The Williamsburg Obsessed Pickleballers Camp | April 4th | George Stephenson

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CAMP DETAILS

The Williamsburg Obsessed Pickleballers Beginner Camp

Where You Finally Start Your Pickleball Journey The Right Way

Focused Classes

8:1 Ratio

Venue

120 Gristmill Plaza, Williamsburg, VA 23185

Date

Saturday, April 4th.
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Age

40 and over

Skill Levels

2.5 - 3.0 (Beginner)

Pro Instructors

Coach George Stephenson

🎁 Bonus #1:

The Perfect Guide To Acing Pickleball eBook ($47 value)

🎁 Bonus #2:

Obsessed Pickleballers Lifetime Community Membership ($360/year value)

🎁 Bonus #3:

That’s a surprise and you’ll get that after the camp

MEET YOUR COACH

Meet Coach George - Your Williamsburg Skills Enhancement Expert

I’m a Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR) certified instructor based in the Williamsburg, Virginia area who’s dedicated my career to one mission: helping beginners discover their love for pickleball and build the right foundation from day one.

What I bring to your game:

PPR Certified Instructor (Professional Pickleball Registry)
Active tournament competitor (Virginia Beach Open and regional tournaments)
Expert in drills and skills development for players with basic knowledge
Offering pickleball lessons across Newport News, Hampton, Norfolk, and Williamsburg, Virginia
Deep roots in the Williamsburg pickleball community

My Approach

I specialize in skills enhancement sessions that focus on drills and skills for players with basic knowledge. My teaching emphasizes building a strong foundation through structured practice and skill development, not just playing games, but actually improving your technique one shot at a time.

As an active tournament competitor, I understand what it takes to develop solid fundamentals that hold up under pressure. I bring that competitive experience to my beginner instruction, ensuring you learn the right way from day one.

Here's what makes my approach unstoppable:

I have conducted many pickleball camps in the past, and do you know what I love most about them?

The drilling. Lots and lots of drilling.

Not boring, repetitive drilling…but beginner-friendly drilling designed to build confidence through repetition. The kind where you practice the same skill until it clicks, then celebrate that breakthrough moment together.

I don’t overwhelm you with information. We learn one skill at a time. You practice. You improve. You feel it immediately.

On April 4th, I’m bringing this skills enhancement expertise to just a few lucky beginners in Williamsburg.

Schedule

Your 4-Hour Transformation Journey

I. Welcome & Orientation (15 minutes)

Your Safe Space to Learn

This isn’t intimidating. Within 5 minutes, you’ll realize everyone else is a beginner too. We’ll explain exactly what to expect, introduce you to your equipment, and make sure you feel comfortable.

Coach and participant introductions
Camp structure overview
Equipment basics: understanding paddles and balls
Safety & injury prevention: warming up properly, court awareness, staying hydrated

II. Warm Up & Movement Fundamentals (15 minutes)

Learning to Move Like a Pickleball Player

Dynamic warm-up: light jogging, lateral shuffles, arm circles, reaction drills
Court movement basics: ready position, split step, moving to the kitchen
Building confidence in your movement

III. Grip Fundamentals & Paddle Control (15 minutes)

The Foundation of Every Shot

Continental grip instruction (the grip that works for everything)
Hand positioning and paddle control basics
Partner tap rally and soft control drills
Feeling the ball on your paddle

IV. Dinking Fundamentals (45 minutes)

The Heart of Pickleball

What is a dink and why it matters
Soft touch technique that anyone can learn
Body positioning near the non-volley zone

Drills:

Cross-court dinking practice
Forehand and backhand dinking
Consistency challenges (how many in a row can you do?)

