Menu
Log in


Your LKN Area Pickleball Resource

Log in

Thank You to our sponsors:

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

    • 19 Mar 2024
    • 5:15 PM
    • 14 May 2024
    • 7:30 PM
    • Torrence Chapel Park Tennis Courts
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Spring Ladder League - Beginner/Low Intermediate (3.25 and under) 5:15 - 7:00p.m. Session

    Ladder leagues are organized leagues in which players sign-up individually and compete against each other in a structured weekly format. The rungs on the ‘ladder’ represent a player’s current position (ranking) on the ladder relative to the other players. Over 8 weeks, players will play in a round robin format with the other players on your assigned court.  Scores are tallied weekly, and players will move up or down the ladder depending on their performance, creating quality matches each week for all players.

    We ask that you consider your skill level and your availability when selecting a session.  We will likely have more people wanting to play than spots available so we ask that you not take a spot if you believe you will be unavailable two or more nights of the session. Players who have an excessive number of weeks they are unable to participate will not be able to register for future sessions. 

    The league options that are available are as follows. Please note that we have mixed up the groups to offer options to those who couldn’t play on previously designated days.  As a reminder, only select ONE session to register for as we have a large amount of interest. 
    • REGISTRATION FOR THE LADDER LEAGUE OPENS ON MARCH 8 AT 8AM. 
    • You register for the ladder using LKN’s website on or after March 8.  You cannot register before then.  
    • Register HEREwww.lknpickleball.com/Cornelius-Programs
    The sessions are: 

    March 19-May 14 - Tuesday evenings

    • Tuesday 5:15 to 7pm – Beginner / low intermediate (under 3.25 rating)   
    • Tuesday 7:15 to 9pm – High intermediate / Advanced (over 3.25 rating)  

    OR

    March 21-May 16 - Thursday evenings

    • Thursday 5:15 to 7pm – High intermediate / Advanced (over 3.25 rating)  
    • Thursday 7:15 to 9pm – Beginner / low intermediate (under 3.25 rating)

    If you are not able to commit to 8 weeks but want to be a substitute player when someone will miss one of their weeks, then you may signup to be added to the sub list.  Please register for the appropriate sub list based on your skill level.  The Ladder League committee will seed the substitute players as we do the ladder league players to ensure fairness on the courts.  Membership is required for both playing as a registered player in the league as well as being a substitute player. 

    Signup for the sub list is NOT on the LKN website but can be found here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0548AFA62FA3F94-47922440-lknladder

    If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Soller via email ONLY at lsoller@automotivecredit.com and she will reply. 



     

    • 19 Mar 2024
    • 7:15 PM
    • 14 May 2024
    • 9:00 PM
    • Torrence Chapel Park Tennis Courts
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Spring Ladder League - High Intermediate/Advanced (Over 3.25) 7:15 - 9:00p.m. Session

    Ladder leagues are organized leagues in which players sign-up individually and compete against each other in a structured weekly format. The rungs on the ‘ladder’ represent a player’s current position (ranking) on the ladder relative to the other players. Over 8 weeks, players will play in a round robin format with the other players on your assigned court.  Scores are tallied weekly, and players will move up or down the ladder depending on their performance, creating quality matches each week for all players.

    We ask that you consider your skill level and your availability when selecting a session.  We will likely have more people wanting to play than spots available so we ask that you not take a spot if you believe you will be unavailable two or more nights of the session. Players who have an excessive number of weeks they are unable to participate will not be able to register for future sessions. 

    The league options that are available are as follows. Please note that we have mixed up the groups to offer options to those who couldn’t play on previously designated days.  As a reminder, only select ONE session to register for as we have a large amount of interest. 
    • REGISTRATION FOR THE LADDER LEAGUE OPENS ON MARCH 8 AT 8AM. 
    • You register for the ladder using LKN’s website on or after March 8.  You cannot register before then.  
    • Register HEREwww.lknpickleball.com/Cornelius-Programs

    The sessions are: 

    March 19-May 14 - Tuesday evenings

    • Tuesday 5:15 to 7pm – Beginner / low intermediate (under 3.25 rating)   
    • Tuesday 7:15 to 9pm – High intermediate / Advanced (over 3.25 rating)  

    OR

    March 21-May 16 - Thursday evenings

    • Thursday 5:15 to 7pm – High intermediate / Advanced (over 3.25 rating)  
    • Thursday 7:15 to 9pm – Beginner / low intermediate (under 3.25 rating)

    If you are not able to commit to 8 weeks but want to be a substitute player when someone will miss one of their weeks, then you may signup to be added to the sub list.  Please register for the appropriate sub list based on your skill level.  The Ladder League committee will seed the substitute players as we do the ladder league players to ensure fairness on the courts.  Membership is required for both playing as a registered player in the league as well as being a substitute player. 

