5-Week Pickleball Player Development Program in Honolulu | Hawaii Pickleball Academy™
Joining the Hawaii Pickleball Academy™ 5-Week Player Development Program in Honolulu is one of the fastest ways to improve your pickleball skills while meeting other players at a similar level. Our structured pickleball lessons help players progress faster by focusing on the most important parts of the game.
Getting better at pickleball has never been easier. Today’s coaches have more experience than ever helping players improve quickly—especially the instructors at Hawaii Pickleball Academy™, who spend hundreds of hours on the court each year teaching players of all skill levels. With that level of experience, our coaches know how to help players develop better technique, smarter strategy, and greater confidence on the court.
Improve your pickleball skills in just 5 weeks with structured small-group coaching in Honolulu — limited to only 8 players per level.
This inaugural Player Development Series will be led by Honza Hroch, founder of Hawaii Pickleball Academy™, known for working with both professional pickleball players and beginners and helping players of all levels improve their skills and understanding of the game.
Program Details
• 5 Weeks of Structured Saturday Training
• $380 for the full 5-week development program
• 1.5 hours per session (7.5 hours of total training)
• Limited to 8 players per level for maximum repetitions and coaching feedback
• Location: Washington Middle School – convenient central Honolulu location
Program Value
Private pickleball lessons typically range from $100–$120 per hour.
The 5-Week Player Development Program includes:
• 7.5 hours of structured coaching
• Small group training with only 8 players
• Personalized feedback from experienced coaches
• Weekly drilling homework to accelerate improvement
• Structured point play to apply the skills learned
All for $380 for the full program.
This makes the program one of the most efficient and cost-effective ways to improve your pickleball skills while training with players at a similar level.
Schedule (Saturdays)
• April 11 – Player Assessment & Placement Session
• April 18
• April 25
• May 9
• May 16
• May 30
The assessment session is required to ensure players are placed in the correct training level.
Training Times
• Level 1: 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
• Level 2: 9:45 AM – 11:15 AM
• Level 3: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Level 1 and Level 3 sessions will be led by Honza Hroch, Certified Pickleball Coach and Founder of Hawaii Pickleball Academy™.
Who These Pickleball Lessons Are For
We divide the program into three levels so players train with others at a similar skill level and focus on the areas that will help them improve the most.
Level 1 – Foundations
Level 1 focuses on the fundamentals of pickleball. Players will learn proper technique, court positioning, scoring, and the key shots needed to play the game.
By the end of the 5 sessions, participants will feel comfortable playing full games of pickleball with improved technique and a better understanding of the game.
Level 2 – Skill Development
Level 2 focuses heavily on structured drilling to improve consistency and shot selection.
Players will work on drives, drops, volleys, and other key shots to become stronger and more complete pickleball players.
The goal at this level is to develop reliable strokes and better control during rallies.
Level 3 – Advanced Strategy
Level 3 is designed for advanced players, typically 4.0+ level.
Players must already be able to dink, drop, drive, and volley consistently.
The focus shifts toward strategy, positioning, and decision-making. Players will learn how to maximize teamwork, control points, and apply strategies to dominate competitive matches.
Level 1 Training Program – Fundamentals
The Level 1 program focuses on building a strong foundation in pickleball.
Each week focuses on a specific skill to help players develop step by step.
Week 1 – Forehand & Serve Fundamentals
Players learn the proper forehand grip and develop a consistent, reliable serve.
Week 2 – Backhand Development
Players build confidence with backhand strokes and improve consistency.
Week 3 – Volleys & Overheads
Players practice volleys at the kitchen line and overhead shots to finish points.
Week 4 – Dinking & Soft Game
Players develop control and placement in the dink game.
Week 5 – Putting It All Together
Players combine all strokes through drills and simple point-play situations.
The last 15 minutes of each session will be dedicated to playing points.
Level 2 Training Program – Skill Development
The Level 2 program helps players improve consistency and shot selection.
Week 1 – Drive Development
Develop stronger and more controlled forehand and backhand drives.
Week 2 – Third Shot Drops
Practice transitioning from the baseline to the kitchen line.
Week 3 – Volleys & Reset Shots
Improve blocking, resets, and volley control.
Week 4 – Dinking Consistency
Develop longer dink rallies with better placement.
Week 5 – Game Situations & Point Play
Apply all skills through match scenarios.
The last 15 minutes of each session will be dedicated to point play.
Level 3 Training Program – Advanced Strategy & Competitive Play
The Level 3 program focuses on strategy and competitive play.
Week 1 – Advanced Serve & Return Strategy
Week 2 – Third Shot Strategy (Drive vs Drop)
Week 3 – Speedups & Counterattacks
Week 4 – Dinking Strategy & Point Construction
Week 5 – Advanced Match Scenarios
Players will learn how to control points, position correctly, and make better strategic decisions.
The last 15 minutes of each session will be dedicated to competitive point play.
What Players Typically Improve in 5 Weeks
Players who attend all sessions and complete the recommended drills often see noticeable improvements.
Participants commonly improve:
• Serve and return consistency
• Forehand and backhand technique
• Volley control at the kitchen line
• Dink consistency and placement
• Court positioning and movement
• Confidence during games and competitive play
By the end of the program, many players feel more comfortable joining open play, leagues, and tournaments.
Weekly Drilling Homework
To help players improve faster, participants will receive weekly drilling homework.
Each week we share simple drills players can practice outside the sessions to reinforce what was taught.
By practicing between sessions, players build stronger habits and see faster progress throughout the program.
This additional practice creates a steeper learning curve and helps players get the most out of the 5-week training series.
Spots Are Limited
Each level is limited to only 8 players to ensure plenty of repetitions and personalized coaching feedback.
Register Now — Early registration is recommended as spots are limited to 8 players per level.
