Here are the top ten things beginners need to learn l!!
1. How to Hold the Paddle (Grip)
- Start with the continental grip (like shaking someone’s hand).
- Gives the most control for dinks, volleys, and serves.
2. Ready Position
- Knees slightly bent, paddle up in front of you.
- Helps react faster at the kitchen line.
3. Basic Serve Mechanics
- Underhand, contact below the waist.
- Focus on consistency over power.
- Aim deep into the opponent’s court.
4. Return of Serve Fundamentals
- Return deep to push opponents back.
- Gives time to get to the non-volley zone.
5. Understanding the Kitchen (Non-Volley Zone)
- Learn what you can and cannot do: No volleys in the kitchen. But you can step in to hit a bounced ball.
- Beginners should practice staying up at the line.
6. Dinking Technique
- Soft shots over the net into the kitchen.
- Control > speed.
- Builds patience and resets the point.
7. Third Shot Drop
- Soft, controlled shot from the baseline into the kitchen.
- Lets you and your partner advance safely.
- One of the most important skills for leveling up.
8. Footwork & Court Positioning
- Move as a team.
- Get up to the kitchen line ASAP.
- Learn how to split-step and reset for quick reaction.
9. Scoring System
- It’s weird for beginners.
- You call: Your score Opponent’s score Server number (1 or 2) in doubles
- Understanding this alone makes beginners feel more confident.
10. Basic Strategies & Shot Selection
- Hit cross-court to give more margin.
- Aim at opponents’ feet.
- Patience wins – don’t try to smash every ball.
- Pickleball is more about placement than power.
Any questions afterwards feel free to comment and I will answer as soon as I can!
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Here are the top ten things beginners need to learn l!!
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