    Signup for the sub list is NOT on the LKN website but can be found here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0548AFA62FA3F94-47922440-lknladder

    If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Soller via email ONLY at lsoller@automotivecredit.com and she will reply. 


    • 21 Mar 2024
    • 5:15 PM
    • 16 May 2024
    • 7:00 PM
    • Torrence Chapel Park Tennis Courts
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Spring Ladder League - High Intermediate/Advanced (Over 3.25) 5:15 - 7:00p.m. Session

    Ladder leagues are organized leagues in which players sign-up individually and compete against each other in a structured weekly format. The rungs on the ‘ladder’ represent a player’s current position (ranking) on the ladder relative to the other players. Over 8 weeks, players will play in a round robin format with the other players on your assigned court.  Scores are tallied weekly, and players will move up or down the ladder depending on their performance, creating quality matches each week for all players.

    We ask that you consider your skill level and your availability when selecting a session.  We will likely have more people wanting to play than spots available so we ask that you not take a spot if you believe you will be unavailable two or more nights of the session. Players who have an excessive number of weeks they are unable to participate will not be able to register for future sessions. 

    The league options that are available are as follows. Please note that we have mixed up the groups to offer options to those who couldn’t play on previously designated days.  As a reminder, only select ONE session to register for as we have a large amount of interest. 
    • REGISTRATION FOR THE LADDER LEAGUE OPENS ON MARCH 8 AT 8AM. 
    • You register for the ladder using LKN’s website on or after March 8.  You cannot register before then.  
    • Register HEREwww.lknpickleball.com/Cornelius-Programs

    The sessions are: 

    March 19-May 14 - Tuesday evenings

    • Tuesday 5:15 to 7pm – Beginner / low intermediate (under 3.25 rating)   
    • Tuesday 7:15 to 9pm – High intermediate / Advanced (over 3.25 rating)  

    OR

    March 21-May 16 - Thursday evenings

    • Thursday 5:15 to 7pm – High intermediate / Advanced (over 3.25 rating)  
    • Thursday 7:15 to 9pm – Beginner / low intermediate (under 3.25 rating)

    If you are not able to commit to 8 weeks but want to be a substitute player when someone will miss one of their weeks, then you may signup to be added to the sub list.  Please register for the appropriate sub list based on your skill level.  The Ladder League committee will seed the substitute players as we do the ladder league players to ensure fairness on the courts.  Membership is required for both playing as a registered player in the league as well as being a substitute player. 

    Signup for the sub list is NOT on the LKN website but can be found here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0548AFA62FA3F94-47922440-lknladder

    If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Soller via email ONLY at lsoller@automotivecredit.com and she will reply. 

    • 21 Mar 2024
    • 7:15 PM
    • 16 May 2024
    • 9:00 PM
    • Torrence Chapel Park Tennis Courts
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Spring Ladder League - Beginner/Low Intermediate (3.25 and under) 7:15- 9:00p.m. Session

    Ladder leagues are organized leagues in which players sign-up individually and compete against each other in a structured weekly format. The rungs on the ‘ladder’ represent a player’s current position (ranking) on the ladder relative to the other players. Over 8 weeks, players will play in a round robin format with the other players on your assigned court.  Scores are tallied weekly, and players will move up or down the ladder depending on their performance, creating quality matches each week for all players.

    We ask that you consider your skill level and your availability when selecting a session.  We will likely have more people wanting to play than spots available so we ask that you not take a spot if you believe you will be unavailable two or more nights of the session. Players who have an excessive number of weeks they are unable to participate will not be able to register for future sessions. 

