Lake Norman Pickleball Association

Early Evening Clinic- Real-time Coaching During Game Play

When
April 08, 2026
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location
Bailey Road Park - Cornelius
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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 1 hour of focused skill-building and game play.

This is a great clinic for you and your partner to be a part to prepare for the upcoming Saint Paddles Day Tournament!

Real-Time Pickleball Coaching Clinic

Elevate your game—right on the court, right in the moment.

This dynamic, on-court coaching clinic is designed for players who want actionable feedback as they play. Instead of stopping for long lectures or drills, participants receive immediate guidance during real points, rallies, and game scenarios. Our coaches observe your positioning, shot selection, footwork, and strategy in real time, offering quick corrections and tactical insights that you can implement instantly.

Through live point play, situational coaching, and personalized instruction, players learn how to:

Improve court positioning and anticipate opponents’ shots
Make smarter decisions under pressure
Use more effective shot selections (dinks, drops, drives, resets)
Communicate and coordinate better with partners
Reduce unforced errors through efficient movement and paddle preparation

This clinic is perfect for players who learn best by doing and want to accelerate their progress with practical, in-the-moment adjustments. Whether you’re preparing for tournament play or looking to break through to the next skill level, our real-time coaching approach delivers fast, lasting improvement.

Format:
Live game play + immediate feedback
Small group environment for personalized attention

Ideal For:
Players of all levels who want answers to the question "what am I doing wrong"

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Coached Skills and Round Robin - All Levels

When
April 11, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Location
Bailey Road Park - Cornelius
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This 1 1/2 hour clinic is among our most popular as it combines learning and refining new intermediate-level skills with actual game play that is observed by certified instructors who provide real-time coaching in a game-like setting.

Pickleball Skills & Round Robin Clinic

Level: Beginner–Intermediate | Format: Coaching + Guided Play

Take your pickleball game to the next level with our dynamic Coached Skills & Round Robin Clinic, designed for players who want focused instruction and plenty of fun, competitive gameplay.

What to Expect

Targeted Skills Coaching
Participants receive hands-on instruction from an experienced pickleball coach covering essential techniques such as:

Consistent and controlled dinking
Third-shot drops and drives
Volleys and net positioning
Serve and return accuracy
Footwork, court awareness, and doubles strategy

Guided Drills With Feedback
Each skill segment includes structured drills where players practice at a comfortable pace while receiving real-time corrections and tips.

Round Robin Play
Put your new skills into action! The clinic wraps up with a fun, organized round robin. Players rotate partners and opponents, gaining experience in a variety of game situations. Coaches observe play, offer strategic advice, and help players think through point construction and teamwork.

Who It's For

Players who know basic rules and want to improve technique
Newer players hoping to gain confidence before joining leagues
Intermediate players looking to sharpen consistency and strategy
Anyone wanting a coached environment that still includes real gameplay

Why You’ll Love It

✔ Perfect blend of instruction and live play
✔ Supportive, positive coaching style
✔ Great way to meet other players at your level
✔ You’ll leave with specific takeaways you can use immediately in your matches

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Lunch and Learn Clinic - Hitting and Defending Lobs (Adv Beg/Int)

When
April 13, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location
Bailey Road Park
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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 1 1/2 hours of focused skill- building.

Due to the advanced nature of this session, only advanced beginners and intermediate players should attend. Lobs can be frustrating when used against us but very effective when used against an opponent. We will cover when and how to use lobs including proper technique and placement as well as how to defend against lobs.

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Women's Only League Tuesdays 3.25 -3.5011:00am

Start
April 14, 2026
11:00 AM
End
May 19, 2026
1:00 PM
Location
11536 Bailey Rd, Cornelius, NC 28031
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Hello Players!

The much-anticipated Member’s Only Spring Pickleball Leagues are returning to Bailey Road Park, and we’re excited to get everyone back on the courts! Registration will open at 12pm on Wednesday April 1 and you will register here : [[ Link to the registration once set up ]]

Each week will feature a round robin format with your partner, all within one large group organized by skill level. You can expect to play at least 3–4 games per session, keeping the action fun, social, and competitive. Each session will utilize 6 courts and accommodate up to 24 players. Registration is individual, and must be a member, just input your partner, so you can play together.—just sign up and show up ready to play!