V. Volleys (30 minutes)

Controlling Balls in the Air

What a volley is and when to use it
Proper paddle positioning
Punch vs swing technique (the secret beginners need to know)

Drills:

Volley exchanges with your partner
Reaction volleys (building your reflexes)
Target volleys (aiming practice)

BREAK (10 minutes)

Hydration and rest
Questions and encouragement

VI. Serving Fundamentals (25 minutes)

Starting Every Point with Confidence

Legal serve rules explained simply
Underhand motion and proper contact point
Body positioning that makes serving easy

Drills:

Target serving practice
Consistency building (getting it in every time)

VII. Return of Serve (25 minutes)

The Second Most Important Shot

Why deep returns matter
Court positioning after your return
Setting yourself up for success

Drills:

Return and move drill
Return placement practice

VIII. Game Play, Rules & Scoring (30 minutes)

Understanding the Game

Basic rules explained clearly:
- Two bounce rule
- Non-volley zone rules
- Common faults
How scoring works (we’ll practice until it makes sense)
How to call the score
Pickleball etiquette: fair calls, sportsmanship, paddle tapping

IX. Guided Gameplay (20 minutes)

Putting It All Together

Coach-guided gameplay with gentle corrections
Focus on serving sequence
Moving to the kitchen confidently
Partner communication
Experiencing actual pickleball!

X. Wrap Up & Q&A (10 minutes)

Your Path Forward

Recap of key skills learned
Open Q&A—ask anything!
Tips for continued improvement
Community access and next steps
Group photo + exchange of contacts with your new pickleball friends

WHY WE'RE OBSESSED WITH BEGINNER-FRIENDLY DRILLING (AND WHY YOU WILL BE TOO)

Most beginner camps overwhelm you with too much information.

I’m different.

Here’s my philosophy: Repetition = Confidence

You don’t learn pickleball by watching demonstrations. You learn by actually doing it—over and over and over—with a patient coach guiding you every step of the way.

And here’s the truth about why I’m obsessed with beginner-friendly drilling:

Because let’s be honest—we all love that moment when we try something new and it actually WORKS, don’t we?

That moment when your first dink lands softly in the kitchen.

That rush when your serve finally goes in—three times in a row!

That feeling when you rally back and forth without missing.

You don’t have to wait weeks to see progress. You see it immediately. Right there on the court.

That’s why drilling is the heartbeat of my beginner camps. Not because I think it’s good for you (though it is), but because it’s incredibly satisfying to watch yourself go from “I can’t do this” to “I just did that!” in a single afternoon.

Why Players Rave About Our Camps — Straight From Them

See why 98% of our campers recommend this camp.

Yeah. I’m Gene Justman out of, Denver, Colorado, and, good nuts and bolts program on, playing pickleball. I learned to get low.

I learned to hit the ball long and towards the back line. Great program.

– Gene Justman

Hi, I’m Debbie from Oklahoma. I really enjoyed today’s drill. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but it exceeded my expectations. I got plenty of reps, learned many new aspects of the game, and added to my toolbox. It was a great experience.

– Debbie

Hi, I’m Linda. I’m from Iowa. I joined the camp today. It was great to touch on all different aspects. We’re able to drill enough that we got good at all the different aspects. So I’m ready to hit the courts.

– Linda

A super helpful tip today thatI know I can apply immediatelyand some really great drills that my wife, who’s my playing partner, and I can can put to use this week as well. It was a great clinic.

– Camp Attendee

Hi. I just finished an Obsessed
Pickleballers clinic, and I would
recommend it to anyone who wants to get better. Mark has a great way of explaining things, and he teaches in a way that anyone can get better in the four hour session.

– Camp Attendee

REMEMBER FEELING INTIMIDATED WATCHING PICKLEBALL PLAYERS?

You know that moment when you see people playing pickleball and think…

…”I could never do that”?

…”I’m not athletic enough”?

…”Everyone else already knows how to play”?

That feeling ends on April 4th.

Because by the time you walk off the court you’ll be playing actual pickleball games. You’ll understand the rules. You’ll know how to keep score. And you’ll have a clear path to becoming the player you’ve been watching from the sidelines.

IMAGINE THIS: It's Tuesday, April 7th (Three Days After Camp)

You’re at your local Williamsburg park and you see a group playing pickleball.

But this time, instead of watching from the sidelines, you walk up confidently.

“Mind if I join?”

They welcome you in. You step onto the court. You call out the score correctly. Your serve goes in. You move to the kitchen. You dink the ball back and forth. You’re actually playing pickleball—and holding your own.

By the end of the games, they’re asking if you want to join their regular group. They’re exchanging phone numbers. You’re already a part of the community.

