The Pickleball Drill Book

Incorporate drills used by the pros and see results on the court.

If you have been looking for a way to improve your pickleball game, look no further than The Pickleball Drill Book. With over 190 drills, this is the most comprehensive pickleball drill book on the market.

Whether you are a new player wanting to develop strong foundational skills and fast improvement or a seasoned player looking for a competitive edge, this book will help take you to the next level. You will find progressive technique drills for mastering shots, footwork, and agility as well as conditioning drills to maximize movement, balance, and reaction time for more effective play. You will learn the five technical aspects of each shot:

• Grip
• Stance
• Paddle preparation and shot shape
• Contact point and weight transfer
• Follow-through and nondominant arm positioning

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A useful drill finder makes it easy to locate drills that target the specific skills you want to improve. Each drill comes with variations, progressions, coaching tips, and detailed illustrations to help players of all levels implement them with confidence. Drills also include details such as the ideal player level, the number of participants required, and whether it can be enhanced by using a ball machine.

With The Pickleball Drill Book, you can strengthen both the technical and tactical aspects of your pickleball game with targeted drills. Start with the basics, focus on areas you would like to improve, or perfect your favorite moves so you can build points with purpose and confidence.

Audience

Pickleball players and coaches at all levels.

Exercise Finder

Part I. Non-Volley Zone: The Finesse Game

Chapter 1. Dinking

Chapter 2. Lobs

Chapter 3. The Around the Post Shot (ATP)

Part II. Non-Valley Zone Drills: Attack and Counter

Chapter 4. Volleys

Chapter 5. Overheads

Chapter 6. Speed Ups, Counters, and Resets

Chapter 7. The Erne

Part III. Transition Zone Drills

Chapter 8. Drop Shots

Chapter 9. Drives

Chapter 10. Transition Zone Offense and Defense

Part IV. Baseline Drills

Chapter 11. Serves

Chapter 12. Returns

Chapter 13. Groundstrokes

Part IV. Footwork and Conditioning

Chapter 14. Hand Eye Coordination

Chapter 15. Footwork and Agility

Suzee Anderson is a seasoned expert in the world of pickleball. With a decade of passion for the sport, Anderson brings a wealth of experience as a former top 10 professional player. She holds the PPR Pro and Coach Developer credentials from the Professional Pickleball Registry. At the helm of two thriving academies, boasting 13 dedicated coaches and 29 courts, her impact on the pickleball community is both profound and far-reaching.

Not confined by geography, Anderson has pioneered 12 remote training academies, bridging distances to share her expertise. With a love for teaching and a keen eye for mechanics, she is a true authority when it comes to refining skills and optimizing gameplay strategies. She is not just a coach; she's a strategic warrior on the court, emphasizing an offense-focused approach to elevate your game.