to attend: INTERMEDIATE (10+ thru 15)
SAME SKILLS LEARNED AS THE ADULTS…BUT WAY MORE FUN! WE INCORPORATE GAMES AND FUN DRILLS TO KEEP EVERYONE ACTIVE AND ENGAGED.
This clinic is for the player who completed the Learn The Basics series and is working to become an EXPERIENCED player.
Each series lasts for 4 weeks, meeting once per week. Missed sessions will not receive a makeup, credit, refund, or exchange. *Please read our cancelation policy provided below.
At this level, our sessions will include physically challenging repetitive drills to improve your skills. We will still follow progressive learning steps while diving deeper into the mechanics of all the shots.
We will cover:
- Ready position, ball control, sustaining a dink rally
- Serving & return of serve
- Forehands & backhands, hitting with direction, depth and consistency
- Ball control & transitioning, 3rd shot drop
- Defense blocking
- How to choose the right shot
- Footwork
- Court position
- How to partner play
- Mental game
MIN 4 PLAYERS MAX 8 PLAYERS
BALLS WILL BE PROVIDED. YOU MAY BRING YOUR OWN PADDLE, BUT IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ONE, NO WORRIES WE HAVE ONE YOU CAN BORROW. PLEASE WEAR TENNIS SHOES (NON-MARKING COURT SHOES ARE PREFERRED), ATHLETIC WEAR, AND BRING LOTS OF WATER TO STAY HYDRATED.
Ball Machine Drills:
Repetitive Shot Development
We have put together a series of shot drills using the Slinger Ball machine with coaching by Amy. You can sign up for the shots that you wish to work on. These sessions are group sessions and last 60 mins.
OPEN FOR INTERMEDIATE, EXPERIENCED, AND ADVANCED LEVELS
MIN 3 MAX 6
Drills B4 Thrills
This group drill sessions are for players who are ready to take their game to the next level or are preparing for tournament play. These sessions are for students that have been approved by Amy to move to this level.
Sessions are 90 Minutes
Intense repetitive drills, and Incorporative Live Play
AT THE EXPERIENCED LEVEL:
We will cover:
- Non-Volley Zone: the soft game, advanced level dinking
- Advanced serving and return of serves, advanced game-play strategies
- Transition zone, 3rd shot drops, and proper movement patterns to NVZ
- Non-Volley Zone: attacking and defensive recovery position
AT THE ADVANCED LEVEL
We will cover:
- Non-Volley Zone: Attacking
- Transition Zone: 3rd, 5th and 7th shot, advanced transition skills to NVZ
- Non-Volley Zone: The Soft Game
- Serve, Return, advanced game strategies
MIN 3 MAX 8
Cancellation Policy
We understand that life can be unpredictable and plans might change. That's why we've got your back with our flexible cancellation policy, designed to give you peace of mind.
If you need to cancel your lesson, no worries! You can get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours of making your booking. We want to make the process as hassle-free as possible for you.
And if you simply want to reschedule your lesson, change the date and time, or adjust the number of students joining, we've got you covered there too. You can easily make these changes within 24 hours of booking, and up to 72 hours before your lesson starts.
Our goal is to make your experience smooth, enjoyable, and worry-free. So go ahead and book with confidence, knowing that we're here to accommodate your needs every step of the way!