That’s the difference between who you are right now and who you’ll be after the camp.

And it all starts the moment you register—because the transformation begins before you even arrive.

What You'll Actually Walk Away With (The Real Outcomes)

You'll Actually Know How to Play Pickleball

I’ll teach you every fundamental skill you need to step onto any court and play. You won’t just understand the theory—you’ll have actually done it, repeatedly, with patient coaching from a PPR certified instructor.

By the end of camp, you’ll be able to serve, return, dink, volley, keep score, and play actual games. You’ll understand the rules. You’ll know the etiquette. You’ll be a real pickleball player.

You'll Meet Your New Williamsburg Pickleball Family

I’ll connect you with other beginners at your exact skill level. You’ll exchange numbers, join the Obsessed Pickleballers Community together, and stay permanently connected with everyone you meet.

No one gets left behind. Whether you’re naturally social or more reserved, you’ll be welcomed and seamlessly connected with the entire group through our community platform.

After camp, the group chat starts buzzing with practice invites. By next month, you’ll have a regular crew of fellow beginners who understand your journey—no more feeling intimidated or alone.

You'll Have Confidence to Play Anywhere

I’ll eliminate the fear that’s been keeping you on the sidelines. Not sure about the rules? You’ll know them. Worried about looking foolish? You’ll have practiced hundreds of shots. Intimidated by the scoring? You’ll be calling it out confidently.

When you step onto courts the following week, you’ll walk on with your head held high. You’re not a beginner hoping to fake it—you’re a trained player ready to learn and improve.

You'll Understand Your Path to 3.0 and Beyond

I’ll show you exactly what to practice and how to improve. You won’t be wandering aimlessly…you’ll have a clear roadmap from beginner to intermediate to advanced.

Most beginners spend months or years developing bad habits. You’ll learn the right way from day one, setting yourself up for rapid improvement.

You'll Fall in Love with This Amazing Sport

I’ll show you why millions of people are obsessed with pickleball. You’ll leave energized, excited, and already planning your next time on the court.

Remember feeling curious about pickleball but unsure if it was for you?

On April 4th, that question gets answered.

Because when you experience what it feels like to actually play—when you’re laughing, competing, and connecting with new friends—that’s when you catch the pickleball bug.

The Bonus Package That Keeps You Improving For Life

Most camps charge such hefty prices and send you home with nothing but memories. We’re giving you a complete transformation system for life:

🎁 Bonus#1 : The Perfect Guide To Acing Pickleball eBook ($47 value)

Why this matters:

You know that moment three weeks after camp when you forget exactly what the coach said about the dink? Or you can’t remember the serving rules?

This book is your insurance policy.

Here’s what’s inside:

Every concept from camp explained in detail for beginners
Clear diagrams and explanations
Common beginner mistakes and how to avoid them
Practice drills you can do with your new camp friends
Your roadmap from 2.0 to 2.5 to 3.0 to 3.5 and beyond

Over 500 five-star reviews from players just like you who use it as their ongoing playbook.

🎁 Bonus#2 : Obsessed Pickleballers Community Membership ($360/year value)

Why this matters:

Your camp crew of beginners is amazing—but imagine having access to hundreds of passionate players AND coaches from across the entire US.

Here’s what happens in the community:

Weekly Live Coaching Sessions from coaches across the US—your camp friends join these sessions too, so you’re learning together even after April 4th
24/7 Access to Ask Beginner Questions – No question is too basic. Post videos, ask for help, get feedback from coaches and experienced players
Complete Video Library with beginner-focused content you can work through with your new partners
Nationwide Network – When you travel, you already have friendly faces to play with
The Group Chat on Steroids – Your camp crew is chatting, but so is the entire national community. You’re part of something massive.

Real benefit: Your beginner crew just became a nationwide family. Continuous coaching, continuous connection, continuous improvement—forever.

🎁 Bonus #3: That’s a SURPRISE! And a little hint: It’s another perfect guide for 40 and over players.

WHAT MAKES THIS CAMP COMPLETELY DIFFERENT

Beginner-Focused Training from a Skills Enhancement Expert

This isn’t a mixed-level clinic where you’re trying to keep up with experienced players. Every single drill, every explanation, every piece of coaching is designed specifically for complete beginners.