We will offer the following sessions on Tuesdays :

We’ll be using Swish, which includes a Cumulative Leaderboard feature you’re going to love. Each week, you’ll be able to track your wins, losses, win percentage, and point differential against others in your session. Court assignments won’t matter—your performance will! At the end of the 6-week season, the top 3 players will be determined based on their overall statistics. You’ll also be able to review your progress week by week. While substitutes are not required if you miss a session, keep in mind that your cumulative standings may be impacted—so we encourage you to attend as many weeks as possible!

All of this fun is available exclusively to our members for just $40 for the full season.

If you have questions about the league, please reach out to our Director of Tournaments and Leagues, Lisa Soller, at lsoller@autovestllc.com

If you are interested in being a League Leader and playing for free, reach out to Lisa and advise which session you are interested in. League Leaders will simply make sure that players have checked in, place baskets and balls at each court for player use, and will start the matches in Swish once all players are ready to go.

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Spring Competitive Leagues 5:15pm 3.25 to 3.75 Skill Rated Players

Start
April 14, 2026
5:15 PM
End
May 19, 2026
7:15 PM
Location
11536 Bailey Rd, Cornelius, NC 28031
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Hello Players!

The much anticipated Spring Leagues are returning and this time we play at the new dedicated pickleball courts at Bailey Road Park!

Every week will be a round robin format with a different rotating partner in one big group based on skill level. You will play at least 3 -4 games each week. Different sessions on Tuesday and Thursday evenings will be focused on either the 3.0 to 3.25 level, or the 3.25 to 3.75 level. You register for the appropriate skill level. We will use 6 courts and have a capacity for 24 players. You sign up individually so you do not need a partner to register and play.

Using Swish, there will be a Cumulative Leaderboard feature that you will love!! This Leaderboard will update week by week and display for you your wins, losses, win percentage and point differential compared to the other players in that session. No more worrying about if you are on Court 1, Court 4 or Court 6. The top 3 winners of the league will be determined by their statistics, and you as a player will be able to review your statistics each week. And if you can’t play a specific week, no sub will be needed. However, your cumulative standings may be impacted if you are not present to play each week and earn that win so you want to show up as often as you can in your 6 week session!

All this fun is for our members only with a minimal cost of $40 for the season. Registration will open at 12pm on Wednesday April 1 and you will register here : [[ Link to the registration once set up ]]

If you have questions about the league, please reach out to our Director of Tournaments and Leagues, Lisa Soller, at lsoller@automotivecredit.com

If you are interested in being a League Leader and playing for free, reach out to Lisa and advise which session you are interested in. League Leaders will simply make sure that players have checked in, place baskets and balls at each court for player use, and will start the matches in Swish once all players are ready to go.

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Spring Leagues 7:15pm 3.0 to 3.25 skill rated players

Start
April 14, 2026
7:15 PM
End
May 19, 2026
9:15 PM
Location
BRP 11536 Bailey Rd, Cornelius, NC 28031

Register

Hello Players!

The much anticipated Spring Leagues are returning and this time we play at the new dedicated pickleball courts at Bailey Road Park!

Every week will be a round robin format with a different rotating partner in one big group based on skill level. You will play at least 3 -4 games each week. Different sessions on Tuesday and Thursday evenings will be focused on either the 3.0 to 3.25 level, or the 3.25 to 3.75 level. You register for the appropriate skill level. We will use 6 courts and have a capacity for 24 players. You sign up individually so you do not need a partner to register and play.

Using Swish, there will be a Cumulative Leaderboard feature that you will love!! This Leaderboard will update week by week and display for you your wins, losses, win percentage and point differential compared to the other players in that session. No more worrying about if you are on Court 1, Court 4 or Court 6. The top 3 winners of the league will be determined by their statistics, and you as a player will be able to review your statistics each week. And if you can’t play a specific week, no sub will be needed. However, your cumulative standings may be impacted if you are not present to play each week and earn that win so you want to show up as often as you can in your 6 week session!

