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Obsessed Pickleballers Advanced Beginner Camp In Warren, MI

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

Focused Classes

8:1 Ratio

Venue

Bash Pickleball Club - 6881 Chicago Rd, Warren, MI 48092
(INDOOR FACILITY)

Date & Time

Saturday, July 18th, 2026
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Age

50 and over

Skill Levels

2.5 - 3.0 (Advanced Beginner) - Having a DUPR is not necessary

Pro Instructor

Coach Bradley C. Carson

🎁 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 Coach Bradley C. Carson - Your Guide To Building The Right Pickleball Foundation

I’m a PPR Certified Coach and Michigan Senior Olympics Gold Medalist with 135+ lessons under my belt, teaching students of all ages, especially 50+ players. 

I’ve dedicated my coaching career to one mission: helping players understand the “game within the game” and break through to the next competitive level, especially players like you in their 50s, 60s, 70s, and beyond.

My story starts with good friends, who invited my wife and me to play, and I was quickly lost in the game. Athletic, movement-based, built around community? Pickleball delivered on every count.

My Credentials:

RPPk/DUPR Certified Coach — performance-based training methodology

Gold Medal — 2026 Michigan Senior Olympics, 3.5-4.0

135+ lessons completed — working with 50+ players, and advanced beginner players

4.9/5-star rating across multiple coaching platforms

Known for teaching the "game within the game" — court positioning, point construction, and strategic awareness

3+ years of competitive play and professional instruction

My approach: Most players already have basic strokes; what they’re missing is court positioning, point construction, reading your opponent, and executing under pressure. I specialize in making that layer visible and trainable. My coaching philosophy combines movement, stroke variety, and footwork that separates 2.5 players from 3.0 competitors.

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

Players who train with me 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)

Static Stretching
  • 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 WE'RE 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 coach 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 beginner-friendly 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 afternoon.

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 18th.

Because by the time you walk off the court at 4:00 PM, you’ll be playing pickleball at a higher level. You’ll understand the rules better. You’ll know how to position yourself. And you’ll have a clear path to becoming the player you’ve been watching from the sidelines.

IMAGINE THIS: It's Monday, July 20th (Two Days After Camp)

You walk onto your local pickleball court for a game.

But this time, instead of watching from the sidelines, you walk up confidently.

“Mind if I join?”

They welcome you in. You step onto the court. You call out the score correctly. Your serves go in consistently. Your positioning is already better. You dink the ball back and forth. You’re playing pickleball better than you thought you would… and holding your own.

By the end of the games, they’re asking if you want to join their regular group. They’re exchanging phone numbers. You’re already a part of the community.

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 Actually Know How to Play Pickleball

I’ll teach you every fundamental skill you need to step onto any court and play. You won’t just understand the theory, you’ll have actually done it, repeatedly, with patient coaching from a certified pickleball instructor.

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 aimlessly, 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 Amazing Sport

I’ll show you why millions of people are obsessed with pickleball. You’ll leave energized, excited, and already planning your next time on the court.

Remember feeling unsure if you’d be able to play pickleball with the confidence others play it with?

On July 18th, it comes roaring back.

Because when you experience what it feels like to actually maintain a rally, when you’re laughing, competing, and connecting with new friends… that’s when you catch the pickleball bug.

The Bonus Package That Keeps You Improving For Life

Most camps charge such hefty prices and send you home with nothing but memories. We’re giving you a complete transformation 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 then goes even deeper, so you’re never guessing what to do 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 who use it as their ongoing playbook.

🎁 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 18th
  • 24/7 Access to Ask Questions – Post videos, ask for help, get feedback from coaches and experienced players
  • Complete Video Library with beginner-friendly 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 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.

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.

Yes! With 135+ lessons completed across all skill levels and a top 3% coach ranking built entirely on student results, I know exactly how to scale instruction to meet every player where they are. You’ll be challenged appropriately but never overwhelmed.

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

Definitely. With a maximum of 8 students, you’ll receive plenty of personalized feedback and individual attention throughout the camp. I pay close attention to each player’s specific tendencies and make real-time adjustments that create visible improvement within the session itself.

Immediately upon registration:

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

You can start learning even before you arrive.

The SURPRISE bonus will be sent to you after 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.

My gold medal and certifications aren’t there for marketing, they’re the result of students who showed up, worked hard, and left better than they arrived. I bring real match experience to every correction I make. Every drill has a purpose. Every rep builds toward a specific tactical outcome. And you walk away with lifetime community access and ongoing coaching support.

This camp is held in a fully indoor facility. 

Ready For Your Breakthrough?

This is your moment.

Saturday, July 18th, 2026. 12:00 PM, Bash Pickleball Club, Warren, MI.

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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