PrivateClinics

Want to attend a pickleball clinic, but it never seems to be at the right time, with the right coach, on the right topic — and the other players aren't at your level? A private clinic fixes all of that.

Amanda running a private clinic with students

How It Works

Your Clinic, Your Way

A private clinic is a focused, small-group session (minimum 4 players) that you organize around a topic that actually matters to you — at a time that works, with players at your level.

Choose a one-off single-topic session to drill a specific skill, or commit to a 6-week series for a structured, progressive improvement plan. 1-hour express option available or 1.5-hour clinic with 30 mins of open court time afterwards to apply what you've practiced.

6-Week Clinic Series

Three Pathways

Each series runs for 6 weeks, one session per week. You pick the time and venue that works for your group. Minimum 4 players per session.

Series 01 · 6 Weeks
Intro & The Basics
All Levels · Beginners Welcome

Never played before — or want a real foundation? This series takes you from zero to confident player. Rules, scoring, court positioning, and the basic shots — with players at your level.

Rules, scoring & court etiquette
Serve & return fundamentals
Intro to doubles positioning basics
Intro to drives & Volleys
Intro to soft shots: dinks & drops
Putting it all together in live play
Series 02 · 6 Weeks · Most Popular
Path to Intermediate
Level 2.0 – 3.0

You're playing regularly but points feel inconsistent. This 6-week path rebuilds your game shot by shot, giving you the techniques and strategy to reliably compete at intermediate level.

Serve shot mechanics & strategy
Return shot mechanics & strategy
Third-shot drive mechanics & strategy
Dink techniques & patience at the kitchen
Third-shot drop mechanics & navigating the transition zone
Volley techniques: backhand block and punch volleys
Series 03 · 6 Weeks
Play with Strategy
Level 2.5 – 3.5

You have the shots — now build the brain. This series is about playing smarter: reading opponents, managing pace, exploiting weaknesses, and winning points before they start.

Purposeful serves & returns
Smart kitchen play & with greater control
Effective transition zone strategies
Confident decision-making in the midcourt
Shot targeting & choosing high-percentage options
Direct the point with the first 4 shots

One-Off Sessions

Single-Topic Clinic Menu

Pick the one thing you want to work on and build a session around it. Each one-off clinic focuses on drilling a single skill — perfect for targeting a specific weakness or exploring a new technique. 1-hour express option available or 1.5-hour clinic with 30 mins of open court time afterwards to apply what you've practiced. Minimum 4 players.

Dinks

Master one of the most important shots in the game — soft, controlled, and precise at the kitchen line.

Drops

The third-shot drop is the gateway to intermediate play. Learn to neutralize pace and get to the net.

Drives

When to attack, how to generate pace, and how to keep it low over the net.

Serves

Build a reliable serve and learn variations that put your opponent on the back foot immediately.

Returns

The return sets the tone for the whole point. Learn positioning, depth, and how to neutralize a strong serve.

Volleys

Quick hands, clean contact, and smart placement — all the fundamentals of an effective volley game.

Keeping the Ball Low

One of the highest-value skills at any level. Learn specific techniques to keep the ball low on your dinks, drops, volleys, and drives.

Navigate the Transition Zone

The no-man's land between baseline and kitchen is where points are won and lost. Learn to move through it with confidence.

Speed-Ups & Resets

When to attack balls below net height and when to reset — and how to do both cleanly under pressure.

Faster Hands at the Net

Reaction drills and technique for winning fast exchanges at the kitchen line.

Backhands

Rebuild your backhand mechanics from the ground up — stroke, grip, contact point, and consistency.

Intro to Slice

Add disguise and variety to your game with a well-timed slice — great for drops, returns, and defense.

DUPR Provisional Ratings

Not sure what level you are? Amanda is DUPR certified and can assess and assign a provisional DUPR rating in a group session. Available to unrated players only.

Transparent Pricing

Clinic Pricing

All prices are per player. Court fees are included. Minimum 4 players per session.

1-Hour Clinic
Focused single-topic drilling · Min 4 players
City Pickle Times Square
Off-Peak · Mon & Wed, 9am–4pm
$40/player
Min 4 players
City Pickle Times Square
Peak · Evenings & Fri/Sat/Sun
$50/player
Min 4 players
Gotham
Off-Peak · Tue & Thu, 11am–5pm
$40/player
Min 4 players
Gotham
Peak · Saturdays
$50/player
Min 4 players
2-Hour Clinic (1.5hr clinic + 30 mins open play)
Structured clinic with open court time · Min 4 players
City Pickle Times Square
Off-Peak · Mon & Wed, 9am–4pm
$70/player
Min 4 players
City Pickle Times Square
Peak · Evenings & Fri/Sat/Sun
$85/player
Min 4 players
Gotham
Off-Peak · Tue & Thu, 11am–5pm
$70/player
Min 4 players
Gotham
Peak · Saturdays
$70/player
Min 4 players

Ready to Book?

How to Book a Private Clinic

Email Amanda with your preferred topic, venue, day, time, and number of players. She'll confirm availability and help get your group scheduled. Reach out with any questions.

📧 nycpickleballcoach@gmail.com