All this fun is for our members only with a minimal cost of $40 for the season. Registration will open at 12pm on Wednesday April 1, and you will register here : [[ Link to the registration once set up ]]

If you have questions about the league, please reach out to our Director of Tournaments and Leagues, Lisa Soller, at lsoller@automotivecredit.com

If you are interested in being a League Leader and playing for free, reach out to Lisa and advise which session you are interested in. League Leaders will simply make sure that players have checked in, place baskets and balls at each court for player use, and will start the matches in Swish once all players are ready to go.

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Early Evening Clinic - Serves and Returns - All Levels

When
April 15, 2026
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location
Bailey Road Park - Cornelius
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Join us for a focused, skill-building pickleball clinic dedicated to improving your serves and returns!

Pickleball Serves & Returns Clinic
April 15
⏰ 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Bailey Road Park

This one-hour clinic is designed to help players sharpen two of the most important shots in pickleball: the serve and the return. Whether you’re looking to add consistency, improve placement, or develop more strategic depth, this session will give you the tools to start every rally with confidence.

Participants will work on:

Proper serving mechanics and technique
Developing consistent, reliable serves
Targeting and placement strategies
Effective, deep returns to gain court advantage
Drills focused on accuracy and game-like scenarios

Players of all levels are welcome. Come ready to learn, practice, and elevate your game in a supportive and energetic environment!

Spots may be limited—be sure to register early to secure your place on the court.

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Spring Leagues 5:15pm 3.0 to 3.25 skill rated players

Start
April 16, 2026
5:15 PM
End
May 21, 2026
7:15 PM
Location
BRP 11536 Bailey Rd, Cornelius, NC 28031
Spaces left
14

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Hello Players!

The much anticipated Spring Leagues are returning and this time we play at the new dedicated pickleball courts at Bailey Road Park!

Every week will be a round robin format with a different rotating partner in one big group based on skill level. You will play at least 3 -4 games each week. Different sessions on Tuesday and Thursday evenings will be focused on either the 3.0 to 3.25 level, or the 3.25 to 3.75 level. You register for the appropriate skill level. We will use 6 courts and have a capacity for 24 players. You sign up individually so you do not need a partner to register and play.

Using Swish, there will be a Cumulative Leaderboard feature that you will love!! This Leaderboard will update week by week and display for you your wins, losses, win percentage and point differential compared to the other players in that session. No more worrying about if you are on Court 1, Court 4 or Court 6. The top 3 winners of the league will be determined by their statistics, and you as a player will be able to review your statistics each week. And if you can’t play a specific week, no sub will be needed. However, your cumulative standings may be impacted if you are not present to play each week and earn that win so you want to show up as often as you can in your 6 week session!

All this fun is for our members only with a minimal cost of $40 for the season. Registration will open at 12pm on Wednesday April 1, and you will register here : [[ Link to the registration once set up ]]

If you have questions about the league, please reach out to our Director of Tournaments and Leagues, Lisa Soller, at lsoller@automotivecredit.com

If you are interested in being a League Leader and playing for free, reach out to Lisa and advise which session you are interested in. League Leaders will simply make sure that players have checked in, place baskets and balls at each court for player use, and will start the matches in Swish once all players are ready to go.

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Spring Competitive Leagues 7:15pm 3.25 to 3.75 Skill Rated Players

Start
April 16, 2026
7:15 PM
End
May 21, 2026
9:15 PM
Location
11536 Bailey Rd, Cornelius, NC 28031
Spaces left
1

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Hello Players!

The much anticipated Spring Leagues are returning and this time we play at the new dedicated pickleball courts at Bailey Road Park!

