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Or call us at (430) 297 1026
8:1 Ratio
The Picklr Albuquerque East – 45 Hotel Cir NE, Albuquerque, NM 87123
(INDOOR FACILITY)
Sunday, August 30, 2026 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
50 & over
3.0 - 3.5 (Intermediate) - Having a DUPR is not necessary
Coach Derek Thomas
The Perfect Guide To Acing Pickleball eBook ($47 value)
Obsessed Pickleballers Lifetime Community Membership ($360/year value)
That’s a surprise and you’ll get that after the camp
I’m a P4 Certified Coach who was introduced to pickleball on my wife’s recommendation. She bought me a paddle for my birthday, and I’ve been hooked ever since.
Coming from nearly two decades of paddle-sports coaching, the transition felt natural. What surprised me was how quickly pickleball built a community around itself—and how much I wanted to be part of it.
I’ve dedicated my coaching career to one mission: helping intermediate players elevate their game through smart technique and injury-conscious movement —especially players in their 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond.
My coaching style is focused on technique and injury prevention, because the best way to keep playing is to play correctly.
Learn where to stand, how to anticipate the next ball and how to win through smart positioning instead of exhausting power.
Build the confidence to choose the right shot at the right time instead of reacting in a panic.
Improve your mechanics in ways that protect your knees, back and shoulders while helping your performance.
Stay composed, recognize patterns and make clear decisions when every point starts moving quickly.
Players train with confidence, compete with consistency, play several times a week with energy and build lasting friendships while improving together.
Everyone here is starting from the same place
Meet Your New Pickleball Crew
This isn’t a cold introduction. Within 5 minutes, you’ll know everyone’s names, where they play, and what they’re working on. You’ll exchange phone numbers right away, because connections matter.
Everyone here is starting from the same place
Focus: The two shots that set up every point
Progressive Serving Technique:
Return Drill: Getting to net in one shot with proper balance, paddle positioning, and transition read
Everyone here is starting from the same place
Focus: The shot that defines your rating
BREAK (10 minutes)
Everyone here is starting from the same place
Focus: Taking control at the net
High Volley Attack:
Low Volleys & Touch: The Golden Circle method
Transition Volleys: Low to high sequences
Everyone here is starting from the same place
Focus: Controlling the point from the NVZ
Games:
Advanced techniques:
Everyone here is starting from the same place
Focus: Executing under match pressure
Everyone here is starting from the same place
Focus: Weapons that win points at the intermediate level
Everyone here is starting from the same place
Focus: Putting it all together under pressure
Coach feedback on:
Everyone here is starting from the same place
Most intermediate camps spend too much time talking and not enough time executing.
I’m different.
Here’s my philosophy: Drilling = Transformation
You don’t get better by listening to lectures about the third shot drop. You get better by hitting third shot drops repeatedly while an experienced coach watches and guides your reps.
And here’s the truth about why I’m obsessed with drilling:
Because let’s be honest, we all love that moment when we implement something new and it actually WORKS, don’t we?
That moment when you adjust your paddle angle , and suddenly your third shot lands exactly where you want it.
That rush when you hit serves in a row to the same spot.
That feeling when your opponent fires a fast ball at you, and you put it away cleanly.
You don’t have to wait weeks to see if the coaching worked. You see it immediately. Right there on the court.
That’s why drilling is the heartbeat of this camp. Not because I think it’s good for you (though it is), but because it’s incredibly satisfying to watch yourself go from “I keep making that mistake” to “I just fixed it!” in a single afternoon.
You know that moment when you replay the match in your head...
By the time you walk off the court, something fundamental will have changed. Your body will respond differently. Your mind will read the game differently. The next time you play, your regular partners will immediately notice something has shifted.
You walk onto your local court for your regular game.
As soon as you start warming up, they can see the difference. Your movement is calmer, your positioning is clearer and you look comfortable on the court.
Your serves land deep and consistently. No more shanks. No more pop-ups. When the return comes back, you’re already reading where the ball is going.
Your third-shot drop pulls opponents out of position. At the kitchen line, you’re controlling rallies with patience and precision.
By the third game, they’re asking what you did. By the fifth, they’re asking where you learned it. When you leave, they’re asking if you can teach them.
That’s the difference between who you are right now and who you’ll be after the camp.
It all starts the moment you register, because the transformation begins before you even arrive.
I'll teach you to control rallies through positioning and shot selection, not power. You'll win more points on less energy — which for us 50+ players is the whole game: play smarter, not harder.
No more hesitating, and no more points lost to it. Drive or drop? Your body knows. Time to move up to the kitchen? You're already moving. Lob over your head? You're executing before you finish thinking about it.
