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Train. Compete. Win.
CHOOSE YOUR PICKLEBALL JOURNEY
RISING STARS
This tier is designed for players developing their foundation. Rising Stars focuses on building confidence, learning proper technique, and developing a strong understanding of footwork, positioning, and shot selection. It’s the perfect environment for juniors who want to grow into competitive pickleball while building discipline and love for the game.
ACADEMY ELITE
The Elite tier is for committed juniors preparing to compete at the highest levels. Training emphasizes advanced strategy, decision-making under pressure, and high-performance habits. With video analysis powered by the Wingfield AI system, tournament preparation support, and smaller group ratios, Elite players receive the tools and attention they need to succeed in competitive pickleball and beyond.
OFFERING | RISING STARS | ACADEMY ELITE |
|---|---|---|
Weekly Group Training Sessions
(2x per week) | ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
Skill Instruction & Technical Development | ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
Supervised Drilling for Mechanics & Shot Execution | ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
Live Match Play & Game-Based Learning | ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
Warm-Up, Fitness & Movement Training | ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
Performance Tracking with Wingfield AI | ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
Off-Court Discussions
(Rules, Strategy, Match Review) | ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
Certified Academy Coaches | ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
Quarterly Player Evaluations & Progress Reports
| ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
Parent Education Sessions
(Tournaments, DUPR, Development) | ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
Guest Pro Sessions & Specialty Clinics
| ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
Advanced Fitness & Agility Workshops
| ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
In-House Match Days, Ladders & Round Robins | ✔︎ | ✔︎ |
Video Breakdown & Strategy Sessions
| ✔︎ | |
Goal-Setting & Performance Meetings | ✔︎ | |
Mental Training & Confidence Workshops | ✔︎ | |
Leadership & Sportsmanship Development | ✔︎ | |
Optional Tournament Day Coaching | ✔︎ |
DISCLAIMER: Junior Picklr Membership Requirement
All Chicago Pickleball Academy athletes are required to maintain an active Picklr Junior Membership in addition to academy tuition.
This membership is billed separately through Picklr and provides unlimited court access, open play, insurance coverage, and access to training technology, including Wingfield.
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