Learn • Play • Enjoy

Resources for More Enjoyable Pickleball

Pickleball is about enjoying the game and the people you meet. These books and practical guides help you learn at your own pace, play safely, and create a welcoming experience for others.

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For new players

Pickleball for Beginners

A clear, safety-first guide to learning the game and stepping onto the court with confidence.

  • Understand the rules, scoring, and court positioning.
  • Build sound fundamentals and safe playing habits.
  • Learn at your own pace with easy-to-follow instruction.

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New to Pickleball? Start with Confidence

Meet Coach Tom’s beginner-friendly guide to learning the game, building sound fundamentals, and keeping safety in mind.

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For club leaders & organizers

Pickleball Club Builder™

A practical, step-by-step guide to starting, growing, or rebuilding a well-organized club where players feel welcome and volunteers feel supported.

  • Strengthen leadership, governance, and day-to-day operations.
  • Plan for membership growth and long-term success.
  • Includes access to the Club Builder Resource Library with worksheets, templates, and checklists.

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Available now · Leadership development

Club Builder™ Leadership Learning Center

A Leadership Development Workbook for Pickleball Club Leaders and Volunteers.

Designed to be used on its own or alongside Pickleball Club Builder™.

Put ideas into practice with 13 leadership modules, club scenarios, discussion questions, and 35 editable worksheets. Use it for individual learning, board orientation, committee development, or small group workshops.

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Build confidence and make learning enjoyable with Court Smart and Coach’s Corner.

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Beyond the basics

Court Smart™ Training Manual

For players who know the fundamentals and are ready to develop a smarter, more strategic game.

Improve court positioning, shot selection, partner communication, and decision-making. Learn to recognize opportunities, move safely, and play with greater confidence and purpose.

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Available now · Coaching development

Coach’s Corner™ Coaching Manual

A practical guide by Thomas “Coach Tom” Hincy for instructors and club volunteers who want to teach with confidence, organize purposeful practice, and support player development.

Build your skills in communication, lesson planning, court awareness, adaptable drills, and focused feedback. Companion worksheets, illustrated drills, coaching resources, and a fillable completion certificate are available in the password-protected resource library.

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Not sure where to start? Email Coach Tom for help choosing a resource.