Pickleball Clinics
Take your game to the next level with our group pickleball clinics for adults of all skill levels.
Our clinics combine skills training, focused drills and practice matches in a fun and supportive setting. Whether you’re learning the basics or fine-tuning your technique, these sessions provide the perfect balance of instruction and play to help you grow your skills and confidence.
Join in and see why people all over Ireland and across the globe are choosing pickleball as their go-to sport!
What You'll Learn
Pickleball basics: Get a solid understanding of the rules, scoring and player positioning to feel confident stepping onto the court.
Serving techniques: Master the basics of serving, from consistent placement to power and spin.
Dinking and soft shots: Learn how to control the pace of the game with shots that prevent your opponents from attacking.
Volleys and firefights: Improve your reaction time and positioning to dominate at the net with explosive and effective volleys.
Game strategy: Understand court positioning, shot selection and tactics to outsmart and outperform your opponents.
About Our Pickleball Clinics
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Our pickleball clinics are held every few months at the Portarlington Community Centre in Portarlington, R32 D797 Co. Laois. Contact us to find out when our next one is.
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Our pickleball clinics are designed to provide a dynamic and structured approach to improving your game. Each session begins with a warm-up, followed by targeted drills to hone essential skills like serving, dinking and volleying. Participants then have the opportunity to put their practice into action with guided match play, where instructors offer tips on strategy and technique.
Whether you’re looking to refine specific skills or simply enjoy focused time on the court, our clinics provide the perfect mix of instruction, practice and play.
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Our clinics are open to adults (18+) of all skill levels, from complete beginners to experienced players looking to sharpen their game. We create an inclusive and supportive environment where participants are grouped by skill level, ensuring everyone can learn and improve at their own pace. Whether you’re just starting out or refining advanced techniques, our clinics are designed to help you build confidence and elevate your play.
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Our pickleball clinics are led by Rallytime Pickle Founders Bobby and Francie Fitzpatrick.
Bobby and Francie are competitive pickleball players who have represented Ireland at the national level. They are parents of four pickleball-crazy kids and enjoy introducing the sport to the next generation of pickleball enthusiasts.