    The league options that are available are as follows. Please note that we have mixed up the groups to offer options to those who couldn’t play on previously designated days.  As a reminder, only select ONE session to register for as we have a large amount of interest. 
    • REGISTRATION FOR THE LADDER LEAGUE OPENS ON MARCH 8 AT 8AM. 
    • You register for the ladder using LKN’s website on or after March 8.  You cannot register before then.  
    • Register HEREwww.lknpickleball.com/Cornelius-Programs

    The sessions are: 

    March 19-May 14 - Tuesday evenings

    • Tuesday 5:15 to 7pm – Beginner / low intermediate (under 3.25 rating)   
    • Tuesday 7:15 to 9pm – High intermediate / Advanced (over 3.25 rating)  

    OR

    March 21-May 16 - Thursday evenings

    • Thursday 5:15 to 7pm – High intermediate / Advanced (over 3.25 rating)  
    • Thursday 7:15 to 9pm – Beginner / low intermediate (under 3.25 rating)

    If you are not able to commit to 8 weeks but want to be a substitute player when someone will miss one of their weeks, then you may signup to be added to the sub list.  Please register for the appropriate sub list based on your skill level.  The Ladder League committee will seed the substitute players as we do the ladder league players to ensure fairness on the courts.  Membership is required for both playing as a registered player in the league as well as being a substitute player. 

    Signup for the sub list is NOT on the LKN website but can be found here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0548AFA62FA3F94-47922440-lknladder

    If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Soller via email ONLY at lsoller@automotivecredit.com and she will reply. 


     

    • 28 Mar 2024
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Robbins Park - Catawba Ave.
    • 0
    Join waitlist
    Looking for an alternative activity for lunchtime? Why not get outside and improve your pickleball skills? These mid-day clinics will be limited to a small group of eight players and two instructors for an hour of focused skill- building.

    This clinic will focus on the first three shots of every point - serve, return, and third shot drive, drop, or lob.  This clinic will teach participants when to drop and when to drive and how to mix in an effective lob to keep your opponents guessing.  Attendees will learn why good serves and return of serves will set them up for success and how the right third shot will be a game changer.  

    Instructor: Jeff Moree
    • 30 Mar 2024
    • 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Robbins Park - Catawba Ave.
    • 0
    Join waitlist
    This fun clinic will combine working on a particular skill and then applying that in a one hour, coached round robin game format. Topics may include improved dinking, serving/returning, drop shots, etc. Come out and enjoy this opportunity to improve your fundamentals and meet new players!

    Instructors: Dave Mancuso
    • 30 Mar 2024
    • 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Robbins Park - Catawba Ave.
    • 8
    This fun clinic will combine working on a particular skill and then applying that in a one hour, coached round robin game format. Topics may include non-volley zone strategies, drop shots, working as a team, etc. Come out and enjoy this opportunity to improve your fundamentals and meet new players!

    Instructor: Jeff Moree
    • 4 Apr 2024
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Robbins Park - Catawba Ave.
    • 3
    Register
    Looking for an alternative activity for lunchtime? Why not get outside and improve your pickleball skills? These midday clinics will be limited to a small group of four players for an hour of focused skill building.

    This clinic will focus on building skills necessary to win intense points from the kitchen line.  We'll teach both defensive and offensive tactics including blocks, resets, and punch volleys.  We will also spend time learning how to recognize attackable opportunities and how to use both forehand and backhand shots to win the point.  This is a must have clinic if you play against bangers.  

    Dominate the kitchen line!!!!

    Instructor: Jeff Moree and Dave Combs
    • 6 Apr 2024
    • 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Robbins Park - Catawba Ave.
    • 7
    Register
    This fun clinic will combine working on a particular skill and then applying that in a one hour, coached round robin game format. Topics may include improved dinking, serving/returning, drop shots, etc. Come out and enjoy this opportunity to improve your fundamentals and meet new players!

    Instructors: Dave Mancuso
    • 6 Apr 2024
    • 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Robbins Park - Catawba Ave.
    • 7
    Register
    This fun clinic will combine working on a particular skill and then applying that in a one hour, coached round robin game format. Topics may include non-volley zone strategies, drop shots, working as a team, etc. Come out and enjoy this opportunity to improve your fundamentals and meet new players!

    Instructor: Jeff Moree
    • 11 Apr 2024
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Robbins Park - Catawba Ave.
    • 8
    Register
    Looking for an alternative activity for lunchtime? Why not get outside and improve your pickleball skills? These midday clinics will be limited to a small group of four players for an hour 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.

    Instructor: Jeff Moree
    • 14 Apr 2024
    • 5:00 PM
    • Torrence Chapel Park Courts
    • 23
    Register

    Please join the Lake Norman Pickleball Association (LKNPA) as we welcome those interested in learning about the fastest growing sport in the country that has a weird name but is loads of fun… PICKLEBALL! For only $15, you can see why everyone is talking and enjoying this sport that is enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities. People aged 4-100 are taking over courts throughout the nation, meeting new people and getting some exercise while doing so! 


