International Educational Pickleball Programs
International Educational Pickleball Programs
Introducing affordable pickleball educator training courses which makes pickleball:
"easy to teach and fun to teach".
You will now find combined logo's on this page to create clarity, as I am now based in Indonesia, I will therefore be focused on the Asia Pickleball Academy but the programs are still open for players from other continents.
IEPP concept
As pickleball's popularity surges globally, the sport faces a critical challenge - the lack of consistent instruction for new players.
This inconsistency in how pickleball is introduced and developed across the world threatens the sport's impactful growth.
We would like to introduce you to the IEPP concept:
· Focused on worldwide recreational pickleball.
· Worldwide consistency of delivering the foundations, fundamentals and basics of pickleball.
· Affordability and accessibility of its workshops and certification courses.
What Are We Looking For?
- Experienced Pickleball Instructors and Coaches
We welcome established pickleball teachers, instructors, and coaches who are passionate about supporting the global growth of the sport. You can transition to IEPP as a pickleball educator or become an IEPP educator trainer. A thorough crossover induction ensures alignment with IEPP’s programs and standards. - Dedicated Local Individuals
If you love helping others and thrive on getting things done, we can help you grow into an IEPP pickleball educator, sharing your passion with your community. - National Pickleball Organizations (NPOs)
NPOs can partner with IEPP to foster the growth of their pickleball communities without the need to design and develop training programs from scratch. Affiliation with IEPP provides access to our proven resources and expertise.
- Experienced Pickleball Instructors and Coaches
IEPP/APA Courses
Expand your knowledge by sharing your passion..
Shaping the grassroots of the pickleball world!
Pickleball is an ageless, grassroots sport, with a common foundation of skills, strategy, and rules for all players. At IEPP, we recognize that the majority of players are recreational, playing for fun while still wanting to improve their game. Therefore, our focus will be on teaching the pickleball fundamentals in an engaging and enjoyable way.
By providing new players with a solid grounding in the basics, we believe we can foster the development of talented athletes within pickleball communities worldwide. Over time, these players will be equipped to train and compete at the international level. After all, our philosophy is that pickleball should not only be fun to play, but fun to teach as well.
As an organization, we believe it's crucial for our pickleball educators to enjoy the process of developing their pickleball teaching skills. In fact, an IEPP-certified pickleball educator can confidently state that pickleball is both easy and fun to teach.
We want all pickleball players worldwide to passionately enjoy the sport.
When someone asks "What is pickleball?", the simple answer is;
"it is easy to learn and fun to play".
Our pickleball EDUCATOR programs
At IEPP, our programs are labeled with an "IL" (Instruction Level) a number that indicates the order in which they were created. We offer a variety of workshops and certification courses, and any new workshops or courses introduced will receive a unique IL number and name.
Furthermore, all of our courses are supported by the NEW IEPP Training Cycle Process (TCP), which provides our pickleball educators with greater flexibility in delivering their training sessions.
pickleball AMBASSADOR (IL1)
This 3-hour workshop is perfect for enthusiastic pickleball players and community leaders eager to introduce the sport to newcomers with confidence.
Participants will gain a concise understanding of pickleball’s foundations, fundamentals, and basics.
By the end of the workshop, they’ll be equipped to lead a structured, one-hour introductory session that quickly gets new players into the game.
pickleball TEACHER (IL2)
This 6-hour certification course is the first of two comprehensive programs designed for pickleball educators. It provides candidates with the tools to teach the foundations, fundamentals, and basics of pickleball—including rules, skills, and strategies—for players ranging from beginners to the 3.5 skill level.
The program is structured to enable candidates to deliver focused 2-hour modules (covering 3 skills) in a clinic setting, ensuring players can absorb and apply the information without feeling overwhelmed.
pickleball INSTRUCTOR (IL3)
This 4-hour certification course is the second in the Pickleball Educator program series. This advanced curriculum trains educators to guide intermediate players in progressing toward advanced skills, while staying within the educator’s own player rating. Participants will also learn how to lead the IL1 workshop. The program equips educators to teach advanced fundamentals, refine basic skills, and introduce strategy, leveraging their own competitive playing experience.
Soft launch now availeble in some locations
pickleball EDUCATOR Crossover (IL4)
Certified instructors from other recognized pickleball training organizations looking to transition to IEPP must complete a 2-hour interactive process. This involves an in-person or virtual meeting to familiarize them with IEPP's philosophy, code of conduct, framework, and teaching methods. Candidates are then required to submit a video showcasing their ability to teach IEPP’s foundational pickleball skills (the IL1 skill section).
This cross-over process ensures consistency and applies to certification levels IL2 and IL3.
pickleball EDUCATOR TRAINER (IL5)
This 30-hour certification course is tailored for pickleball instructors at the educator level (IL3) to train and certify participants in the pickleball educator program. The course includes theory sessions, practical video assessments, and hands-on observation components. Selecting the right candidates for this program is essential to maintaining the consistent, high-quality development of new pickleball educators.
IEPP Training Cycle Process (TCP)
The TCP equips pickleball educators to deliver personalized, step-by-step instruction to individual students, whether in group sessions or one-on-one training.
This comprehensive program offers a progressive curriculum that takes students from mastering fundamental skills to advanced techniques, strategies, and tactics.
By providing a structured and continuous learning experience, the TCP ensures every training session is clear, engaging, and enjoyable for both students and educators.
Become an IEPP affiliate organisation
This can be an resort, academy, National association or federation
