Drive, Dink & Develop 3.0-3.5 – Six Weeks to a Smarter, Stronger Game with Coach Gianna
Drive, Dink & Develop 3.0-3.5 – Six Weeks to a Smarter, Stronger Game with Coach Gianna at Scottsdale - Mayo, Scottsdale, Arizona on Tue, Nov 10, 2026 at…
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Drive, Dink & Develop 3.0-3.5 – Six Weeks to a Smarter, Stronger Game
Drive with purpose. Dink with control. Develop with confidence!
Ready to build a stronger, smarter, and more consistent pickleball game? This 6-week progressive clinic is designed for 3.0-level players looking to improve their technique, shot selection, court positioning, and overall confidence!
Each week, we'll introduce a different essential pickleball skill through targeted drills, partner exercises, and game-like situations. From powerful drives and controlled drops to defensive resets and strategic dinking, you'll develop the tools needed to become a more complete player.
6-Week Clinic Breakdown:
Week 1 – Drive with Purpose: Power, Placement & Control
Learn how to hit effective forehand and backhand drives using proper mechanics, controlled power, and strategic placement. Focus on keeping drives low, targeting open spaces, and understanding when a drive is the right shot.
Featured Drill: Drive & Target Challenge — Practice hitting controlled drives toward designated targets while focusing on consistency, accuracy, and placement.
Week 2 – Mastering the Third Shot: Drops vs. Drives
Develop a better understanding of when to use a third shot drop versus a third shot drive. Learn how to recognize your opponents' positioning and make smarter decisions to help your team advance toward the kitchen.
Featured Drill: Drop or Drive Decision Challenge — Practice choosing between a third shot drop and drive based on ball…
Event details
Drive, Dink & Develop 3.0-3.5 – Six Weeks to a Smarter, Stronger Game with Coach Gianna is a clinic hosted by Scottsdale - Mayo in Scottsdale, Arizona. It is listed as Clinic. The venue is at 7000 East Mayo Boulevard, Scottsdale, Arizona 85054. The next session starts on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 12:00 PM and ends at 1:00 PM, local time at the club. Sessions continue until December 15, 2026. Registration costs $169 USD. 5 of 6 spots are open. Players can register online as guests, without a Scottsdale - Mayo account. Scottsdale - Mayo has 12 courts for pickleball.
- Type
- Clinic
- Instructor
- Gianna Shepard
- Starts
- Ends
- Time zone
- Local time at the club
- Registration fee
- $169 USD
- Capacity
- 6
- Spots left
- 5
- Online registration
- Guest checkout available, no account required
Location
7000 East Mayo BoulevardScottsdale, Arizona