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Or call us at (430) 297 1026
Obsessed Pickleballers Advanced Beginner Camp In Lakeville, MN
Where You Finally Become The Player You’ve Been Watching Others Be
Focused Classes
8:1 Ratio
Venue
Pickle in the Middle - 21300 Juniper Way suite 400, Lakeville, MN 55044
(INDOOR FACILITY)
Date & Time
Monday, July 27th, 2026 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Age
50 and over
Skill Levels
2.5 - 3.0 (Advanced Beginner) - Having A DUPR Is Not Necessary
Pro Instructor
Coach Rob Gray
🎁 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
Hi, I am Coach Rob Gray — Your Guide To Building The Right Pickleball Foundation
I’m a National Championship Gold Medalist, a PPR Pro Certified Pickleball Coach, and a competitive player with a 4.7 DUPR rating.
I’ve spent six years coaching players across every skill level in Minnesota, and I’ve dedicated my career to one mission: helping players in their 50s, 60s, 70s, and beyond build the solid, correct foundation that creates real, lasting improvement.
I know firsthand that resilience and community matter as much as technique. I went through kidney failure, and pickleball gave me a home when I needed one most. That experience is woven into how I coach, with patience, genuine care, and a deep understanding of what it means to show up and keep improving regardless of where you’re starting from.
My Credentials:
PPR Pro Certified — the highest level of PPR certification
4.7 DUPR rating — senior-professional competitive level
National Championship Gold Medalist — Legacy National Championships, Arizona, January 2022
8 years of competitive pickleball experience
6 years of professional pickleball coaching experience
Currently leads a 4.5 competitive group and a 3.5 coached league in Minnesota
Coaches all levels — beginner through 4.5+
My approach: My philosophy for this camp is simple: Repetition = Confidence.
You don’t build confidence by watching someone demonstrate a shot. You build it by doing that shot correctly, hundreds of times, until your body knows exactly what to do before your brain catches up.
I understand how your body actually learns new movements, and how to make that process faster. I know which mechanics matter most at the 2.5–3.0 level, which mistakes are holding players back, and exactly how to correct them in a way that sticks after you leave the court.
My sessions are calm, structured, and always built around what you personally need. You won’t be rushed. You won’t be overwhelmed. You’ll just get better, one purposeful rep at a time.
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 (15 minutes)
Meet the Coach & Players
- Quick introductions
- Set a comfortable, encouraging environment
Session Objectives for Beginners
- Build confidence
- Learn fundamentals correctly
Reduce unforced errors - ‘Start playing “on purpose,” not just reacting
Clinic Structure & Safety Reminders
- Court zones overview
- Basic engagement rules
- Warm-up expectations
- How to ask questions & get help during drill
II. Warm-Up & Stretching (15 minutes)
- Shoulders, hamstrings, calves, wrists, lower back
Dynamic Warm-Up
- Light footwork
- Side shuffles
- Slow shadow swings without a ball
Hydration Break
- Short pause before fundamentals begin
III. Learning the Landscape (20 Minutes)
Court Orientation
- Baseline, NVZ (Non-Volley Zone), service boxes
- Where beginners lose the most points
Rules of the Game (Simplified)
- Double bounce rule
- Faults
- Scoring basics
- Serve rotation & positioning
Beginner Strategies & Mindset
- “Keep the ball in play”
- “Aim big, miss small”
IV. Grip, Pressure & Equipment (20 Minutes)
Paddle Grip Fundamentals
- Continental grip
- Grip pressure: 3/10 for control
- Adjusting angles for consistency
Know Your Equipment
- Paddle weight, shapes, and sweet spot
- Court shoes vs. running shoes
- Safety considerations
V. Foundation Without the Paddle (15 Minutes)
Catch & Throw Session
- Learn soft hands
- Understand ball trajectory
- Develop anticipation & control
Partner Toss Drill
- Focus on precision and arc
- No paddles — coordination only
BREAK (10 Minutes)
VI. Basic Dinking Fundamentals (25 minutes)
Core Skills
- Straight-on dinks
- NVZ positioning basics
- Diagonal dinks
Drills & Mini-Games
- Crosscourt Dink Challenge
- Longest Rally Contest (Beginner version)
VII. Introduction to All Basic Shots (35 minutes)
Core Shots Overview
- Serve
- Return
- Dink
- Volley
- Drop (intro-level)
- Drive (simple & consistent)
Execution Drills
- Block volleys
- Controlled rally patterns
- Shadow drop footwork
Objective of the Game
- Keep the ball low
- Hit deep
- Move together in doubles
VIII. Serve & Return Essentials (25 Minutes)
Serve Principles
- In, deep, simple
- Repeatable motion
Return Principles
- Deep, high, safe
- Allow time to reach the kitchen
Mini Drills
- Target zones
- Serve/return consistency challenge
IX. Beginner Doubles Strategy (20 Minutes)
- Rotate partners
- Coach feedback between points
- Stay together
- Move forward when safe
- Take middle balls
- Communicate early and often
Situational Drills
- Kitchen line movement
- Return + transition footwork
- Understanding when to reset
X. Beginner Drills & Mini-Games (30 Minutes)
Drills
- Ladder Serve Challenge
- Rapid Rally Game
- Triangle Dinks (control drill)
Format
- Rotate partners
- Coach feedback between points
XI. Closing (10 Minutes)
Stretch & Recover
Recap
- Key skills learned
Open Q&A
- Ask anything
Key Takeaways
- What you improved today
- What to work on next week
Homework Drills
- Wall drills
- Serve targets
- Soft hands exercise
WHY I'M OBSESSED WITH DRILLING (AND WHY YOU WILL BE TOO)
Most advanced beginner camps overwhelm you with too much too fast.
