Crew Pickleball Academy
The Crew Pickleball Academy is a structured, high-energy development program designed to help young players improve faster, build confidence, and compete with players of similar ages and skill levels.
When we launched Crew Pickleball Club, our primary goal was simple: create more opportunities for young players to actually play meaningful matches. Too often, players participate in clinics or casual play without consistent competition. The Academy solves this problem by combining structured coaching, match play, and progression into one complete system.
Our mission is to build the most impactful youth pickleball development program in the region - one that players love and parents trust.
The Crew Academy Pathway
The Crew Pickleball Academy is designed as a long-term development pathway with three levels. Players progress based on development, effort, and readiness.
Crew Academy is the foundation of our program and where the majority of players begin. At launch, we will start all players at this level.
This level focuses on:
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Skill development in a structured, fun environment
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Consistent match play with similar players
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Building confidence and game awareness
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Developing competitive instincts
Crew Academy is designed to be structured, but fun. Players improve quickly while building friendships and enjoying the competitive experience.
As we progress to steady-state, approximately 80% of our players will participate at this level.
What Makes Crew Academy Different
The Crew Pickleball Academy is built around four core pillars.
1. Structured Development
Unlike one-off clinics, the Academy follows a structured development model.
Players receive:
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Consistent coaching
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Curriculum-based instruction
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Progressive skill development
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Measurable improvement
3. Personalized Player Development
Each player receives ongoing feedback and development guidance.
This includes:
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Monthly player assessments
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Personalized development plans
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Video and data feedback using tools such as PB Vision
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Progress tracking
2. Match Play
(Our Biggest Differentiator)
One of the biggest challenges in youth pickleball is finding consistent competition. The Crew Academy solves this by organizing match play within each cohort.
Players benefit from:
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Weekly match play
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Similar age and level competition
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Game-based learning
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Increased confidence
4. Access & Support
Academy members receive access to resources designed to accelerate development.
These include:
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Access to premier indoor and outdoor facilities
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Tournament identification and scheduling assistance
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Equipment recommendations
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Equipment discounts (when available)
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Coaching mentorship
Pricing & Membership
Crew Pickleball Academy offers flexible membership options designed to support player development, consistency, and long-term growth. All Academy memberships include structured training, player evaluations, and access to the Crew development pathway.
Standard Membership Pricing
Standard memberships offer flexible commitment options after the launch period.
Commitment | Total Price | Monthly Rate | Cost Per Hour |
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1-Month | $350 | $350/month | ~$29/hr |
3-Month | $990 | $330/month | ~$28/hr |
6-Month | $1,850 | $308/month | ~$26/hr |
12-Month | $3,250 | $271/month | ~$23/hr |
All Memberships Include
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Minimum 12 hours per month
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Structured training curriculum
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Player evaluations and feedback
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Development pathway into Crew Select
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Tournament and competition guidance
Additional Training Opportunities
Members may also receive:
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Makeup sessions (based on availability)
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Additional “flex” training blocks (based on capacity)
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Priority registration for 1:1 lessons and tournament preparation sessions (at an additional fee)
Facilities
Crew Pickleball Academy sessions are held at premier facilities in the Charleston area.
Crush Yard
Primary Academy sessions will be held at Crush Yard. This provides consistent access to high-quality indoor courts and a professional training environment.
Wild Dunes Resort
We will also offer 2-3 sessions per week at Wild Dunes Resort. These sessions provide additional flexibility and access to one of the premier resort facilities in the region.
This combination of indoor and outdoor training environments provides players with a unique and premium development experience. We are also actively looking for additional locations throughout Charleston to help make the Academy more accessible to families. Stay tuned!
