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Cornelius Pickleball Programs

Lake Norman Pickleball Association is excited to partner with Cornelius Parks and Recreation to provide educational clinics. We will be offering clinics in multi-week series that will build on different skills each week. We will also be offering one-day clinics targeted to one specific skill. Clinics will be based on skill level. Signing up for the correct skill level helps both you and the instructional group get the most from the lesson. Please see the current clinic offerings below. 

LKNPA does not want financial hardship to be a barrier to participation. We offer a scholarship program for those that meet qualifying criteria. If you feel you may qualify, email Dave Mancuso (dave.lknpickleball@gmail.com) for more information. 

LKNPA members need to login prior to registering to receive member discount. If you are not a member, but would like to join to receive clinic discounts and other benefits, please click the Join tab above for more information. 

Current Programs

    • October 15, 2025
    • November 05, 2025
    • 4 sessions
    • Bailey Road Park
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Pickleball 101 - 4 week series for Newbies/Beginners

    Pickleball 101 is designed for players who are new to the sport. Topics covered will include the basic rules of play, keeping score, game fundamentals, etc. This can be considered the "couch to 5K program" for pickleball. This series will  provide a foundation so you will be comfortable participating in the many social play opportunities available. Each week will consist of approximately 40 minutes of instruction, followed by observed play. 

    The clinic will be held on Wednesday evenings (10/15, 10/22, 10,29, 11/5) Bailey Road Park. November 12 will be reserved as a make-up date in case a session is cancelled due to weather. 

    Instructors:  Dave Combs, Jeff Moree, Pat Coleman, Dave Mancuso

    • October 15, 2025
    • November 05, 2025
    • 4 sessions
    • Bailey Road Park
    • 6
    Register

    Pickleball 201 - 4-week series for Advanced Beginners

    Pickleball 201 is designed for players  who are at or around the advanced beginners skill level. This is designed for players who know the basics of the game but would like to improve skills and take their game to the next level. Topics will include drills to improve consistency and game play strategy. Each session will consist of approximately 40 minutes of instruction, followed by observed play. 

    The clinic will be held on Wednesday evenings (10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5) at Bailey Road Park. November 12 will be reserved as a make-up date in case a session is cancelled due to weather. 

    Instructor: Dave Combs, Jeff Moree, Pat Coleman, Dave Mancuso

    • October 15, 2025
    • November 05, 2025
    • 4 sessions
    • Bailey Road Park
    • 13
    Register

    Pickleball 301 - 4-week series for Intermediate Players

    Pickleball 301 is designed for players who are intermediate (3.0-3.5) skill level. This is perfect for players who have strong basics of the game but would like to improve skills and take their game to the next level. Players should have solid serves and returns, be able to sustain a dink rally, etc. This will be ideal for players who have previously participated in the 201 session or have intermediate-level skills. Topics will include drills to improve consistency and game play strategy. Each session will consist of approximately 40 minutes of instruction, followed by observed play. 

    The clinic will be held on Wednesday evenings (10/15, 10/22/ 10/29, 11/5) at Bailey Road Park. November 12th will be reserved as a make-up date in case a session is cancelled due to weather. 

    Instructors:  Dave Combs, Jeff Moree, Pat Coleman, Dave Mancuso

    • November 03, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • Bailey Road Park
    • 0
    Join waitlist
    Want to put the busy work day behind you or just simply work on your game?   Why not get outside and improve your pickleball skills? These evening clinics will be limited to a small group of eight players for an 1 1/2 hours of focused skill- building.

    Do you ever hear yourself ask, "What am I doing wrong"?  Well, this clinic will help answer those question for you.  During this session, a certified pickleball instructor and high-level player will provide participants with real-time feedback and coaching on their playing techniques includes shot selection and placement, player positioning, strategy, and playing well with your partner.

    If you want great feedback on how you are approaching the game as well as the biomechanics involved in executing your shots, this clinic is highly recommended.

    • November 10, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • Bailey Road Park - Cornelius
    • 8
    Register
    Want to put the busy work day behind you or just simply work on your game?   Why not get outside and improve your pickleball skills? These evening clinics will be limited to a small group of eight players for 1 1/2 hours of focused skill- building.

    This clinic will focus on the first two shots of every point.  While sometimes taken for granted, consistent and well-placed serves and returns can provide you with a competitive advantage.  Attendees will learn why well-placed serves and return of serves will set them up for success.  Your instructor will cover different types of serves and returns and the best spot on the court to place these important shots.
    • November 15, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    • Bailey Road Park - Cornelius
    • 7
    Register
    This 1 1/2 hour clinic is among our most popular as it combines learning and refining new intermediate-level skills with actual game play that is observed by certified instructors who provide real-time coaching in a game-like setting.

    Participants will be grouped by skill level and will learn skill-appropriate elements of pickleball.  Topics will vary but will be customized to meet the needs of the participants.  Examples of topics covered may include serves, return of serves, dinking, drives, non-volley zone strategies, drop shots, transition zone defense, working as a team, etc. Come out and enjoy this opportunity to improve your fundamentals and meet new players!


    • November 17, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • Bailey Road Park
    • 8
    Register
    Want to put the busy work day behind you or just simply work on your game?   Why not get outside and improve your pickleball skills? These evening clinics will be limited to a small group of eight players for an 1 1/2 hours of focused skill- building.

    Do you ever hear yourself ask, "What am I doing wrong"?  Well, this clinic will help answer those question for you.  During this session, a certified pickleball instructor and high-level player will provide participants with real-time feedback and coaching on their playing techniques includes shot selection and placement, player positioning, strategy, and playing well with your partner.

    If you want great feedback on how you are approaching the game as well as the biomechanics involved in executing your shots, this clinic is highly recommended.

    • November 19, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • Bailey Road Park
    • 8
    Register

    Want to put the busy work day behind you or just simply work on your game?   Why not get outside and improve your pickleball skills? These evening clinics will be limited to a small group of eight players for 1 1/2 hours of focused skill-building.

    This clinic will focus on what most people consider the most important shot in pickleball and that is the 3rd shot.  Executed by the serving team, this shot really sets the tone for how a point will be played out.  This clinic will focus on whether you should drive or drop your third shot and how to execute each shot.

    There's a time to drive and a time to drop.  Register for this clinic to learn and perfect this important shot.


    • November 24, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Torrance Chapel Park - Cornelius
    • 4
    Register
    Want to put the busy work day behind you or just simply work on your game?   Why not get outside and improve your pickleball skills? These evening clinics will be limited to a small group of eight players for an hour of focused skill- building.

    This clinic will consist of instructor-led drilling focusing on cross-court dinking, drop shots, speed-ups, serves and returns.  Instructors will demonstrate proper technique, explain drills, and provide real-time coaching to fix any mechanical flaws.    

    This is the perfect clinic for players who are committed to drilling and practicing to improve their game.  Participants will leave the clinic with an understanding of how to structure their own drilling sessions so they can continue to invest in their game.    


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Lake Norman Pickleball Association
9815 Sam Furr Rd.
Suite J-101
Huntersville, NC 28078

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