2.5-2.9 Beginner - Must have experience playing. This is not for players who have never played before or only a few times. Please attend our Intro to PB Clinic 6:00-7:30pm on Tuesdays.
Can keep score, knows the Rules and foundation/strategy of Game.
FOREHAND: Basic directional groundstrokes; consistency still developing. BACKHAND: building confidence and control
SERVE/RETURN: Basic serve; can get it into the box
DINK: Basics developing; can sustain short rallies w/ players of similar ability. Is moving up to the net
3rd SHOT: Making minimal attempts at the drop shot.
VOLLEY: Developing a simple punch volley
3.0-3.49 - Proficient on above &
Better Consistency and Control
Consistent serve and return of serve
Basic Shots
Third Shot Strategy
Moving up to the net more readily
3.5-3.74 Proficient on above &
Decent rallies
Communication and play strategy
Can play both a “soft” and “hard” game
Directional control and placement
Increasing drop shots and dinking
3.75-3.99 - Proficient on above &
Sustained rallies
Increased strategy, ball placement, shot selection
Fewer unforced errors
Better control and resetting
Improved court positioning
4.0+ Proficient on above &
Strategy - anticipating opponents moves and weaknesses
Control pace of game using finesse and power
Proficient in drop shots and dinking
Ability to say "I'm sorry" when you hit someone above their sternum
4.5+ - Proficient on Above ++