We asked our followers for the best pickleball advice they've been given -- and wow, there was a lot! Here's the first installment in a series of shows where we hear that advice and Mark gives his take.

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In this episode of the show we look at different grips and evaluate the pros and cons of each. 

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In this episode of Pickleball Problems, Mark brings his friend to play pickleball for the first time. Things are going great until "Bob" shows up and decides he wants to be the star of the show. Hear what he does and how Mark and his friend give Bob a taste of his own medicine. 

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Are you new to pickleball? Or are you an experienced player who wants to get better? In this episode, Mark discusses three skills you should pay attention to. 

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In Episode 88, Mark Renneson shares insights from his recent coaching trip to China. Amidst the pressure of respect, he turns clashes in teaching styles into a journey of growth. Despite initial formality, professionalism brings sincerity, creating a positive, uplifting atmosphere. This episode, live from the airport, unfolds the unique dynamics of Pickleball coaching in China.

We were at the 2023 USA Pickleball National Championships in Dallas Texas. Here are a few things we noticed from the pros. 

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Whether you're a seasoned coach or a novice instructor, one thing remains constant: the importance of making pickleball lessons fun. While technical skill development and understanding strategy are essential, injecting an element of fun into the learning process can be the difference between average lessons and great ones. Let’s talk about why it is crucial that pickleball lessons prioritize fun.

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Are you tired of losing to hard hitters? In this episode of Pickleball Problems Mark gives you four practical things you can do right away to face off against those bangers!

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Pickleball is a game and games should be fun. But what if it could be more than that? What if pickleball could save your life? 

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Are your pickleball lessons active enough? What can get people doing more? What are some time traps that will suck the fun out of your sessions. In Part 3 of our series on Quality Standards in Coaching, we look at Active Participation.

The Quality Standards framework is used as part of Canada’s instructor certification course delivered collaboratively between Pickleball Canada and Tennis Canada. It was developed by Wayne Elderton, one of Canada’s foremost coaching experts. 

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Join Mark in Turks and Caicos Dec 2-9, 2023