So, you need help
I hear you. I've been there and it was no picnic.
Third shot drops that didn't drop.
Too many unforced errors.
Too many "bad days".
And worst of all - losing to bangers that you know you should have beaten.
But I fixed most of these problems in my own game, and I would like to help you do the same.
Let's put those issues behind you, win more games, and have some fun again!
2025 is shaping up to be the best pickleball season yet, so let's do it!
so how is the rally academy going to help me?
The Holy Grail of pickleball is consistency.
It is safe to believe that hitting 9 out of 10 third shot drops will provide better results than 2 out of 10.
It is also safe to believe that consistency can only be improved by drills and in-game practice.
But practice alone is not enough - it must be practice based on strong, repeatable mechanics. Only then will drills and practice improve your consistency.
We love how easy it is to learn and play pickleball, but that same "ease" can lead to bad habits, laziness, and frustration.
If we don't learn good mechanics at the beginning, then we need to learn them later. There is no avoiding that.
The Rally Academy will teach you correct mechanics, show you the drills you need to practice, and take your game to new levels. You will definitely "have more fun winning".
How can i get started?
Read on - here's the plan for the fall of 2025:
COACHING
Sometimes lessons and clinics are not quite enough. You are looking for and you need continued growth and support well beyond a one hour session. You want continuity and accountability. And more.
We are building a new coaching program, after just finishing a successful test period. We will have more information in the coming months. In the meantime, make sure you are on our email list here (and get a free PDF at the same time).
Or, if you need immediate coaching and just can't wait to get started, feel free to contact me.
OTTAWA RA CENTRE
I will continue to provide indoor lessons through the 2025 spring and summer. I have early booking privileges so I need four days notice, and there are early morning, mid-afternoon, and late evening courts available most days.
Lesson Fees (including court fees):
- Private Lessons (One person): $90 / Hour
- Semi-private Lessons (Two people): $120 / Hour
- Group Lessons (Three People): $150 / Hour
- Group Lessons (Four People): $160 / Hour
Once you have confirmed dates and times with me, then you can pay using the appropriate "Add to Cart" buttons below.
ACCORA VILLAGE RECREATION FACILITY
Starting in late September we will be again offering lessons and clinics at the Accora Village Rec Centre (behind the Bayshore Shopping Center). We have five clinics starting up shortly:
Beginner Clinics (NEVER played, or VERY new to pickleball)
We have three one-hour sessions scheduled to take you from "What's Pickleball?" to confidently playing a game. Choose from September 30, October 7, or October 14 from 11 am to Noon.
Fee for the clinic is $10 plus tax, and we can accept 8 people per session. We have extra paddles and balls if you don't have any yet, and please bring clean indoor shoes.
We are limited to eight players per session.
On-line registration and payment is required in advance.
There will be a link below starting at noon on Friday, September 19th.
Novice to Intermediate Clinics
If you are an advanced beginner or a low- to mid-level intermediate, this clinic will be perfect for you. We are big on teaching good mechanics and strong strategies, so you can expect to come out of our sessions a a dramatically changed and improved player.
You can choose one of TWO four-week clinics that are scheduled.
One starts on Wednesday, October 1, and continues on the 8th, 15th, and 22nd from 11 am to noon each day. The second one starts on Thursday , October 2, and continues on the 9th, 16th, and 23rd, from 11 am to noon each day.
We are limited to eight players per session.
On-line registration and payment is required in advance.
There will be a link below starting at noon on Friday, September 19th.
Let's Get You Signed Up!
AMBERWOOD VILLAGE GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB
The outdoor season is underway at Amberwood and courts will be available early mornings and most afternoons. I have early booking privileges here as well, so a few days notice is required. And there are no guest fees for lessons.
Lesson Fees (including court fees):
- Private Lessons (One person): $80 / Hour
- Semi-private Lessons (Two people): $100 / Hour
- Group Lessons (Three People): $120 / Hour
- Group Lessons (Four People): $140 / Hour
Please contact me for additional information and for private lesson bookings - michael@pickleballstrokes.ca
Let's get started!
RA Centre Private lesson
(1) One-hour Private Lesson, One Person
Price: $90
RA Centre Semi-Private Lesson
(1) One-hour Semi-Private Lesson, Two People
Total Price: $120
RA Centre group lesson
(1) One-hour Group Lesson, Three People
Total Price: $150
RA Centre group lesson
(1) One-hour Group Lesson, Four People
Total Price: $160
Amberwood Private lesson
(1) One-hour Private Lesson, One Person
Price: $80
Amberwood Semi-Private Lesson
(1) One-hour Semi-Private Lesson, Two People
Total Price: $100
Amberwood group lesson
(1) One-hour Group Lesson, Three People
Total Price: $120
Amberwood group lesson
(1) One-hour Group Lesson, Four People
Total Price: $140