2026 Academy Calendar
Session | Week | Dates | Notes |
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Session 1 | Wk 1 | April 13 – April 17 | Start after spring break |
Wk 2 | April 20 – April 24 | ||
Wk 3 | April 27 – May 1 | ||
Wk 4 | May 4 – May 8 | ||
Session 2 | Wk 1 | May 11 – May 15 | |
Wk 2 | May 18 – May 22 | ||
Wk 3 | May 26 – May 29 | Memorial Day adjusted | |
Wk 4 | June 1 – June 5 | ||
Open Week | June 8 – June 12 | ||
Session 3 | Wk 1 | June 15 – June 19 | |
Wk 2 | June 22 – June 26 | ||
Wk 3 | June 29 – July 2 | July 4 adjusted | |
Wk 4 | July 6 – July 10 | ||
Session 4 | Wk 1 | July 13 – July 17 | |
Wk 2 | July 20 – July 24 | ||
Wk 3 | July 27 – July 31 | ||
Wk 4 | August 3 – August 7 | ||
Open Week | August 10 – August 14 | ||
Session 5 | Wk 1 | August 17 – August 21 | |
Wk 2 | August 24 – August 28 | ||
Wk 3 | August 31 – September 4 | ||
Wk 4 | September 8 – September 11 | Labor Day adjusted | |
Session 6 | Wk 1 | September 14 – September 18 | |
Wk 2 | September 21 – September 25 | ||
Wk 3 | September 28 – October 2 | ||
Wk 4 | October 5 – October 9 | ||
Session 7 | Wk 1 | October 12 – October 16 | |
Wk 2 | October 19 – October 23 | ||
Wk 3 | October 26 – October 30 | ||
Wk 4 | November 2 – November 6 | ||
Open Week | November 9 – November 13 | ||
Session 8 | Wk 1 | November 16 – November 20 | |
Wk 2 | November 23 – November 25 | Thanksgiving week | |
Wk 3 | November 30 – December 4 | ||
Wk 4 | December 7 – December 11 | ||
Open Holiday Break | December 14 – January 3 |
Sessions available at the following times (subject to change):
*We expect to add more times and locations as we grow the program
Training Times
Sessions available at the following times (subject to change):
Day | Time Slot | Location | |
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Monday | 3:30 – 5:00 | Crush Yard | |
5:00 – 6:30 | Wild Dunes | ||
6:30 – 8:00 | Wild Dunes | ||
Tuesday | 3:00 – 4:30 | Crush Yard | |
4:30 – 6:00 | Crush Yard | ||
Wednesday | 3:00 – 4:30 | Crush Yard | |
4:30 – 6:00 | Crush Yard | ||
Thursday | 3:00 – 4:30 | Crush Yard | |
4:30 – 6:00 | Crush Yard | ||
Saturday | 12:00 – 1:30 | Crush Yard | |
1:30 – 3:00 | Crush Yard |
*We expect to add more times and locations as we grow the program.
Academy Leadership
Crew Pickleball Club features a team of experienced coaches with backgrounds in tennis, pickleball, and youth development. Our coaches focus on player development, positive coaching, competitive preparation, and building confidence. All coaches are trained on Crew’s coaching philosophy and development approach.
What to Expect When You Join
Here’s exactly what happens from the moment you enroll through your first month.
Step 1: Enroll and Select Your Sessions
During registration, you’ll have the option to rank your top 4 weekly training sessions from the available schedule. Once selected, we will do our best to hold those sessions for your player for the full 4-week session - no need to re-register each week. We will confirm dates and times within 48 hours of registration.
Step 2: What to Bring on Day One
Your player should arrive ready to move. Here’s what to bring:
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Paddle - if you don’t have one yet, loaner paddles are available. We’ll help you find the right fit as you get started.
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Athletic shoes - court shoes are ideal. Running shoes work fine to start.
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Water bottle - sessions are 90 minutes and move fast. Staying hydrated matters.
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Comfortable athletic clothes - anything you can move freely in.
Step 3: Your First Session
Every session follows the same structure so players always know what to expect. A typical 90-minute Academy session looks like this:
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Warm-Up (10 min) - dynamic movement, dinking, and court feel
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Skill Focus (25 min) - one technique introduced (or reviewed) and coached in depth (e.g., third shot drops, reset dinks, transitions, serve mechanics)
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Game-Based Drills (20 min) - competitive drills that apply the skill in realistic game situations
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Match Play (25 min) - structured matches against players of similar skill. Scores kept, coaches observing.
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Recap (10 min) - coach-led debrief, individual feedback, and one takeaway for the week
Step 4: Your First Monthly Assessment
At the end of each 4-week session, coaches complete a written assessment for every player covering skill development, game awareness, effort, and recommended next steps. You’ll receive this by email within a few days of the session closing. If you have questions or want to discuss your player’s development, we encourage you to reach out directly - we’re always available.