I'll find the technical flaws limiting your game and show you exactly how to fix them — technique first, with a focus on injury-conscious movement. Most players fight the same weaknesses for years. You'll correct yours in a single afternoon.
I'll connect you with other players at your exact level. You'll swap numbers, join the Obsessed Pickleballers Community together, and stay connected long after the last ball of the day.
I'll show you how good you can actually be. You'll leave energized and already planning your next session.
Remember when you couldn't wait to play? If that feeling has been fading lately — on August 30, it comes roaring back.
Because when you play at your true potential and finally break through the plateau, that's when the obsession returns.
Most camps charge hefty prices and send you home with nothing but memories. We’re giving you a complete transformation system for life:
Written by Obsessed Pickleballers head coach Mark Ianni — it captures everything we teach on the court and then goes even deeper, so you always know what to work on next. With over 500 five-star reviews from players just like you, the book has helped a lot of beginners keep progressing to the next level.
Imagine having hundreds of players and coaches across the country in your corner, with weekly coaching, answers whenever you need them, and videos to keep improving with your new pickleball friends.
Weekly Live Coaching Sessions hosted by Mark himself, your camp friends join these sessions too, so you're learning together even after September 5.
Your 4-hour camp is just the beginning. Keep learning, keep playing, and wherever you travel, you'll have people to play with. Your camp crew just became a nationwide pickleball family.
That's a SURPRISE! And a little hint: It's another perfect guide for women 50 and above.
Written by Obsessed Pickleballers head coach Mark Ianni, it captures everything we teach on the court, and then goes even deeper, so you’re never guessing what to do next.
Here’s what’s inside:
Over 500 five-star reviews from players just like you who use it as their ongoing playbook.
Imagine having access to hundreds of passionate players AND coaches from across the entire US.
Here’s what happens in the community:
Real benefit: Your camp crew just became a nationwide family. Continuous coaching, continuous connection, continuous improvement, forever.
Bonus#3: That’s a SURPRISE! And a little hint: It’s another perfect guide for 50 and over players.
This camp is designed specifically for intermediate players at the 3.0-3.5 level. Every drill, every strategy lesson, and every piece of coaching is calibrated for players who understand the basics and are ready to break through to the next level.
This camp is designed specifically for players 50 and over. If you’re 50+ and playing at the 3.0-3.5 intermediate level, you’re exactly who I built this session for.
You don’t need a DUPR rating. The 3.0-3.5 range is simply to help you understand who this camp is designed for. If you consider yourself an intermediate player who’s comfortable with basic strokes and ready to take your game to the next level, you’re in the right place.
Yes. I bring a positive, engaging approach to every session and scale every correction to where each player actually is. You’ll be challenged appropriately throughout and never overwhelmed.
Just bring your paddle, court shoes, athletic wear, protective eyewear (optional), water, some snacks, and a towel.
With a maximum of 8 players, you’ll receive plenty of personalized feedback throughout the camp. I watch every player closely and make real-time corrections that create visible, immediate improvement within the session itself.
Yes! This camp is held in a fully indoor facility.
Immediately upon registration:
You can start learning before you even arrive. The SURPRISE bonus will be sent to you after the camp.
Because I focus on the technique and movement patterns that actually make shots work, not just the mechanics of individual shots, but the footwork, positioning, and injury prevention fundamentals that hold up under pressure. Every drill has a purpose. Every correction is immediate. And you walk away with lifetime community access and ongoing coaching support.
We understand that life happens, and we always aim to be as fair and flexible as possible.
If you need to cancel your registration for any reason, the following refund and credit options apply based on how much notice we receive:
30+ Days’ Notice
You may choose between:
• A 90% refund, or
• 100% credit toward a future Obsessed Pickleballers camp
15–30 Days’ Notice
You may choose between:
• A 90% refund, or
• 100% credit toward a future Obsessed Pickleballers camp
8–14 Days’ Notice
You may choose between:
• A 50% refund, or
• 100% credit toward a future Obsessed Pickleballers camp
0–7 Days’ Notice
While we’re unable to offer refunds within this window, we’re happy to provide 100% credit toward a future Obsessed Pickleballers camp so you don’t miss out.
To request a refund or credit, please email us in writing. Once received, requests are typically processed within 10–15 business days.
Thank you for your understanding—we truly appreciate being part of your pickleball journey and look forward to welcoming you on the court soon.
This is your moment.
Sunday, August 30, 2026. 2:00 PM. The Picklr Albuquerque East, Albuquerque, NM
Players will walk in at the 3.0-3.5 level.
Players will learn, drill, and experience real game-changing breakthroughs.
Players will walk out with a clear path to 4.0 and the tools to get there.
The question is: Will you be one of them?
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