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Taught by Zane Navratil • Former World #1 • 4× MLP Champ • 2× PPA Champ
Zane Navratil

From Top Pro Zane Navratil

Former world #1 singles player, 4× MLP champion, 2× PPA champion, and President of the UPA Pro Player Committee — known for pioneering shots like the chainsaw serve, two-handed off-bounce speed-up, hybrid drive, and tomahawk.

“Follow these steps and you will improve — you’ll know exactly where you are, where you’re going, and how to get there.”

Former World #1 4× MLP Champion 2× PPA Champion UPA Committee President

Have More Fun On The Court — In 3 Easy Steps

Keep it simple. Train smart. Win more. Enjoy every game.

Step 1

Train With Proven Drills

Short, step-by-step lessons that build real skills fast. Clear reps. No guesswork.

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Play Smarter Every Match

Positioning, patterns, and shot selection to outthink and outplay your opponents.

Step 3

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Build confidence, hit cleaner shots, and enjoy pickleball more than ever.

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Step-By-Step Coaching, Lessons & Drills for Pickleball Players of Every Level

The most in-depth online pickleball academy on the market. Learn absolutely everything you need to know to level up your game, have more fun, and master the art of pickleball. Here's What You'll Get Access To:

Learn to Play

Learn to Play

Rules, scoring, equipment and etiquette—everything you need to jump in and play with confidence.

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Beginner

Beginner

Grip, ready position, safe contact, dinking basics, and consistent serves/returns—the foundation for rapid improvement.

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Intermediate

Intermediate

Offense vs defense dinking, red–yellow–green attacking, smart third-shot selections, and owning the transition zone.

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Advanced

Advanced

Topspin dinks, deceptive off-bounce speed-ups, elite counters/resets, and serve/return patterns that create pressure.

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Check Out The Complete Curriculum Below:

