Beginner Clinics & Beginner Open Play

Beginner Clinic is offered on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of every month from 9 to 10am or 10-11am. These times and dates are subject to change. The class will teach you the game’s fundamentals, strategy, and scoring. Most of all, you will get to experience the fun of Pickleball! . Whether you’ve never played the game or are a new player, this clinic is for you. Your clinic fee includes a rental paddle to use and allows you to stay for open play afterward if courts are available.

Beginner Open Play is offered on most Saturdays from 8am to 10am. ($5). You do not need to register – just show up!

Make sure you wear a running shoe and come ready to have fun! Please contact JackO@ChickenNPickle.com with any questions.

Clinic Instructor – Jack Oxler and/or Bud Nelson

Further opportunities offered include Newbie Night (offered once a month on Tuesday nights) and Beginner Leagues.

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Beginner Saturday

Beginner Clinics

This one-hour clinic is offered on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of every month from 9-10am. It will orient you with the game’s fundamentals, strategy, scoring and teach you how to play smart Pickleball. Whether you’ve never played the game or are a new player, this clinic is for you. Your $10 clinic fee includes a rental paddle to use and allows you to stay for open play afterward. Make sure you wear tennis shoes and come ready to learn how to play Pickleball!

*Clinic Instructor – Andy Gensch / IPTPA Certified Instructor

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Meet the pros

Jack Oxler

Director of Pickleball

National Champion 35 & Over Doubles
4 time U.S. Open Gold Medalist
4th in PPA Austin 2022
3 time State Games Gold medalist
2 time Kansas High School State Tennis Champion

Cole Thompson

Pickleball Manager

Certified Level 1 Training and Coaching
Celebrating a year and a half with CNP
4.0 Player
Loves Long Walks on the Beach
Favorite Color is Orange
Dreams of playing pickleball like Jack Oxler someday

Lessons

Private Lessons

$50 / hour

These 1 hour lessons are tailored to the skill level of the player and the desired objectives. A Private Pickleball Lesson is the ultimate learning environment. The time is totally dedicated to the player and what they need and want out of the lesson. No matter what your skill level or goals, a private lesson at Chicken N Pickle will help you advance your game, hone your skill development and enhance your overall enjoyment of the sport.

Weekdays:
Jack Oxler/IPTPA Teaching Professional to schedule lessons / (316) 617-5822 (JackO@ChickenNPickle.com)

Evenings and Weekends:
Andy Gensch / IPTPA Teaching Professional to schedule lessons / (913)219-4000 (andyg@chickennpickle.com)

Semi-Private or Group Lessons

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If you and a friend or group of players with similar abilities would like to improve your game, then a Semi-Private Pickleball Lesson could be the best for you. Having a partner or group to share the learning experience certainly enhances the journey and provides a game plan to help each other improve. This format is especially good for beginners to get started learning this great game. Grab a friend or group and give us a call to schedule a time. We also will be happy to find another Chicken N Pickle player to match you up with, if necessary.

Weekdays:
Jack Oxler/IPTPA Teaching Professional to schedule lessons / (316) 617-5822 (JackO@ChickenNPickle.com)

Evenings and Weekends:
Andy Gensch / IPTPA Teaching Professional to schedule lessons / (913) 219-4000 (andyg@chickennpickle.com)

3 or 4 and A Pro Play Lesson

$20 per person/ hour

The 3 and A Pro Lesson allows a Chicken N Pickle teaching professional to play along in games which allows immediate feedback on shot selection, strategic decisions and court positioning. This is a very effective learning environment for all levels of players when working on doubles strategy and tactics. In addition, time can be dedicated to developing new shots and partnership development as well.

Weekdays:
Jack Oxler/IPTPA Teaching Professional to schedule lessons / (316) 617-5822 (JackO@ChickenNPickle.com)

Evenings and Weekends:
Andy Gensch / IPTPA Teaching Professional to schedule lessons / (913) 219-4000 (andyg@chickennpickle.com)

Reservations to be made directly with the Teaching Professionals
24 hour notice required to cancel lessons

Nato

Tuesdays & Thursdays: 8:00 am – 9:30 am

Best for level 3.0+ players

This is a king-of-the-court event. Win and you stay on the court, lose and you have to wait your turn to get a shot at the champs.

$7 per person

Beginner Open Play

Saturdays: 8 am – 1o am

This open play is designed for beginners to get on the court and get practice playing against other beginners.

Best for Beginner players looking to advance

$5 per person

Beginner Clinic

Saturdays: 9:00 – 10:00 am

This clinic is for beginners to designed towards teaching players new drills they can do with other players and at home to improve their play.

Best for all level players

$10

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Property Hours:
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Fri-Sat: 8am to Midnight
Sun: 8am to 10pm

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Fri-Sat: 11am to 11pm - Bar until Midnight
Sun: 11am to 9pm - Bar until 10pm
Brunch: Sat & Sun 10am - 2pm

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