Level 1 certification
Built for the start of your coaching journey
This course is ideal for beginner pickleball players looking to build both their skills and understanding of the game. It's also well-suited for beginner to intermediate coaches and school teachers interested in incorporating pickleball into their physical education programs.
What you’ll learn
Everything a beginner-friendly coach needs
Five capabilities you’ll take onto the court. Covering the safety, structure, and skills that make a beginner-friendly coach.
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Safety
Run a beginner-friendly session that keeps every player learning and unhurt.
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Scoring
Teach scoring at the right moment, in a way that sticks.
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Positioning
Coach correct court positioning for doubles and singles.
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Lessons
Plan and deliver group sessions and one-on-ones that build skill week by week.
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Rules
Weave the rules of the game into play, so they’re learned, not lectured.
Assessment
How you’ll prove you’re ready
Three short components designed to test what you can actually do on court, not just what you can recall. Complete all three and you’re certified.
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On-court assessment
A practical evaluation observed by your facilitator on the day of the course. You’ll demonstrate teaching, technique, and group management with real players.
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Multiple-choice test
A short online test covering rules, safety, and the theory you’ve learned. Open-book and designed to take under 30 minutes.
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48-hour window
Submit your test within 48 hours of finishing the course while everything is still fresh. Results returned within seven days.
Enrol in Level 1 certification
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