Every week will be a round robin format with a different rotating partner in one big group based on skill level. You will play at least 3 -4 games each week. Different sessions on Tuesday and Thursday evenings will be focused on either the 3.0 to 3.25 level, or the 3.25 to 3.75 level. You register for the appropriate skill level. We will use 6 courts and have a capacity for 24 players. You sign up individually so you do not need a partner to register and play.

Using Swish, there will be a Cumulative Leaderboard feature that you will love!! This Leaderboard will update week by week and display for you your wins, losses, win percentage and point differential compared to the other players in that session. No more worrying about if you are on Court 1, Court 4 or Court 6. The top 3 winners of the league will be determined by their statistics, and you as a player will be able to review your statistics each week. And if you can’t play a specific week, no sub will be needed. However, your cumulative standings may be impacted if you are not present to play each week and earn that win so you want to show up as often as you can in your 6 week session!

All this fun is for our members only with a minimal cost of $40 for the season. Registration will open at 12pm on Wednesday April 1, and you will register here :

Register Here

If you have questions about the league, please reach out to our Director of Tournaments and Leagues, Lisa Soller, at lsoller@automotivecredit.com

If you are interested in being a League Leader and playing for free, reach out to Lisa and advise which session you are interested in. League Leaders will simply make sure that players have checked in, place baskets and balls at each court for player use, and will start the matches in Swish once all players are ready to go.

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Lunch and Learn Clinic- Blocks and Resets

When
April 20, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location
Bailey Road Park - Cornelius
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Pickleball Clinic: Blocks & Resets

Learn how to take control of fast-paced exchanges at the net or reset a hard shot from the transition zone! Join us for a Blocks & Resets Pickleball Clinic designed to help players handle hard drives and regain control of the point. This session will focus on the key techniques that allow you to slow the game down and transition into the soft game.

Clinic Focus:
• Proper paddle positioning for effective blocks
• How to absorb pace and control the ball
• Resetting hard shots into the kitchen
• Turning defensive shots into neutral rallies
• Drills to build confidence during fast exchanges

These skills are essential for players looking to improve their consistency and composure during competitive play.

Clinic Date & Time:
Monday, April 20 — 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Location: Bailey Road Park Pickleball Courts

Come ready to drill, practice, and build the touch and control needed to handle power at the net!

See you on the courts!

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Early Evening Clinic- Real-time Coaching During Game Play

When
April 22, 2026
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location
Bailey Road Park - Cornelius
Spaces left
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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 1 hour of focused skill-building and game play.

Real-Time Pickleball Coaching Clinic

Elevate your game—right on the court, right in the moment.

This dynamic, on-court coaching clinic is designed for players who want actionable feedback as they play. Instead of stopping for long lectures or drills, participants receive immediate guidance during real points, rallies, and game scenarios. Our coaches observe your positioning, shot selection, footwork, and strategy in real time, offering quick corrections and tactical insights that you can implement instantly.

Through live point play, situational coaching, and personalized instruction, players learn how to:

Improve court positioning and anticipate opponents’ shots
Make smarter decisions under pressure
Use more effective shot selections (dinks, drops, drives, resets)
Communicate and coordinate better with partners
Reduce unforced errors through efficient movement and paddle preparation

This clinic is perfect for players who learn best by doing and want to accelerate their progress with practical, in-the-moment adjustments. Whether you’re preparing for tournament play or looking to break through to the next skill level, our real-time coaching approach delivers fast, lasting improvement.

Format:
Live game play + immediate feedback
Small group environment for personalized attention

Ideal For:
Players of all levels who want answers to the question "what am I doing wrong"

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Coached Skills and Round Robin - All Levels

When
April 25, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Location
Bailey Road Park - Cornelius
Spaces left
16

Register

This 1 1/2 hour clinic is among our most popular as it combines learning and refining new intermediate-level skills with actual game play that is observed by certified instructors who provide real-time coaching in a game-like setting.

Pickleball Skills & Round Robin Clinic

Level: Beginner–Intermediate | Format: Coaching + Guided Play

Take your pickleball game to the next level with our dynamic Coached Skills & Round Robin Clinic, designed for players who want focused instruction and plenty of fun, competitive gameplay.