About our Coaching / Clinics
MPC offers fantastic indoor and outdoor Learn 2 Play, Play Better Clinics (varying levels) and other specialty skills clinics throughout the year. Learn about the different clinics below. We are now posting our clinics on the main page of our website. Look for details under Latest News and in our interactive Calendar where you can click for more details and register!
We may have clinics schedule indoor or outdoor. We generally schedule them at these locations during the periods specified:
From May to October, outdoor clinics will be scheduled at the new MPC Outdoor courts located at Cornell Community Park, 371 Cornell Centre Blvd, Markham, ON.
From September to June, indoor clinics are offered at Rouge Park Public School, 568 Riverlands Ave, Markham.
Learn 2 Play Clinics
Designed for beginners, these 2-hour clinics introduce players to the fundamentals of pickleball. Participants will learn basic shots, rules, and strategies to confidently start playing. The goal is to remove any intimidation and ensure new players feel comfortable joining open play sessions.
Level 1 – Play Better Pickleball Clinic
Ideal for Advanced Beginners and Novice players, this clinic focuses on improving consistency and shot quality. Participants will enhance their understanding of basic tactics and gain the confidence to play alongside more experienced players.
Note: This program is not for new players—those should first complete a Learn 2 Play Clinic and/or have at least one month of playing experience before joining.
Level 2 – Play Better Pickleball Clinic
Designed for players with a minimum 3.0+ skill rating, this clinic helps refine technique and elevate overall gameplay. Participants should already have strong shot accuracy and consistency.
Key areas of focus:
- Dinking & Volleys at the Non-Volley Zone
- Drop Shots from various positions on the court
- Serve & Return mechanics
- Drives vs Drops – knowing when to use each for strategic advantage
By blending new skills with improved tactics, players will gain a competitive edge—and have even more FUN on the courts.
Level 3 – Play Better Pickleball Clinic
For players rated 3.0–3.5 (GPN rating) who are ready to push their game further. This program fine-tunes all aspects of play while incorporating advanced strategy and tactics for a higher level of competition.
Not sure if you're a 3.0–3.5 player? If you’re unsure, chances are this clinic may not be the right fit yet. Reach out to info@markhampickleballclub.ca to request for for an honest assessment of your skills.
By mastering new techniques and strategic gameplay, participants will increase their win rate—and let’s be honest, winning makes everything more FUN!
No official rating?
Click here to get access to the official Pickleball Canada self-assessment tool: Skills Self-Assessment - Markham Pickleball Club
Refund Policy:
No refunds if cancelled within 48 hours of the scheduled lesson.
You have the option to find a person to take your spot.
If a refund is eligible, please note, we can only refund the lesson fee and we do not charge any admin fee. Credit card processing fees are not charged by MPC and therefore not refundable.
In the event of inclement weather (e.g., rain, storm or other) we will automatically process a refund.