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Clinics & Lessons Guide

We offer multiple types of clinics, all with varying benefits depending on what you are hoping to learn and achieve.

Private Lessons

One-on-one instruction tailored to your specific needs and skill level. We focus on individual technique, personalized feedback, and accelerated improvement.

4-Person Clinic

4 players with one instructor in cost effective learning with focus on technique, court positioning and doubles strategy.

Group Lessons

Learn with other players at a similar skill level and a more affordable range, and gain opportunities for social interaction and practice with others.

Topical Workshops

Short-term, intensive sessions focusing on specific skills or strategies, these are often conducted by experienced coaches or visiting pros.

Where to Start

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CLINIC AT MUNI

These clinics are offered through the City of Santa Barbara. We offer 4-week or 3-day clinics for beginners, intermediate and advanced levels, located at 1414 Park Place.

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DYNAMITE PICKLEBALL

Dynamite also offers a variety of clinic options for every level of player including 4-person clinics, drill sessions, specific skill workshops, mini-academies, and our prestigious Dynamite Academy. These clinics are Earl Warren Showgrounds courts, 3400 Calle Real.

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Focus Areas

Clinics and lessons can be tailored to focus on specific skills like those below.

BASIC: Serving

Proper stance, grip, and underhand motion. Targeting specific areas of the opponent’s court. 

BASIC: Groundstrokes

Forehand and backhand strokes with correct technique. Footwork and positioning.

BASIC: Volleys

Hitting the ball in the air, focusing on control and placement. Understanding when to volley vs. let the ball bounce.

BASIC: Dinks

Soft shots just over the net, aimed to land in the non-volley zone. Learning touch and finesse.

BASIC: Lobs

High, deep shots to move opponents back. Strategic use of lobs during play.

ADV: Spin

Adding topspin or backspin to your shots for better control and deception.

ADV: Drop Shots

Soft shots aimed to land just over the net, forcing opponents to move forward.

ADV: Third Shot Drop

Executing a soft shot after the serve return to neutralize the rally and move to the net.

ADV: Defensive Skills

Blocking, resetting shots, and countering aggressive opponents.

STRATEGY: Positioning

Proper positioning for serving, receiving, and during rallies. Understanding the importance of controlling the non-volley zone.

STRATEGY: Doubles Strategy

Communication and coordination with your partner. Effective positioning and movement as a team.

STRATEGY: Game Situations

Analyzing different game scenarios and making strategic decisions. Practicing specific drills to simulate match conditions.

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