Classes and Clinics

3.5 Advancement Bootcamp

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Who it's for

This bootcamp is for 3.0 players who feel stuck—playing often, but not seeing real improvement. If you’re making the same mistakes, struggling to finish points, or unsure how to level up, this training will help you break through. Get clear on what’s holding you back and start playing more confidently at a 3.5 level and beyond.

Not sure what separates 3.0 and 3.5+? Check out player definitions.

What You’ll Learn

Over two 3-hour sessions, you’ll train like a high-level player—developing the technical, tactical, and mental tools needed to play smarter, faster, and more confidently.

Bootcamp Details

  • Dates: Tuesday 4/15/25 and Friday 4/18/25 from 9am–12pm
  • Skill Level: Designed for 3.0 players looking to reach 3.5+
  • Group Size: 6 players
  • Format: 1 court | 1 coach + high level assistant
  • Session Length: 3 hours per day × 2 days
  • Style: Demo → Drill → Live Play → Feedback

Day 1: Building a Stronger Foundation

Focus: Shot consistency, kitchen control, resetting under pressure

You’ll develop technique for drops, drives, dinks and volleys, sharpen your net game, and learn how to neutralize attacks with soft hands and volleys.

Highlights:

  • Develop 1st, 3rd, and 5th shot techniques and mindset
  • Being confident with volleys and putaways
  • Purposeful dinking & NVZ control
  • Live play with coaching & real-time corrections

Day 2: Strategy in Action

Focus: Tactical decision-making, partner dynamics, finishing points

Learn how to think like a 3.5+ player—choosing the right shot at the right time, communicating effectively with your partner, and constructing points with intention.

Highlights:

  • High-percentage shot selection drills
  • Partner communication & court coverage
  • Point construction & smart finishes
  • Themed live games with strategy challenges

Walk Away With

  • A clear understanding of what 3.5+ level play looks like
  • Personalized feedback and focused goals
  • Increased consistency, smarter shot selection, and better court awareness
  • Doubles strategy to help you construct points to win
$280/person

3.5 Advancement Bootcamp

6
Intermediate
3 hrs
Location:
Cupertino

This bootcamp is designed to sharpen your skills, build consistency, and give you the strategic edge needed to confidently compete at 3.5 and beyond.

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