Intermediate16 min⭐ Specialty

ATP (Around The Post) Setup

Overview

Learn to recognize and execute the ATP shot. Practice the setup, footwork, and execution of this advanced shot.

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Easier for players to hit ATP on their dominant side. Position accordingly.

4 min12 reps

Practice hitting extremely wide crosscourt dinks to create ATP opportunities.

3 min10 reps

Shadow the footwork: wide step, plant, swing around the post. No ball yet.

5 min8 reps

Partner feeds wide balls. Execute ATP shots, aiming for sharp crosscourt angles.

4 min5 reps

Combine: hit wide dink, partner returns wide, you attempt ATP. 5 successful ATPs.

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They are the highlight-reel shots of pickleball. Learn the mechanics, the rules, and—most importantly—when to actually attempt an Erne or ATP.