Learn Pickleball with Hussein
😊90
💰$63 weekly lessons
Driven by a love for the game, I've spent the last 5 years sharing my passion for pickleball with others. As an experienced player, I bring a wealth of practical knowledge and strategic insight to every lesson. Let's work together to elevate your game in a fun, supportive, and engaging environment.
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Levels taught: Beginners, Intermediates
Teaches: Kids, Teenagers
😊90 Happy student score
✏️Provides lesson summaries
🏅Experienced Player
🎓7 years playing
🔥1 Lessons
As a player, I'm rated:
🏓 4DUPR
Reviews
Total reviews1
Average rating
5.0
Frank G.Verified ✓
Level: Beginner•Lessons taken: 1
He was amazing!
Learned So much in one hour!
Locations
These are the locations I've set as being able to provide lessons:3 courts available
Bayville Park
4132 First Ct Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23455, USA
428.3 miles awayOutdoors
Kempsville Recreation Center Outdoor
800 Monmouth Ln, Virginia Beach, VA 23464, United States
430 miles awayOutdoors
Grassfield High School (tennis court)
2007 Grizzly Trl, Chesapeake, VA 23323
426.1 miles awayOutdoors
Availability
These are the times I've set as being available for lessons.sundays
8 AM - 8 PM
mondays
8 AM - 8 PM
tuesdays
8 AM - 8 PM
wednesdays
8 AM - 8 PM
thursdays
8 AM - 8 PM
fridays
8 AM - 8 PM
saturdays
8 AM - 8 PM
Beginner training plan
Your first lesson1 / 1
Week 1: Introduction to Pickleball & Basic Groundstrokes
**Objective: ** Familiarize students with pickleball rules, equipment, court layout, and introduce forehand and backhand groundstrokes.
Warm-Up (10 minutes)
· - Light jogging around the court.
· - Dynamic stretches focusing on shoulders, arms, and legs.
· - Paddle control drills: tapping the ball up and down on the paddle.
Introduction to Equipment and Court (10 minutes)
· - Explain paddle and ball characteristics.
· - Demonstrate proper grip techniques.
· - Discuss court dimensions, including the non-volley zone ('kitchen').
Basic Rules and Scoring (10 minutes)
· - Overview of serving rules, double bounce rule, and scoring system.
· - Use visual aids or diagrams to illustrate concepts.
Forehand and Backhand Groundstrokes (20 minutes)
· - Demonstrate proper stance, swing, and follow-through.
· - Partner rally focusing on forehand strokes.
· - Partner rally focusing on backhand strokes.
· - Wall drills for solo practice.
Cool Down (10 minutes)
· - Gentle stretching focusing on shoulders, arms, and legs.
· - Q&A session to address any questions.
Video Resource
· - Top 3 Beginner Pickleball Drills with Pro Coach Mark Price (YouTube)
Lesson 11+1 / 1
Week 4: Dinking and the Non-Volley Zone
**Objective: ** Teach dinking techniques and strategies for effective play within the non-volley zone.
Warm-Up (10 minutes)
· - Light jogging and dynamic stretches.
· - Paddle control drills: soft taps and precision control.
Dinking Techniques (15 minutes)
· - Demonstrate proper dinking mechanics.
· - Partner dinking at the kitchen line focusing on consistency.
· - Cross-court dinking to practice placement.
Non-Volley Zone Strategies (15 minutes)
· - Discuss rules and positioning within the kitchen.
· - Movement drills: transitioning in and out of the non-volley zone.
· - Dink and drop shot combinations.
Dinking Game (10 minutes)
· - Mini-games focusing on dinking rallies.
Cool Down (10 minutes)
· - Gentle stretching and reflection on the importance of the non-volley zone.
Video Resource
· - Pickleball Dinking Technique - Lesson & Drill by Sarah Ansboury (YouTube)
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Week 3: Volleys and Net Play
**Objective: ** Introduce volley techniques and strategies for effective net play.
Warm-Up (10 minutes)
· - Light jogging and dynamic stretches.
· - Paddle control drills: quick taps and side-to-side movements.
Volley Techniques (15 minutes)
· - Demonstrate forehand and backhand volley mechanics.
· - Partner volley exchanges at the net focusing on control.
· - Reaction drills: quick volleys with minimal preparation time.
Net Play Strategies (15 minutes)
· - Discuss positioning and movement at the net.
· - Approach shots: transitioning from baseline to net.
· - Split-step timing for readiness.
Volley Game (10 minutes)
· - Mini-games emphasizing net play.
Cool Down (10 minutes)
· - Gentle stretching and discussion on the importance of net play.
Video Resource
· - Use this Pickleball VOLLEY DRILL To Improve Your At The Net (YouTube)
Lesson 2-31 / 1
Week 2: Serving and Returning
**Objective: **
Develop proper serving techniques and effective return strategies.
Warm-Up (10 minutes)
· - Light jogging and dynamic stretches.
· - Paddle control drills: alternating forehand and backhand taps.
Serving Techniques (15 minutes)
· - Demonstrate underhand serve mechanics.
· - Target serving aiming for specific areas in the service box.
· - Serve consistency: maintaining a consistent serve motion.
Return of Serve (15 minutes)
· - Discuss positioning and anticipation.
· - Partner serves while the other practices returns.
· - Shadow drills: practicing movement and swing without the ball.
Serve and Return Game (10 minutes)
· - Mini-games focusing on serving and returning.
Cool Down (10 minutes)
· - Gentle stretching and review of key takeaways.
Video Resource
· - Pickleball Serve Tips (YouTube)
What you need to bringPlease bring a Pickleball paddle (if you have one)
• Comfortable athletic wear and court shoes
• Water bottle to stay hydrated
• Sunscreen and hat/visor for sun protection
• Positive attitude and readiness to learn!
What I can bringExtra Paddle if you don’t have one yet
Pickleball Balls
Cones for training
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation Policy
We totally 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
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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!
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!
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