I’m different.
Here’s my philosophy: Repetition = Confidence
You don’t learn pickleball by watching demonstrations. You learn by actually doing it, repeatedly, with correct form, with a National Champion watching every rep, and building the kind of muscle memory that holds up in real games.
And here’s the truth about why I’m obsessed with foundation-first drilling:
Because let’s be honest, we all love that moment when we try something new, and it actually WORKS, don’t we?
That moment when your dink lands softly in the kitchen, every time.
That rush when your serve goes in deep and consistently.
That feeling when you rally back and forth with real control.
You don’t have to wait weeks to see progress. You see it immediately. Right there on the court.
That’s why purposeful drilling is the heartbeat of my advanced beginner camps. Not because I think it’s good for you (though it is), but because it’s incredibly satisfying to watch someone go from “I can’t do this” to “I just did that!” in a single morning.
Player Stories
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 see people playing pickleball and think…
…“I can’t reach that level”?
…“I’m not athletic enough”?
…“Everyone else can rally better than me”?
That feeling ends on July 27th.
Because by the time you walk off the court at noon, you’ll know exactly what you need to do to get to 3.0. You’ll have drilled the right fundamentals the right way. And you’ll have a coach, a community, and a clear roadmap to get there.
IMAGINE THIS: It's Wednesday, July 29th (Two Days After Camp)
You show up to your regular open play session.
As soon as you start warming up, something feels different.
Your serve is going in. Your dinks are landing soft. You’re getting to the kitchen.
The players around you notice. Someone asks if you’ve been taking lessons. You tell them you went to a camp and watched everything click in a single morning.
By the end of the session, they’re asking where they can sign up.
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.
WHAT YOU'LL ACTUALLY WALK AWAY WITH (The Real Outcomes)
You'll Have the Fundamentals That Take You to 3.0
I’ll teach you the specific skills, serving, returning, dinking, volleying, and positioning that define the 3.0 player. Not just the theory. The actual reps, the correct form, the muscle memory that holds up in real games.
You'll Meet Your New Playing Crew (And Stay Connected For Life)
I’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 Have Confidence to Play Anywhere
I’ll eliminate the fear that’s been keeping you on the sidelines. Not sure about the rules? You’ll know them. Worried about looking foolish? You’ll have practiced hundreds of shots. Intimidated by the scoring? You’ll be calling it out confidently.
You'll Understand Your Path to 3.0 and Beyond
I’ll show you exactly what to practice and how to improve after camp. You won’t be wandering; you’ll have a clear roadmap from beginner to intermediate and beyond.
Most beginners spend months or years developing bad habits. You’ll learn the right way from day one, setting yourself up for rapid improvement.
You'll Fall in Love with This Game All Over Again
I’ll show you how much fun pickleball becomes when you actually know what you’re doing. You’ll leave energized, excited, and already planning your next session.
On July 27th, the game clicks.
Because when your fundamentals are right, and your confidence is real, that’s when pickleball becomes everything it promised to be.
The Bonus Package That Keeps You Improving For Life
Most camps send you home with nothing but memories. We’re giving you a complete improvement system for life:
🎁 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 goes even deeper, so you always know what to work on next.
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 2.5 to 3.0 to 3.5 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
- 24/7 Access to Ask Questions – No question is too basic. Post videos, ask for feedback
- Complete Video Library with beginner-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
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 advanced beginner players at the 2.5-3.0 level. If you’ve been playing for a while, understand the basics, and are ready to make a real push toward 3.0, this camp is built for you.
I don't have a DUPR rating. Would I be eligible?
Absolutely! You don’t need a DUPR rating. The 2.5-3.0 range simply helps you understand who this camp is designed for. If you consider yourself an advanced beginner who’s comfortable with the fundamentals and ready to level up, you’re in exactly the right place.
I'm closer to 2.5 than 3.0. Will I be able to keep up?
Yes! I coach players from beginners all the way through 4.5+, and I know exactly how to meet every player where they are. I understand how athletes at every stage build skills, and I scale instruction accordingly. You’ll be challenged appropriately and never overwhelmed.
What should I bring?
Bring your paddle, court shoes, athletic wear, water, some snacks, and a towel.
Will I get one-on-one attention?
Definitely. With a maximum of 8 students, you’ll receive plenty of personalized feedback throughout the camp. My 6 years of professional coaching experience mean I quickly identify each player’s specific mechanical issues and make real-time corrections that create visible, immediate improvement.
What if I can't make it and need to cancel?
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.
When do I get the bonuses?
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 after camp.
I've done camps before and didn't improve much. Why will this be different?
Because I bring science and championship credentials to every fundamental I teach. I’m PPR Pro certified with a 4.7 DUPR rating. I know exactly how athletes build skills and which habits at the 2.5-3.0 level create lasting improvement. Every drill has a purpose. Every correction is grounded in real science and real competitive experience. And you walk away with lifetime community access and ongoing coaching support.
Is this camp indoors or outdoors?
This camp is held at Pickle In The Middle, a fully indoor facility.
READY FOR YOUR PATH TO 3.0?
This is your moment.
Monday, July 27th, 2026. 8:00 AM. Pickle in the Middle, Lakeville, MN
Players will walk in at the 2.5-3.0 level.
Players will learn, drill, and experience real game-changing breakthroughs.
Players will walk out with a clear path to 3.0 and the tools to go beyond.
The question is: Will you be one of them?
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