Pickleball Champs, Ages 5-11
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Serve, Smash, and Score! A Week of Fun & Fitness
Get ready to rally into a week of fun with our Pickleball Champs. Designed for kids aged 5-11, this action-packed camp introduces the exciting world of pickleball—a sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. Whether your child is a beginner or a budding pickleball star, this camp is the perfect place to learn, play, and grow.
Through skill-building drills, mini-games, and friendly competitions, campers will develop coordination, teamwork, and sportsmanship in a supportive and fun environment. From mastering serves and volleys to participating in their first doubles tournament, each day is filled with opportunities to learn and shine. Plus, with creative team activities and fun challenges, your child will make new friends and unforgettable memories on the court!
Daily Activities
Day 1: Pickleball Basics
- Activity 1: Learn the Rules & Fundamentals
Introduction to pickleball rules, scoring, and court layout. - Activity 2: Skill-Building Drills
Practice basic skills like serving, hitting, and paddle handling. - Activity 3: Obstacle Course Fun
Navigate a court-based obstacle course, emphasizing agility and coordination.
Day 2: Serving & Rallying
- Activity 1: Perfecting the Serve
Learn and practice different types of serves through fun challenges. - Activity 2: Controlled Rally Games
Partner up for slow-paced rallies, focusing on control and accuracy. - Activity 3: Pickleball Trivia Break
A fun quiz to reinforce rules and facts about the sport.
Day 3: Strategy & Team Play
- Activity 1: Learning Court Strategy
Teach kids how to position themselves and anticipate opponents’ moves. - Activity 2: Doubles Practice
Partner up to practice teamwork and communication during doubles matches. - Activity 3: Creative Paddle Decorating
Personalize mini pickleball paddles with paint, markers, and stickers.
Day 4: Friendly Competitions
- Activity 1: Mini Pickleball Tournament
Participate in age-appropriate games to practice skills learned throughout the week. - Activity 2: Team Challenges
Relay races and other team-building activities on the court. - Activity 3: Sportsmanship Workshop
Fun discussions and role-playing about playing fair and cheering on teammates.
Day 5: Championship Celebration
- Activity 1: Doubles Championship Match
Showcase teamwork and skills in a friendly doubles tournament. - Activity 2: Pickleball Parade
Celebrate the week with a parade where kids show off their decorated paddles. - Activity 3: End-of-Camp Party
Enjoy snacks and hand out awards, including “Best Sportsmanship” and “Future Pickleball Pro.”
Take-Home Items
- Decorated Mini Paddle
- Pickleball Trivia Sheet
- Certificate of Participation
- Medals or Ribbons from Tournament
- Team Photo from the Parade
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