FAQ

Where are the lessons held?

Jo teaches beginner lessons at Prospect lake community hall, and outdoors in Central Saanich.

Lindsey and Eric teach at a variety of courts across Greater Victoria.

Johann teaches his advanced private and group lessons at a variety of locations including Uptown, Beacon Hill, and McMinn.

What should I bring with me?

Please bring appropriate foot wear, such as court shoes, and water. If you have a paddle and Pickleball balls, please bring those as well.

How long are the lessons?

Lessons are 1-2 hours long, providing ample time for skill development and practice.

We suggest first time players take a 2 hour class to start.

Can I purchase Gift Certificates for lessons?

Yes, make gift giving fun! Contact us for your specific requests.

What is the cost of group and private lessons?

Jo Beginner or Lindsey, Eric Intermediate:

Group lessons, $55 per student, two hour session. *

Group lesson redo, $30 per student, two hour session.*

Private lessons, $55 per hour plus court rental. *

Pickleball tune up, group mentor session. Min 6 -8 players, $20 excluding hall cost

Cinics: small group play focused on one or two skills, $30 excluding hall costs

Intermediate Skills: players with a min of 4 months of consistent play, with a player rating of +3.0. $20 excluding hall costs. New,  in September 2025.

New for Fall 2025

Centennial Park Sport Plex/ Prospect Lake community hall with Jo or Lindsey / Eric 

- Full lessons, (Beginner level 1-3), 2 hours sm group, cost $55 pp

- Group re do lesson, cost 30$ pp

- Mentored play,  2 hours, 6 players+, costs $30 pp

-Intermediate Skills and Drills: small group, 2 hour lessons with Lindsey/ Eric cost $55 pp.

- Open play, 6 players +, cost $7 pp

- Private 1 hour lessons with Lindsey/ Eric =$55 + court rental 

- Left Coast Private Personalized Coaching Package with Lindsey/ Eric, 6 x1 hour lessons =$425.00 + court rental

 

Johann's Advanced:

Group lessons (4),$55 per hour, per student *

Small group lesson (2), $55 per hour, per student + court rental. *

Private lessons, $65 per hour, + court rental.*

* All lessons are prepaid, no refunds. Our courts are pre booked and paid for, your fellow students need your full commitment. 

How do I rate?

 

Thank you Pickleball Canada org.

 

2-DIGIT RATINGS

 

These are the rating definitions used for the 2-digit rating system. They may be used to self-rate players who have never played in a tournament before or participated in performance-based club play.

Rating 1.0

  • New player with understanding of the game and rules.

Rating 1.5

  • Can hit the ball back and forth a bit
  • Learning to serve
  • Fails to hit easy balls frequently
  • Beginning to learn the basic rules such as scoring, lines, side outs, etc.

Rating 2.0

  • Sustains short rallies
  • Makes basic strokes such as forehand, backhand, volley, and can serve the ball
  • Understands court positioning and doubles rules

Rating 2.5

  • Can sustain longer rallies but not a fast pace
  • Makes most easy shots including backhands, but still needs some work
  • Able to approach the non-volley zone and hit volleys.
  • Aware of dinks
  • Good understanding of the rules
  • Struggles to cover the entire court

Rating 3.0

  • Has a consistent serve and returns medium-paced balls reliably.
  • Able to make all basic strokes. Lacks control when trying to place the ball.
  • Attempts lobs and dinks with limited success.

Rating 3.5

  • Consistent control and placement of medium-paced shots. Able to return fast-paced shots with slightly less success.
  • Improved control and placement of the ball.
  • Needs more shot variety.
  • Can play aggressively at the non-volley zone.
  • Anticipates opponent’s shots.
  • Learning the strategy of doubles play.

Rating 4.0

  • Consistent both forehand and backhand strokes.
  • Can use spin with some success.
  • Can occasionally force errors when serving.
  • May lose rallies due to impatience.
  • Uses the dink and drop shot successfully.
  • Demonstrates 3rd shot strategies.
  • Aggressive net play in doubles.
  • Full understanding of the rules.

Rating 4.5

  • Beginning to master placement and spin.
  • Beginning to master 3rd shot choices.
  • Good footwork and positioning.
  • Adjusts game style to account for opponent’s strengths/weaknesses and court position.
  • Good shot selection. Does not force shots.
  • Serves consistently and can vary speed and spin.
  • Good court positioning. Anticipates opponent’s shot.

Rating 5.0

  • Mastered all shot types. Excellent shot anticipation.
  • Accurate shot placement.
  • Forces errors. Limits their own unforced errors.
  • Mastered dinks and drop shots.
  • Mastered 3rd shot strategy.
  • Mastered different strategies and can vary play style.
  • Raw athletic ability is often what separates 5.0 players from the rest.

 

 

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