You’re at the stage where everything is new—and that’s exciting! As a PPR certified instructor who leads “Adult Pickleball Skills Enhancement” sessions through Williamsburg Parks and Recreation, I know exactly how to teach you the fundamentals in a way that builds confidence, eliminates confusion, and gets you playing actual pickleball by the end of camp.

My Proven Beginner Transformation System

This isn’t random instruction thrown together. I’ve developed a systematic approach through my skills enhancement programs that takes complete beginners and turns them into confident pickleball players in just 4 hours.

You’ll learn one skill at a time, practice it until it clicks, then build on that foundation. By the end of camp, you’ll be playing real games and loving every minute.

Ongoing Support Beyond The Camp

The camp is just the beginning. You’ll get lifetime access to our Obsessed Pickleballers community (normally $360/year value) with weekly virtual sessions, ongoing beginner-friendly coaching, and a network of supportive players at your level.

This isn’t a one-day event—it’s the start of your pickleball journey with a community that will support you every step of the way.

Frequently Asked Questions

What skill level is this camp for?

This camp is designed specifically for beginners—players at the 2.0-3.0 level or anyone who’s brand new to pickleball. If you’ve never played before or you’ve only played a few times, this camp is perfect for you.

I don't have a DUPR rating, and I've never played pickleball. Would I be eligible?

Absolutely! You don’t need a DUPR rating or any prior experience. This camp is designed for complete beginners. The DUPR range (2.0-3.0) is simply to help you understand that this is a beginner-focused camp. If you’re new to pickleball or still learning the basics, you’re in exactly the right place.

I'm not very athletic. Will I be able to keep up?

Yes! Pickleball is one of the most accessible sports out there. I specialize in working with beginners of all athletic backgrounds and fitness levels through my “Adult Pickleball Skills Enhancement” programs. As a PPR certified instructor, I know how to make learning accessible and fun for everyone. The pace is designed for learning, not competition. You’ll be challenged appropriately but never overwhelmed.

What should I bring?

Just bring your paddle, court shoes, athletic wear, sunscreen, water, some snacks, and a towel.

Will I get one-on-one attention?

Yes! With a maximum of 8 students, you’ll receive plenty of personalized feedback throughout the camp. As a PPR certified instructor with proven success leading skills enhancement sessions, I’m known for quickly identifying what beginners need to focus on and helping you build confidence from the ground up.

What if I can't make it and need to cancel?

We understand that life happens, and we always aim to be as fair and flexible as possible.

If you need to cancel your registration for any reason, the following refund and credit options apply based on how much notice we receive:

30+ Days’ Notice
You may choose between:
• A 90% refund, or
• 100% credit toward a future Obsessed Pickleballers camp

15–30 Days’ Notice
You may choose between:
• A 90% refund, or
• 100% credit toward a future Obsessed Pickleballers camp

8–14 Days’ Notice
You may choose between:
• A 50% refund, or
• 100% credit toward a future Obsessed Pickleballers camp

0–7 Days’ Notice
While we’re unable to offer refunds within this window, we’re happy to provide 100% credit toward a future Obsessed Pickleballers camp so you don’t miss out.

To request a refund or credit, please email us in writing. Once received, requests are typically processed within 10–15 business days.

Thank you for your understanding—we truly appreciate being part of your pickleball journey and look forward to welcoming you on the court soon.

When do I get the bonuses?

You’ll receive immediate access to the eBook, audiobook, and community membership as soon as you register – so you can start improving right away!

I'm nervous about being a complete beginner. Is that normal?

Completely normal! Every single person at this camp is either a beginner or was a beginner not long ago. I create a supportive, encouraging environment where questions are welcomed and mistakes are part of learning. You’ll feel comfortable within the first 5 minutes.

READY FOR YOUR PICKLEBALL JOURNEY TO BEGIN?

This is your moment.

Saturday, April 4th, 2026. 2:00 PM. 120 Gristmill Plaza, Williamsburg, VA

People will walk in having never held a paddle.

People will learn, laugh, and play their first real games.

8 people will walk out as confident pickleball players with new friends and a clear path to 3.0.

The question is: Will you be one of them?