In partnership with Franklin, TGA has developed a program curriculum designed to develop young players’ skills and passion for America’s fastest growing sport. We use equipment and courts tailored to the size and ability of young players making it easier for kids to hold, swing, and connect with the ball.
WE TEACH & DEVELOP THE FUNDAMENTALS: GRIP, FOREHAND, BACKHAND, VOLLEY, SERVE, DINK
Ways to Play PICKLEBALL
TGA offers ways to play year round. No matter when or how you choose to play with TGA, equipment is provided and all skill levels are welcomed.
Enrichment Classes
We teach kids the game of pickleball through easy-to-understand concepts & interactive games that are fun and engaging. Using skill-based drills that can be done anywhere (indoors or outdoors, at school, or on the pickleball court), students develop the fundamentals, explore academic concepts through game play, and practice life skills — such as sportsmanship and respect.
5-Level Progression
Each player progresses through our 5-level program at their own pace. Our low student-to-coach ratio allows for individualized attention, meeting each student where they are in their journey and progression.
Yellow Level
Learn the fundamentals
- Pickleball skills: proper grip and swing fundamentals
- Rules & etiquette: shaking hands and playing with others
- Academics: pickleball vocabulary and introduction to scoring
- Life skills: sportsmanship and honesty
Orange Level
Practice skills
- Pickleball skills: increased paddle and ball skills
- Rules & etiquette: calling balls out and the margin of error
- Academics: parts of the court and the paddle
- Life skills: respect and responsibility
Red Level
Prepare for the course
- Pickleball skills: control and targeting of shots from various court locations
- Rules & etiquette: rules and scoring nuances of match play
- Academics: different playing surfaces and the impact on play
- Life skills: courtesy and positive attitude
Blue Level
Master skills
- Pickleball skills: footwork and shot-making to extend match play
- Rules & etiquette: the importance of the “honor system” on the court
- Academics: history and future of pickleball and tournaments
- Life skills: cooperation and perseverance
Black Level
Play like a pro
- Pickleball skills: developing finesse and understanding shot selection
- Rules & etiquette: understanding of all game-play rules
- Academics: applying math and science to develop shot strategies
- Life skills: leading by example for your peers
Camps
TGA pickleball camps provide kids of all ages and abilities the opportunity to play and develop their love of the game. Our dedicated coaching staff and low camper-to-coach ratio allow for individual attention and instruction tailored to each participant’s skill level. In addition to honing their skills and improving their game, campers build friendships and life-long memories.
Clinics
Junior players of all skill levels are invited to join our coach-led clinics to develop core fundamentals and mechanics. Taught in a hyper-focused format (1 to 3 hours in length), our clinics are designed to help players hone and master the fundamental skills of the game.
Leagues
Our pickleball leagues bring young players together to play against other teams while promoting social skills and life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship. Leagues are a great next step for players who have developed the fundamentals of their game and want to apply those skills in a friendly, semi-competitive setting.
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