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Obsessed Pickleballers Intermediate Camp In Elk Grove, CA

Where You Finally Become The Player You’ve Been Watching Others Be

Focused Classes

8:1 Ratio

Venue

The Smashing Pickle - 3443 Laguna Blvd #130, Elk Grove, CA 95758

(INDOOR FACILITY)

Date

Saturday, July 25th, 2026 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Age

50 and over

Skill Levels

3.0 - 3.5 (Intermediate) - Having a DUPR is not necessary

Pro Instructors

Coaches Heidi Henkle & Ross Rushton

🎁 Bonus #1:

The Perfect Guide To Acing Pickleball eBook ($47 value)

🎁 Bonus #2:

Obsessed Pickleballers Lifetime Community Membership ($360/year value)

🎁 Bonus #3:

That’s a surprise and you’ll get that after the camp

Meet Your Coaching Dream Team

Heidi Henkle & Coach Ross Rushton bring you the two fully experienced competitive coaches. Together, they cover every dimension of what it takes to break through to 4.0.

Hi, I'm Coach Heidi Henkle - Your Guide To The Next Level

I’m a PPR Certified Pickleball Coach and 4.5-5.0 Senior Pro level player… I grew up with a paddle in hand, competing at the national level alongside my mom. 

After years away from competitive sports, a casual invitation to pickleball brought me back to athletics in 2021. Within three years, I was winning Gold at Nationals in San Diego.

I’ve dedicated my coaching career to one mission: helping intermediate players like you in their 50s, 60s, 70s and more players break through their plateau, eliminate fear, and compete at their true potential.

My Credentials:

  • PPR Certified Pickleball Coach
  • National Gold Medalist — Women’s 5.0, Nationals, San Diego
  • Gold Medal — Sacramento Open Women’s 5.0 (my very first tournament)
  • Golden Ticket — Nationals, Newport Beach 2025
  • Silver Medal — Sacramento Open Women’s Doubles 5.0
  • 4 years of dedicated pickleball coaching experience
  • Known for the “Mulligan” approach to third shot drops — removing fear by allowing do-overs in practice

And I'm Coach Ross Rushton - Your Guide To The Next Level

I’m a multi-award-winning player, and I’ve competed in approximately 30 pickleball tournaments. I bring every lesson from that tournament grind directly into how I coach intermediate players, pushing toward 4.0.

I picked up pickleball in January 2023 after a friend invited me to play. I was gone from the very first session. I started competitive tournament play that same year, qualified for Nationals immediately, and have qualified every year since.

My Credentials:

  • Gold Medal — Men’s Doubles 4.5 division (2025)
  • Gold Medal wins — both PPA and APP tournament events
  • Gold Medal — Monterey Bay Pickleball Challenger
  • Silver Medal — Men’s Doubles Moneyball, Life Time Arden
  • Silver Medal — NP Bay Area Breakers West Coast Classic
  • Currently competing at the Senior Pro level

Our Combined Approach:

Heidi brings the calm, joy-driven instinct that helps players eliminate fear and find their patience under pressure. Ross brings the tournament-tested intensity of someone actively grinding through Senior Pro competition right now. 

Between the two of them, your technical mechanics and your competitive mindset both get real, expert attention.

Whether you want to improve your fitness, develop your skills, compete in tournaments, improve your DUPR, or simply have more fun on the court… We’ll help you play with confidence and consistency while preventing injuries.

Players who train with us experience complete game transformations.

They win through intelligent positioning and shot selection, not exhausting power.

They understand the mental game.

They play multiple times a week with energy.

They build lasting friendships while leveling up their game.

Your 4-Hour Transformation Journey

I. Introduction & Warm-up (15 minutes)

Meet Your New Pickleball Crew

This isn’t a cold introduction. Within 15 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.

