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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

  • Evening Clinic - Hitting and Defending Lobs (Adv Beg/Int)

    • October 13, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • Bailey Road Park
    • 8
    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.

    Due to the advanced nature of this session, only advanced beginners and intermediate players should attend.  Lobs can be frustrating when used against us but very effective when used against an opponent.  We will cover when and how to use lobs including proper technique and placement as well as how to defend against lobs.


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  • Fall Pickleball 101 - Begins 10/15/25

    • October 15, 2025
    • November 05, 2025
    • 4 sessions
    • Bailey Road Park
    • 0
    • 23 registrants
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    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

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  • Fall Pickleball 201 - Begins 10/15/25

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

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  • Fall Pickleball 301 - Begins 10/15/25

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

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  • Coached Skills and Round Robin - All Levels

    • October 18, 2025
    • 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Bailey Road Park
    • 16
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    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!


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  • Evening Clinic - Drills to Improve Your Game - All Skills Levels

    • October 20, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • Bailey Road Park
    • 1
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    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 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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  • October Singles Tournament 3.0 to 3.49

    • October 26, 2025
    • 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
    • Bailey Road Park 11536 bailey Rd, Cornelius, NC
    • 4 registrants
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    October Singles Tournament – Members Only!

    Join us for an exciting day of competitive singles play!

    Date: October 26, 2025
    Check-In: 12:00 PM
    Games Start: 12:30 PM
    Entry Fee: $25 (Members Only)
    Location: Bailey Road Park – 4 Courts

    Bracket 1: 3.0 – 3.49 | 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
    Bracket 2: 3.5 and Above | 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM

    Limited spots available — only two brackets of players (max per bracket).
    Register now and test your singles skills against the best!

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  • October Singles Tournament 3.5 and above

    • October 26, 2025
    • 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Bailey Road Park 11536 bailey Rd, Cornelius, NC
    • 7
    • 9 registrants
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    October Singles Tournament – Members Only!

    Join us for an exciting day of competitive singles play!

    Date: October 26, 2025
    Check-In: 12:00 PM
    Games Start: 12:30 PM
    Entry Fee: $25 (Members Only)
    Location: Bailey Road Park – 4 Courts

    Bracket 1: 3.0 – 3.49 | 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
    Bracket 2: 3.5 and Above | 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM

    Limited spots available — only two brackets of players (max per bracket).
    Register now and test your singles skills against the best!

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  • Evening Clinic - Real-time Coaching During Game Play - All Levels

    • October 27, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • Bailey Road Park
    • 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 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.

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9815 Sam Furr Rd.
Suite J-101
Huntersville, NC 28078

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