The Pickle & Chill Academy is a six-week progressive training program designed for players of all levels who want structure, accountability, and a clear pathway for improvement. Whether you’re new to the club or new to the game, growing your skills, or refining existing fundamentals, this program offers a high-touch, personalized approach to help you elevate your game.
Academy
The Pickle & Chill
Our Academy can accommodate players from the DUPR 2.0 level to 4.5 — our coaches will adjust the curriculum to match the pod’s level and needs. Beginner pods may move at a slower pace with foundational drills, while intermediate or advanced pods will progress more quickly and work on higher-level strategy, technique, and point play.
Applications due by January 2nd, 2026
Have Questions? Email our Head Pro, David Seckel at david@pickleandchill.com
Program Structure
Our Academy follows a structured, sequential curriculum that builds skills and confidence week by week. Each session is designed to reinforce previous lessons while introducing new techniques, strategies, and drills to ensure steady progression.
Application Opens: December 8
Application Closes: January 2
Approval Emails Sent: January 6
Academy Begins Week of: January 12
Application
You’ll be placed in a pod that matches your skill level and time slot for the best possible experience. Players can apply individually or as a pod—just make sure skill levels are comparable. If you don’t have a pod, our instructors will create a balanced pod for you.
Unsure of your skill level? Reach out to our Head Pro, David Seckel [david@pickleandchill.com]
Pod Placement
Academy
Coaches
David Seckel
10+ years of experienceFormer ProDUPR Coach
Karl Johnson
5+ years of experiencePPR CertifiedDUPR Coach
Kyra Wagner
5+ years of experiencePPR Certified
Lara Thornton
7+ years of experienceCurrent NPL ProPPR Certified
Pod Size &
Coaching
Pods are intentionally small to maximize personalized attention. Each pod will have 4-8 players, no more than 8.
Our 1:4 coach-to-player ratio ensures individualized feedback and hands-on instruction. You’ll work with the same instructor for all six weeks, creating consistency and meaningful progression.
Our coaches are true pickleball elites with extensive competitive experience and a deep understanding of the game. Each instructor brings a proven track record of success, advanced training techniques, and a passion for helping players improve.
Through our six-week Academy program, our coaches will guide you every step of the way with personalized instruction and a structured progression plan designed to sharpen your skills and help you reach your next level, maybe even next DUPR level.
Pricing
Members: $250
Non-Members: $325
This covers all six weeks—no prorated fees. At approximately $20 per hour, it’s one of the best values we offer.
Scheduling
We’ll do our best to honor your time slot via the application form. If demand is high, we may adjust groups or timing to ensure proper leveling and pod sizes.
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Ready to Elevate Your Game?
Apply to join the Pickle & Chill Academy and take the next step toward becoming the player you want to be.
*Admission to the session #1 academy is subject to court and coach availability. Session #2 will be released in March.
Questions? Email our Head Pro, David Seckel at david@pickleandchill.com
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