  • Dynamic warm-up designed specifically for 50+ players

II. The Foundation: Serving & Returns That Win Points (30 minutes)

Focus: The two shots that set up every point

Progressive Serving Technique:

  • Flat, low-aggressive serve
  • Slice serve with movement
  • Topspin serve for depth
  • Principles: In, deep, and toward the non-dominant side
  • Serving Contest with targets, competitive and purposeful

Return Drill: Getting to net in one shot with proper balance, paddle positioning, and transition read

III. Third Shot Mastery (30 minutes)

Focus: The shot that defines your rating

  • Third Shot Drop mechanics with target practice
  • Understanding when to drop vs. when to drive at the intermediate level
  • Decision-making framework: reading the return before you swing

BREAK (10 minutes)

IV. Volleys (30 minutes)

Focus: Taking control at the net

High Volley Attack:

  • Drill forehand and backhand volleys repeatedly at match pace
  • Learn to put away high balls with confidence and consistency

Low Volleys & Touch: The Golden Circle method

  • Keep balls low, eliminate pop-ups that cost points
  • Half-volley control back into the kitchen

Transition Volleys: Low to high sequences

  • Half-volley, kill shot patterns
  • The crossing drill that prevents “cement feet” under pressure

V. Dinking Excellence (25 minutes)

Focus: Controlling the point from the NVZ

  • Straight-on and diagonal dinking with directional intent
  • Moving opponents and creating openings

Games:

  • Longest Rally Challenge
  • Dink placement contest, precision under competitive pressure

Advanced techniques:

  • Adding spin and variety to disrupt opponents
  • Recognizing the attackable ball and pulling the trigger

VI. Speed Volleys (30 minutes)

Focus: Executing under match pressure

  • Coach feeds aggressive balls at net players at match speed
  • Customized intensity based on skill level
  • Practice volley technique under real competitive pressure
  • Build reaction speed, composure, and confidence at the kitchen

VII. Lobs, Resets & Advanced Shots (25 minutes)

Focus: Weapons that win points at the intermediate level

  • Offensive vs. Defensive lobs — reading the situation and committing
  • Reset shots: Neutralizing fast balls and regaining control of the rally
  • Roll and Flick: Adding deception and pace variation 

VIII. Live Game Play & Application (35 minutes)

Focus: Putting it all together under pressure

  • Games to 7 points, rotating partners

Coach feedback on:

  • Shot selection and decision-making
  • Court positioning and movement
  • Point construction and pattern recognition
  • Real-time corrections and strategic adjustments

IX. Wrap-Up & Your Path Forward (10 minutes)

  • SWOT Message: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats
  • Drill assignments for continued improvement
  • Community access and next steps
  • Group photo + exchange of final contacts

Why We're Obsessed With Drilling (And Why You Will Be Too)

Most intermediate camps spend too much time talking and not enough time executing.

We’re different.

Here’s our 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 two nationally competitive coaches, one a National Gold Medalist, one a current Senior Pro-level grinder, watch and correct every rep from two different angles.

And here’s the truth about why we’re 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 our intermediate camps. Not because we 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.

Why Players Rave About Our Camps

See why 98% of our campers recommend this camp.

Remember The Last Time You Walked Off The Court Frustrated?

You know that moment when you replay the match in your head…

…thinking about all the shots you should have made?

…watching players you know you should beat walk away with the win?

…feeling that gap between the player you are and the player you know you could be?

That feeling ends on July 25th.

Because by the time you walk off the court at 4:00 PM, something fundamental will have changed. Your body will respond differently. Your mind will read the game differently. And the next time you play, your regular partners will immediately notice something has shifted.

IMAGINE THIS: It's Monday, July 27th (Two Days After Camp)

You walk onto your regular pickleball court for your weekly game.

As soon as you start warming up, your playing partners stop and stare.

“What happened to you?”

Your serves are landing deep and consistent, no more shanks, no more pop-ups. When they return, you’re already reading where the ball is going. Your third shot drop is pulling them out of position, and you’re not afraid to attempt it anymore. At the kitchen line, you’re controlling rallies with patience and precision they’ve never seen from you before.

By the third game, they’re asking what you did. By the fifth game, they’re asking where you learned it. By the time 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.

And it all starts the moment you register, because the transformation begins before you even arrive.

What You'll Actually Walk Away With (The Real Outcomes)

You'll Dominate Points Without Exhausting Yourself

We’ll teach you how to control rallies through intelligent positioning and shot selection, not power. You’ll start winning more points while using less energy.

This is especially important for us 50+ players: you’ll learn to play smarter, not harder.