    The LKNPA is proud to host a beginners only, “Introduction to PICKLEBALL”, starting at 5pm at the TORRENCE CHAPEL PARK COURTS. The first hour being spent learning all about the sport, paddle, court, ball and why everyone is loving and talking about pickleball! Time will be spent introducing the basic shots, rules and game play. Then at 6pm, the fun continues when the courts open up to other beginners that already know the basic rules of the game. 

    Please try and bring your own paddle. Dick’s Sporting Goods in Birkdale Village and Academy Sports in Mooresville have a healthy selection of paddles and there is always Amazon. You might already be wondering… “which paddle is for you?” Do not stress over that until you get a good grasp of the game and then you will understand what you want in a paddle. 

    If the courts are too wet at 4pm the day of the clinic, I will send an email out and the clinic will be postponed to the next week. Hope it doesn’t rain.


    • 18 Apr 2024
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Robbins Park - Catawba Ave.
    • 7
    Register
    Looking for an alternative activity for lunchtime? Why not get outside and improve your pickleball skills? These midday clinics will be limited to a small group of four players for an hour of focused skill building.

    This clinic will focus on the very important skill of dinking.  This often neglected aspect of the game is the difference between recreational pickleball and competitive pickleball.  Attendees will learn why dinking is so important, when to dink, how to dink, and will be given drills they can use to get better.

    Instructor: Jeff Moree and Dave Combs
    • 25 Apr 2024
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Robbins Park - Catawba Ave.
    • 7
    Register
    Looking for an alternative activity for lunchtime? Why not get outside and improve your pickleball skills? These mid-day clinics will be limited to a small group of eight players and two instructors for an hour of focused skill- building.

    This clinic will focus on the first three shots of every point - serve, return, and third shot drive, drop, or lob.  This clinic will teach participants when to drop and when to drive and how to mix in an effective lob to keep your opponents guessing.  Attendees will learn why good serves and return of serves will set them up for success and how the right third shot will be a game changer.  

    Instructor: Jeff Moree
    • 21 May 2024
    • 18 Jun 2024
    • 4 sessions
    • Torrence Chapel 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 Tuesday evenings(5/21, 6/4, 6/11, and 6/18) at Torrence Chapel Park. June 25 will be reserved as a make-up date in case a session is cancelled due to weather. 

    Instructors:  Jeff Moree, Dave Mancuso

    • 21 May 2024
    • 18 Jun 2024
    • 4 sessions
    • Torrence Chapel Park
    • 0
    Join waitlist

    Pickleball 201 - 4 week series for Advanced Beginners/Intermediate

    Pickleball 201 is designed for players  who are advanced beginners or intermediate 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 Tuesday  evenings (5/21, 6/4, 6/11, and 6/18) at Torrence Chapel Park.  June 25th will be reserved as a make-up date in case a session is cancelled due to weather. 

    Instructor: Jeff Moree, Dave Mancuso

    • 21 May 2024
    • 18 Jun 2024
    • 4 sessions
    • Torrence Chapel Park
    • 4
    Register

    Pickleball 202 - 4 week series for Intermediate Players

    Pickleball 202 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. 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 Tuesday evenings (5/21, 6/4, 6/11, and 6/18) at Torrence Chapel Park. June 25th will be reserved as a make-up date in case a session is cancelled due to weather. 

    Instructor:  Jeff Moree

    • 21 May 2024
    • 18 Jun 2024
    • 4 sessions
    • Torrence Chapel Park
    • 6
    Register

    Pickleball 203 - 4 week series for Intermediate+/Advanced Players

    Pickleball 203 is designed for players who are intermediate+/advanced (>3.5) skill level. Sessions will focus on intense drills and advanced game play strategy including point construction. Each session will consist of approximately 40 minutes of instruction, followed by observed play. This series would be ideal for partners that intend to play in tournaments or other events as a team. 

    The clinic will be held on Tuesday evenings (5/21, 6/4, 6/11, and 6/18) at Torrence Chapel Park. June 25th will be reserved as a make-up date in case a session is cancelled due to weather. 

    Instructors:  Dave Mancuso

    *In order to ensure a competitive experience for all participants, instructor reserves the right to decline registration. 

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

Proud partners with:


Powered by Wild Apricot Membership Software