Learn to Play
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Overview of Pickleball Generally Starting the Point Serve Rules Return Rules Two-Bounce Rule Kitchen Rules Basics Around the Kitchen Volley Definition Scoring & Side Outs Singles, Doubles, & Mixed Equipment How to Get Started
Beginner
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Ready Position (Theory → Technique → Drills → Positioning → Strategy)
TheoryThe most important skill in pickleball TechniqueExecution of every shot starts here TechniqueBody: move fwd/back/side & get low TechniquePaddle: protect FH / Body / BH DrillsBall Slap Drill DrillsBall Slap Drill with Volleys PositioningHow ready position changes by court area StrategyRead opponent’s ready position
Dinking
TheoryWhy we dink TheoryTV vs what actually works TheorySoft is harder than hard; arc is key TechniquePaddle in vision TechniqueLifting the ball & direction DrillsLifting up the line DrillsLifting crosscourt PositioningStand ~6″ behind kitchen line StrategyIdentify weakness; bounce in front
Attacking
TheoryAttacking per skill level TechniqueSwing “out” not “down” TechniquePaddle in vision; avoid overswing DrillsBall machine to cone targets PositioningHighest comfortable contact; on line StrategyAggressive to safe spots/middle
Defending
TheoryReady position & counterattacking TechniquePaddle in front; compact swings DrillsQuick hands drills PositioningAt the line; balanced StrategyGet the ball down
Serving
TheoryDrop serve vs air serve TechniqueBowling vs sidearm DrillsCone drill PositioningWide vs T; on the line vs behind StrategyDepth is key
Returning
Theory— TechniquePush to target; no large backswing; swing from shoulder DrillsServe/Return; Groundstroke PositioningBehind the baseline StrategyAim back to server
Third Shots
Theory— TechniqueSame as dink; increased follow through DrillsSlinky PositioningSpace to hit; stop and hit? StrategyBack to returner
Transition Zone
TheoryIt’s okay to be here TechniquePaddle position; paddle in vision; don’t give energy DrillsKitchen↔Midcourt; Net↔Midcourt PositioningIf good shot, forward; bad shot, back StrategyMake them hit another ball
Intermediate
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Ready Position
TheoryReady changes by court zone TechniquePaddle tip to opponent; follow-through returns to ready DrillsTwo-ball dinking—reset to ready PositioningFollow the ball with chest StrategyExploit their ready with attacks
Dinking
TheoryProtect yourself; generate chances TechniqueTwo-handed drill; paddle stationary; lift vs push DrillsOffense vs defense PositioningLunge with outside foot; when to cross StrategyOffensive vs defensive; lift vs push
Attacking
TheoryRed / Yellow / Green TechniqueQuick acceleration to target DrillsAttack +1 vs wall; third-shot drop to attack PositioningBe on the line to attack StrategyBelow net—Body; above—Space
Defending
TheoryCounterattacking forces dinks; beating a banger TechniqueArms tight; follow through back to ready DrillsVolleys each direction; Bzer ball Positioning— StrategyPattern recognition
Serving
TheoryDepth priority TechniqueMore power & depth DrillsServe into last 6′ PositioningStand back; don’t creep StrategyMiss 10% → taking enough risk
Returning
TheoryUse serve power to take kitchen TechniqueFlat swing; paddle in vision; use momentum DrillsServe/Return depth; GS→GS PositioningPlenty of spacing StrategyRight back to server
Third Shots
TheoryWhen to drop or drive; why TechniqueTip down vs flat; topspin drops DrillsPesky defense drill PositioningMove through ball to kitchen StrategyWhen to drop/drive; topspin use
Transition Zone
TheoryHow to utilize the area TechniquePaddle in front; low ready DrillsMidcourt game PositioningDepends on height StrategyWhen to counter vs reset
Advanced
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Ready Position
TheoryWeighted scale; probability by threat TechniquePaddle down as ball rises & vice-versa Drills½-court bait & play out PositioningUnderstand coverage areas StrategySame as positioning (coverage)
Dinking Technique
TheoryTopspin dinking; disguise speed-up TechniqueTopspin; volley-first mentality DrillsTopspin drills; protect the line PositioningFootwork & cornering StrategyWhen to topspin vs slice; patterns
Attacking
TheoryAttack when success > dinking success TechniqueOff-bounce; rolls; flicks; pokes DrillsVolleys to baseline & diagonals PositioningPros/cons of off-line attacks StrategyHarder + take time away
Defending
TheoryBacking up; reset vs counter TechniqueLimit head/arm movement Drills70% speed-up → counter drill PositioningPaddle to take away easiest target
Serving
TheoryAdd height & spin TechniqueDrop paddle head under ball DrillsDepth & height drill; string 6′ above net Positioning— StrategyVary the serve (Two serves for 2025)
Returning
TheoryWeaponize slice; patterning TechniqueStrategy-first; minimal mechanics Drills— PositioningReturn with outside wing; closer to center StrategyReturning patterns
Third Shot Drops
TheoryPassive drive/drop ≠ enough TechniqueFH drive; BH drive; hybrid Drills30 / 60 / 90 PositioningWeight transfer StrategyThird-shot patterns
Transition Zone
Theory— TechniquePaddle tip down; two hands DrillsMidcourt game; Midcourt game CC PositioningDepends on height StrategyCounter vs reset
Future Bonus Series
Lobbing

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Train with players who push you to improve. Share clips, join live workshops, get answers in Q&A sessions, and stay consistent with accountability and pro feedback.

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Pre-Launch Offer — Frequently Asked Questions

Full access to every course track (Learn to Play, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced), the members-only community, live Q&A and live workshops, plus all future updates—locked in at the founding-member rate.
Only during the pre-launch window. Once doors close, the discount ends and pricing increases. Your founding rate stays locked for as long as you keep your membership active.
Yes—current lessons unlock immediately. New modules and events roll out on the pre-launch schedule and are added to your library automatically.
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Yes. Tracks are built for every level—from first-time players to advanced tactics—so you always know exactly what to practice next.
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