Beginner10 min📍 Positioning
Kitchen Line Positioning
Overview
Learn proper non-volley zone positioning and ready stance. Build muscle memory for the most important position in pickleball.
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Tip for Left-Handers
Position slightly favoring your backhand side to protect the middle.
Steps (4)
1
Ready Stance Practice
2 min4 repsStand at kitchen line. Paddle up, knees bent, weight on balls of feet. Hold for 30 seconds.
2
Line Touch Drill
3 min15 repsTouch kitchen line with paddle, then return to ready stance. Repeat without stepping in.
3
Partner Positioning
3 minStand with partner. Practice staying parallel and covering your half of the court.
4
Quick Reaction
2 min12 repsPartner tosses balls to different spots. React and return without stepping in NVZ.
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