You'll Meet Your New Playing Crew (And Stay Connected For Life)

We’ll connect you with other passionate players at your exact skill level. You’ll exchange numbers, join the Obsessed Pickleballers Community together, and stay permanently connected with everyone you meet.

You'll Stop Panicking and Start Playing with Patience

Heidi’s coaching philosophy is built around one core truth: you have far more time to choose your shots than panic tells you. We’ll eliminate the hesitation and rushed decision-making that’s been costing you points, replacing it with the calm, patient decision-making that defines every strong intermediate player.

You'll Stop Fearing the Third Shot Drop

We’ll use the “Mulligan” approach to remove the fear that keeps so many intermediate players from ever attempting the drop shot in real games. Once the fear is gone, the technique comes fast, and it sticks.

You'll Reignite the Passion You Had When You First Discovered This Game

I’ll show you how good you can actually be. You’ll leave energized, excited, and already planning your next time on the court.

Remember when you first fell in love with pickleball? When you couldn’t wait to play? If that feeling has been fading lately…

On July 25th, it comes roaring back.

Because when you experience what it feels like to play at your true potential, when you finally break through that plateau, that’s when the obsession returns.

The Bonus Package That Keeps You Improving For Life

We’re giving you a complete transformation system for life, not just four hours on a court:

🎁 Bonus#1 : The Perfect Guide To Acing Pickleball eBook ($47 value)

Written by Obsessed Pickleballers head coach Mark Ianni, it captures everything we teach on the court, and then goes even deeper.

Here’s what’s inside:

  • Every pickleball concept explained in detail for 50+ players
  • Smart play strategies that win without exhausting you
  • Injury prevention techniques for sustainable play
  • Drill progressions you can work through with your new camp friends
  • Your roadmap from 3.0 to 3.5 to 4.0 and beyond

Over 500 five-star reviews from players just like you.

🎁 Bonus#2 : Obsessed Pickleballers Community Membership ($360/year value)

Imagine having access to hundreds of passionate players AND coaches from across the entire US.

Here’s what happens in the community:

  • Weekly Live Coaching Sessions from coaches across the US — your camp friends join these sessions too, so you’re learning together even after July 25th
  • 24/7 Access to Ask Questions – Post videos, ask for help, get feedback from coaches and experienced players
  • Complete Video Library with intermediate-focused content you can work through with your new partners
  • Nationwide Network – When you travel, you already have friendly faces to play with
  • The Group Chat on Steroids – Your camp crew is chatting, but so is the entire national community. You’re part of something massive.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What skill level is this camp for?

This camp is designed specifically for intermediate players at the 3.0-3.5 level. The drills, strategy lessons, and coaching are all calibrated for players who understand the basics and are ready to break through to the next level.

Absolutely! You don’t need a DUPR rating. The 3.0-3.5 range simply helps 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! With two coaches and a 8:1 ratio, you’ll receive more personalized attention than any single-coach camp can offer. Heidi specializes in helping players overcome panic and find patience, and Ross brings extensive tournament-level pattern recognition, together they scale instruction so every player is challenged appropriately.

Bring your paddle, court shoes, athletic wear, water, some snacks, and a towel.

Definitely. With a maximum of 16 students and two coaches, you’ll receive plenty of personalized feedback and individual attention throughout the camp.

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.

Immediately upon registration:

  • Perfect Guide eBook (instant download)
  • Community access (login credentials sent to your email)

You can start learning before you even arrive. The SURPRISE bonus will be sent to you after the camp.

Because you’ve never had two nationally competitive coaches at a 8:1 ratio watching your every rep. Heidi’s National Gold Medal credentials and calm, fear-eliminating coaching style, combined with Ross’s Senior Pro-level competitive intensity and multiple Gold Medal tournament wins, give you both the mental game and the technical precision intermediate players need. Every drill has a purpose. Every rep is watched.

This camp is held at The Smashing Pickle, an indoor facility.

Ready For Your Breakthrough?

This is your moment.

Saturday, July 25th, 2026. 12:00 PM. The Smashing Pickle, Elk Grove, CA.

16 players will walk in at the 3.0-3.5 level.

16 players will meet their new pickleball crew and engage in next-level drilling.

16 players will walk out with a clear path to 4.0 and the tools to get to the next stage.

The question is: Will you be one of them?

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